My Go-To Cardmaking Supplies

This page contains the exact tools and supplies I personally use in my craft room. If I lost everything and had to start over, this is what I would buy again.

⭐ Most Used Supplies (Shop My Craft Room)

👉 Start Here: My Top 10 Cardmaking Essentials

Platinum 6 Die Cutting Machine – The Tool I use almost every day – nothing in my craftroom gets more use.
ColorWheel Cardstock – The only cardstock I consistently reach for – 48 colors makes matching effortless.
Large Die of the Month Kit – If you love variety and value, this kit never disappoints
Hero Arts Inks – My go-to inks for blending and stamping – reliable and vibrant every time.
Blending Brushes – Color-coded brushes make blending faster and frustration-free.
Adhesive (Bearly Glue + Best Ever Craft Tape) – a fine-tip liquid glue + best tape for holding dies.
Nesting Dies (Infinity Dies) – I use these on almost every card for frames, layers, and structure.
Embossing Folder – the easiest way to add instant texture and elevate even the simplest card
Enamel Dots / Gems – My favorite finishing touch—small detail, big impact.
Craft Stax (Organization Tool) -Keeps my die cuts organized while I work (I use these on almost every project)

From here, I expand into techniques like foiling, BetterPress, and mixed media.

✂️ Core Tools I Use Frequently:

Misti Stamp Positioner – My must have stamping tool
BetterPress System – A great addition for the intermediate cardmaker
Glimmer Hot Foil System – I love adding foil and shine to projects
Scout Die Cutting Machine – Portable and great for crafting on the go

🧰 Helpful Crafting Tools:

Die Storage Magnetic Pockets Regular – 5 x 7″ Small – 4 x 5″
Pick Up Tool – Essential for placing gems and small die cuts
Handy Holder Organizer – sits front and center on my desk and keeps my most used tools close and organized.

🎨 Mixed Media Essentials

These are the supplies I reach for when I want to add texture, layers, and a more artistic feel to my cards.

Stencils:

Stamps:

Texture & Layers

Hero Arts Reactive Inks – Water Reactive Inks are so important in mixed media.
Texture paste – Adds the best texture to projects.
Palette knife – I have several, but this is my favorite
Rub-On Transfers – A great easy layer to add