Rubber Stamps

Make Your Own Rubber Stamps

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:46:46 -0500

Other supplies you will need include a cutting tool with which you can carve fine details. An Exacto knife is the perfect type of cutter for this purpose. You may also want to use a needle for poking out small pieces and detailing tiny areas. A pattern is also important, perhaps the most important part of making a stamp. Your pattern can be everything from an alphabet letter to the Mona Lisa. Shrink your pattern down to size using a photocopier. There are two easy ways to transfer the image to the eraser. Tags: Make Your Own Rubber Stamps

Ideas for Using an Oriental Rubber Stamp

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:46:46 -0500

If you are considering using stamps for both porous and non-porous surfaces, you may want to try an ink like Palette Hybrid. This ink is great because it can be used on many different surfaces, although it must be heat treated when used on glossy, non-porous items. Today's stamp ink is available in a wide variety of colors. Many people prefer traditional black ink because it looks crisp and clean. Some crafters like to add color to their stamped images using colored pencils, paints, markers or chalk. Tags: Oriental Rubber Stamp

Hobby Rubber Stamps for Use in Your Scrapbook

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:46:46 -0500

One way to use these stamps is to create a pretty border around a scrapbook page. You can find stamps that tie in with every theme. For example, if the photos on the page are of your child playing soccer, try using a soccer ball stamp. Maybe the photos are of your family at the ocean. A seashell stamp is the perfect accompaniment for such a theme. There are also alphabet and word stamps that you can use. You can even order customized stamps created to your specifications. Customized stamps are often used by businesses who send out lots of mail. Tags: Hobby Rubber Stamps