Tuesday, July 26, 2011

IWATA HP-CS Eclipse AIRBRUSH/COMPRESSOR-Createx Paint

Bought this kit as a beginner looking for a good kit to start out with. Excellent value for what you get, everything that you need to start painting right out of the box. The Iwata HP-CS allows you very nice control with your airbrush, and leaves you with no problems. Compressor is alot quieter than I had expected and very easy to control. The video that comes with this kit is very helpful as well, I would recommend you to watch the video first if you are just beginning to show you all the basics, from the different types of paint, spray patterns, and different surfaces that you can paint on etc. Have no complaints, Amazon was fast with shipping and was the best price I could find. Would definitely recommend this kit to anyone looking to air brush just about anything. Awesome!!

Iwata Eclipse HP-CS Airbrushing System with Silver Jet Air Compressor

I am somewhat new to airbrushing makeup, only heard about it 1 year ago. So after purchasing Luminess, I decided to look for a better product. This order came in a timely fashion and the airbrush and compressor works great. I am very satisfied. This was exactly what I was looking for at a fantastic price. Everything arrived on time and in great condition. Looking forward to spending a lot of time airbrushing.

Iwata Eclipse HP-CS Airbrushing System with Smart Jet Air Compressor

The multi-purpose, high-paint-flow, versatile airbrushes of the Eclipse Series cover a wide range of uses. Because Eclipse Airbrushes can spray heavier paints and achieve a fine line as well as a 2" wide pattern, they are well suited for just about any application or project. The Eclipse Series are the most popular Iwata airbrush models due to their vesatility, not to mention that they get such a varied spray pattern from just one size nozzle and needle! Eclipse Airbrush Nozzle and Head Assembly: The drop-in hardened steel nozzles are self-centering for perfect alignment and quick, easy assembly. High-paint flow, coupled with ultimate control through the entire spray range, is Iwata's trademark with the Eclipse style of airbrushes

Complete Set of 80 Pan Pastels

Loaded with the highest quality artists pigments; PanPastel Colors are made using a unique manufacturing process requiring minimal binder and fillers resulting in a rich ultra soft and low dust formulation. All of these professional quality colors are highly pigmented have excellent lightfastness and are fully erasable. Each pan contains 35%* more material than the average pastel stick. (*Average based on a survey of leading brands) PanPastel Colors are fully compatible with traditional pastel sticks pastel surfaces conventional fixatives and other artists colors.For pastel painting and mixed media work use PanPastel Colors to:⢠Quickly block in large areas of color in seconds e.g. for backgrounds and underpainting⢠Achieve a more painterly effect in pastels⢠Apply controlled marks â from intense strokes to delicate marks⢠Build up multiple layers while controlling the surface tooth fill⢠Apply ultra thin glazing layers & veils of color. The colors can be mixed and blended together eliminating the need to invest in hundreds of colors for a complete pastel painting palette. PanPastel packaging protects the colors keeping them separate and clean. Making them perfect for both studio work and for traveling / plein air work. The pans and storage jars (for Sofft Tools) interlock securely together making it easy to store and organize the colors and tools minimizing the amount of storage space required.

COPIC Set of 72 Sketch Markers- Set B

COPIC Set of 72 Sketch Markers Set B- This COPIC set includes 72 Sketch Markers in a wide variety of colors. The COPIC Sketch Markers have a fine tipped flexible brush tip on one end; and a multi purpose chisel tip on the other end. The colors included in this set are ideal for all kinds of artwork- comic book and manga drawing mock ups product renderings- any time that you need an extremely high quality marker! Alcohol based permanent and non-toxic.

COPIC Set of 72 Sketch Markers Set A

I have now purchased all the colors. I have been trying various color systems for over 15 years and with the Copics have finally found the system I love. They have a learning curve but with YouTube videos it does not take long to learn how to use them - you need to use the right ink if you are stamping and the right paper - the paper makes a real difference on how easy they are to use. They seem expensive but I have purchased so many markers that are not refillable and you can not replace the nib on them that I see these as a lifetime investment. Can you tell I love my Copic Markers. Here is a web site that has wonderful info on these markers
http://www.ilikemarkers.blogspot.com/

Speedball Boss Elite Pottery Wheel with Utility Shelf


1/2" thick polyethylene tabletop and expanded, raised work table. 1.0 horsepower (industrial motor) 175-lb centering capacity Adjustable feet allow for leveling on uneven floors and the ability to change the wheel head height Load-sensing control with 110v or 220v capability Reversing plug for quick change of wheel head direction 14" wheel head, same as the Clay Boss Foot pedal with smooth variable speed control (0-240 RPM) Tabletop is included with purchase of the Speedball Boss Elite! Easily removable Splash Pan included. Included with purchase of the Speedball Boss Elite SQ are 1 - 7 inch square bat. 2-part splash pan for easy clean up include. Load-sensing control with 110v or 220v capability.

The "Prodigy" Potter's Wheel Is Built To Satisfy Heavy-Duty Demand


Thomas Stuart has gained a well-deserved reputation for building high quality potter's wheels. This "Prodigy" Wheel is another great value in their line. Built extra strong it will easily center 100 lbs. of clay. The heart of any potter's wheel is the motor and this wheel offers an extra heavy-duty 1/3 HP motor that is designed with maximum torque and will run continuously all day long without overheating. It also features a heavy-duty, cast aluminum foot pedal and a motor controller that allows for exact control. It has a vacuum-formed table top for complete water protection and a round, one-piece splash pan that can easily be removed. The bearings, pulleys and belt are the same as on their largest wheels. All of the components are assembled onto a welded steel frame. Rotation of the wheel is counterclockwise and it is built for right hand use only. This wheel delivers professional performance that is smooth, quiet and reliable and is suitable for either studio or classroom. It weighs 94 lbs. A NOTE ON DELIVERY: This wheel is drop-shipped direct from the factory. Please be aware that this can take up to two weeks of processing time in addition to the normal delivery time. For hundreds more craft, art and hobby products be sure to visit our National Artcraft Storefront. We have the creative component you need.

Potter's Pottery Wheel By Brent Has The Strength And Features Of Larger Potter's Wheels And Includes Splash Pan

I've been using Brent wheels for years. I've left this one out in the snow this past winter because of space constraints. It is working great and the electronics all seem sound and well sealed. I've had to take it apart to tinker with the pedal speed and found it very easy to work on. In my opinion (based on 25 years of throwing on the wheel) Brent wheels are only second in reliability to kick-wheels (and much less bulky!) It may seem like a spendy amount but you won't be sorry when you have a reliable tool that lasts years.

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Janome TB30 Threadbanger Computerized Sewing Machine with 30 Built-In Stitches

I went looking to buy the TB30. I actually liked the graphics and all the pretty lights. Hey, might as well have a "light show" while sewing kites! I ended-up buying the new re-packaged TB30: the DC4030. Oh, I lost some of the pretty lights along with the graphics, as the 4030 is just the TB30 in a "plain, brown wrapper." But, not one ounce of functionality or quality! It's all there and it's just GREAT! It even came with a hard case, something I wanted and was glad I didn't have to buy separately. I've sewn a good 12 different kinds of fabrics on it to date. Thanks to the adjustable pressure feet, whatever I've tossed at it, it's delivered top quality stitching right back at me. No errors, no goofs, no bound-up bobbins or stitches. Just great sewing. I call it, "Janome style" when it comes to the machine's stitch quality. The SFS may be a marketing whatever, but, I'm brutally honest when I state, SFS is reality! I've sewn on other Janome machines without SFS. There is just no comparison between a Janome SFS and a Janome non-SFS. Get the SFS, you won't be sorry. Bottom line: no complaints from me. Oh, here are the machines I compared before I purchased: Brother PC210 and PC420 and the SE400 (all looked good on paper with lots of great comments, but...sorry, Brother, your quality is still in question) and the Janome 1050 and 2150 (both of these machines are close in what they offer. However, less plastic in my machine, the better I like it and these had too much plastic...in the operating mechanism. That's not to say it's wrong to do that, Brother, Singer, and Janome have been doing it a long time. But, I'll pass). I also looked real closely at the Janome Memory Craft. But, some things can't be...on my budget! Endgame: My 4030 is poised, ready to create kites, curtains, etc. right next to my Janome Serger.

Janome DC2011 Computerized Sewing Machine with 50 Built-In Stitches w/ Hard Case + Walking Foot + 1/4" Foot and More!

The Janome DC2011 combines the power and precision of a superior stitch mechanism with the sophistication of a computerized sewing machine! 50 very unique stitches include Lock-O-Matic, Heirloom, decorative, darning, overcasting and three 1-step automatic buttonholes and more! To get great results when sewing you need a feed system that gives precise feeding! Janome's 7 Feed Teeth Box Feeding System assures Superior Feeding! From the lightest weight fabric to heavy fabric! The Janome DC2011 has a bright LED Screen for easy stitch and function selection. Automatic Needle Threader - Bad eyes are no problem with this feature! It's simple, just pull down the needle threader, put your thread in the hook and in front of the needle, pull back and your needle is threaded! Needle Up/Down Button - Set the Janome DC2011 for needle down to pivot on your work or use needle up if you prefer. End your stitch pattern exactly at the end, not in the middle of the stitch, just touch the pattern stop button! The bobbin loads from the top so it is easy to insert the bobbin. The bobbin cover is see through to let you see if your running out of thread! In addition, if you sew of the edge of the fabric it is jam proof. Free motion quilting to old fashion darning is easy with the drop-feed system. Do pants legs and shirt sleeves with this feature! Just take of the free-arm off by sliding it to the left and your ready to work. Great projects begin with great tension! Worry free tension makes your projects look and be professional. The Reverse Stitch Button is easy to use and centrally located, no levers to pull up and no flaps to depress, just touch a button! The Janome DC2011 comes with a Many Accessories Including a Hard Case, Walking Foot, 1/4" Seam Foot, Zipper Foot, Satin Stitch Foot, Overedge Foot, Blind Hem Foot, Automatic Buttonhole Foot, Screwdriver, Bobbins, Set of Needles, Seam Ripper, Additional Spool Pin, Spool Holder (Large and Small), Lint Brush and Felt!!!

Singer 7470 Confidence Electronic Sewing Machine 225 Stitch functions, Drop & Sew Bobbin System, Automatic Needle Threader & More.



Smart buy, kid. Singer 301 and 201 machines also are built to higher standards of durability and precision engineering than almost anything else available today. The 301 with its aluminum body would be the obvious choice for a full-size portable. My gal's cast-iron gear-drive 201, which has for more than half a century been a favorite machine model among quilters and professional tailors, runs smooth as silk and never leaves its beautiful solid walnut cabinet.

Singer Curvy 8780 Computerized Sewing Machine


I sort of bought this machine on impulse. I have a 50 year old Singer, and a very simple and inexpensive Singer that I received new as a gift in 2004. I have become a more serious sewer but in the whole scheme of things, I'm still doing a lot of learning. I almost immediately regretted this purchase after reading reviews online. A lot of folks really dislike this machine. Being a relatively younger sewer, I think this modern design is actually extremely easy to use, but for someone who is used to doing things in the spirit of an older machine, this can be frustrating. At first I was overwhelmed and annoyed but now that I have watched some videos and learned about all of it's features, I am completely in love with this machine. You really have to adjust to the style of this machine. Singer really has made it more simple. Don't over think this machine. I MUST note that for whatever reason, the presser foot lever doesn't naturally have an up or down position... there is actually an in between. This machine will jam automatically if the lever is not in the down position. I actually had to read some complaints to figure this out. Now that I have that figured out, the machine sews like a dream. It is actually somewhat melodic when it sews. I received the extra presser foot package from HSN. Check out youtube to see the HSN demonstration to see what you can do with this machine and all of it's beautiful snap in presser feet. I'm still squirming with the excitement of the possibilities!