How to Make Note Card Sets With Stampin Up Rubber Stamps
With a simple collection of rubber stamps and ink, you can create personalized note cards for yourself or to give as gifts. This unique medium allows your creativity to flow as you design unique products that are only limited by your imagination. Use coordinating stamps to create a theme, or mix and match stamps and colors to match your own style.
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Things You'll Need
- Rubber stamps
- Rubber stamp ink pads
- Card stock and envelopes or blank precut note card sets
- Scissors
- Newspaper
- Stamp cleaner
- Ruler
- Pencil
- Eraser
Instructions
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Lay newspaper over your workspace to prevent ink stains or other damage. Make sure your workspace is clear and you have plenty of room to lay out your materials.
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Select the stamp designs and ink colors you will use for your note cards. A company called Stampin' Up offers individual image stamps as well as theme collections for everyday use, holidays, special events and assorted sentiments. You can also find a wide selection of stamps, inks and embellishments at most craft stores.
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Measure and mark the size you wish to make your note card if you are not using a precut set. Use the scissors to cut your note cards to desired size, following marks.
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To make a uniform set of note cards, use the ruler and pencil to mark where you will apply the stamp or stamps on every note card and/or envelope. If you want to make each card different, skip this step.
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Gently press the stamp, rubber side down, on a moist ink pad. Be sure to check that all the lines on the design are covered with ink for a solid, even transfer.
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Press the inked stamp onto the note card and/or envelope where desired, using even pressure. Do not rock the stamp back and forth on the paper. Repeat this process for all your note cards. Allow ink to air-dry for about 60 seconds before touching to avoid smearing.
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Tips & Warnings
You can color in your stamps with crayons, colored pencils, watercolors pens, gel pens or any other medium.
Embellish your note cards by creating layered effects or attaching accents with other Stampin' Up or craft products.
Children should be supervised when using scissors or ink.
Ink should not be ingested. Follow product guidelines and warnings.
Do not leave ink pads uncovered for long periods of time, as they will dry up.
Use the recommended cleaner to remove ink residue from rubber stamps to prevent discoloration or uneven ink buildup.
