Even if you've been stamping a while, you may find this post helpful. We'll talk about:
- Halos around stamped images
- Layering Templates which I use frequently
- Which black inkpad to use for alcohol ink and watercolor AND how to remember
- There are so many adhesives, follow these suggestions to make your crafting life easier
- What do you need to bring to stamp classes? I have a list for you:)
Pesky halos around stamped images
Demonstrators find that a lot of stampers like to use more ink than they actually need!
So Let's get Back to the Basics:
For the best results, turn your stamp over and hold the inkpad in your hand. This gives you more control over the amount of ink and where you lay it. Tap, tap, tap, lightly on the stamp with the inkpad a few times while moving around to cover the rubber completely.When printing your stamp, you'll find that steady, even pressure will give you the cleanest imprint.
Tapping lightly on the stamp is key to avoid over-inking your stamp.
If you take care not to put ink where you don't want it, it will make your life much easier. Rocking your stamp will give you edge prints, smudges or echo your print. Too much pressure causes some of the same problems.
For a much more crisp, clear image, use a Stampin' Pierce Mat when stamping with Photopolymer stamps.
Card Layering Templates
A great tool for determining the size of layers for cards. You won't need math, just use the templates and cut to the size listed.
https://scmagnolia.blogspot.com/2020/06/card-layering-templates.html
Which Black Inkpad to Use??
Just remember, opposites attract. Use TUFF with GENTLE
Stazon is TUFF... so use with water based pencils, inkpads, and markers, which are all GENTLE
Alcohol Ink Markers are TUFF... so use with Memento, which is GENTLE
Adhesives, Do You Really Need More Than One?
It's essential to have the right adhesive. You can't adhere ribbon to your card with liquid glue, however Glue Dots are perfect. Small embellishments can only be adhered to a card with Liquid Glue or Glue Dots. When making 3D items or a fancy fold card, you need extra hold, so Tear & Tape is the perfect choice. Using die cuts means you need a Fine Tip Glue Pen. Which of these should you have in your Tool Kit? All of them, because they each have uses that you will quickly see that you can't do without. If you are new to stamping, check the starred items in the list below for the must haves for when you are just starting out.
Stamping Tool Kit For Classes
Scissors
Adhesives:
Tape Runner
Glue Dots
Tear & Tape
Fine Tip Glue Bottle
Dimensionals
Pencil
Bone Folder
Stampin' Pierce Mat
Paper-Piercing Tool (otherwise known as “pokey tool”
Baby Wipes
For your Stampin' Up! Shopping Convenience:
|
Item |
Order Number |
Price |
Catalog Page |
|
Paper Snips Scissors |
103579 |
$11.00 |
145 |
|
Mini Glue Dots |
103683 |
$5.75 |
138 |
|
Tear & Tape |
154031 |
$7.00 |
138 |
|
Multipurpose Liquid Glue |
110755 |
$5.50 |
138 |
|
Stampin' Dimensionals |
104430 |
$4.25 |
138 |
|
Silicone Craft Sheet |
127853 |
6.50 |
138 |
|
Bone Folder |
102300 |
$7.00 |
|
|
Stampin' Pierce Mat |
126199 |
$5.00 |
|