Saturday, November 5, 2011

KamSnaps Pliers and Snaps {Review & Giveaway}






Simple to Use--Even for me!
Check out my first sewing project with KamSnaps!  Oh yes, very awesome and proud to have done it!  Life wasn't always like this!  Though I was very excited to have bought a pair of pliers and three hundred snaps,  I let it sit a while in the  package dreading and thinking "What did I get myself into!?!"  I have to say I was a bit intimidated because I have seen many top brands use snaps in children's clothing as well as in cloth diapering--how can I possibly do this at home?  You are not alone if you think this way---But I am here to say that You can Do it!



Finally I opened the package and sat down in front of the computer reading KamSnaps's online instructions.  I said to myself, "Think Small and Simple Project".  So Cautiously I picked up my pillow case and cleared my dining room table.  I have always thought to sew buttons on all my pillow case covers because the pillows always manage to escape--so I tested out my new KamSnap pliers on my pillow case.  And look! Success!  My Pillow case has a snap in less than 5 working minutes!


For someone like me, this is where I started on their website:  




My Thoughts about KamSnaps Pliers and Snaps:
I am loving the fun in snapping things.  It is quite easy to use and are very practical to have when one has kids.  The variety offered in their online shop is more than enough for any one really.  I found that I could match up any of my projects with the colors they have to offer.  The only problem is deciding which colors to choose!  I know that KamSnaps offers colors that are geared to match those of BumGenius diapers, Flip, gDiapers--just to name a few.

As far as the quality is concerned, I have not had much trouble of the snaps being broken or the colors being far from described.  The Pliers work well and  have not had any issues with them so far--I have had them for about a month.  The pliers itself is really lightweight opposed to what I thought they would be.  I just thought it would be made out of heavy metal or something.  But I am growing to like it for I think my wrists would hurt if I had a big project of snapping to do.  Which makes me wish for a Snap Press all the more!

I find having some pliers around and snaps can come in handy.  I am not a Work at Home Mom, but I can imagine that having Snap Pliers can come in handy when it comes to sewing projects.  I find that they are helpful for me in solving solutions such as replacing velcro bibs with snaps.  My toddler easily throws off her bib, and snaps are a simple solution for this problem.  I can repair velcro cloth diapers and replace them with snaps.  I can also modify my cloth diapers for a better fit.  I find it a convenient way to solve many of my little home problems.  I am no expert in using these pliers, but I have found that the result looks pretty professional in my eyes!

Well, if you are unsure about getting one or the ways one could use these pliers you might get inspired by their tutorials:  KamSnaps offers some neat tutorials including Aplix Conversion, Cloth Diaper Snap Template as well as Baby-related project tutorials.  Here's the main Tutorial page if you are interested: KamSnaps Tutorials

Priced Just Right:
Their Pliers and supplies are all reasonably priced.  They offer Best Price Guarantee, and if you find a lower price somewhere else they offer to Match it!  I have to admit I searched all around the internet to compare....and well I found myself back at Kamsnaps.com.  I bought one pair of pliers plus 300 snaps which rounded to about $34, Shipping and Handling was free.  I received my order fairly quickly as KamSnaps offers free priority shipping on most US orders of at least $28 and free 1st class shipping on most Canada orders of at least $35. 

Right now their Pliers are on sale for 20.95!  This is quite a deal you do not want to miss!  Snap Presses are also on sale for 79.99.  Just thought I should let you all know! :)

Customer Friendly Staff:
From what I have experienced the staff working at KamSnaps are a friendly happy group of people.  They are customer friendly, and answer emails rather quickly.  I love that there is a person behind the business who communicates well to their fans and customers.  I sent them a quick email, and received an email response within 2 days I think?   I think it's important that businesses respond timely and answer my questions directly.  Just another thing I love about KamSnaps.

Here's the Fun Scoop about Kamsnaps:
They Give Away a free set of pliers for every 100 new facebook fans &
Twitter followers. For every 1000, KamSnaps will give away a snap press!
So Be sure to connect with them on Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/kamsnaps

They constantly hold giveaways on their blog, as well as post the latest
sales and announcements.  So be sure to check out their blog page:
http://kamsnaps.blogspot.com/


 **KamSnaps Giveaway**






I ordered KamSnaps pliers and snaps from KamSnaps.com.  All opinions, thoughts, and experiences are my own. And I write to give my honest review and opinion of the product and services received.  Giveaway Prize fulfillment is the responsibility of sponsor.  I will be reimbursed for the cost of the pliers because I chose to write a review.   Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

24 comments:

  1. I just got my first sewing machine and I'm walking on air I tell you. Thrilled to the bone. the downside is that I have not one ensie bensie clue how to use it. I will learn though and I'll be peeking in for some of your tips and tricks. I want so badly to be able to make this for my granddaughter by her next birthday but I know it will take me lots longer than that to learn :(
    http://pinterest.com/terrishaven/fave-costumes-kids/

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  2. I've made my own cloth diapers before, but have always made them snapless because I don't have pliers or snaps. I want to begin putting snaps on diapers.

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  3. I'm interested in adding snaps to a prefold

    gothickornchic at gmail dot com

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  4. I love the Heart shaped snaps, also the engraved ones, too cute!

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  5. I am a total Nintendo Geek, so I LOVE the star-shaped snaps, in yellow.

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  6. I like so much all the cloth diaperin related items like inserts and fabric
    So I really would like to do some cloth diaper
    thanks

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  7. I want to make a baby bib with the snaps on the back of the neck and snaps for the bottom edge.

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  8. their diaper inserts look good
    tannis_z at excite dot com

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  9. I want to make some fitted diapers with snaps for my son and some new bibs with snaps since he can undo velcro.

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  10. I like the star and heart shaped snap sets.

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  11. I like the pliers for plastic with 200 plastic snaps.
    http://www.kamsnaps.com/Pliers-for-Plastic-Snaps/Pliers-200-Plastic-KAM-Snaps-p292.html
    smlionlamb@gmail.com

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  12. I just ordered & recieved (very quickly) a set of 100 metal snaps. Love them!!!

    Would love to try the plastic style now too

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  13. I've got a couple diapers that need repair, i really need a pair of pliers

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  14. Love the heart and star shaped snaps

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  15. I am interested in the Thirsties Duo aplix to snaps conversion tutorial. I have a single (1 of 6) Duo wrap that the washing tabs do not stay shut.

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  16. I'm interested in putting snaps on pillows and for making the legs on baby clothes be more accessible.

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  17. I really like the idea of snap pliers as they take up much less room than a press.

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  18. I would love to use these on my paci leashes and bib clips i sell! and on my cloth diapers- thought I loved velcro, but am so ready to stop tearing apart the chain from the washer!

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  19. I could use this for lots of things I make... Wet bags, bibs, diapers, Soother Clips and so much more... I love all the diaper colors there are.. there are just to many to pick...

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  20. I plan to use these to just snap a color on the clothes of my 8 kids so that laundry sorting becomes "a snap" :)

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  21. Well among the other zillion things I want to do with a pair of Kam pliers my first priority would be to convert a couple of cloth diapers I have from aplix to snaps because I keep finding my girls runnin around naked lol. The possibilities are endless though! Thanks for the opportunity!
    ticklemetiffy at gmail dot com

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  22. I'd love to get my hands on some heart and start snaps and star making my own diaper covers!

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  23. Kam pliers would be awesome to own!! I sew cloth diapers for my daughter and the KAM snaps are a must! I'd also like to start making purses and wallets, KAM snaps would be perfect for them! My friend had a KAM snap press which is how I got the snaps on the diapers but I'd like to not have to travel with yards of fabric on the bus and do it at home! =)
    hrodr3911 at gmail dot com

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