This review is from: Martha Stewart Crafts Edger Punch, Threader (Kitchen)
I have wanted this punch for a couple months and I finally got it today. I now see that the reviews before me are right, it does punch a very small slot. The slots are 3/16th of an inch and here I am with all this great ribbon that is 3/8 of an inch. The only ribbon this punch is designed for is gift ribbon, the shinny stuff you curl with your scissors. I found that if you punch your edge you have a little over 3/8 of an inch to the edge of the paper. So you can flip over the punch, use it upside down and going back through and lining it up, you can punch a second time to make the slot almost double its original size. It takes a bit of practice but it can be done and even if your slots aren’t exactly lined up, the ribbon covers the holes well. So, while it is a little extra work to get those great patterned 3/8 inch ribbon to work with it, it comes out nice after its done. Good luck ladies!
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This review is from: Martha Stewart Crafts Edger Punch, Threader (Kitchen)
I was bummed at first because the holes are small. They measure slightly over 1/8 in., but not as long as 1/4 in. So, you can thread a 1/8 in. ribbon, but I don’t prefer this look because there is a slight bit of room left over in the hole (and I prefer to cover the entire hole to make it look ‘clean’). So, I flipped the punch over (as described by a reviewer), and punched through the back and lengthened the holes to fit a 3/8 in. ribbon. It is not difficult to line up, and I do not have steady hands. Not tedious and even if not completely lined up straight the ribbon will cover holes. I have included photos of just a standard thread look (3/8 in. ribbon used). There are many possibilities on how you can use this punch. I haven’t had time to play with it, but will try different threads out in the future.
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This review is from: Martha Stewart Crafts Edger Punch, Threader (Kitchen)
For those looking for a ribbon punch get the one from Fiskers. It’s easy to punch AND it works perfectly with 3/8″ ribbon. The slots are also a little closer together than the Martha Stewart one. It’s also cheaper at $11 from Staples.
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Good but there is a trick to it.,
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|Beautiful Outcome, Many Options,
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|Get the ribbon punch by Fiskers instead,
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