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Clear Stamps

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21:52 07-Sep-2010

How do I use  Clear Stamps?

Clear Stamps are used with our clear acrylic handles for easy inking and
positioning. Each set comes on a clear plastic carrier sheet with a printed index and a cover
sheet to protect from dust, glitter, etc. Peel the stamp design from the carrier carefully the
first time, and place on the clear acrylic handle. The stamp will cling by itself without
adhesives. Unlike woodmounted stamps, clear stamps will work best with light pressure for
both inking and stamping. Use more than one image on a handle if desired. Clean stamps
while still on the handle and replace onto the carrier. Stamps sets can be stored in our
Clear Stamps Tote or in our Storage Solutions™ Thin container.


What inks can I use with Clear Stamps?

Most inks that you use for your woodmounted stamps can be used with Clear
Stamps. However, some inks will stain your stamps more than others. Staining does not harm
the surface or the performance of clear stamps. We prefer Versafine™ inks for use on your
clear stamps. This ink provides a crisp, clean image with only a light pressure. It also cleans
off easily and almost stain free
.

How do I clean Clear Stamps?

Clean your stamps as you would your woodmounted stamps. Use any of the following:

  • stamp cleaners
  • baby wipes
  • soap and water
  • rubbing alcohol
  • or for tough stains Spoto stain remover

Avoid acetone, bleach and oil-based cleaners, these will damage your stamps. Use rubbing
alcohol to clean acrylic handles. We suggest cleaning clear stamps while they are still on the
acrylic handle. DO NOT clean your stamps in a sink. Small parts can be easily lost down a
drain and cannot be replaced. If you want to use water, clean your stamps in a small bowl.


How do you create different designs with the elements in the sets?

Clear Stamps are designed in interactive sets that allow the pieces to work together
in a variety of ways. Most sets include small elements that are intended to act as borders or
backgrounds to complement the main images.

Each element can be inked separately, then positioned precisely with our clear acrylic handle.
You can also combine several images on a block to create a larger image in one inking.

Alphabets provide numerous opportunities to create words for greetings, invitations, scrapbook
page titles, etc. When more than one of a specific letter is needed simply set up the word on
the acrylic block. Use the letter in its normal position the first time. When you reach the place
where the letter appears again, remove it from its previous location and move it to the new
spot. Stamp the word with the letter in its final postion. Then, simply put that letter on a small
block by itself and use the see-through positionability of Clear Stamps to stamp
it right in place as many times as necessary