20 Best Craft Tools you NEED for 2023

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  • Опубліковано 15 гру 2022
  • Looking for the BEST CRAFTING TOOLS for 2023. Today, I am sharing the 20 TOP tools for crafters and DIYers.
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    FAVORITE DIY TOOLS for 2023
    CUTTING TOOLS
    Miter Shears amzn.to/2QT9xdl
    Angled Shears amzn.to/3BGp4Vj
    Zip Snips amzn.to/3VW85qh
    Singer Mini Shears amzn.to/3dHT9XX
    Tim Holtz red handle amzn.to/3huLDpj
    Time Holtz 9.5b inch shears amzn.to/3BI9bOm
    Fiskers Paper Trimmer amzn.to/3WsnEG3
    PAINTING TOOLS
    2 pk 1 inch Paint Brushes amzn.to/35taChy
    Silicone Mats
    (Sure Bonder) surebonder.com/?ref=UChP9RLvp...
    Large (green) amzn.to/2U9f7us
    Small (8X8) amzn.to/2U7F8dj
    Large Green thinner Mat amzn.to/3Wmsg0f
    Spray Tent amzn.to/3b0tYwu
    Lazy Susan amzn.to/2B62Ekv
    Spray Can Handle amzn.to/3BGn3IG
    HANDHELD TOOLS
    Stapler amzn.to/2zJVnWy
    Cordless Detail Tip Glue Gun amzn.to/3WmXdl1
    Battery Glue Gun amzn.to/3H5GHkV
    (Battery for glue gun) amzn.to/3V2c8Ac
    (Shop around for best pricing)
    Dremel amzn.to/3V550mH
    Heat Gun amzn.to/3GZDmUq
    MINI BUT MIGHTY
    Mini Vacuum amzn.to/3GPaY4y
    Mini Wooed Clamps amzn.to/3eS6Jc7
    Micro Wood Clamps amzn.to/3ijvK4R
    CRICUT (cricut.pxf.io/RyrnYN)
    Cricut Explore 3 amzn.to/3ugnFkt
    Mini Heat Press amzn.to/3FyMlK7
    Heat Press mini then 9x9 amzn.to/3FyMlK7
    HOLE PUNCHES
    Crop-a-dial Hole Punch amzn.to/3WqeUA8
    Slot Punch amzn.to/3gA5UJL
    LIGHTS
    Filming Lights amzn.to/3BI9bOm
    (Camera Mount) amzn.to/3uXJKV4
    Cricut Lamp
    Floor amzn.to/3BG5fh1
    Desk amzn.to/3j8eiky
    Desk Top Lamp amzn.to/3j8eiky
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  • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
    @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому +1

    Check the desciption for a link to all the tools mentioned.
    Watch this video next for great last minute DIY gifts ua-cam.com/video/qtj_CLL9tO4/v-deo.html

  • @Hanger18inotoomuch
    @Hanger18inotoomuch Рік тому

    Excellent video thanks !

  • @karenwebster6274
    @karenwebster6274 8 місяців тому

    I have my Dremel hanging from a ceiling hook with the Flex Shaft Attachment that I use for everything. The small size and light weight gives more accuracy than the heavy Dremel.

  • @mengna
    @mengna Рік тому

    I'm usually skeptical for these kinds of videos but I literally want to buy all of the tools. Thank you for making it!

  • @ryethefoxy
    @ryethefoxy Рік тому +8

    OttLites, They are great for sewing, but also great for crafting. You can get them as desk or floor lamps. They show the true color of the item.

    • @p.j.b.9999
      @p.j.b.9999 Рік тому +1

      They are a little expensive, but Michaels and Joann have 40-50% off coupons!! They are worth it.

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому +1

      I will need to look into them. Thank you so much! 💕

  • @marsbeads
    @marsbeads Рік тому

    the filming lights link takes you to Tim Holtz scissors.

  • @karenobendorf1283
    @karenobendorf1283 9 місяців тому

    My most watched video from any DIY you-tuber out there. Thank you for sharing.

  • @jaytee2642
    @jaytee2642 Рік тому

    Great list!👍🏻
    I think I just might need to subscribe to your channel.🤔
    Yep! Done!🙂

  • @karenbrauneis4290
    @karenbrauneis4290 Рік тому

    The micro wood clamps are the absolute best. I had to make a repair to an extremely tiny ivory statue and the repair needed to be held in place for 10-20 minutes. Without these clamps the repair would have been impossible. They worked like a charm.

  • @jenniferklemmensen9052
    @jenniferklemmensen9052 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing your favorite tools!! I just retired and I’m going to start crafting more. I have been wondering what must haves I should get (especially the cricut) and now I know! Thanks again!

  • @Cheray_
    @Cheray_ Рік тому +5

    Just got the miter shears for my birthday earlier this month, but was looking last night for a list like this because the whole family wants to know what I want for Christmas ...perfect timing! You've completed my list: Tinsnips, SureBonder mats, dremel, and spray tent...Thank you X3🤗❤🙏🏾

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому +1

      Happy belated birthday Cheray! Sounds like you have a pretty great list!

    • @Cheray_
      @Cheray_ Рік тому

      @@LittleBitofCalmCrazy 🤗Thank you🥰

  • @barbarakukkonen4900
    @barbarakukkonen4900 Рік тому

    My favorite tool is my mini chop saw.

  • @echognomecal6742
    @echognomecal6742 Рік тому

    This is the 1st of this channel's videos I've seen. Won't be the last.

  • @LazyIRanch
    @LazyIRanch Рік тому +1

    Neat little vacuum! What a great way to remove that universal bane of crafters, the stuff that gets into everything... GLITTER!
    A fellow crafter calls the stuff "craft herpes".
    I made candles that I used dollar tree glass stars embedded on the outside, then dipped the outside with colored wax with very fine iridescent glitter, carefully scraping that wax off the glass stars so they were like little windows. They look so pretty when lit, but I'll never get that glitter out of my dining table! (totally worth it though).

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому +1

      Your stars sound beautiful! Glitter is the gift that keeps on giving! ❤️

  • @sus8e462
    @sus8e462 Рік тому +1

    I love Ott lights, too--even found bulbs for my ceiling fixtures in my studio! But I also needed good clamp-on lights for my large work table (leather work & fabric sewing), and I really love the ones by PHIVE that I've had for a couple years now--adjustable temp/color, brightness, and very well made and easy to position & they hold that position until you move it (unlike so many).

    • @petalpusher
      @petalpusher Рік тому

      @sus8e Thank you for the clamp-on light recommendation. I'm hoping the magnification, plus adjustable color temp & brightness, are just the thing to get me working upright again! :)

  • @lateknightcreations
    @lateknightcreations Рік тому +3

    Great list!
    I have most of them and totally agree.
    I need to get a sure bonder mat, and thanks for the washing machine tip!
    Can’t craft without my exacto knife, or tweezers!
    Merry Christmas! ❤️🎄❤️

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      You are so right about an exacto knift and tweezers. Merry Chritsmas to you too!

  • @robertalordagarcia9992
    @robertalordagarcia9992 Рік тому

    I was blessed my son got me the surebonder cordless glue gun, I already have the battery from my ryobi lawn mower win/win

  • @julielavers3394
    @julielavers3394 Рік тому +2

    Thank you! My Christmas list just grew!😂 There are so many tools out there it is really helpful to know what the experts are using, and not using! Wouldn’t it be great if the silicon mats had measurements on it?

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      The Surebonder mats do have measurements on them. I should have mentioned that.

  • @deaneclark6469
    @deaneclark6469 Рік тому

    One of my 1st times watching ur channel, I ordered the paint tent! I love it! I bought a turn table too!😁 Now I just need to add a piece of wood to mine, like yours!😊❤️ I have the Surebonder detailed glue gun, I love that, too! I have the ladybug vacuum, so cute & does a great job! My husband bought me a mini vacuum for my craft room. It's shaped like a standard heat gun. It is pretty neat! I own several wood clamps! They are definitely a must!😊 I want to invest in the mini Easy Press. I have the Easy Press 2! I love it! I have the cropadile, too.

  • @maeve4385
    @maeve4385 Рік тому +1

    This is amazing!! My wish list has grown... thank you

  • @mollylindell6009
    @mollylindell6009 Рік тому

    This is a fantastic and very helpful list.. Thanks for the ideas!

  • @karynlangford6560
    @karynlangford6560 Рік тому

    Fun! These look like great tools.

  • @CrazyCrafter-le9ge
    @CrazyCrafter-le9ge Рік тому +1

    I think that I have most everything that you have shown plus a few more. I love my Ryobi glue gun. It goes with all of my other Ryobi Tools. I also have other glue guns. I do not have the miter shears because I have 2 sizes of miter saws, including one small one from Ryobi that works with the same batteries. I have multiple Dremel and other brands of rotary tools. I actually love the mini one from Harbor Freight that is very small (fits in a small cosmetic pouch) and way under $10 dollars if you catch it on sale. Happy Holidays to you and your family. Thanks for the post.

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      It sounds like you have a good set up! I need to check out harbor Freights rotary tool. 💕

  • @patriciabravo4901
    @patriciabravo4901 Рік тому

    I love my mini heat press. It’s great for sewing.

  • @deborahwilson3546
    @deborahwilson3546 Рік тому

    Excellent

  • @lauriebertrand9319
    @lauriebertrand9319 Рік тому

    Great video! I wasn’t familiar with some of the tools so thank you! Good tips and tricks too! Hoping Santa will bring me a few.

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      Thank you Laurie! I hope Santa brought you what you wanted this year! 💕

  • @amyshingleton8698
    @amyshingleton8698 Рік тому

    Thank you

  • @dawnreese6073
    @dawnreese6073 Рік тому

    I have a favorite lamp. I knew what I wanted, but I didn’t know where to find it. Low and behold, I found it at IKEA for $8.00. It clamps to my table and adjusts in many ways.

  • @jeanmacdonald8329
    @jeanmacdonald8329 Рік тому

    Great suggestions!

  • @brittanyjohnson4170
    @brittanyjohnson4170 Рік тому

    Thank you! I needed a craft tool list to send to everyone and now I have a video! 🤭🤣

  • @valeriefoster8274
    @valeriefoster8274 Рік тому

    Great ideas. Love what we saw of your craft workspace also. Merry Christmas to you and your fsmily

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      Thank you Valerie! I am glad you enjoyed a peak of my craft area. Merry Chritsmas to you too!

  • @MrsAlmaTrumble
    @MrsAlmaTrumble Рік тому +1

    Great list of crafting tools. Adding a few to my Amazon wishlist. Merry Christmas Jennifer and family.

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому +1

      Merry Christmas to you too Alma! Thanking for always watching!

    • @MrsAlmaTrumble
      @MrsAlmaTrumble Рік тому

      @@LittleBitofCalmCrazy you're welcome friend. Thank you.

  • @ginahowe2645
    @ginahowe2645 Рік тому +5

    FYI Fiskars has a lifetime guarantee. They have replaced 2 trimmers for me. So worth it.

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      Another good reason it is the best! Thank you for sharing this!

    • @LazyIRanch
      @LazyIRanch Рік тому +9

      This is totally off topic, but just too cool not to share!
      Six years ago, a neighbor found a fledgling raven that was rejected by it's parents because his beak was bent. She called me to take him since I'm retired and crazy about animals. I took care of him for about a month until he could fly. His beak improved but always had a gap which didn't affect his ability to eat.
      I turned him loose, but he chose to hang around since I put food out for him. When he was a year old, he disappeared for a few days, but came back with his mate (they mate for life). About 3 years ago, I started finding odd things near my doorstep outside my bedroom; an old Casio watch from the 80s, single earrings, porcelain doll arms, and many machine parts and even small wrenches (he's watched me use tools).
      One day he was cawing with excitement so I ran out to see what was up. He had a small pair of snips in his beak, which he dropped to the ground, then perched at the edge of my roof to watch my reaction. They are a very nice pair of Fiskars sharp-tipped pruning snips, like a bonsai artist would use! I had a similar pruning tool I bought at Dollar Tree but it broke. He must have seen me using it. How smart these birds are!
      When he's happy, he does a little dance where he hops in circles with his wings out, so I did my best imitation of his dance to show him how much I loved his gift. He responded in kind. I made sure he saw me using them. They are perfect for trimming the manzanita branches I use to make parrot perches, and for poking holes to put grommets in the heavy canvas I use in my goat pen for rain shelter.
      I named him "Igor", and his mate "Elsa", and have enjoyed their friendship for several years. Last Spring, they built a nest right under my solar panels, and I got to watch their 2 fledgling offspring learn to fly. I appreciate that Igor and Elsa trusted me enough to build a nest close by.
      Sadly, Igor and Elsa left once their babies were independent. I hope they are well. Good news is, those "kids" stayed here, and since they've always known me, they are even friendlier! I always buy big bags of peanuts for them, and they get the skin and bones from the chicken I cook for my dog. One of them is at my door right now, loudly reminding me that I'm late with their breakfast.
      I live on 20 acres of mountain wilderness, off-grid with solar/wind power. No neighbors for a mile. My husband left me @ 8 years ago so now it's just me and my 30 yr. old son who is disabled due to schizophrenia. I went 6 weeks once without seeing another human, when my son's illness caused him to require hospitalization. Most people don't understand why I love these ravens, and other wild birds I've met out here, so much they seem like family.
      Sorry, like I said, completely off-topic except I really do love those Fiskars snips they gave me! One of the most thoughtful gifts I've ever received.

    • @irenepeek3211
      @irenepeek3211 Рік тому +3

      @@LazyIRanch What a beautiful story 💕 Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @cindycoleman5196
    @cindycoleman5196 Рік тому

    Great video. Really enjoyed.

  • @colleenkielczynski1696
    @colleenkielczynski1696 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much. You helped me narrow down what I actually need for the projects I want to do.Also, how long do you keep your spray paint cans once you open them?

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      I use up my spray paint, but you should only keep the cans for 2 years.

  • @shawndunn3493
    @shawndunn3493 Рік тому +1

    I don’t know if you’ve tried it but the Ott light is one of the best that you could buy I don’t know if there’s anything better now but I’ve been crafting for about 30 years probably more and the Ott light was always the one that you had to have

  • @susandegarmo4102
    @susandegarmo4102 Рік тому

    I put my silicone mats in the washer also!

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      Game changing! The first time I washed my mats in the washing machine… I wanted to scream for the roof top that this is the best thing ever! 💕

  • @zoewassermann6601
    @zoewassermann6601 Рік тому

    I have the spray paint can gun and it doesn’t work well at all after 6 months and I am part time crafter. I do think the concept is brilliant and will try a not so expensive brand next so I can have multiple of them. I was attaching vinyl to Christmas decorations and needed good lighting so I took my hubbys battery operated makita work lamp and it’s my go to now. In fact he took the idea when adjusting watch straps at Christmas.

    • @zoewassermann6601
      @zoewassermann6601 Рік тому

      Oh and my spray painting booth is next level:-)

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      A spray booth! That is next level. What a bummer about the spray paint handle. I am not using mine much right now… because I spray paint outside and it is just too cold. But I plan to put it to work again in the spring. I may have to try different brands and compare them.

  • @lorrainebecchetti4865
    @lorrainebecchetti4865 Рік тому

    Omg, I just can't believe 😳that I truly love you and I really truly love your videos on the different types of products that you really need for your projects that you are doing. If I never look at another video again I got all my information from a wonderful video of all time is this one . The only thing I can't afford is a circuit. I can't believe how much they are but I hope to get one before I lose 😔my mind to SENiAL, HA,HA, but I am getting up there in age and I am getting arthritis so bad in my hands that I am getting scared to get any older and I can't believe 😢that what I am going through by aging a few years and what I am dealing with. 😢 But I just wanted you to know that your video is one of the best 100 hundred 💯 the best one ❤I would recommend everyone who is a true crafters or just starting out should watch your video first and then start looking for these products and get them, ( if you can't afford them items) 😀start purchasing them one at a time because they are the best even though I have just have a few of these items and I have been doing crafts quite a while but I am going out and start buying the items you recommend for crafting but it's going to be a while before I get a circuit. I 💕just want to THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TAKING THE TIME TO LET ME AND OTHERS KNOW WHAT products that you really think will help us out if we been crafting for years or just starting out . The 💕best advice 👌for so many people.
    GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR IDEAS TO CRAFTERS ALL OVER THE WORLD 🌎🙏
    LOVE YOU FROM DUNMORE, PENNSYLVANIA. THE HOME TOWN OF OUR SENIAL PRESIDENT BIDEN .

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      Thank you so much Lorraine! The Cricut is expensive, and I hope that it fits in your budget at some point. However, there is still so much you can do without one too. Just keep having fun crafting! It keeps you young! 💕

  • @maryellenyork2819
    @maryellenyork2819 Рік тому +3

    My puppy loves chewing plastic handles. I misplaced a small pair of scissors and a magnifying glass. I found them, badly damaged, when I heard her chomping. She will sneak them off my lap or table--right next to me!

  • @kimgoodwin8018
    @kimgoodwin8018 Рік тому

    I am still learning but I have a lot of Ryobi tools that we had caught on sale and I use my husbands as well

  • @juliebyerly9412
    @juliebyerly9412 Рік тому

    Great list! One of my favorite tools is the Gator micro zip sander. I also got a few of the sunbeam gooseneck lamps from dollar tree recently. Great inexpensive choice for bright light when youre doing close up work. Question for you about the miter shears. I have a pair but I have trouble using them to cut anything thing, like a single Popsicle stick. Am I doing something wrong or are they just meant for thicker pieces? Thanks!

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      Micro zip sander... that sounds like something I need to look into. As for the miter shears. They are meant for smaller things like popscile sticks. The do require a little force. The thicker the object... the harder it is to cut. 💕

  • @margarettadusz143
    @margarettadusz143 Рік тому

    Where do you get the silicone mats? The surebonder ones??

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому +1

      You can either order then from SureBonder's wedsite or Amazon
      SureBonder Site surebonder.com/?ref=UChP9RLvpj05N
      Large (green) amzn.to/2U9f7us
      Small (8X8) amzn.to/2U7F8dj

    • @margarettadusz143
      @margarettadusz143 Рік тому

      @@LittleBitofCalmCrazy Thank you 😊 Merry Christmas to you and your family and God bless 🙌

  • @lisamazzeo4281
    @lisamazzeo4281 Рік тому

    Ott lights are great for crafting but not cheap either. Costco has one for 35.00 I think.

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      Good to know. I appreciate you sharing Lisa! I think all good lighting may be an investment.

  • @karenhughes3558
    @karenhughes3558 Рік тому

    What was the brand of the paint brushes? I would like to get a set. Thank you!

  • @patriciasweet9102
    @patriciasweet9102 Рік тому

    Good tips but if on a septic don't think I would was the silicone mats in the washer. not good for it. Oh gotta get hubby the spray can handle

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      I am curious as to why? It would think it be no different that washing them in the sink. I don’t have a septic.. so please educate me.

  • @erikabott9209
    @erikabott9209 Рік тому

    I bought those Miter Shears from Amazon they are worthless won't cut anything since im a crafter though the would help cutting my popsicle sticks ect. Who ever thinking about buying them think about it twice. She makes it look so easy cutting sticks LOL

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      Sorry you had a bad experience. I don't share anything I don't truly love and use often.

    • @tealrustsage24
      @tealrustsage24 2 місяці тому

      @@LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      Loved the video. My miter shears has a different shaped blade compared to yours and makes it very hard to cut. Mine is straight across. Yours is curved. I think that changes everything. It might be why the other commenter doesn't like it.

  • @Carla-up6fp
    @Carla-up6fp Рік тому

    My Craftsman miter shears do not have the metal piece to make angle cuts. Surely it was supposed to have this.

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      Wow! I have never used the Craftsman. Mine are Gatrol and I love them.

  • @fishngnana68
    @fishngnana68 Рік тому

    There's some nice craft tools but not everybody can spend the expenses a little less expensive tools would be great

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому

      I shared a range of prices in this video. Not everything was expensive. I think long and hard about spending my own money and I don’t share anything without truly seeing its value. I am always trying new things, and if I come across less expensive tools that are worth your money… I will absolutely share them. 💕

  • @22ERICSHELLY
    @22ERICSHELLY Рік тому +5

    Merry Christmas! Jesus is the reason for the season

    • @LittleBitofCalmCrazy
      @LittleBitofCalmCrazy  Рік тому +3

      Yes he is! 💕

    • @broomrider4699
      @broomrider4699 Рік тому +3

      Yeah, let’s not take into consideration the amount of Pagan decoration ideas and rituals that are a part of the Christmas tradition.

  • @ginnywhite6327
    @ginnywhite6327 Рік тому

    Name brushes of paint brushes and miter shears?? I know u mean well, but you left out all the important info! I had to STOP watching.