Whether you’re new to stamping or have been making cards for years, a few simple tips can make a big difference. I’ve gathered my favorite stamping tips right here for you — complete with quick graphics and explanations.
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How to Get a Good Stamped Image
1st – Practice makes perfect!
When I am stamping, I always ink my stamp and then stamp on my grid paper to test it. This ensures I am inking it well and have the right “touch.”
Then, when stamping, make sure you do not “rock” it. Make sure to put even pressure all over the top, without pressing harder on the edges.
And remember – practice makes perfect!
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How to Protect Your Cards
Whenever I have a card that has several layers, ribbons, and/or embellishments, I protect them by placing an embossed piece of cardstock on top of them before putting them in the envelope.
This really helps protect them when mailing. It gets rid of the “bumps” caused by the ribbon or embellishments.
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How to Cut 1/8″
Cutting my layers just 1/8 inch larger than the layer behind it is my favorite measurement. But I am often told that people struggle to cut this size. We are so used to 1/4, 1/2, etc, and then 1/8’s are just a bit difficult.
With the Stampin’ Up! Paper Trimmer, it is really quite easy. Every TWO lines on the ruler is an eighth. I hope this enlarged photo of the Paper Trimmer helps.
Other tips:
- Make sure you have your cardstock tightly and evenly along the top edge to ensure you get straight cuts.
- When cutting small strips (like 3/8″), use the right side so that you have a nice, big edge across the top to keep your paper level. I actually use the right side for anything 1 1/2″ or smaller.
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How to Remove Dimensional Backings
Do you struggle to remove the backings from your Stampin’ Dimensionals? Especially the “mini’s?”
I do!!! It makes me crazy trying to pick them off.
I have the perfect solution – use your TAKE YOUR PICK TOOL (the pointy end) to “stab” them, then just lift them off at a little angle. It’s almost like making a “check mark” motion. And when you have to take off several, they will stay on the Take Your Pick Tool end, and you can easily throw them away without getting them everywhere! (Please tell me you get yours everywhere like I do!)
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Don’t have the right color? No problem!
Have you ever not had the color of cardstock that you wanted for a project??
No Problem – just color a piece of Basic White with a Stampin’ Blend. Whether you need a little strip or maybe a larger layer, Stampin’ Blends work perfectly.
If you need a layer behind something, all you have to color is the edges that will be showing, not the whole piece. Another way to color your Basic White is to drag a Stampin’ Pad on it (if you don’t have the Stampin’ Blend). Be careful, it can get a bit messy, but it will color your cardstock to the color you want.
Come back often, new tips will be posted soon!