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Here is the Holiday Sale Schedule for Glassboard Studio and there are still 2 freebies left on the schedule. Make sure to use my affiliate code SILHOUETTESECRETS to save 20% during their Black Friday sale and 15% any time after that – shop at this link HERE.

I was asked what freebies would be the best and I think that depends on each user’s preference. I use both the pawn magnets and the craft catchers. If you want to have matching colors for the pawn magnets, then I’d recommend ordering those in the color you want.

The Craft Catcher’s are new and so useful! I store everything from tools, Silhouette blades, earring hardware, project pieces, and more in mine.

I shared a video on Instagram and Facebook when the new magnetic ink pad holders and the craft catcher’s were released. Check that out here on Instagram or on Facebook.

Here is a look how I was using them while creating in October.

A cluttered crafting workspace featuring a cutting machine, crafting tools, and handmade items including bat and skeleton-themed accessories.

I have now added several new tools from Glassboard Studio to my craft room this year. It took me a bit to talk myself into investing in it, but I’m so glad I did.

Check out this video HERE where I’m using the Glassboard mat as a palette while painting my Halloween 3-D busted canvas elements. Such easy cleanup.

I love that I can use this as a palette with many different medias. I made my mom a custom zipper bag and drew a design on it using Sharpie Creative Markers. I even used it to practice my initials that I sign because I was having a “moment” and had forgotten exactly how I’ve been signing things.

A workspace featuring a black zipper pouch decorated with flowers, surrounded by various crafting tools and supplies, including markers, a cutting machine, and a sketchbook.

I pulled out some of the creations I’ve been working on this year since taking a class with artist Tracy Weinzapfel for inspiration and reference as I drew on the black zipper bag. Since it was a black bag, I did need to use several layers of the markers to get the colors I wanted. If a marker picked up color from another section, I could easily scribble it a bit to get it back to it’s original color. I left the scribbles on there for a couple weeks as I was out of my studio and it still cleaned up easily when I got back to it.

And then Glassboard Studio released a new Scrapbook Magnetic Glassboard Craft Mat! This one fits 2 – 12″ x 12″ Scrapbook layouts completely on top of it. Something you may not know is that my crafting journey started with scrapbooking. One craft leads to another and here we are. Paper crafting is one of my favorite and when I was asked if I’d be interested in this size mat, I knew it was meant to live in my studio.

A crafted scrapbook layout featuring multiple photos, embellishments, and a banner with the year '2024', displayed on a crafting mat surrounded by various tools and containers.

Here is a look at the specs of the Scrapbook Craft Mat.

Infographic detailing the features of a Scrapbook Magnetic Glassboard Craft Mat, including markings for photos, angle lines, non-slip feet, and a magnetic surface.

After I purchased my first Magnetic Glassboard mat, Pinterest showed me a photo of a gorgeous pattern called Oceanside, which was no longer available. I told myself if it ever became available again, that I would jump on ordering it simply because it makes me happy to look at. And wouldn’t you know, after they released the new Scrapbook Craft Mat, they also announced several special edition mats were coming back for a limited time.
I guess, be careful what you tell yourself!

Image of a special edition magnetic glass craft mat from Glassboard Studio featuring a vibrant Oceanside design.

The ocean is calling and if I can’t go to it, why not bring it to me. I may have to play some ocean sounds and just stare at it and pretend I’m really there. My shipping information says it will arrive later today after this is published, but watch the Silhouette Secrets+ social channels and I’ll share an unboxing on there (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram).

Find the special limited edition selection under Products > Special Edition Glass Craft Mats for a limited time.

I know, I know… how many magnetic Glassboard mats does one person need? I started the year with 0 and now own 3. But, I do have several work spaces in my craft studio, so I know they will be used.

Want to see more on how I’m using this in my studio & some project inspiration too? Check out this blog post HERE and see how I’ve put it to use.

Make sure if you do invest in some new tools for your craft room that you use code SILHOUETTESECRETS to save at this link HERE. During the Glassboard Black Friday sale save 20% and after Black Friday is over, you can still save 15% on your order any time with my code.

I know these new tools may not be for everyone and it did take me time to talk myself into getting one. I just kept seeing their awesome patterns and something tugged at me that it was right for my craft space. Timing is everything. It may not be the right time for you, but maybe you picked up some inspiration by the projects I shared above.

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A craft workspace featuring a Glassboard Studio Magnetic Craft Mat with colorful flower designs on a zipper pouch, various craft tools including Sharpie markers, and a scrapbook layout with photographs and decorative elements.

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If you’re anything like me, finding the right tools for your creative space can make all the difference—and I just added a new one to my studio: the Magnetic Glass Craft Mat. I am loving it! From its sleek, sturdy surface to the strong magnets that keep materials perfectly in place, this mat has quickly become one of my absolute favorite tools. Whether you’re a paper crafter, vinyl user, or mixed media enthusiast, this is one studio upgrade you may find useful too!

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I have seen these craft mats advertised previously, but I got an in-person look at them at the 2025 Creativation in Seatle. I’ll be honest, I am usually anti-glass in my studio because you just never know what I will stumble across or drop. But I took a chance, and I bought this, and I love it!

This post is not sponsored by Glassboard Crafts or an advertisement for them. I am sharing a new tool I invested in and added to my craft space. I am asked often about tools I use and after requests by followers created a page on the website for “EllyMae’s Craft Supplies” – Find it at the top of the Silhouette Secrets+ website or click HERE.

In full disclosure, I am now an affiliate with Glassboard Crafts, and I do have a coupon code that can save you 15% on your order. Bonus for you if you decide to add this to your tools.

Use code SILHOUETTESECRETS to save 15% on your order HERE.

A magnetic glass craft mat with blue clips and a ruler on a wooden surface.

I knew I wanted a solid color because I record videos and a design can be distracting in the videos and white makes my camera go crazy trying to auto focus, so I chose a solid that I thought would be good. But I am drooling over all the patterns, and they just keep coming out with more.

One thing I didn’t think about until I tried to take photos to share is the reflection. Reflections always get the better of me. The surface reflects very, very well as you can see with my recording lights.

A Magnetic Glass Craft Mat on a wooden surface, featuring three teal magnets, a teal ruler marked with numbers, and a small gingham patterned piece of material. The mat has a grid design and reflects light.

But I’ll work around that and adapt.

How I’ve Used My Magnetic Glass Craft Mat

Does everyone need this? Probably not, but I am loving it for 2 reasons – the heavy-duty magnets and the ease of cleaning up.

Lately I seem to be creating with more products that can be messy such as mixed media gel sticks, paints, paint markers, watercolors, and more. I am expanding my wheelhouse and loving the experimentation. But that can be messy too! At least for me.

Here are a few ways I’ve used it so far in the month since I received it.

First, I was working with stencils, Kingart mixed media gel sticks, and mixed media paper.

Top-down view of a creative workspace featuring colorful markers, watercolor brush pens, paintbrushes, and sketch pads with floral designs, along with an eraser and a ruler.

This was for a video tutorial on creating a layered stencil in Silhouette (find that HERE). The magnets worked to hold the mixed media paper in place while working with the stencils. It could also be used to hold the stencils in place too; it would just depend on the thickness of your stencils and what magnets you have available to use. I ordered a 6″ magnetic ruler and have 4 of the mini pawn magnets.

An overhead view of a creative workspace featuring a magnetic glass craft mat with tools and materials for crafting, including brushes, markers, and papers with floral designs.

I also used it as a palette to test some different techniques. I just scribbled the mixed media gel sticks on the glass surface, added a bit of water, and then used a paint brush to pick up the color. When my images didn’t turn out quite how I wanted, I simply used a paper towel to wipe up the water & remaining color.

Next up was painting pieces for a wood sign.

A craft workspace featuring a glass mat with various art materials, including paint markers, a wooden tiki figure, and a green painted half-circle with a leaf pattern, along with the words 'A LOHA' displayed prominently. — Aloha design by Diva Watts Designs – Design #475500

I was using a combination of Posca Paint Markers and acrylic paint on this sign. The smaller pieces were easily colored with the markers, while larger pieces were a bit messier and needed more coverage.

I used the glass mat as my paint palette and to catch my mess when painting the larger pieces.

A craft workspace featuring a Magnetic Glass Craft Mat with various art supplies including paint markers, a ruler, and a small wooden piece. The surface has traces of paint and a round masking tape outline.

I love how this sign turned out. The tiki is a bit dark in the photos but shows up better in person.

Image of two decorative crafts: a wooden tiki figure on the left and a circular sign featuring vibrant colors, the text 'ALOHA,' and a tropical design on the right.

And one project leads to another. While the sign was drying, I was already on to cutting the pieces of a larger tiki on the left side. No paint needed with this one, just two types of wood. And he quickly disappeared after being glued together as my husband claimed it for his office at work.

Next up was more paint markers – this time Sharpie Creative Markers on glass. This is the messy side of things. I applied adhesive vinyl to the backside of a glass frame, then colored in sections of the design with the Sharpie Creative Markers.

An intricately designed transparent glass mat featuring colorful hand-drawn flowers and greenery, with several paint markers arranged above it.

I could have used the magnets to hold the glass in place, which is completely an after thought. Instead, I was using the magnets to hold the rest of my markers from escaping, which you can’t see in this photo.

And while I had the Sharpie Creative Markers out, I really stepped outside my comfort zone and did a little doodling on a hat. Before I used each marker on the hat, I would scribble to make sure it was flowing well on the glass mat. A wet paper towel will make this easy clean up.

A black baseball cap decorated with colorful flower designs sits on a crafting mat next to a drawing pad and various markers.

I took a watercolor class from Tracy Weinzafel earlier this year and ever since have been experimenting with different mediums and drawing the flowers taught at the event over and over for multiple projects.

I love new tools and craft supplies! Check out other supplies I use to create with HERE.

Find these Magnetic Glass Craft Mats at GlassBoard Studio HERE. If you decide to add this tool to your toolbox, use code SILHOUETTESECRETS to save 15% on your order.

Watch for new patterns released and I’d love to hear your favorite below, even if you are just window shopping and dreaming. That’s how it all started for me!

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