List of Craft Items Everyone Should Have

Everyone was in resounding agreement that scissors are by far the most important craft supply you need to have on hand. The recommendation was to have a pair for paper (like the standard orange handled) and a pair for fabric.

I personally swear by Fiskars Titanium scissors. I'm about to sound like an "As Seen on TV" ad, but I'm serious - these are the best scissors I've ever used. I've had my current pair for years. Nothing gets stuck to them and they are still sharp!

Continuing the scissors theme - larger scissors can cut out larger items, but when you're getting down to the nitty gritty, they struggle in small areas. If you're cutting out items with more detail, you'll be glad you have these in your craft supplies.

Want to glue embellishments to a picture frame? Or maybe you want to glue ribbon around the top of the vase you just decorated! These are just two of the many, many uses for craft glue.

My personal favorite is Aleene's. I store it upside on my desk in a cup so that the glue is always ready to roll when I need it. And note: I really like the Quick Dry formula, because I'm impatient.

Everyone agreed that while you definitely need craft glue as part of your stash, E-6000 needs to be on your list of craft items as well. Craft glue is water soluble to a certain extent.

E-6000 is not. And it is very strong. For example, you can glue clear beads on glass with E-6000. Craft glue isn't strong enough for that.

Why not use E-6000 on everything? Because it is more expensive (because it's stronger) and it has an odor. I only use it when craft glue won't do the job.

That doesn't mean I don't like E-6000, because I do. But no need to over do it. Use the right tool for the right job!

Yes, there are kind of a lot of adhesives in crafting! Hot glue is another one of them. Unlike liquid glue, it attaches things quickly and doesn't need dry time. I like to attach felt to things with hot glue too - it doesn't bleed through.

My favorite glue guns are Surebonder and I have the cordless. It seems to have a smaller nozzle so it doesn't string as much. Finger covers are also great to use with a glue gun to prevent finger burns.

I know it might seem biased but crafters said Mod Podge is a necessity, even without my input! Learn what Mod Podge is here. You can use it for the craft of decoupage, which is great for beginners.

Use the Mod Podge formula guide to determine which one you need, as there are several different kinds.

Craft paint is one of my favorite things to purchase because who doesn't love COLOR! I'd say get some basic colors to begin with . . the colors of the rainbow . . . to add to your craft supplies.

Then you can expand from there as needed depending on projects. You'll paint everything from glass to paper mache to wood with craft paint!

Note that crafters also mentioned chalk paint as a favorite as well. It's got a ultra matte finish and works (no prep) on a variety of surfaces.

Once you get your paint and Mod Podge, you're going to need some brushes. Some people use foam brushes; I personally prefer soft bristled brushes.

Be sure to keep your brushes clean with mild soap and water or brush cleaner. And while you're at it, you can get a water bin if you want.

These are also called foam pouncers, and they are an important craft supply! They are great for making polka dots, as well as for stippling paint onto jars (giving it a little bit of texture).

I also swear by these for glass paint. You'll find them in my painting on glass guide.

I'm always using tools for craft projects. Sometimes you need to unscrew things, or screw things in, or hit things. I know - technical speak. A tool set has everything you need like wire cutters, and pliers, and sometimes a measuring tape!

You might be wondering what a beauty tool is doing on this list - but you wouldn't believe how many crafters said a hair dryer is an essential!

You can dry paint more quickly - as well as Mod Podge. You can heat things up to make them more pliable (clay). Get a cheapie one for the craft room. You can also use a heat gun.

You can decoupage with it, fold it to make cards, punch it out - paper is definitely a craft supply mentioned over and over again. Some people say cardstock, some say construction paper, and several said both.

The nice thing is that both Amazon and retail stores have variety packs which can get you started out with your paper collection quite nicely.

You bought your cardstock, now you need something to cut it quickly! Yes - you can use scissors. But paper cutters are nice for cutting straight lines (and precisely).

When you have a bunch of printables or printed photos to cut out, a paper cutter is your best friend. Keep those blades sharp!

Just like glues, there are a variety of cutting tools in the crafting world. Besides what I've already shown you, you're going to need an X-Acto knife and mat for cutting on.

It's amazing what you'll cut with your knife - felt, details in paper, washi tape that overlaps an edge . . . there are so many things! You can also cut curves with a craft knife. Do this by moving the paper around the curve, while holding the knife in place.

A ruler is a no brainer for crafting, even with a tape measure. Because, you're going to need to draw some straight lines at some point. Or measure a flat surface.

I like the clear acrylic ruler because you can use it with your craft knife and mat. AND you can see what's under it, which helps with patterns.

I don't know about you, but I have fumbly fingers. That's why I always have tweezers in my craft supplies! They're one of those craft items you'll find yourself using more than you think.

You can use them for beading and jewelry making, diamond painting, decoupaging with small items, scrapbooking, and more.

You won't believe how often you'll use pins, thread, and needles in NON-sewing projects! Every crafter has a sewing kit in their stash, at least this is what they tell me.

A tape measure might come in your sewing kit, depending on which one you get. But, I always lose that one. You'll need a flexible tape measure for sewing projects as well as measuring round items.

Every crafter loves glitter, even when they hate it. I use glitter during the holidays, and sometimes even during the year! Whether you sprinkle it on things or mix it into Mod Podge, you'll inevitably want a good selection of glitter in your crash stash.

They come in a variety of sizes and styles, Sharpie markers do. I'm a big fan of their regular markers for drawing and coloring, and the paint markers (especially the oil based ones) are super awesome.

I have tried the generic markers and paint markers, and I find Sharpie to be superior. I don't skimp because it has cost me in the long run a few times!

There are a lot of good reasons to use a sander, even on unfinished wood. Frequently the inexpensive wood from craft stores can be a little rough and needs help.

Also if you're planning on refinishing items from the thrift store or Goodwill, which a lot of crafters do, this makes life so much easier.

I can't believe so many crafters said they use tracing paper - I thought it was just me!

It can be used to sketch, draw, trace, layer, and more. I tend to use it for patterns, or to trace an item so I can cut paper for decoupage. It really comes in handy!

I always think to myself that I don't need ribbon, and then I always need ribbon. Because when a craft project needs a little extra something, it's typically ribbon.

I use it for trimming things, whether it be for sewing or a craft. I also use it to hang ornaments, make hair bows . . . a little bit of everything. Ribbon always comes in handy!

It was no surprise to see Scotch tape on peoples' list of craft items! Tape is good for everything paper related, and for wrapping gifts of course. It's also good for taping patterns together. I use double stick tape all the time in cardmaking.

Crafters use painter's tape for so many different things. Obviously painting is one of them (get my guide to painting straight lines). I also use it for keeping paper together temporarily (since it's removable).

This is a craft supply that I actually don't use! But enough people said it that i put kraft notebooks on here. They use them to decorate and of course, keep ideas and plans in. And patterns. And clippings.

I use scrap paper to jot down ideas, but I should probably use a notebook. This is a great idea.