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Imaginisce I-Top Tool

by Imaginisce
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

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  • Transforms an ordinary brad into a custom accent.
  • Easy-2 step process.
  • I-Top tool comes equipped to make 16millimeter and 22millimeter brads.

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Imaginisce I-Top Tool + Imaginisce I-Top Die Carriage Large 28-mm + Imaginisce i-top Button Daddies: 28mm
Price for all three: $34.63

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WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

Product Details

  • Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 1.7 x 12 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • ASIN: B002FW672G
  • California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
  • Item model number: ITOPTOOL
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #18,828 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing)
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Product Description

I-Top Tool. You're about to grip your new favorite tool! The I-Top transforms an ordinary brad into a custom accent in an easy 2 step process. Just place your paper and blank brads and give a little squeeze. It's that easy! You just can't top it! The I-Top tool comes equipped to make 16mm and 22mm brads: purchase the large carriage (item 001310) for the ability to make 28mm brads.


Customer Reviews

I would definitely recommend this tool to any paper crafter. Heather D. Carpenter  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
I've contacted imaginisce and am anxiously awaiting their reply. Kristin Burton  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By Sandi
Amazon Verified Purchase
I love the idea of this tool. It is easy to use and creates cute paper-covered brads to match your project. BUT - don't touch the brad because it is liable to fall apart in a light breeze. The brad backs (the pointy side) just pop right out of the brad top with the slightest touch. I can't imagine even being able to put a page into a page protector without them popping off. However, there IS a solution. I used 2 layers of "Sticky Strip" adhesive from Stampin' Up (available in retail stores but I can't remember the brand name) on the face of the bottom piece before assembling the brad with the i-top tool. This seems to hold them together just fine. I will keep and enjoy using my i-top tool, but the tool/brads are not the quality I expected and it does require an additional step of adding adhesive.

**UPDATE**
I contacted the mfr about this issue and they sent me a new pkg of blank brads because they figured I got a bad batch. I'm happy to say that the new brads work great - no adhesive needed! EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE. I recommend this product and if you have any issues - definitely contact the mfr.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE this tool! July 5, 2010
By Aphra
I have had my I-Top now for several months, and I LOVE it! I can cover brads with a variety of materials, not just paper. My favorite so far was denim cut from my toddler's blue jeans that no longer fit. I love the variety of sizes and uses for the brads.

I don't have any trouble at all with the tool. At first, I had trouble setting the brads but it was because I didn't have them centered well. With practice, however, I am able to create a sturdy brad every time. And the new backers (magnets, buttons, pins) are really fun, too.

I would highly recommend this tool to anyone who enjoys customizing their embellishments!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Great, but not cost effective October 21, 2010
By Evita
Amazon Verified Purchase
I was really excited to get this tool. I thought it would be really great to make my own brads. However, the cost just is not justifiable. Also, when ordering from amazon.com be aware that you do not get the brad daddies with it. You have to order those separately. I did have some issues attempting to make a nice "clean" brad. However, I went on Utube and watched some videos that gave some tips for it. Hint: If you want a nice rounded edge to your brad then try using slightly damp paper. Like I said though, this tool is great because it lets you make your own brads, however, I would not look at this tool as something to replace store bought brads because of the cost efficiency, however, if you just want to make a couple of really special brads then you may want to invest in this. The cost of the brad daddies are the biggest problem with this tool. However, I got a bulk pack at OhMyCrafts.com (40 brad daddies) for like $7.00. The nice part of this tool is that if you don't buy a lot of brads then you can quickly and easily make your own, but if you use a lot of brads in your scrapbooking or other projects and you just want the simple or designer styles then buying them store bought is more cost efficient.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Great item especially for scrapbooking!
This is an easy-to-use item that makes insides of flowers, etc. really nice with no effort. My kind of item.
Published 10 months ago by T. Los
1.0 out of 5 stars Worst craft tool ever
If you want to make good, quality looking brads, I would looks elsewhere. I wouldn't go as far as even calling this a tool. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Nicole
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome crafting tool
I absolutely love this tool. Once I watched the video that comes with it and understood how to make the brads properly I use it frequently on my layouts. Read more
Published on July 6, 2010 by Heather D. Carpenter
5.0 out of 5 stars SO Versatile!
This is one of my favorite tools ever! I love to use it for scrapbooking and making matching brads of all sizes for my layouts. But, it can do so much more! Read more
Published on July 6, 2010 by Kim Holmes
5.0 out of 5 stars This tool takes a few tries to learn BUT it TOTALLY worth it!
Yes, it's true this i-top takes a few moments to learn, and you definitely have to read the manual, but once you get the hang of it, it ROCKS! Read more
Published on July 6, 2010 by Cristal
5.0 out of 5 stars I-top tool is SO versitile it's a must have!
I bought this tool and I absolutely love it! I can create my own brads in a matter of minutes to match any pattern paper I am working with. Read more
Published on July 6, 2010 by Tape Chick
1.0 out of 5 stars Base won't stick to heads
I had the same problem. The base will not stick securely to the heads. Sometimes the base stays in the metal head. Read more
Published on February 10, 2010 by Kristin Burton
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