Review : AMIFA Masking Sheets - Watercolor

Today, we will be reviewing the new masking sheets sets from AMIFA.

Each set contains 8 sheets of masking tape texture sticker sheets (2 sheets of 4 designs) and they measure 150mm x 100mm.

There are 2 types available.

First type 

2nd type

The sheets are designed for "Free cut" aka you can cut them any way you want before peeling off the backing paper and sticking them somewhere.

If you prefer to not cut by hand, you can also use a paper punch 

Or an electronic cutter for an even more precise cut (settings : masking tape)

The possibilities are endless!

What would you do with these?

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Review: Okazaki Plate for masking tape

 Here at TN5C, we have both been traveling quite a bit~ Its always exciting to do journaling on holiday...but not easy to bring all the supplies we want to use. So when I chanced upon this, I decided it was worth a try!

Plate for Masking Tape by Okazaki

Each package contains 

• one black front cover
• 3 plates in white
• one gold ring to hold them together

The plates are made of ABS resin and are very sturdy/tough.

They measure 85mm by 35mm each.

Each plate can hold up to 4 different rolls of masking tape [15mm width]

After you have added the masking tape, the front plate looks extremely cute too! 

But it is not just for looks, the black front plate has jagged edges on both sides to make tearing the masking tape a total breeze. Being left handed, I totally appreciated the fact I could tear from either side.

And thanks to its compact size, it fits in the smallest of pencil cases; making it very easy to bring the masking tape you want on a trip without having to over carry!

What do you think? Will you try this out?

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Review : DAISO Portable Masking Tape Holder

Here at TN5C, we are always looking for new ways to store masking tape. So when I spotted this at Daiso, I decided to buy it and see how it fared!

DAISO Portable Masking Tape Holder

This is made in conjunction with the students from Kyoto University of the Arts who designed it.

First impression, it seems to be a very simple and pleasant looking design made out of PVC clear vinyl of medium thickness.

There is a piece of vinyl in the middle which you can detach using the press button to "thread" the masking tape through. 

It can hold up to 4 standard sized masking tape rolls.

There is also a ball chain at one end for you to hang it off your pencil case or pouch or bag; making it very suitable for travel!

The clear vinyl makes it easy to see what the tapes are and protects the rolls from getting dirty. Needless to say, it is also very light thanks to the material used.

What do you think? 

Have you tried this before?

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Review: MIDORI Quick Tape Cutter (Masking Tape Dispenser)

A while back, we reviewed the NICHIBAN Masking Tape Dispenser and today we review another! This time made by Japanese stationery brand Midori. It is a dispenser that can quickly feed the tape and cut the cut end cleanly with a light force.

Features: 

It can cut masking tape neatly with the same length. 

It is a convenient item that solves the problem of finding the cut end of the tape.

Keeps the tape clean.

Makes it easy to use for purposes like wrapping.

To use it, simply pull the slider and 2cm of tape will be sent out. There is a cutter blade on the upper side of the tape outlet, and you can cut the tape cleanly with a light force by pulling the tape upward.

It is also possible to pull the tape and pull it out to any length before cutting with aforementioned cutter.

Due to size, it is only for masking tape width 12 ~ 15mm. 

Masking tape with an inner diameter of less than 25 mm and an outer diameter of more than 54 mm cannot be used.

With a built-in magnet, it can be fastened to metal surfaces so you do not need to worry about storage space.

Personally I have found this extremely useful and have purchased another for use in the kitchen as well.

It is a lot more compact that the Nichiban version so if you were trying to choose between the two, I would recommend this. ^^

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Review : Hapila! Tsuku log - Masking Tape / Flake Sticker / Marker Collection Card

If you are like us, you must love collecting stationery. 

So when it comes to cataloguing them, what do you do? 

Japanese stationery brand Hapila! has come up with a new solution.

Introducing Tsuku Log Collection Cards!

Here are 3 I picked up to try

Each pack has 30 sheets [printed on both sides] and they are B6 in size.

They are also made of fairly thick paper so that the ink does not show on the other side. This is particularly useful for the marker collection card when you are swatching multiple markers. 

Flake Seal Collection Card

Masking Tape Collection Card

Marker Collection Card

These sheets can be stuck inside a diary or simply holed punched to be used inside a binder; making them very versatile.

Its really quite nice to be able to see at a glance one's stationery collection.

Will you be trying these out?

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REVIEW : DAISO X MT Point Seal

 

Newly spotted in DAISO 100yen stores : MT Point Seal Series

And these aren't just masking tape texture, they are actually made by MT of MT masking tape fame!

Curious to see how they stack up, I bought two sets to try.

Each set contains 2 identical sheets each having 3 colors in 4 different sizes. (20mm, 12mm, 8mm and 5mm in diameter)

As with other items made by MT, these are also made in Japan.

Each sticker is reposition-able just like the tape put out by MT; ie. remove very easily without tearing. And like the MT tape, they are very sticky yet leave behind no reside when removed. It is clear that they are much nicer in quality than many of the generic masking tape stickers put out by DAISO.

I tried searching for more news about them online but was only able to find this small piece of news on their official facebook account regarding the sale of these point seals sold at an event in a store in KYOTO. These were sold in sets of 3 sheets for 165yen (in contrast to the set of 2 sheets for 110yen at DAISO)

This is definitely another item to look out for in DAISO!

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REVIEW : DAISO Vertical Masking Tape Holder

 DAISO has introduced a new way to store our beloved Masking Tapes! 

Introducing the Vertical Masking Tape holder :

It comes in 2 sizes. 

Compatible with tape up to 18mm [0.7inches] OR with wider tape up to 30mm [1.18inches]

To "load" the tape, simply open up the entire box and insert accordingly. Left handers like myself can rejoice as their are blades on both sides, making it possible for left or right handed cutting. Each holds up to 3 rolls of tape. Or you can fit more if they are narrower. I was able to fit 2 narrow rolls into one space for the wide tape.

To cut, you just have to open the little slot and tear it off at the edge of the blades. So easy!

The holders are perfect for travel as they are a pleasing simple clear design reminiscent of MUJI. You can also store them more easily by lining them up vertically for a clean look. The slim design also means you can slot them into narrow spaces.

Have you tried them out? What did you think?

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REVIEW : NICHIBAN Masking Tape Dispenser/Cutter

We are on a roll (pun intended) with the washi tape cutter theme posts of late. Recently, I've noticed an increase amount of pictures/recommendations of this particular masking tape dispenser online. Ever the most easily swayed when it comes to new stationary, I hunted it down and purchased it almost immediately once i found it.

NICHIBAN Masking Tape Dispenser/Cutter 

There is a lever on the side which dispenses the tape as you press it down. Once you get the length of tape you want, you press the button on the opposite side and that cuts the tape. All this can be achieved with just one hand leaving you free to use the other hand to hold down what you need to be held together.

This cutter comes with a roll of masking tape but you can easily switch it out with tape you want to use. Anything that is 15mm width with a wide enough cardboard core should fit [as shown below with MT tape]

Masking tape that is thinner in width will work as long as the cardboard core fits.

Final thoughts : This is a really useful addition to my desk and I am considering buying another as a backup!

 

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REVIEW : DAISO Coordi range Masking Tape

We are back with more from DAISO's Coordi Stationery range. If you haven't heard about them, you can check out our original post on them here! This time we are going to review the masking tapes.

There are four designs so far.

There are two which feature more muted gray tones. One of them is all about favorite shops. I forsee myself using that a lot XD~~ 

The other two are brighter colors with one of them printed with time management charts.

Personally I really really love wide tapes like these and to be able to get them for just 100yen each is such a bargain! I find memo papers add to much bulk to my journal at times so its nice to be able to add these color sections instead. The colors are all the ones i like as well so it has really worked out for me!!

What about you ? Have you tried them yet?

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Review : DAISO Korea Masking Sticker

Here at TN5C we love Daiso! And since Korea's Daiso carries items different to that of Japan, we had to drop in for a look!

Amongst the things we bought were these Masking Stickers!

They cost 2000won each [about USD$2]. Do note that not all items in Korea's DAISO are the same price so please check the price tag before purchasing!

Each set comes with 2 rolls of tape. One roll of faces + a roll of outfits for you to mix and match to create your own original sticker character.

There are 6 different faces and 6 different outfits. The sticker is made out of masking tape and peels off easily.

They are quite reminiscent of the Japanese masking tape brand BANDE and a cute addition to anyone's masking tape collection!

Have you tried these? OR what do you recommend from DAISO in Korea?

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Review : MASTE Life Log Masking Tape

Japanese masking tape brand MASTE made a new range of tapes known as Life Log Masking Tape meant for journaling. There are 8 types in the collection so far. 

I picked up one in the range for FITNESS.

The tape is very wide with sections for detailing's one fitness progress. 

One nice feature about this tape is that you can use water based inks to write on it as well! Making it a lot more convenient than most masking tapes [which require markers or alcohol based inks to write on]

They fill up the journal nicely; adding a lovely pop of color. 

Have you tried any of these? What do you think of them?

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