you are hilarious! I love the little bits on the floor! I only recently gave myself permission to allow bits to drop on my craft room floor. Not going back!
If you are curious how this compares to a gel press, it is different. Here is info: waffleflower.com/blogs/news/waffle-flower-grip-mats-vs-gel-plates Just a quick afterthought: So the grip mat may not hold pieces 100% when you stamp on them. it isnt a 100% stick on paper. But what you can do if you have a small die cut, is just place a traditional sticky mat on top of the grip mat in the MISTI and that will hold tight. :)
I can relate to this emotion about the new tool pain - but we want companies to keep trying to find us better ways to craft so we can be more efficient and get great results. Sometimes it takes baby steps to get to a better place and we are along for the ride. When money is tight I focus on tools that will enhance the way I personally craft and not worry about having a new tool that will get very little use. What I do resent though is when an already existing item comes out marketed as a "stamping tool" and then the price is increased when it is marketed to crafters - for example make up brushes. I did not find brushes labeled for stamping to be better than generic make up brushes but the pricing was considerably higher when they were first introduced.
i get that that is frustrating. i just know it costs more for these companies to source and sell the products then it does other industries. they order lower quantities,... so the cost is higher... so they have to charge more. but you can use the make up ones instead!
Hey Jennifer! Love your videos! I agree about supporting small businesses. If people aren't sure if they prefer this type of stenciling over tape/magnets, I would encourage them to try this method with their gel plates and then buy the mat. I got the same results with the gel plate and have been doing it since the stamp wheel mat and gives me a reason to use the leftover ink for smooshing. Hope it's ok to share this on your comments.
these are small businesses who simply don't have the means or funds to go through the expensive process of developing new tools. I truly believe they are trying their best. most are just getting by month to month. i will say i am VERY thankful for the original stamp designs they put lots of effort into! as for a gel plate - yes! give it a try for the things i showed. use what you have! it makes creating fun. But for others, this tool may be just what they needed, as it was for me. :) happy crafting.
Why do you feel the need to post just to say something derogatory? If you don’t like something that’s fine, not every product is for every person. Craft companies are businesses. The owners are normal people with families to support just like everyone else. I genuinely feel bad for you. Whatever you have going on, Jesus can help. He is the answer to every problem.
@@craftynikki6570 I too have been frustrated in the past about the high cost of craft tools that seem like they are copies of something much cheaper. But that is the great thing about reading the reviews of products and watching utube videos and looking at pinterest.
I don't have a grip mat like this...i do have other sticky mats but i find them a bit too sticky (and my cards end up all bendy) so I really like the look of this and these gorgeous stencils etc. Sadly, such is the power of Jennifer, that they've all sold out before I even saw the video!!! I hope they'll come back soon! Thank you for all the useful info and guidance.😊
Companies coming out with new products or tweaking old products is also important for innovation. Otherwise there would be no improvements. I love the analogy you make with cars and the grocery store. And we may not want to buy a particular product today, but maybe down the road we will buy the next version. Or a hybrid version.
I agree! I tend to be very much a watch and wait kind of shopper about many things. There is nothing wrong with watching and passing on or deciding to purchase a product later. We all have to do what is best for us. I think these mats check all of the boxes for a tool that will make crafting more fun for me and solve some issues I'm having so I will probably be purchasing one. And I appreciate how thorough and honest Jennifer is when she is sharing products!!! I appreciate that she is enthusiastic about supporting these very small businesses and it's obvious that the businesses appreciate her as well.
I really enjoyed watching your video during my lunch break. Yay for another amazing tool! I'm seeing lots of uses for Grip Mats for my MISTIs! Kudos to Nina!!! I'm a big fan of Postage Collage from Waffle Flower Crafts, and your ways of using it were brilliant! I really appreciate your supporting small businesses, especially those who keep trying to bring out innovative products for crafters. We are so lucky to have you in this papercrafting industry. Love you!
Jennifer, no one would expect you ever to promote anything for crafting without knowing that you gave it 110% test first. You are so well known in the crafting world that you say oh Jennifer Maguire, and everybody knows who you are, and we all know what you stand, for you are honest and sincere and a. Joy to watch and learn from. I agree I think people are very overwhelmed with so many tools coming out, and with the cost of everything in our world going up that sometimes I think people are overwhelmed. I’ll watch and see what the new tools are but I am one that says do I need it is it really going to make my life that much easier??? I think sticky mats are a great thing :-) but again, I think the cost of stamps going up dyes are getting outrageously, priced and bigger and better tools. It’s easy to get caught up in that I have to have or I need to have. I appreciate you always showing us the new tools and the new tricks, but most of all just watching you create beautiful cards is awesome. Tfs and God bless:)
Oh I am LOVING these grip mats! What I love the most is that they aren't disposable... just use it over and over with just a quick clean in between! Thanks Jennifer! I always appreciate that you show us new products! Even if it's not a product I need or want, It's still fun to see what's out there and how it works! :)
I appreciate you showing all of the new things. This video gave me an idea to try another product I have, but had long forgotten. It’s unfortunate that people feel that it is okay to post negative comments, saying things I’m sure they would never to a person’s face (although some would, I’m sure). Sadly, the amount of negativity is something I have noticed more and more lately. You handle that sort of thing with kindness and grace and it’s a beautiful thing.
Jennifer, I not only watch your videos because you’re so talented and explain things so well, but you are so extremely kind! Thank you for another great video!
I feel quite brilliant because after watching a few videos from the Waffle Flower channel, I ordered the 8.5”x6.5” sticky mat plus the Christmas stencils and postage stamp dies. Now I know I made the right choice after devouring this very informative video. Thanks so much for all the testing you do, behind the scenes, with new products before you demo them for us.🥰
This video is very informative & I appreciate the kind way you addressed the issue of folks being overwhelmed by all the 'new' stuff. I also got the 8.5x6.5 mat. One thing you didn't mention is that even with the same type of product category, some work better for people than others. I've got a disability (wheelchair user, with a bit of dexterity issues in my hands) There are some blending brushes I find really difficult to hold. I can't manage the Tim Holtz glass mat; it's too big & too heavy. And as much as I want a glimmer machine, I am not going to get one until I can try it out & see if I can manage the plate & not put myself at risk of burning myself. Just some examples! Not every tool is for everyone.
@@jennifermcguireink You're so sweet. I almost deleted my comment as I was afraid it sounded rude, which wasn't my intent. It is just a topic that often gets missed.
Thank you so very much for sharing your thoughts,techniques and ideas for these great products. I have been following you for a very long time and I appreciate your honesty and integrity. You are a fantastic teacher and l have learned so much from you. I agree with everything you said about reviewing products and giving love to small businesses Please continue to do what you do. I believe it is needed and I also believe you are one of the best to continue educating. A giant hug 🫂 to you Jennifer. Be well and take care.
Thank you for this very thorough walk-through of this new product line. I appreciate you using the word grip rather than sticky and being very clear that there are times when you may need additional tape or a magnet to use this.
You started this "sticky mat craze" and look what has happened! 🤣 Thank you for your thoughts regarding new products, in general and your honesty about these new tools, specifically-- I trust your recommendations!
Totally agree and thought you spoke very well Jennifer with relation to the new products that companies are always coming out with. It amazes me that it frustrates people so much. That's life. No one forces you to buy them all. Pick and choose - that's the joy of it and it's just one of the things I love about paper crafting😍
Jennifer, I love your videos and the cards you create. I love what you said about all the products that are coming to market. I really admire your integrity. I am one of those people who have sometimes complained about so many products, but always in private. I try not to publicly criticize anything. As you mentioned no one is obligated to buy every new item. It’s an individual decision. (I know it’s hard sometimes. 😊) Anyway, great cards and information.
It can be overwhelming all the new products that are coming out, especially the unique tools that are new to the market. For us long time crafters it can feel like they keep reinventing the wheel, but we have to remember there are new people coming into the craft and stamping world that have never seen these things and are needing tools and products to get started. I still use some of my older tools that have good use left in them and don’t purchase new stuff until i have a need. It’s hard though, because all these products are so compelling and it’s hard to choose! Thanks for helping us navigate the industry with helpful insight and your ingenious engineering mind!
I had all but given up on paper crafting after being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (in my hands and wrist mostly) in 2016 but thanks to all of the tools that make things easier for us crafters with limitations, I am back to crafting all the time! I own many Waffle Flower tools and they are top notch, along with all of their products. Something as simple as grip, which I no longer have, can keep me crafting for hours. Thank you!
So well said. I think these new things give us flexibility and choice in our crafting. And I think sometimes people forget that businesses do need to make money to survive, they aren't just trying to gouge us. Imagine a world without them... No thank you.
Hi Jennifer! I so love your wit, humor and good old fashioned common sense! People don't have to purchase if they don't want to, but this is exactly what I've been hoping for! I also LOVE that you can throw a sticky mat on top of the Grip Mat (in the coordinating correct size Misti) and it holds the sticky mat still! It drove me crazy that my sticky mat jumped around ever so slightly! I bought a couple sizes of these Waffle Flower Grip Mats because with my neuropathy, I need all the help I can get holding things still! Hugs to you from MN!
Thank you, Jennifer, for another inspirational and informative video. I appreciate your demonstrating new items, not only so I can see them in action, but also because I am not typically aware of what's new. Keep up the great work!
You have always been my go to artist for all things card making. Thank you for all you do for all of us that enjoy your amazing talent and all the work you do to help us understand the use of so many items. So grateful for you.
My thanks for taking the time to test and review all the new tools and products! I am always curious whether or not the item in question suits my crafting style, needs, or budget. I find your videos inspirational. I learn something new or a new way to consider things in my stash each time I watch. For that I am grateful. Please keep up the good work.
Thank you Jennifer for your inspiration & thoughts. I have seen lots of videos on hot foiling, the stamp wheel, the letterpress, I see the beautiful cards made but I can see they are not for me. The price of bigger items here in Australia also a consideration. I have a few sticky mats & my Waffle flower silicone stencil mat with the corner which cover my current needs. I do have to say the aud$170 for the Tim holtz rotary cutter after much thought is a definite winner, no regrets at all. This new grip mat will go into my memory bank as a maybe in the future.
Thanks so much for this video and how informative you are . I mostly appreciate the reminder that if what I have works, I don’t need to buy every new item that comes in the market. And as always, I just love every card you make!
You are so good with words! You always give us the pros for getting a new product AND options we have on hand that might serve the same purpose until we want to try the new ones or have the option to splurge. You are an angel to the industry and us your students! Thank you so so much.
I love the positivity of your videos. I have found your recommendations to be excellent. Thank you for taking the time to try these things first so we don’t have so many product fails. I totally appreciate your time and effort.❤
Brilliant idea to use the clear carrier to test the stamp placement! Wow!! Agree with the new products, thank heaven the craft businesses do the hard work and research to come up with helpful things. Of course, we can’t buy everything. Have to be selective. Thank you for your videos!!!
I appreciate your honesty and taking the time to explain the reason behind new tools rolling out. You are absolutely correct too. As I am still navigating the different brands and tools, I need to find the ones that are going to work best for me and what I need. I appreciate all the different businesses for their ideas and their hard work. Thank you!
Great, thorough review! The new sticky mats look like they will work well for me and I’m excited to use them. I appreciate the effort these crafty companies put in to new products. When I watched the Waffle Flower video for these, I could tell a lot of thought was put into the design of this product. I also love the stencils and die you show in this video. Your cards are beautiful, as usual.
Thanks for sharing about this new tool, Jennifer! I haven’t gotten one of the photopolymer mats yet, but can see how they would come in very handy. I really appreciate how thoroughly you test new things and all the ideas you share for how crafters can use them! It’s like “stretching your supplies.”
very nice presentation. you said it well .i pass on anything that doesn't speak to me. i do want this product, i have been waiting for this. Jennifer, you have probably already thought of this, but I can see how wonderful this mat will help with reverse stamping too. Thanks for all that you do.
This is why I watch your videos! I had not seen any of these items yet. You showed me several ways to overcome some of the problems I have been having in alignment, stamping tool, and stencils. Stamping since 1999 and over 75 I need to spend only on items I know will help me in more ways than one. THANK YOU.
I love this video, thanks, Jennifer! I get what you're saying about not feeling like we have to have everything that is put out there in the crafting world. I know that I have to pick and choose what I really know I will use. For instance, I have decided not to get into foiling or letterpress. I have a ton of dies and several die-cutting machines. I don't feel like I can justify buying any more expensive products. If I want something foiled, I will use deco foil and my Minc machine, and I'm happy with that. I love that you show the new products and how to use them, and all of your wonderful ideas. I have been stamping for over 25 years, so you can imagine all of the things I have! At my age (68), I know I feel like I need to use what I have and limit myself to purchasing stamps and dies. Thanks for all you do!
Jennifer, you’re a wonderful teacher and you always inspire me! Of course I had to preorder several of these new products from Waffle Flower because they are so well thought out. I also love that you never share products you don’t care for. I’m impressed that you could say “grip” and “grid” so frequently and always got it right! TFS, Joan Kappers
My goodness you truly are the queen of details. I love that about you and all your reasoning behind why and how you do something. That is my personality too! It is as if you know how I process so I don’t have to ask the question!! You must be exhausted after you do a video after that much talking and details. Thank you for sharing, being you and keep being the queen of videos.
I appreciate your comment about not buying every new item that comes out. I raised my family on an island with very little brand choice in anything. I just bought the same thing every time and life was easy. When I came to the US, I was so overwhelmed in the grocery that we just ate out most of the time. Until a kind man on a plane said he’d fix that for me. On a barf bag he wrote me a standard grocery list including the brand name of each item. I just bought the brands on his list for a very long time! Even now, I don’t look at all the possibilities. Even in crafting. Thank you for pointing out what should be obvious but really is hard.
Thank you for showing the new products. I like that you don't necessarily encourage us to buy them if we already have things in our stock that work pretty much the same way.
I agree with everything you said, it's just that (not just with crafts) America is a country that offers so many options that this presents a level of stress because we all must determine what the best options are for us - and we're never really sure if our decisions are the best ones (they are presented daily). This has shown itself to be a stress factor in US. I actually first noticed this when I moved back from France...the double row of potato chip choices at the US grocery store was a surprising example of the number of choices American's have in comparison to other places. All that said, you expressed wonderful tips to reduce that stress and to help us to NOT get overwhelmed. You're the very best of the best, and I will always choose watching your content - no matter how many other options there are on TH-cam 😄!
This video was amazing. You answered so many questions that were so informational and I learned so much. Please don’t stop your live videos,you are so well informed and such a sweet person. We all love you.
Thanks, Jennifer, for showing us many of the uses for these sticky mats. I watched Nina’s video regarding these a day or two ago and became quite excited about this mat. I ordered several today and can’t wait for them to arrive. I have much respect for your opinion and appreciate the time you take to examine and play with the various new releases as they come out. I agree that we don’t necessarily don’t need every item that is introduced, but some are must haves. Have a blessed day and thank you for all you do!
I really like the idea of the grip mats for the Original Misti and the Mini Misti, which are the two I use the most. Even with a 'regular' sticky mat in my Misti I have to tape the mat and the pad so they don't shift, but with this system I won't have to do that anymore. Great job demonstrating these new products from Waffle Flower! Thanks, Jennifer!
These are looking like the answer to my search for the most useful sticky-style mats! Have already ordered and am looking forward to the package arriving! Thank you for ALL your hard work, honest reviews and the positive attitude that you share. I always find your videos, and classes, uplifting, engaging and inspiring…even when a specific tool may not be for my craft room, it is still interesting to learn about them. And you often offer alternatives that may already be in my stash. You are a very appreciated, and trusted, resource in our creative community! Thank you so much Jennifer!🧑🏼🎨
Thank you for sharing your ideas and cards. I love seeing new products come to market in the paper crafting industry, especially new tools. Some I need immediately, some later on, and some just aren’t for me. Of course, some of those I end up needing after I see an awesome way to use them (paper pouncers with white pigment and embossing inks, for example). I don’t understand why people get upset about more options?! If you don’t want it, don’t buy it, but don’t hate on others who do like it.
I love your review videos. I watch them and then I know whether I need it for my type of crafting or not. I can easily see if I’ll use the item or not. No you don’t need everything…and we don’t have time to craft with everything. I love new products and options.
Thanks for this review, it helps when deciding if a new tool is right for me. I've actually had something like this for years, just never thought to use it to hold my stencils down. It's a 6x6 clear stamp mat from Purple Onion Designs meant for holding unmounted rubber stamps. Will definitely be testing it to see if it can do double duty 😉
Hi Jennifer - this is such a helpful introduction. As someone relatively new to card making, your authenticity is incredibly helpful when it comes to figuring out what tools are right for me. Thanks for such a thoughtful review and your overall approach to this sort of thing!
❤ I appreciate what you’re saying Jennifer because for me I have been making cards since 2008. I love new tools I love things that make making cards easier , but honestly I feel like there’s so many people on design teams that just try and sell sell sell. everything that they say is “I just love love love this product it’s my favorite thing , I can’t live without it 😢 The feeling is they say those things to make you buy the product? and it gets to the point where you don’t really believe a lot of what they’re trying to sell you. I love how you said that you would not put something on your channel unless you truly believed in it. Thank you for all of your hard work and I know it’s hard work.😊
I like this product. Just the mat, no need for confusing wheel type product. Most of us will appreciate having the sticky surface to hold our card stock. Also it’s affordable to boot.
Thank you! I began my card making journey while researching stamping my own paper for scrapbooking. I stumbled across two amazing teachers right away: you and Tim Holtz. Years later, you are still my inspiration. Thank you for the quiet time spent creating along with your videos. ❤
I like that most of there products are made in the U.S.A. I feel it’s very very important to purchase all items made in our country. If we want to keep our stores open and our country going buy American.
You provided a clear description of the grip mats. You helped clear up some questions. The cards are adorable. Thank you for testing new tools for. us. I appreciate your honest opinions.
Thank you Jennifer for showing and explaining. This looks more appealing to me than the new Altenew stamp tool, because I can combine it with the stamp tool I already have and I guess the price point looks better.
I absolutely LOVE watching you try new crafting things. It really helps me to decide if I want it/need or not. I also don't purchase them right away. I wait to make sure it's something that I could really use it.
This video was so helpful in deciding what I need to get as far as a gripmat and the way to use it. Thanks so much for helping us all use our products effectively.
Thanks again Jennifer-I think this is the tool I have been waiting for I have not bought a sticky mat yet so will be looking into these. Wondering if you could use these mats like a gel plate for various techniques
When I first saw this tool used,I was very excited. It seems I’ve shied away from stenciling,it felt cumbersome and I worried about proper placement. I feel lucky that I ordered the 6.5 x 8.5 because the other mats were out of stock. Lately I’ve been creating with colored cardstock and dies more than stamping for a variety. But ink blending and stamping are my other favorites. I’m grateful I haven’t used my new sticky mat before watching your awesome video! ( can’t wait to stencil now! 😊). Thank you Jennifer for a super helpful & fun video! 😊
I love how you share the products that you love to use. And, you are so right about a product that doesn’t work for you-it doesn’t mean it a terrible product, it just means that for how you do things it doesn’t work. I have a group of ladies that I retreat with every year. During that retreat we experiment with each others “stuff”. It’s amazing how similar and yet how different we do things. It’s a lot of fun. I love the postage cards. Thanks for showing the techniques with the Waffle Flower products. I’m pretty sure they are going on my wish list!😊
Yea! I already ordered the size you recommended. I do a lot of stenciling and hope that it will be a great help for holding everything in place. That's for the tips!
Jennifer - thank you for addressing this topic. I get so frustrated by crafters complaining about new products as if it is a conspiracy to get our money and I don’t believe that is the case! I love seeing new ideas and options but I never feel like I have to buy everything even when I buy it because I tell myself I need it, lol! We have options and we have free will. We should use our adult brains to decide what we want to buy. I really enjoy crafting especially in the paper crafting space but I get really tired of people complaining. I love the Mac N Cheese example! Thank you from one Ohio crafter to another😊
Thank you for such detail information! Your videos are always informative & fun to watch! I love this new stamp & postage stamp- love the look, would love to receive, but I know in my life right now, I would probably never get to use much just b/c of the busyness of my life-so videos like this really help!😊
I sincerely appreciate the detail you provide as new tools and products are introduced. I think for me this may be the answer to my layering stamp dilemma. As easy as layering stamps proclaim to be, 99% of the time they are a fail for me which is a shame - there are so many that are absolutely beautiful when the results as intended are achievable with minimal effort. If only said layering stamps were as simple as the many features added to stencils these days and multi-stamp and die cut products. Beautiful cards and of course I now want all the things.
I had already seen Waffle Flower’s video so I was excited to see yours. I thought you spoke very well about these small companies. They must innovate and come out with new products to stay relevant, just like any business, especially in this economy. Customers will buy what works for them and that’s that. This product looks interesting for me, as an alternative to the sticky mat, which I sometimes find a bit too sticky for really delicate stencils. So this would be a nice addition. And your cards are gorgeous! I love that whole mail stamp concept from WF. very creative. Thanks for sharing!
These sticky mat's have drawn my attention. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on them. I love tour cards. I think this bundle is so versatile and can be used in so many ways. I think this set make a great set to ask for my birthday. All the products are so well thought out. 👍
Thank you for giving your honest opinions. I have the Brutus monroe sticky grid, but I like to try new tools and this looks a good one. Thanks Jennifer love all your videos 😊
I really liked this demonstration. It's very helpful in deciding what to get or get you thinking what you can substitute that you already have. I like that they come out with new things, it's inspiring for me. Nothing to prevent us from finding cheaper alternatives like makeup brushes. I know they refine the process when making these tools so that they may work a little better or a lot better. Having dedicated tools is helpful though. I bought a large black grip gridded silicone mat and a smaller plain white one. Still I like these too and they are obviously very useful. Your demonstrations are so thorough and full of creative inspiration.
Thanks for this information! I like this WF sticky mat much better than my old super sticky mat, and the 6x6” mat fits perfectly in my We R Memory Keepers Precision Press!
Thank you for your video. I appreciate you taking the time to think outside the box to show us more ways to use our products! You answered the questions I had about the grip mat and plan to preorder one for my mom and I. Have a wonderful weekend!😊
Thank you, Jennifer! Since these are polymer, they could possibly be ideal for reverse stamping for larger stamps. You had probably already thought of that, perhaps you could try it for us, please? 😘🤩
I ordered the bundle and the mat after I saw your video. It was back ordered and I just received them. Your videos are ALWAYS so helpful snd your card designs are ALWSYS AMAZING! BTW-You are fabulous with words! Your explanations were spot on! THANK YOU for sharing all your creativity and knowledge with us!!
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you are hilarious! I love the little bits on the floor! I only recently gave myself permission to allow bits to drop on my craft room floor. Not going back!
If you are curious how this compares to a gel press, it is different. Here is info: waffleflower.com/blogs/news/waffle-flower-grip-mats-vs-gel-plates
Just a quick afterthought:
So the grip mat may not hold pieces 100% when you stamp on them. it isnt a 100% stick on paper. But what you can do if you have a small die cut, is just place a traditional sticky mat on top of the grip mat in the MISTI and that will hold tight. :)
Is it the same material as a gelli plate?
waffleflower.com/blogs/news/waffle-flower-grip-mats-vs-gel-plates
I can relate to this emotion about the new tool pain - but we want companies to keep trying to find us better ways to craft so we can be more efficient and get great results. Sometimes it takes baby steps to get to a better place and we are along for the ride. When money is tight I focus on tools that will enhance the way I personally craft and not worry about having a new tool that will get very little use. What I do resent though is when an already existing item comes out marketed as a "stamping tool" and then the price is increased when it is marketed to crafters - for example make up brushes. I did not find brushes labeled for stamping to be better than generic make up brushes but the pricing was considerably higher when they were first introduced.
i get that that is frustrating. i just know it costs more for these companies to source and sell the products then it does other industries. they order lower quantities,... so the cost is higher... so they have to charge more. but you can use the make up ones instead!
@@jennifermcguireink that makes sense
I adore the swans and family. I see many creative uses and that is what I always look for in a dies set💕
Hey Jennifer! Love your videos! I agree about supporting small businesses. If people aren't sure if they prefer this type of stenciling over tape/magnets, I would encourage them to try this method with their gel plates and then buy the mat. I got the same results with the gel plate and have been doing it since the stamp wheel mat and gives me a reason to use the leftover ink for smooshing. Hope it's ok to share this on your comments.
These are just our take on a solution. So glad you've found things working for you already!
these are small businesses who simply don't have the means or funds to go through the expensive process of developing new tools. I truly believe they are trying their best. most are just getting by month to month. i will say i am VERY thankful for the original stamp designs they put lots of effort into! as for a gel plate - yes! give it a try for the things i showed. use what you have! it makes creating fun. But for others, this tool may be just what they needed, as it was for me. :) happy crafting.
yes! i am glad you shared! yay for finding something that works for you!
Why do you feel the need to post just to say something derogatory? If you don’t like something that’s fine, not every product is for every person. Craft companies are businesses. The owners are normal people with families to support just like everyone else. I genuinely feel bad for you. Whatever you have going on, Jesus can help. He is the answer to every problem.
@@craftynikki6570 I too have been frustrated in the past about the high cost of craft tools that seem like they are copies of something much cheaper. But that is the great thing about reading the reviews of products and watching utube videos and looking at pinterest.
I don't have a grip mat like this...i do have other sticky mats but i find them a bit too sticky (and my cards end up all bendy) so I really like the look of this and these gorgeous stencils etc. Sadly, such is the power of Jennifer, that they've all sold out before I even saw the video!!! I hope they'll come back soon! Thank you for all the useful info and guidance.😊
Companies coming out with new products or tweaking old products is also important for innovation. Otherwise there would be no improvements. I love the analogy you make with cars and the grocery store. And we may not want to buy a particular product today, but maybe down the road we will buy the next version. Or a hybrid version.
I agree! I tend to be very much a watch and wait kind of shopper about many things. There is nothing wrong with watching and passing on or deciding to purchase a product later. We all have to do what is best for us. I think these mats check all of the boxes for a tool that will make crafting more fun for me and solve some issues I'm having so I will probably be purchasing one. And I appreciate how thorough and honest Jennifer is when she is sharing products!!! I appreciate that she is enthusiastic about supporting these very small businesses and it's obvious that the businesses appreciate her as well.
I really enjoyed watching your video during my lunch break. Yay for another amazing tool! I'm seeing lots of uses for Grip Mats for my MISTIs! Kudos to Nina!!! I'm a big fan of Postage Collage from Waffle Flower Crafts, and your ways of using it were brilliant! I really appreciate your supporting small businesses, especially those who keep trying to bring out innovative products for crafters. We are so lucky to have you in this papercrafting industry. Love you!
Jennifer, no one would expect you ever to promote anything for crafting without knowing that you gave it 110% test first. You are so well known in the crafting world that you say oh Jennifer Maguire, and everybody knows who you are, and we all know what you stand, for you are honest and sincere and a. Joy to watch and learn from. I agree I think people are very overwhelmed with so many tools coming out, and with the cost of everything in our world going up that sometimes I think people are overwhelmed. I’ll watch and see what the new tools are but I am one that says do I need it is it really going to make my life that much easier??? I think sticky mats are a great thing :-) but again, I think the cost of stamps going up dyes are getting outrageously, priced and bigger and better tools. It’s easy to get caught up in that I have to have or I need to have. I appreciate you always showing us the new tools and the new tricks, but most of all just watching you create beautiful cards is awesome. Tfs and God bless:)
Oh I am LOVING these grip mats! What I love the most is that they aren't disposable... just use it over and over with just a quick clean in between! Thanks Jennifer! I always appreciate that you show us new products! Even if it's not a product I need or want, It's still fun to see what's out there and how it works! :)
I appreciate you showing all of the new things. This video gave me an idea to try another product I have, but had long forgotten. It’s unfortunate that people feel that it is okay to post negative comments, saying things I’m sure they would never to a person’s face (although some would, I’m sure). Sadly, the amount of negativity is something I have noticed more and more lately. You handle that sort of thing with kindness and grace and it’s a beautiful thing.
WOWl Jennifer I have not seen these before, Thank you for the video. I can hardly wait to order a set.
Jennifer, I not only watch your videos because you’re so talented and explain things so well, but you are so extremely kind! Thank you for another great video!
So true too 😢
I feel quite brilliant because after watching a few videos from the Waffle Flower channel, I ordered the 8.5”x6.5” sticky mat plus the Christmas stencils and postage stamp dies. Now I know I made the right choice after devouring this very informative video. Thanks so much for all the testing you do, behind the scenes, with new products before you demo them for us.🥰
This video is very informative & I appreciate the kind way you addressed the issue of folks being overwhelmed by all the 'new' stuff. I also got the 8.5x6.5 mat. One thing you didn't mention is that even with the same type of product category, some work better for people than others. I've got a disability (wheelchair user, with a bit of dexterity issues in my hands) There are some blending brushes I find really difficult to hold. I can't manage the Tim Holtz glass mat; it's too big & too heavy. And as much as I want a glimmer machine, I am not going to get one until I can try it out & see if I can manage the plate & not put myself at risk of burning myself. Just some examples! Not every tool is for everyone.
such a good point and i am sorry i didn't mention it! hugs!
@@jennifermcguireink You're so sweet. I almost deleted my comment as I was afraid it sounded rude, which wasn't my intent. It is just a topic that often gets missed.
Thank you so very much for sharing your thoughts,techniques and ideas for these great products. I have been following you for a very long time and I appreciate your honesty and integrity. You are a fantastic teacher and l have learned so much from you. I agree with everything you said about reviewing products and giving love to small businesses Please continue to do what you do. I believe it is needed and I also believe you are one of the best to continue educating. A giant hug 🫂 to you Jennifer. Be well and take care.
Thank you for this very thorough walk-through of this new product line. I appreciate you using the word grip rather than sticky and being very clear that there are times when you may need additional tape or a magnet to use this.
You started this "sticky mat craze" and look what has happened! 🤣
Thank you for your thoughts regarding new products, in general and your honesty about these new tools, specifically-- I trust your recommendations!
Jennifer, you did a fantastic job explaining the new tools and the value each might present depending on the kind of stamper you are
Thanks much!
Totally agree and thought you spoke very well Jennifer with relation to the new products that companies are always coming out with. It amazes me that it frustrates people so much. That's life. No one forces you to buy them all. Pick and choose - that's the joy of it and it's just one of the things I love about paper crafting😍
Jennifer, I love your videos and the cards you create. I love what you said about all the products that are coming to market. I really admire your integrity. I am one of those people who have sometimes complained about so many products, but always in private. I try not to publicly criticize anything. As you mentioned no one is obligated to buy every new item. It’s an individual decision. (I know it’s hard sometimes. 😊) Anyway, great cards and information.
you are a class act, my friend!
It can be overwhelming all the new products that are coming out, especially the unique tools that are new to the market. For us long time crafters it can feel like they keep reinventing the wheel, but we have to remember there are new people coming into the craft and stamping world that have never seen these things and are needing tools and products to get started. I still use some of my older tools that have good use left in them and don’t purchase new stuff until i have a need. It’s hard though, because all these products are so compelling and it’s hard to choose! Thanks for helping us navigate the industry with helpful insight and your ingenious engineering mind!
I had all but given up on paper crafting after being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (in my hands and wrist mostly) in 2016 but thanks to all of the tools that make things easier for us crafters with limitations, I am back to crafting all the time! I own many Waffle Flower tools and they are top notch, along with all of their products. Something as simple as grip, which I no longer have, can keep me crafting for hours. Thank you!
Looking for the glue gun, that holds the bottle of glue.😊
So well said. I think these new things give us flexibility and choice in our crafting. And I think sometimes people forget that businesses do need to make money to survive, they aren't just trying to gouge us. Imagine a world without them... No thank you.
Hi Jennifer! I so love your wit, humor and good old fashioned common sense! People don't have to purchase if they don't want to, but this is exactly what I've been hoping for! I also LOVE that you can throw a sticky mat on top of the Grip Mat (in the coordinating correct size Misti) and it holds the sticky mat still! It drove me crazy that my sticky mat jumped around ever so slightly! I bought a couple sizes of these Waffle Flower Grip Mats because with my neuropathy, I need all the help I can get holding things still! Hugs to you from MN!
YES! thank you! email me via my website - i would love to send yo a card :)
I, too, was so excited to see these for the Misti.
Thank you, Jennifer, for another inspirational and informative video. I appreciate your demonstrating new items, not only so I can see them in action, but also because I am not typically aware of what's new. Keep up the great work!
You have always been my go to artist for all things card making. Thank you for all you do for all of us that
enjoy your amazing talent and all the work you do to help us understand the use of so many items.
So grateful for you.
My thanks for taking the time to test and review all the new tools and products! I am always curious whether or not the item in question suits my crafting style, needs, or budget. I find your videos inspirational. I learn something new or a new way to consider things in my stash each time I watch. For that I am grateful. Please keep up the good work.
Thank you Jennifer for your inspiration & thoughts. I have seen lots of videos on hot foiling, the stamp wheel, the letterpress, I see the beautiful cards made but I can see they are not for me. The price of bigger items here in Australia also a consideration. I have a few sticky mats & my Waffle flower silicone stencil mat with the corner which cover my current needs. I do have to say the aud$170 for the Tim holtz rotary cutter after much thought is a definite winner, no regrets at all. This new grip mat will go into my memory bank as a maybe in the future.
Thanks so much for this video and how informative you are . I mostly appreciate the reminder that if what I have works, I don’t need to buy every new item that comes in the market. And as always, I just love every card you make!
Oh, my goodness! You comment about brushing the tiny pieces onto the floor made me laugh so much! Thanks, I needed that.
You explain everything so clearly. Thank you.
You are so good with words! You always give us the pros for getting a new product AND options we have on hand that might serve the same purpose until we want to try the new ones or have the option to splurge. You are an angel to the industry and us your students! Thank you so so much.
I love the positivity of your videos.
I have found your recommendations to be excellent.
Thank you for taking the time to try these things first so we don’t have so many product fails.
I totally appreciate your time and effort.❤
Brilliant idea to use the clear carrier to test the stamp placement! Wow!! Agree with the new products, thank heaven the craft businesses do the hard work and research to come up with helpful things. Of course, we can’t buy everything. Have to be selective. Thank you for your videos!!!
I love and appreciate not only that you are a brilliant card maker but also an amazing human! Thank you for both!
I appreciate your honesty and taking the time to explain the reason behind new tools rolling out. You are absolutely correct too. As I am still navigating the different brands and tools, I need to find the ones that are going to work best for me and what I need. I appreciate all the different businesses for their ideas and their hard work. Thank you!
Great, thorough review! The new sticky mats look like they will work well for me and I’m excited to use them. I appreciate the effort these crafty companies put in to new products. When I watched the Waffle Flower video for these, I could tell a lot of thought was put into the design of this product. I also love the stencils and die you show in this video. Your cards are beautiful, as usual.
😮 Oooo,... and here I was thinking I had enough crafting tools. 😊 😂 Thanks for sharing this video with us.
Thanks for sharing about this new tool, Jennifer! I haven’t gotten one of the photopolymer mats yet, but can see how they would come in very handy. I really appreciate how thoroughly you test new things and all the ideas you share for how crafters can use them! It’s like “stretching your supplies.”
Your Mac and cheese comment was so funny. I was at the store today looking for pasta and passed all the different Mac and cheese products!
very nice presentation. you said it well .i pass on anything that doesn't speak to me. i do want this product, i have been waiting for this. Jennifer, you have probably already thought of this, but I can see how wonderful this mat will help with reverse stamping too. Thanks for all that you do.
This is why I watch your videos! I had not seen any of these items yet. You showed me several ways to overcome some of the problems I have been having in alignment, stamping tool, and stencils. Stamping since 1999 and over 75 I need to spend only on items I know will help me in more ways than one. THANK YOU.
I love this video, thanks, Jennifer! I get what you're saying about not feeling like we have to have everything that is put out there in the crafting world. I know that I have to pick and choose what I really know I will use. For instance, I have decided not to get into foiling or letterpress. I have a ton of dies and several die-cutting machines. I don't feel like I can justify buying any more expensive products. If I want something foiled, I will use deco foil and my Minc machine, and I'm happy with that. I love that you show the new products and how to use them, and all of your wonderful ideas. I have been stamping for over 25 years, so you can imagine all of the things I have! At my age (68), I know I feel like I need to use what I have and limit myself to purchasing stamps and dies. Thanks for all you do!
Jennifer, you’re a wonderful teacher and you always inspire me! Of course I had to preorder several of these new products from Waffle Flower because they are so well thought out. I also love that you never share products you don’t care for. I’m impressed that you could say “grip” and “grid” so frequently and always got it right!
TFS, Joan Kappers
I was thinking the same thing about all the times Jennifer said grip and grid.
My goodness you truly are the queen of details. I love that about you and all your reasoning behind why and how you do something. That is my personality too! It is as if you know how I process so I don’t have to ask the question!! You must be exhausted after you do a video after that much talking and details. Thank you for sharing, being you and keep being the queen of videos.
I appreciate your comment about not buying every new item that comes out. I raised my family on an island with very little brand choice in anything. I just bought the same thing every time and life was easy. When I came to the US, I was so overwhelmed in the grocery that we just ate out most of the time. Until a kind man on a plane said he’d fix that for me. On a barf bag he wrote me a standard grocery list including the brand name of each item. I just bought the brands on his list for a very long time! Even now, I don’t look at all the possibilities. Even in crafting. Thank you for pointing out what should be obvious but really is hard.
Thank you for showing the new products. I like that you don't necessarily encourage us to buy them if we already have things in our stock that work pretty much the same way.
I agree with everything you said, it's just that (not just with crafts) America is a country that offers so many options that this presents a level of stress because we all must determine what the best options are for us - and we're never really sure if our decisions are the best ones (they are presented daily). This has shown itself to be a stress factor in US. I actually first noticed this when I moved back from France...the double row of potato chip choices at the US grocery store was a surprising example of the number of choices American's have in comparison to other places. All that said, you expressed wonderful tips to reduce that stress and to help us to NOT get overwhelmed. You're the very best of the best, and I will always choose watching your content - no matter how many other options there are on TH-cam 😄!
This video was amazing. You answered so many questions that were so informational and I learned so much. Please don’t stop your live videos,you are so well informed and such a sweet person. We all love you.
Thanks, Jennifer, for showing us many of the uses for these sticky mats. I watched Nina’s video regarding these a day or two ago and became quite excited about this mat. I ordered several today and can’t wait for them to arrive. I have much respect for your opinion and appreciate the time you take to examine and play with the various new releases as they come out. I agree that we don’t necessarily don’t need every item that is introduced, but some are must haves. Have a blessed day and thank you for all you do!
Thank you for showing us what products can do, and for always being kind and positive.
I really like the idea of the grip mats for the Original Misti and the Mini Misti, which are the two I use the most. Even with a 'regular' sticky mat in my Misti I have to tape the mat and the pad so they don't shift, but with this system I won't have to do that anymore. Great job demonstrating these new products from Waffle Flower! Thanks, Jennifer!
These are looking like the answer to my search for the most useful sticky-style mats! Have already ordered and am looking forward to the package arriving! Thank you for ALL your hard work, honest reviews and the positive attitude that you share. I always find your videos, and classes, uplifting, engaging and inspiring…even when a specific tool may not be for my craft room, it is still interesting to learn about them. And you often offer alternatives that may already be in my stash. You are a very appreciated, and trusted, resource in our creative community! Thank you so much Jennifer!🧑🏼🎨
Thank you for sharing your ideas and cards. I love seeing new products come to market in the paper crafting industry, especially new tools. Some I need immediately, some later on, and some just aren’t for me. Of course, some of those I end up needing after I see an awesome way to use them (paper pouncers with white pigment and embossing inks, for example). I don’t understand why people get upset about more options?! If you don’t want it, don’t buy it, but don’t hate on others who do like it.
This is the coolest thing I've seen in quite awhile. So nice to have something new to play with! Love it
I love your review videos. I watch them and then I know whether I need it for my type of crafting or not. I can easily see if I’ll use the item or not. No you don’t need everything…and we don’t have time to craft with everything. I love new products and options.
Loved this video for all the reasons you created it! Your words were so well said! Thank you for all you do for the crafting industry and us!
Thanks for this review, it helps when deciding if a new tool is right for me. I've actually had something like this for years, just never thought to use it to hold my stencils down. It's a 6x6 clear stamp mat from Purple Onion Designs meant for holding unmounted rubber stamps. Will definitely be testing it to see if it can do double duty 😉
Hi Jennifer - this is such a helpful introduction. As someone relatively new to card making, your authenticity is incredibly helpful when it comes to figuring out what tools are right for me. Thanks for such a thoughtful review and your overall approach to this sort of thing!
You are right up there with Laura on Garden Answer when it comes to integrity, high praise from me !
❤ I appreciate what you’re saying Jennifer because for me I have been making cards since 2008. I love new tools I love things that make making cards easier , but honestly I feel like there’s so many people on design teams that just try and sell sell sell. everything that they say is “I just love love love this product it’s my favorite thing , I can’t live without it 😢
The feeling is they say those things to make you buy the product? and it gets to the point where you don’t really believe a lot of what they’re trying to sell you. I love how you said that you would not put something on your channel unless you truly believed in it. Thank you for all of your hard work and I know it’s hard work.😊
I like this product. Just the mat, no need for confusing wheel type product. Most of us will appreciate having the sticky surface to hold our card stock. Also it’s affordable to boot.
Thank you! I began my card making journey while researching stamping my own paper for scrapbooking. I stumbled across two amazing teachers right away: you and Tim Holtz. Years later, you are still my inspiration. Thank you for the quiet time spent creating along with your videos. ❤
I like that most of there products are made in the U.S.A. I feel it’s very very important to purchase all items made in our country. If we want to keep our stores open and our country going buy American.
You provided a clear description of the grip mats. You helped clear up some questions. The cards are adorable. Thank you for testing new tools for. us. I appreciate your honest opinions.
Thank you Jennifer for showing and explaining. This looks more appealing to me than the new Altenew stamp tool, because I can combine it with the stamp tool I already have and I guess the price point looks better.
Well done Jennifer! Well spoken and gracious.your videos, tutorials, and suggestions are invaluable to me! I’m grateful 😊 Darla 😊
I absolutely LOVE watching you try new crafting things. It really helps me to decide if I want it/need or not. I also don't purchase them right away. I wait to make sure it's something that I could really use it.
Awesome! Thank you!
I appreciate you taking the time to go in so much detail and give so many tips and examples!
Another great video! Loved the products you demo’s and the cards you made with them!
This video was so helpful in deciding what I need to get as far as a gripmat and the way to use it. Thanks so much for helping us all use our products effectively.
Really love your statements about options and the small businesses that work to help us play better!
I bet this would also be an awesome way to get reverse stamping done. I love this new tool. Versatile!
Thanks again Jennifer-I think this is the tool I have been waiting for I have not bought a sticky mat yet so will be looking into these. Wondering if you could use these mats like a gel plate for various techniques
Guess why they are completely smooth? ;) Let's give the creators more time to test the mats and share their creative ideas!
Yes ! A gel plate, that's what I thought when I first saw this mat ! This mat looks very useful for stencilling en stamping. Maybe for printing too ?
@@Waffleflowercrafts Also mirror image stamping!
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I like the stencils they are all so colorful and u get many designs in one stencil. Love ❤️
When I first saw this tool used,I was very excited. It seems I’ve shied away from stenciling,it felt cumbersome and I worried about proper placement.
I feel lucky that I ordered the 6.5 x 8.5 because the other mats were out of stock.
Lately I’ve been creating with colored cardstock and dies more than stamping for a variety. But ink blending and stamping are my other favorites. I’m grateful I haven’t used my new sticky mat before watching your awesome video! ( can’t wait to stencil now! 😊). Thank you Jennifer for a super helpful & fun video! 😊
I love how you share the products that you love to use. And, you are so right about a product that doesn’t work for you-it doesn’t mean it a terrible product, it just means that for how you do things it doesn’t work. I have a group of ladies that I retreat with every year. During that retreat we experiment with each others “stuff”. It’s amazing how similar and yet how different we do things. It’s a lot of fun.
I love the postage cards. Thanks for showing the techniques with the Waffle Flower products. I’m pretty sure they are going on my wish list!😊
Yea! I already ordered the size you recommended. I do a lot of stenciling and hope that it will be a great help for holding everything in place. That's for the tips!
Jennifer - thank you for addressing this topic. I get so frustrated by crafters complaining about new products as if it is a conspiracy to get our money and I don’t believe that is the case! I love seeing new ideas and options but I never feel like I have to buy everything even when I buy it because I tell myself I need it, lol! We have options and we have free will. We should use our adult brains to decide what we want to buy. I really enjoy crafting especially in the paper crafting space but I get really tired of people complaining. I love the Mac N Cheese example! Thank you from one Ohio crafter to another😊
Jennifer, you are crafty brilliance! Thanks for your videos.
Thank you for such detail information! Your videos are always informative & fun to watch! I love this new stamp & postage stamp- love the look, would love to receive, but I know in my life right now, I would probably never get to use much just b/c of the busyness of my life-so videos like this really help!😊
I sincerely appreciate the detail you provide as new tools and products are introduced. I think for me this may be the answer to my layering stamp dilemma. As easy as layering stamps proclaim to be, 99% of the time they are a fail for me which is a shame - there are so many that are absolutely beautiful when the results as intended are achievable with minimal effort. If only said layering stamps were as simple as the many features added to stencils these days and multi-stamp and die cut products. Beautiful cards and of course I now want all the things.
Such a useful and helpful tutorial for the grip mats! Many thanks!!! (Beautiful card inspiration as well!)
I had already seen Waffle Flower’s video so I was excited to see yours. I thought you spoke very well about these small companies. They must innovate and come out with new products to stay relevant, just like any business, especially in this economy. Customers will buy what works for them and that’s that. This product looks interesting for me, as an alternative to the sticky mat, which I sometimes find a bit too sticky for really delicate stencils. So this would be a nice addition. And your cards are gorgeous! I love that whole mail stamp concept from WF. very creative. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for all the helpful tips. I find using a white glass mat works better for me as I can see ink colours and use it for smooshing too! 😀
These sticky mat's have drawn my attention. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on them. I love tour cards. I think this bundle is so versatile and can be used in so many ways. I think this set make a great set to ask for my birthday.
All the products are so well thought out. 👍
Thank you for giving your honest opinions. I have the Brutus monroe sticky grid, but I like to try new tools and this looks a good one. Thanks Jennifer love all your videos 😊
Thank you Jennifer for all your updates on new products & techniques. Have a safe day!
Jennifer, can you tell where you got the t-ruler? It looks perfect for a measuring-challenged person like me!
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Thank you, Jennifer, for your detailed instructional videos! You are my “go to gal” for new product. 😀
Excellent video for using the Waffle Flower Grip Mat.
I really liked this demonstration. It's very helpful in deciding what to get or get you thinking what you can substitute that you already have. I like that they come out with new things, it's inspiring for me. Nothing to prevent us from finding cheaper alternatives like makeup brushes. I know they refine the process when making these tools so that they may work a little better or a lot better. Having dedicated tools is helpful though. I bought a large black grip gridded silicone mat and a smaller plain white one. Still I like these too and they are obviously very useful. Your demonstrations are so thorough and full of creative inspiration.
LOL! Leaving a trail of paper dots so everyone knows where you are is too funny Jennifer!
Thanks for this information! I like this WF sticky mat much better than my old super sticky mat, and the 6x6” mat fits perfectly in my We R Memory Keepers Precision Press!
Thank you for your video. I appreciate you taking the time to think outside the box to show us more ways to use our products! You answered the questions I had about the grip mat and plan to preorder one for my mom and I. Have a wonderful weekend!😊
Thank you for showing all the ways you can use these mats. X
Thank you, Jennifer!
Since these are polymer, they could possibly be ideal for reverse stamping for larger stamps. You had probably already thought of that, perhaps you could try it for us, please? 😘🤩
yes i will!
I ordered the bundle and the mat after I saw your video. It was back ordered and I just received them. Your videos are ALWAYS so helpful snd your card designs are ALWSYS AMAZING! BTW-You are fabulous with words! Your explanations were spot on! THANK YOU for sharing all your creativity and knowledge with us!!
Thank you so much for all your help… can’t wait until the mats are available!
I just got my grip mat and didn't think about using the packaging for a mask! Love that helpful hint! Thanks for sharing!
Great video. Fantastic new product. Love your cards. Thank you.