Comments on: Tool Time - Sponges

By: Anne

Anne — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:56:38 +0000

I was wondering what kind of sponges you use. Just tried this and my sponges I used (purchased at the local SS) are very porous and came out looking very blotchy. I’m going to try to find some cheapo’s at the dollar store and try them. I’ll try to remember to keep rubbing in a circular motion!

Love your tutorials!

By: Donna Lee

Donna Lee — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:46:26 +0000

I can’t seem to find these at any of the Dollar Tree stores in Delaware.
Are they still making them? The only foam ones I can find from Scrub Buddies have a hard scrubbing surface on one side and come in a 6 pack. I wonder if you can cut thru that hard stuff with scissors?

By: Joy

Joy — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:39 +0000

Absolutely love the idea about the sponges at the $ store. I did find the wedges at Dollar Tree in the makeup department. The ones I got are called ‘Just For You’ Professional Cosmetic Wedges. 28 to a pack. White . I am going to try my first project w/ my brayer w/ one of your tutorials with these and if they don’t work well I will look for the ones you have shown above.

Thanks so much for your tutorials Michelle.

By: Marqaisa

Marqaisa — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 19:14:47 +0000

Michelle,
I love my SU sponges but don’t want to buy any more and want to find a more economical yet effective like the SU sponges. I use them over and over again. Thanks for letting your viewers know about this thrifty find and alternative to SU sponges. I tend to keep my sponges a long time until I can’t tell if the ink I just put on is on the sponge so mine has had a long life expectancy with me.

Thanks again.:)

By: Rosetta Jenkins

Rosetta Jenkins — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 17:22:25 +0000

I will be trying one of your tutorials soon!. However, when you sponge edges which is a favorite technique of mine, what is your technique? Sometimes I have problems with it. Should the sponges be wet? Please help. Thank you so much for you tutorials. I love them! You work is just breathtaking!

By: Tomi Jo

Tomi Jo — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 16:51:12 +0000

Girls, watch for items at garage sales. You can find most anything you want at these sales. My husband and I go on Thurs., Fri., and Sat., anytime weather permits.
Sometimes people just find they are not interested in “Crafting”. What? you say–yes some do- I cant’t imagine.
Thanks for your GREAT site.

By: Betty McCommon

Betty McCommon — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:55:26 +0000

I use the Stampin’ Up style sponges only I first used them for the original use, tack (saddles and bridles) cleaning sponges. I buy them by the dozen for $2.50 and cut them in six pieces. I find once they are dry, I can pretty much use them over in a different color, or at least same shade without a problem. I have a friend who uses them and after she gets to the last clean one, throws them in a lingere bag and washes them in the washer.
Just found your blog, great tutorials. I was looking for inspiration for a farewell card for my boss and I think I found it! Thanks.

By: zindorf

zindorf — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:16:57 +0000

Shirley asked “How do you get such even coverage though? Is there a trick you can share. When I sponge it gets kind of blotchy, heavy in area where I first apply and then less in others.”

Shirley, I try to say in the tutorials if I’m using a circular motion or streaking motion or pouncing motion. Using a circular motion will give you a smoother, more even coverage. Make sure you get lots of ink on the card stock. That where most people are unhappy with their work, not enough ink. The more ink you use the better things blend.

By: Shirley

Shirley — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:50:16 +0000

Thanks so much for the information. I will definitely try the Dollar Tree sponges.

How do you get such even coverage though? Is there a trick you can share. When I sponge it gets kind of blotchy, heavy in area where I first apply and then less in others.

By: ShariW

ShariW — Fri, 02 May 2008 20:23:30 +0000

Neat idea. I have a source for those round yellow sponges where I live, I get them for $.50 a piece and then cut them into 8 pieces. I rewash them until they start shredding (I do a lot edging of cards). A friend of mine gave me a pretty metal basket with things in and I was using it to put ornaments in at CHRISTmas, but decided to use it to store ALL of my small sponges. It is out on my Rockler tool box and all I have to do is turn around and voile I am ready to go.

I just found your blog and I’m not getting ANY work done because I’m so intrigued by your work. You are truly artistically blessed. Thanks for sharing all of this with us and for blessing my day. :)))))