Clear-Mount, “Stamper-Friendly”

 

Yesterday I shared my insights on whether to buy Stampin' Up! sets in wood-mount or clear-mount.

 

Both options come with the same great quality you and I expect from Stampin' Up!  And they both have positives and negatives to consider.

 

But Clear-Mount can offer you a few snags that you may like a little help maneuvering through.  So I thought I'd give you some pointers today….

 

Tips for Making Clear-Mount More "Stamper-Friendly"

• If/when you mount the stickers on the clear-mount stamps, do it on a flat surface so the stamps are not bowed.
  • Your stamp will "stick" to the block better.
  • Your sticker will be lined up well for more accurate stamping.

 

• I always find the best way to mount my stamp on my block is by leaving the stamp image-side down and pressing the block onto it (as opposed to holding one in each hand and pressing them together.)
  • It tends to squeeze out any air bubbles that may be present otherwise.
  • Now it's mounted as securely as possible.

 

• If your stamp wants to fall off the block easily (and you've already covered the top 2 steps), then the block and/or the stamp itself must be dirty.
  • Clear-mount "sticks" to the block by static cling.  If there are oils from your hands or even Stampin' Mist, they'll fall off more easily.
  • Clean the block and the stamp (sticker side).
  • I always keep a little bottle of rubbing alcohol around to spritz and wipe off; works well.

 

Now your clear-mount stamp should be as ready to use as your wood-mount would be.

 

I have one more TIP for you to consider when choosing clear-mount or wood-mount:

 

I told you yesterday that I really like how comfy the acrylic blocks are for the clear-mount stamps.  Plus, I like to have some of each, just so I can show either–as a demonstrator.

However, if the stamp set has tiny pieces, I ALWAYS buy it in wood-mount.  I'm afraid of losing the pieces–especially considering I stamp before running out the door. *Ü*

 

If there's something more you'd like to know, just ask!

I'm here to help you channel your inner Creative Genius!

 

Have a great day!

Steph

 

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