Get Ready for the Biggest Crafting Sale of the Year!

This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Excel Blades is helping makers, artists, and professionals upgrade their workbench with precision tools built to last. From cosplay armor cutting to intricate dioramas and custom woodworking, this is your chance to stock up on quality American-made blades and tools trusted by creators everywhere.

Excel Blades Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale

Date: November 27 – December 3
Discount Tiers:

• 20% off orders $35+ – Code: BFCM20
• 25% off orders $60+ – Code: BFCM25
• 30% off orders $100+ – Code: BFCM30

Can't be combined with other sitewide discounts! For Retail Customers Only (excludes wholesale)

Whether you’re crafting at home or working on professional projects, this is the perfect time to stock up and save big.

Gift & Shopping Guide by Craft Category

Cosplay & Prop Making Tools

Create show-stopping armor, props, and costumes with precision cutting tools built for EVA foam, thermoplastics, and vinyl.

Top Picks for Cosplayers:

• K2 Medium Duty Aluminum Knife with 5 additional blades – Durable and sharp for detailed foam cuts.
• #19 Sharp Edge Blade (100 ct) – Stock up for high-volume projects.
• Self-Healing Cutting Mat – Perfect for safe and accurate foam shaping.
• Deluxe Hobby Knife Set – Includes multiple handles and blade types for versatility.

Pro Tip: Use our K850 Heavy Duty Plastic Snap Blade Knife for heavy-duty use on thermoplastic sheets and armor details.

Diorama & Miniature Building Tools

Bring your Warhammer, Gunpla, or model train worlds to life with professional precision tools made for tiny details.

Top Picks for Miniature Artists:                                                                         

• Needle Files Set – Perfect for shaping plastic or resin parts.
• Sprue Cutter – Ideal for removing sprues and trimming model pieces.
• Pin Vise with Drill Bits – Essential for adding magnets or drilling tiny holes.
• Precision Tweezers Set – Helps with decal placement and detail assembly.

Pair with: The Excel Blades Hobby Set Collection for the ease of having everything you need stored in a wooden box.

Paper Crafting & Scrapbooking Tools

From handmade cards to intricate paper sculptures, cut and score with confidence using tools that stay sharp and steady.

Top Picks for Paper Crafters:

• K18 Grip-on Knife – Ergonomic handle for long crafting sessions.
• Precision Hobby Blades – Make clean folds without tearing.
• Rotary Cutter (28mm) – Excellent for cutting vinyl, cardstock, and scrapbook paper.
• Replacement Blade Packs – Keep backups ready for large projects.

Inspiration: Check out our Paper Crafting Tools Guide for more creative ideas.

Clay Modeling & Sculpting Tools

Shape, carve, and refine clay or polymer materials with tools trusted by sculptors and model makers alike.

Top Picks for Clay Artists:

• Tracing Wheel / Pounce Wheel – A complete range of profiles for detailed patterns.
• Embossing Tool Set – Excellent for precise and texture detailing.
• Cushion Grip Scribe Tool – Perfect for scoring various materials.
• Assorted Sanding Belts – Clean, polish, and refine your sculpted surfaces.

Bonus: Use Excel’s Double Ended Knife, Stylus and Embossing Tool for multi-purpose replaceable tips for fine detailing in polymer and air-dry clays.

Woodworking & Model Shop Tools

Perfect your woodworking craft with precision blades that deliver clean, consistent cuts through balsa, basswood, and thin sheets.

Top Picks for Woodworkers:

• Razor Saw Set with Mitre Box – Ideal for model cutting and frame making.
• Deluxe Wood Chisel Set – A six-piece comfortable grip wood handle for extended use.
• Sanding Sticks – Smooth your surfaces for a flawless finish.
• Woodworking Set - Complete set with heavy duty knife, Blades, Gouges & Routers in a wooden case

Pro Tip: Use Excel Blades Wood Burning Tool Set if you want to elevate your woodwork projects with pyrography designs. 

Cake Decorating & Fondant Art Tools

Precision meets creativity — carve, shape, and detail fondant or gum paste with tools originally made for miniatures but loved by bakers.

Top Picks for Cake Decorators:

• K26 Fit Grip Craft Knife – Great for clean fondant edges and sculpting details.
• K31 Adjustable Strip Cutter – Get even lines and cuts for icing and shape sugar art.
• 4-Piece Tweezer Set – Perfect for grabbing fine details and small materials.
• Embossing Tool Set – Clean seams on hardened fondant or chocolate modeling pieces.

Fun Fact: Many professional bakers use Excel Blades Pinking Rotary Cutter Blades for cake decorating due to their precision, durability, and detailed design options!

Hardware & Industrial Tools

Excel Blades isn’t just for artists — professionals in manufacturing, sign making, and repair trust our blades for industrial precision and longevity.

Top Picks for Industrial Use:

• Heavy-Duty Utility Knife with Replaceable Blades – Built for daily use.
• K11 Metal Safety Scraper – For cleaning surfaces or removing adhesive.
• Single Edge Blades – For hardware and industrial cutting solutions.
• Utility Blades – For precision and durable blades design for on-site use.

Suggested Add-On: Buy Utility Replacement Blades in bulk for an uninterrupted workflow.

Don’t Miss Out — Stock Up and Save!

Whether you’re upgrading your creative toolkit or gifting a fellow maker, Excel Blades’ Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale is your best chance to save up to 30% on premium craft tools.

November 27 – December 3

• 20% off $35+ – Code: BFCM20
• 25% off $60+ – Code: BFCM25
• 30% off $100+ – Code: BFCM30

Shop now and craft better with tools that cut sharper, last longer, and inspire creativity.