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Craft Hack

 How many times have you seen something and said to yourself, "I can make that?" 

Recently, I was using my stencils to create some layouts in my planner. I noticed that I would hold the stencil down so hard, so it wouldn't move, that I would get a cramp in my hand. While shopping online I saw this cool tool that was a craft board with a magnetic ruler. I couldn't believe how this tool would be great for what I needed. I quickly put it in my shopping cart, but didn't purchase it right away.

The next day, while I was thinking about the tool in my shopping cart, I noticed a cute metal board I had in my craft room. I looked at the sign and realized that this would be perfect as a metal board for my stenciling. I ran around the house looking for magnets that would hold my stencil and paper down and not have to worry about cramps in my hand. Unfortunately, I didn't find the magnets. So I went to the nearest hardware store and found what I was looking for.

I got home and tried out my new tool. I was thrilled. My stencil and paper stayed in place. I didn't have cramps in my hand. And, best of all, I saved money. I used what I already had along with a small $3.99 purchase, and I was able to create something that worked for me. I was so excited and I love my new stencil holding tool.

Always see what the new tools are out there, but also look around your craft room, basement, garage, etc. and see if you can find something that will work as well and save you money.

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