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I like seeing what other crafters keep at the ready. It tells you a lot about how they actually work. In a previous post, I shared what I keep in my resin kit. This post follows that trend.

When I first started, I only bought things when I needed them. Then I bought the wrong material for a project and it just sat there. Eventually I made something just to use it, and now it’s one of my go-tos.

So this isn’t everything I own. It’s just what I keep reaching for.

Rhinestones I Actually Trust (Sunscrystals 6ss)

This is more for me than anyone else, but I always keep a stash of 6ss rhinestones. I just like tiny things.

My favorite rhinestones, aside from Swarovski, are Suns Crystal Rhinestones. The quality is so consistent it almost makes me emotional.

I’m working on a project right now where I’m trying to use what I already have. I pulled out rhinestones I bought online years ago, and for every one I place, two have issues with shape or color. It slows everything down.

Good consistency matters more than I thought. I’m lucky Suns Crystal is close to me, so I usually just get them in person.

Why I Always Have Mod Podge

This was an accidental staple.

I was helping someone with a project and they asked for matte Mod Podge. I bought four jars of glossy because they were on sale. I didn’t even realize there were different finishes.

They sat for about a year.

Then I decided to make ornaments for my Kawaii Christmas Tree, and that’s when I figured out how I like to glitter things. Now I always have it.

Cheap Tools That Actually Work (Wax Pencils)

I’m not here to define what “cheap” is, but compared to other rhinestone tools, these are.

I lost my Crystal Katana and haven’t replaced it yet, but I have plenty of wax pencils. They pick up stones easily, don’t get weird and fuzzy, and place things where I want them.

They can leave a little residue, but once everything is dry, I just wipe it off. Not a big deal.

B-7000 Adhesive vs E6000 (First Impressions)

This is the newest thing I keep on hand.

I’ve always been an E6000 person, but I had the chance to try B-7000 adhesive so I went for it. I kept seeing it on TikTok and assumed it was just a knockoff.

The applicator tip changed my mind immediately.

It’s more liquid, easier to control, and I’m pretty sure I work about 50% faster with it. I haven’t fully tested the hold yet, but in terms of usability, it’s already winning.

Conclusion

I’m realizing I’m more resistant to trying new things than I thought.

I’ll set a budget for a project and then refuse to spend $3 on something that would make my life easier. It’s stubborn, honestly.

I’m trying to pay more attention to what I actually use and whether it makes the process better.