Figuring out the best craft supplies to make paper crafts can be overwhelming. This post will break down the best paper craft supplies to stock your craft room. These supplies are a great way to get started if you’re new to crafting. They are also great additions to your craft room if you’re an avid crafter.
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Craft Supplies Paper
Of course, paper is among the most essential paper craft supplies. I recommend stocking up on various craft supplies paper based on the types of paper crafts you plan to make. Different types of paper will suit different craft projects. For example, you may want to select a thicker cardstock for card making but if you are folding origami a thinner paper will work best.
1. White cardstock
White cardstock is a basic essential to have on hand. It makes a great base for cards and other types of paper crafts. When selecting a cardstock, you can look at the weight of the paper to gauge how thick it will be. I recommend using a 100-110 lb cardstock for a card base to give it a strong foundation and professional feel.
2. Patterned paper
I also recommend keeping various patterned paper on hand as well. Because this will give you flexibility to play with different colors and patterns in your craft projects. You can use it for card making, scrapbooking, and all kinds of paper crafts.
3. Specialty paper
Depending on the types of paper crafts you like to make, I would also recommend stocking up on some special paper as well. For example, if you like printmaking I recommend this Strathmore printing paper. You can also get paper for:
Paper Craft Supplies: Cutting tools
When stocking up on essential paper craft supplies, you’ll need some kind of cutting tool for most paper craft projects. There are a lot of options for cutting tools. To determine which ones will work best for you, keep in mind the type of paper crafts you like to make and your budget.
4. Scissors
One of the most basic paper craft tools you’ll want to have on hand is a good pair of scissors.
5. Paper trimmer
If you do a lot of paper crafting, I also recommend investing in a paper trimmer so you can cut multiple sheets of paper at a time and get accurate straight cuts.
6. X-Acto knife
For making more precise, fine cuts I also recommend keeping an X-Acto knife on hand as well. If you’re using an X-Acto knife, you’ll also want to get a cutting mat to protect your table underneath.
7. Scoring board
If you like to make greeting cards, I would also recommend a paper trimmer with a scoring board. Scoring paper is a great way to make a professional looking fold. It will also help you avoid the paper from cracking where it’s folded.
8. Cricut
If you want to make more precise paper craft designs, I would also recommend investing in a Cricut machine. It can be a really fun way to experiment with paper crafts like card making. I have a Cricut Joy, and I find it to be really helpful for making unique card designs.
Paper Craft Supplies: Adhesive
Another essential type of paper craft supplies is adhesive. Just like paper and cutting tools, different adhesives will work best depending on the type of paper craft you are making.
9. Craft glue
This craft glue is really versatile and can be used for a lot of paper craft projects.
10. Hot glue gun
I also use my hot glue gun a lot when crafting. This type of adhesive works well for when you need a more heavy duty hold or if you are working with embellishments.
11. Glue stick
For a more affordable option if you are just starting out with crafting, I think a standard glue stick works great for basic paper crafts.
Those are the best paper craft supplies to stock your craft room
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