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Post by 50offscrapper on Feb 12, 2018 7:02:42 GMT
I have used my TH platform and have liked it until I started layering stamps. I was also embossing the paper. The technique is from Jennifer McGuire. youtu.be/3ZAiprnjINkThe paper keeps lifting and it’s affecting the precision. I am frustrated. Not sure if it’s because the embossing curled up the paper. Do I get bar magnets? Help please. |
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Post by gale w on Feb 12, 2018 9:00:37 GMT
You could try taping it down with some painter's tape or washi tape. This is one reason I try to keep the paper butted all the way in the corner if possible.
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Post by mamakoala on Feb 12, 2018 14:05:35 GMT
i am going to be ordering more magnets--i dont have this exact problem but my papers do occasionally lift up, and yes, when you're layering that's a PITA. I am going to get bar magnets.
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Post by scrapnnana on Feb 12, 2018 15:30:57 GMT
I agree with the suggestions of making sure your paper or cardstock is firmly pushed into the corner, then add washi tape on the edges. The paper or cardstock can still sometimes lift, even with powerful magnets, especially if you use clear stamps, which can have a major stickiness that rubber stamps don't. By positioning it into the corner, you can get it back to the same, exact position, even if it moves. Hopefully the washi tape with keep it in position when combined with the magnets.
The TH stamp platform came with 2 magnets that are a decent size. I went to Michaels and bought additional magnets, but smaller round ones. They are still pretty strong, but they fit in smaller spaces, like the corner, without interfering with my stamping. Someo fmy clear layered stamps are ultra sticky. With those, even with extra magnets, sometimes the paper lifts. Washi tape is helpful in those cases.
Also, I would not use the heat gun on the embossing powder without removing the paper or cardstock from the platform. The heat gun could potentially damage the platform. I don't know if it would, but heat guns get very hot. I would not personally take the risk.
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Post by GiantsFan on Feb 12, 2018 16:07:28 GMT
I use one of the Little B grids on top of my paper while I position the stamp. Then the LB sticks to the stamp, not the paper. I got to to line up sentiments, but it works great for layered stamps. When I bought mine, from Amazon, it was a two pack. Which I didn't realize until it got here. TIP - I didn't remove the plastic film so it's not sticky. IMO, the bar magnets and the round magnets are about equal in holding strength. I perfer the bar magnets because they're easier to find it they get stuck on something! |
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Post by mygigiscraps on Feb 12, 2018 16:34:47 GMT
I get what you are saying. When you heat emboss, it's really hard to get it lined back up in the corner. I have the same issue, and agree with everyone else. Taping really helps. I hadn't considered a transparency film in addition to that. I'll have to try it.
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Post by anniefb on Feb 12, 2018 16:44:40 GMT
I haven't had to tape my paper down yet, but it's a good idea. In addition to the TH magnets, I have one bar magnet which does seem to help.
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Post by riley on Feb 12, 2018 21:29:07 GMT
I use one of the Little B grids on top of my paper while I position the stamp. Then the LB sticks to the stamp, not the paper. I got to to line up sentiments, but it works great for layered stamps. When I bought mine, from Amazon, it was a two pack. Which I didn't realize until it got here. TIP - I didn't remove the plastic film so it's not sticky. IMO, the bar magnets and the round magnets are about equal in holding strength. I perfer the bar magnets because they're easier to find it they get stuck on something! This is a really great idea for when you are lining up before inking. I’m ordering one and in the meantime just using a piece of acetate grid when I line up my stamps. I’d rather peel that off the stamps than reposition my cardstock. |
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Post by 50offscrapper on Feb 13, 2018 0:55:21 GMT
I agree with the suggestions of making sure your paper or cardstock is firmly pushed into the corner, then add washi tape on the edges. The paper or cardstock can still sometimes lift, even with powerful magnets, especially if you use clear stamps, which can have a major stickiness that rubber stamps don't. By positioning it into the corner, you can get it back to the same, exact position, even if it moves. Hopefully the washi tape with keep it in position when combined with the magnets. The TH stamp platform came with 2 magnets that are a decent size. I went to Michaels and bought additional magnets, but smaller round ones. They are still pretty strong, but they fit in smaller spaces, like the corner, without interfering with my stamping. Someo fmy clear layered stamps are ultra sticky. With those, even with extra magnets, sometimes the paper lifts. Washi tape is helpful in those cases. Also, I would not use the heat gun on the embossing powder without removing the paper or cardstock from the platform. The heat gun could potentially damage the platform. I don't know if it would, but heat guns get very hot. I would not personally take the risk. I remove the paper to emboss. Think I will try more magnets. Thanks. |
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Post by 50offscrapper on Feb 13, 2018 1:01:34 GMT
I use one of the Little B grids on top of my paper while I position the stamp. Then the LB sticks to the stamp, not the paper. I got to to line up sentiments, but it works great for layered stamps. When I bought mine, from Amazon, it was a two pack. Which I didn't realize until it got here. TIP - I didn't remove the plastic film so it's not sticky. IMO, the bar magnets and the round magnets are about equal in holding strength. I perfer the bar magnets because they're easier to find it they get stuck on something! Let me make sure I understand. When positioning your stamp, you make the little B on top of the cardstock to make sure everything is lined up. Then you position the stamp. Press down and it stick to the hinge. You then remove the Little B. |
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Post by GiantsFan on Feb 13, 2018 1:07:27 GMT
I use one of the Little B grids on top of my paper while I position the stamp. Then the LB sticks to the stamp, not the paper. I got to to line up sentiments, but it works great for layered stamps. When I bought mine, from Amazon, it was a two pack. Which I didn't realize until it got here. TIP - I didn't remove the plastic film so it's not sticky. IMO, the bar magnets and the round magnets are about equal in holding strength. I perfer the bar magnets because they're easier to find it they get stuck on something! Let me make sure I understand. When positioning your stamp, you make the little B on top of the cardstock to make sure everything is lined up. Then you position the stamp. Press down and it stick to the hinge. You then remove the Little B. Yep. I put the paper down with magnets. Put the Little B (or other acetate) on top of cardstock. Put the stamp on the acetate and line it up. Press down on the lid to pick up the stamp. The Little B or acetate will stick to the stamp. Remove it from the stamp, ink and press. I like I mentioned in my first post, I like the Little B because of the grid lines for sentiments. But I'm sure you could use a piece of packaging. Or even the clear side of the acetate the stamp set is on. ETA: Sadly this was not an original idea from me. I saw it on YT from one of my card-making people (I can't remember who). |
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Post by 50offscrapper on Feb 13, 2018 4:58:31 GMT
This is why I was asking. youtu.be/lRn07FmjumgSaw this. This is another idea.https://youtu.be/vwrKaVJhc8w |
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Post by anniefb on Feb 14, 2018 8:14:49 GMT
Great idea! I have a little B guide somewhere- will pull it out and use it.
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