mamakven
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Post by mamakven on Mar 19, 2021 4:15:19 GMT
While i'm on a roll with the dumb questions, here's another. So i ordered a couple of the hero arts background book stamps and i am trying to figure out the best way to get them on paper, more likely one of my journals. (EXPENSIVE archer and Olive journals that i do NOT want to mess up!) they suggested putting the stamp upside down onto the paper but i totally don't trust myself to make a serious mess out of that. is the best way to do this to buy a 6x6 acrylic block? thanks,
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PaperAngel
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Post by PaperAngel on Mar 19, 2021 6:05:36 GMT
IMHO there are no "dumb questions!" I exclusively incorporate basic stamping onto scrapbook layouts & prefer to use a stamp platform on the rare occasion I stamp a large background. It provides even pressure, better impression, & the ability to reink multiple times to darken the image as needed. While there are numerous stamp platforms on the market, the WRMK Precision Press Advanced (which I purchased for $14.99 at Tuesday Morning a couple years ago & saw there again recently) meets my needs. If you prefer not to buy a tool, perhaps repurpose household items, like a clear kitchen cutting mat or plastic Blu-ray case, as a makeshift stamp block for your new 6" background stamps. Also, please consider posting your question on the Stamping sub-board above to get suggestions from stampers, cardmakers, etc. who are experienced background stamp users. |
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Post by hop2 on Mar 19, 2021 12:02:15 GMT
Practice on something not your journal first. I’ll preface what I’m going to say with I’m a semi novice stamper- certainly not an expert, there’s plenty I don’t know. If I’m stamping without a platform, for wide stamps I prefer to put the stamps down and put my paper/surface on top of it and then just run my hand gently over it to make sure it’s all stamped. If my surface fits in a stamping platform I have both the one mentioned above and the tim holtz one. I’m not so sure a hinged press would work well inside a journal though so the other press above might work better IF your journal fits in it. Here’s a background stamp video I recently watched that shows some ideas m.youtube.com/watch?v=OXDBnbTOugs including the putting the paper on the top and using only part of a background stamp going off the page ( which might be a good technique in your journal ) PS there are not hot messes just artistic adventures. And yes, ask on the stamping board. |
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Post by joblackford on Mar 19, 2021 17:07:22 GMT
I would probably stamp it on copy paper and paste it in, tbh. The odds that you'll get a good impression in a journal are fairly low, no matter which methods you try. Unless it's the very middle of your journal with equal pages behind on both sides or you're just trying to get a smaller area done, or you're ok with imperfections, you will probably not be happy with the results.
My other experienced-at-screwing-up-stamping tip is to do it in black so you can use a black marker to tidy up the bits that don't stamp perfectly.
I have screwed up MANY a stamp and the stamp platform is the only thing that saves me, but I don't think it works so well with notebooks.
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Post by Basket1lady on Mar 19, 2021 20:37:11 GMT
I’m no help for stamping in a journal. But if you are trying not to buy a 6x6 acrylic block, I’ve used the glass from a frame and an acrylic quilting ruler as a replacement.
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Post by don on Mar 19, 2021 20:45:13 GMT
I have not done a journal, but I have watched a number of videos. Background stamps are used as a dab here and a dab there with minimal concern as it's just background and is going to be kind of layered out and not really a focal point.
I also believe, once you see how a stamp positioner works, it is not a big stretch to make one to suit your task. It may have to be made of wood with some plastic, but it doesn't have to be clear, or have grid marks, or look pretty. It just has to do its' job.
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camcas
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Post by camcas on Mar 19, 2021 23:35:09 GMT
Do you have a stamp positioned?
I am sure you could stick the stamp onto the top and use it like an acrylic block!
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Post by joblackford on Mar 20, 2021 2:40:24 GMT
BTW putting the stamp down and laying the paper/cardstock on top works really well for 6x6 stamps, even for clumsy people. It is my preferred method generally speaking. Getting even pressure across the whole stamp is really tricky otherwise.
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Post by FurryP on Mar 20, 2021 5:02:04 GMT
I would probably stamp it on copy paper and paste it in, tbh. The odds that you'll get a good impression in a journal are fairly low, no matter which methods you try. Unless it's the very middle of your journal with equal pages behind on both sides or you're just trying to get a smaller area done, or you're ok with imperfections, you will probably not be happy with the results. Yeah that. It's the fact that the journal is bound that is going to be your biggest problem. You might get some perfect ones, but not all of them. BTW putting the stamp down and laying the paper/cardstock on top works really well for 6x6 stamps, even for clumsy people. It is my preferred method generally speaking. Getting even pressure across the whole stamp is really tricky otherwise. I agree with that too. That is how I use my larger background stamps. |
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Post by craftgranny on Mar 21, 2021 13:05:58 GMT
If you have a stamping platform, you could remove the lid and use it like an acrylic block. Or put two large acrylic blocks together and then stamp. But I would practice on paper before you stamp on your journal. Also someone said to let the ink stay on the paper a little longer when you stamp with an acrylic block so that it will transfer if you aren't using a stamping platform. Good question!
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Mar 21, 2021 16:04:06 GMT
Without a large clear stamping block I have used an old Sizxix case.
IF you stamp directly in your journal, be sure to place something firm behind the page you are stamping onto.
There is another option as long as the stamp image is usable in reverse.
Needs some practice. You can stamp ona thinner piece of acrylic, plastic or another medium. Then use that stamped image as the stamp. You would have to stamp at ot near the edge, but then easier to handle stamping on your page.
I do like the suggestion of stamping on, over the edge of your journal page directly with you stamp.
Remember nothing is a mistake. It is just creative!! Enjoy.
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