Clear stamp stamping…How was I supposed to know this stuff?!?

I ordered 3 items that totaled $54.87 and was still charged the S&H, I had to call customer service and ask to have it taken off, then it was issued as a “refund” and only took off $2.99 instead of the $3.00 and it did take off the $1.50 on each of the other 2 items.  I don’t know why it didn’t automatically deduct the shipping and handling, I was told it would go off at midnite, but the next day it was still there. It shouldn’t have to take me calling to ask for it, if it is advertised. that way!

I love clearance shopping! 

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If the shoe fits….

I placed my clearance order! Thx for the reminder !

SERIOUSLY! Thanks much…ShortDiva

Yaaaay… thanks, Diva!!!

Dear pipman, I have found that if you use clear stamps they have to be on some sort of block, either a square or rectangular one you can get at any craft store or I purchased the Crafters Companion Rock-a-blocks and like those. After you stick the stamp to the block turn it so that it is facing up towards you and then use the stamp pad and tap it onto the block. For large designs the larger ink pads work the best. I have many different types of stamps  and I have never had to sand or clean any of them prior to use. The clear ones you can take off the base block when you are done and wash it with soap and water. Not sure if this helps or not but this is what works for me.

Pipman have you heard of Jennifer McGuire, she is AWESOME for all these tips and tricks and her own U tube videos. She has her own blog JenniferMcGuireInk She has such amazing things on there, and she also has givaways almost everyday, I have never entered any of them, but i probably should. I have learned so many cool tips and tricks from her on her blog and her videos. Check her out if you haven’t already I am sure you will be hooked. Hope this is helpful to you.

And I thought I was the only one who has learned (what little I know about stamping) the hard way! LOL  I have gone through the same issues you’ve described. I have not used any type of emory board though. Stamping seems to be a craft that requires a lot of trial and error (much error in my case). Like you, I found a stamping mat is helpful. I have had a much better stamping experience using Crafters Companion Rock a Blocks instead the standard blocks. I think the rocking motion helps me stamp more evenly. I also like their stamps.

Good Luck! :smileyhappy:

I’m gald you posted this, I was having similar experience.

It gets worse  . . .   they don’t tell you different clear stamps work best with different inks on different paper brands and surfaces (textured, smooth non porous and different weights of both).  And one brand of clear stamps isn’t always consistent with any of these. Not only that but the type of clear stamp within one brand makes a difference.  Outline stamps do better with most inks and papers than more complex images. Brands of  inks also differ even if you’re chosing all pigment or all dye inks. Using your stamp pad under the stamp will help with all inks and all paper surfaces and weights.  BUT you still have to experiment,  The key is to love the process.  There’s no escape –foam mounted red rubber stamps also have similar issues and inconsistencies.

I would’t sand it! that would take away the sharp image of any stamp. Just  scrub it with a soft toothbrush, let it dry. Maybe you’re pressing too hard & smudging the image. Yes, it is hard to get ink all over a large solid area. Use lots of ink, look at the stamp to see if it’s covered with ink, and press down a little harder, rub it, in that area when stamping.