card making, scrapbooking, cricut, and laser craft classes

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Beginner Card Making & Paper Crafting Supplies

Real products I actually use in my projects & organized by category so you can find what you need.

No fluff. These are products I have used while creating.

The most common question I am asked involves the products I have in my craft room. You all want to know what I really use.

Which beginner card making supplies are your favorite?

Do you recommend an ink for card making?

What is your favorite scrapbooking cardstock?

What Cricut tools do I really need?

So here it is. All of these are paper crafting supplies and tools that have personally used when I am creating my card, scrapbook pages, cutting machine projects and laser crafts. If it’s on this page, it’s earned its spot on my craft table. A few sections rotate as I discover new favorites, so check back often!

Beginner Starter Kit Paper Crafting Tools Stamping & Ink Cricut Laser Craft

Organization Design Creative Biz

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Card Making & Scrapbook Supplies for Beginners (Start Here)

If you’re just getting started, this is where I’d tell you to spend your money first. You don’t need everything at once. These are the beginner card making and scrapbook tools that get you started creating right away without overwhelming your budget.

Cricut Paper Trimmer

Paper Trimmer

this is a must-have for card making & scrapbooking

Scrapbpook.com tape runners

Tape Runner Adhesive

both refillable permanent & repositionable adhesives

12x12 white cardstock

White Cardstock

100lb cover is the base for cards & scrapbook layouts

fine detail scissors

Fine Detail Scissors

non-stick, fine tip, & sharp blades for fussy cutting

SBC adhesive foam tape

Foam Tape

adds dimension to any card or scrapbook page

Clean Up Cloths

great for stamp ink, paste, or spilled coffee

Beginner Tip: You don’t need to buy everything at once. Start with a trimmer, adhesive, and one ink pad. Add tools as you learn new techniques. Your supplies will grow naturally with your skills.

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Paper Crafting Tools I Use For Almost Every Project

These are the tools that live on my craft table permanently. I’ve used all of these in my video tutorials and replace them when they wear out. A few, I have multiples of just incase I lose on in the craft mayhem.

Stamping Platform

this is so much easier than using a stamping block

Craft Knife

precision cutting for projects & refillable

Glass Board

prevents damage on your desk, magnetic, & ruler

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Heat Tool

dual heat modes for heat embossing & drying

Die Cutting Machine

for using embossing folders & cutting with dies

Magic Mat

self healing mat that saves your die cutting plates

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My Current Stamping & Ink Favorites

Ink pads and stamp sets are the heart of card making. This section rotates as I discover new favorites. Check back often! Here’s what I’m reaching for right now.

Catherine Pooler Inks

Catherine Pooler Ink

solid stamping, water reactive, easy to blend

Ranger Distress Oxide Inks

Distress Oxide Inks

water reactive hybrid ink perfect for blending

Concord & 9th Mini Ink Pads

Concord & 9th

foam ink pad, dye based, acid free (I like the cubes)

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Clear Embossing Ink

clear ink for heat embossing projects

Amalgam Ink Pad Gina K

Amalgam Black Ink

for coloring projects with alcohol or water based

Olo Alcohol Markers

Olo Alcohol Markers

easy to store, consistent ink flow, refills available

Miss. Carrie’s Real Life Tip: You don’t need every ink pad color to create beautiful projects. Instead, start with a neutral set and a few warm or cool primary hues that you can blend to create new shades. To save money and space, begin with travel-sized cubes to test different formulas and pad styles before investing in a full-sized brand. This lets you discover what you truly enjoy. Trust me – your wallet with thank you.

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Craft Room Organization Supplies & Storage

An organized craft room means you actually craft more. I’ve tried a lot of storage solutions and here’s what actually works and what I’d buy again without hesitation.

Scrapbook.com - Craft Caddy - Multi-Pocket Organizer Tote

Craft Caddy

a perfect tote for beginners or crafting on the go

TOO - The Organized Option - 12 x 12 Handle-It

12×12 Organizer

for cardstock & pattern paper storage

We R A La Cart 3-Tier Rolling Cart for Craft Storage

Craft Cart

all supplies organized & roll it where you craft

Glassboard CraftCatcher (Set of 3) – Edge-Scoop Tray with Dual Funnel Corners & Gem Alignment Lines

Craft Catchers

clean up your paper scraps, sequins, & beads

Scrapbook.com - Stack-n-Sort Trays

Stack-n-Sort Trays

organize the stickers & die cut piece for each project

Carrying Case Compatible for Cricut Joy and Easy Press Mini, Tote Bag with Inner Divider for Joy Machine and Craft Tools, Bag Only, Dandelion

Cricut Joy Case

travel to crops or craft on vacation with your cricut

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Cricut Supplies & Tools I Recommend

I use my Cricut for card making, scrapbook layouts, home decor, and foil transfer projects. These are the tools and accessories that actually get used, not the ones collecting dust in a drawer.

Cricut Joy Xtra

Cricut Machine

watch my youtube video comparing the machines

cricut light grip mat

Light Grip Mat

better than standard grip for pattern paper & vellum

Solid Core Cardstock

cuts cleanly & you don’t see the white edges

Cricut Brayer Tool

Brayer Tool

prevent wrinkles in foil & vinyl when applying to mat

Placement Rulers

for lining up images on tees, bags, & layouts

cricut weeding tools

Basic Weeding Tool

easier to remove small cuts from paper or vinyl

Download My Cricut Foil Transfer Tips Guide

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Laser Craft Tools & Materials

Laser crafting is a growing part of my creative work, and I love how it pairs with paper crafting for gifts and home décor. If you’re curious about laser crafts, here’s what I’m working with.

Wecreate Lumo laser machine

Laser Machine

the Lumos works best for paper crafts & gifts

WeCreat AirGuard Ultra Fume Extractor

Fume Extractor

odor & particle absorption while laser crafting

50 Pack Basswood Sheets for Crafts,12"x12"x1/8" 3mm Thick Plywood Sheets with Smooth Surfaces-Unfinished Squares Wood Boards for Laser Cutting, Wood Burning, Architectural Models, Staining

Basswood Sheets

thin plywood for laser cutting & engraving

Vista Explore Material Kit

WeCreat Material Kit

starter kit for new laser machine users

Metal Charms Kit

metal tags for cards, layouts, & gifts

20 Pack 7.5mil Mylar Sheets, 12 X 12 Inch Stencil Paper for Cricut, Laser Cutting, Template Plastic for Quilting, Blank Plastic Sheets for Crafts, Food Grade Mylar Stencil Sheets

Mylar Stencil Sheets

create your own stencils with laser cut designs

Watch My Lumos Laser Crafter Q&A Video

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Design Tools & Resources

Good design doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when you have the right tools, a plan, and, in my case, lots of coffee. These are the resources I use and recommend for making the design process easier and less intimidating.

Catherine Pooler Color Wheels

CP Color Wheels

snag these free downloads from Catherine Pooler

Creative Color Wheel

Creative Color Wheel

for card color combination design & page planning

Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Everything 12 Inch T Square Ruler st0068

T Square Ruler

for perfect alignment on card & scrapbook pages

Miss. Carrie's Scrapbook Page Planner

Scrapbook Planner

helps you plan, organize, & enjoy creating layouts

HG Art Concepts Painters Color Diary Watercolor Swatch Card, 48-Pan Size, 5-Pk, 140 lb Hot Press 100% Cotton Paper, Fits New York Central Palette Box, Color Swatch Book for Markers & Colored Pencil

Color Diary

swatch ink, paint, & marker colors for perfect matches

Join the Creative Library Download a Free Card Sketch

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Creative Business Tools for Content Creators

If you’re building a craft business, teaching online, or creating content — these are the tools behind the scenes at Miss Carrie’s Creations. If it’s here, I actually use it.

ARKON Mounts Phone Holder Full Kit - Adjustable Overhead Arm Cell Phone Table Top Stand and Tablet Mount with Ring Light - Professional Holders for Horizontal or Vertical Filming

Phone Mount

start with what you already have – a phone for filming

Neewer NL288 LED Video Light with 2.4G Remote, 45W 4800Lux 3200K-5600K CRI 97+ Dimmable Bi-Color 18" Soft Light Panel for Photography YouTube Live Stream Game Zoom Meeting(Battery Not Included)

Video Lighting

soft light for video & photos with remote adjustments

USB Microphone for PC Gaming: Condenser Microphone RGB for Gamer with Stand Mic - Recording Mic for Computer&Laptop with Qiuck Mute - Desk Podcast Mic for Podcast & Singing & Streaming & Youtube Black

Get a Good Mic

voice overs & livestreams sound so much better

Video & Photo Editor

high quality photos & videos get more views

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Business Planner

highly recommend Chelly’s Planner & Marketing Course

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Lots & Lots of Coffee

this is a reminder to take a break once in a while

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Everything organized into lists by category. The fastest way to shop some of the supplies I recommend in one place.

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