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Rhonda in TX
PeaNut
PeaNut 339,706
September 2007
Posts: 436
Layouts: 15
Loc: Houston, TX
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I have an office supply store date stamp and a Dear Lizzy Neopolitan date stamp. I cannot get the thing to stamp properly! I'm always either missing part of the date/phrase, or, if I'm very careful to get it stamped, I get the edge of the roller on it. What is the technique to use these? I have a similar problem with long, skinny stamps. One I have is a row of dots followed by the numbers 1-9. |
Been scrappin' for 15 years
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devildog
Be gentle; I'm a delicate little flower
PeaNut 172,765
October 2004
Posts: 11,470
Layouts: 2
Loc: Why do you wanna know?
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I think you have to be really careful when inking the stamp--very lightly tap the stamp on the ink pad a couple of times making sure not to rock the stamp. When stamping, same thing--be sure not to rock the stamp on the paper. Also, when using long, thin phrase stamps, if I push the stamp down too hard on the paper, the letters/words tend to smoosh together.
One thing I noticed for me at least is I have to make sure to use a stamping block that's the closest in size to the stamp. I noticed if I use a stamp block a lot bigger than the stamp, I've had a tendency to get extra ink on the block which has transferred to the paper. |
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devildog
Be gentle; I'm a delicate little flower
PeaNut 172,765
October 2004
Posts: 11,470
Layouts: 2
Loc: Why do you wanna know?
| Posted: 2/3/2013 6:42:30 AM
Oh, and I always do a test stamp or 2 before I stamp directly on a LO. This way I get a feel for how much ink I've used, how much pressure to use, etc. |
*****Natalie*****
FYI--That avatar is NOT me; it's NOT my DH; it's NOT my father; and, I'm NOT related to him by blood or marriage. It's just a dude...wearing a Wal-Mart bag.
"May the fleas of a thousand camels infest your crotch and may your arms be too short to scratch." TheSeaBee&Me, 5/20/2009
I love the smell of drama in the morning!
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identicaltriplets
To God be the Glory!
PeaNut 221,552
September 2005
Posts: 6,220
Layouts: 435
Loc: Glad to be back in the Carolinas!
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It is very easy to get ink on the edges of a roller stamp. I always check mine and use my finger to wipe ink off the edges if any is there before stamping. Otherwise, I stamp and enjoy how it comes out. Sometimes it fun when it's not so perfect.  |
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tiffanyo
BucketHead
PeaNut 556,456
June 2012
Posts: 918
Layouts: 2
| Posted: 2/3/2013 7:30:01 AM
I agree with both posters above! Multiple gentle taps work better than pressing the stamp into the ink really hard, and I keep a baby wipe handy to clean up the edges before stamping. | |
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Sherry C
BucketHead
PeaNut 286,156
December 2006
Posts: 942
Layouts: 59
Loc: TN
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I hear ya! Even though I always do a couple of test stamps, it's very hard to get it right. |
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SadieGirl3
BucketHead
PeaNut 436,848
September 2009
Posts: 554
Layouts: 0
Loc: Pittsburgh, PA
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Good post! I have problems with the date stamp too. I will definitely try some of the tips here! |
Sue
Sometimes you have to believe before you are able to see......
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rlturner17
PeaNut
PeaNut 490,597
December 2010
Posts: 42
Layouts: 4
Loc: Pittsburgh
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I have been having the same problem with date stamps...I've pretty much given up on them and just write the date myself  | |
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desertgirl
PeaFixture
PeaNut 256,534
April 2006
Posts: 3,467
Layouts: 0
| Posted: 2/3/2013 9:04:04 AM
I used to use one for work back when I was a teen in the 60's. It NEVER came out clean. I think the "look" is designed for what Patter described. | |
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anitatina
PeaNut
PeaNut 567,835
September 2012
Posts: 342
Layouts: 52
Loc: San Francisco, CA
| Posted: 2/3/2013 9:07:26 AM
I definitely have the same problem. Now when I use a date stamp, I kind of expect it to come out a little wonky and actually don't mind the look. Just "roll" with it! |
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HoneyBee13
PeaAddict
PeaNut 563,248
August 2012
Posts: 1,131
Layouts: 0
Loc: Florida
| Posted: 2/3/2013 9:13:01 AM
I was having the same problem and I just recently bought Versafine ink and when I tested it, it was clear as a bell. No smudges or smears or ink where it shouldn't be.  |
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Miss Kathy
PEAlicious
PeaNut 309,431
April 2007
Posts: 328
Layouts: 1
| Posted: 2/3/2013 9:21:35 AM
So glad I'm not the only one with this problem. I always take a few practice stamps before I actually stamp on my layout, but when I think I've got it right...I still mess up on the layout. So disapointing. | |
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ridelow
StuckOnPeas
PeaNut 198,192
March 2005
Posts: 2,293
Layouts: 22
Loc: Ohio
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LottaFire
PeaNut
PeaNut 555,986
May 2012
Posts: 471
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| Posted: 2/3/2013 10:53:48 AM
Glad I'm not the only one! I don't even use mine any more. | |
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zimmy85
PeaNut
PeaNut 518,528
August 2011
Posts: 449
Layouts: 0
Loc: IN
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I have the same problem I finally gave up on it being perfect and just go with whatever comes out but it does irritate me lol |
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Artfulscrapbooking
PeaNut
PeaNut 572,333
November 2012
Posts: 228
Layouts: 17
Count: 3 | Posted: 2/3/2013 11:28:05 AM
I never get my date stamps quite right, so I like the trend of repeated stamping of the date with the ink getting lighter and lighter. I actually got the date stamped pretty evenly on my last layout, but I missed that extra repeated stamping look, so I stamped the date again anyway...go figure!! 
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amom23
Ancient Ancestor of Pea
PeaNut 108,542
September 2003
Posts: 6,356
Layouts: 0
Loc: ND
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My general approach to stamping is that it isn't suppose to be perfect. Once I adopted that mindset all was good again. |
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hotpinklpstck
PeaNut
PeaNut 508,490
May 2011
Posts: 84
Layouts: 1
Loc: Illinois
| Posted: 2/3/2013 11:34:16 AM
I have been using the Staz On ink or I use markers to ink the stamp and those help to make it look better. |
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LisaEDesign
PeaAddict
PeaNut 439,654
September 2009
Posts: 1,092
Layouts: 209
Loc: NC
| Posted: 2/3/2013 1:44:59 PM
I had the same problems and then started using my Stampin' Up! markers to ink the stamp. That way I can keep the ink off the edges. Also, I roll the stamp a little back and forth to get all of the date to appear. |
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Pottle
EncycloPEAdia
PeaNut 271,557
August 2006
Posts: 3,466
Layouts: 401
Loc: Maine
| Posted: 2/3/2013 1:49:15 PM
I feel roller date stamp challenged, too. I always try it out a few times before, and my practice is better than on the page. I often have to fill in the bottom of the date numbers with a pen.
But I still love them. |
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Rhonda in TX
PeaNut
PeaNut 339,706
September 2007
Posts: 436
Layouts: 15
Loc: Houston, TX
| Posted: 2/4/2013 3:05:12 AM
Thanks for all the tips! I will be giving these a try. |
Been scrappin' for 15 years
Homeschool mom of 2 - DS (16) and DD (15) | |
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CristinaC
PeaNut
PeaNut 324,465
June 2007
Posts: 217
Layouts: 247
| Posted: 2/4/2013 6:30:14 AM
They are a bit of a pain to use, but I am embracing the messy stamping. |
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biochemipea
likes shiny things
PeaNut 114,614
November 2003
Posts: 19,365
Layouts: 444
Loc: Ontario, Canada
| Posted: 2/4/2013 10:12:25 AM
I never get a nice image with my date stamp. So I've decided just to embrace the mess and go for that incomplete, grungy look. I usually stamp a few times over and over above or below the initial impression. |
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Cade387
PeaNut
PeaNut 566,163
September 2012
Posts: 174
Layouts: 1
| Posted: 2/4/2013 11:08:21 AM
I don't have a problem inking - I have a problem lining it up! It is always above or below where I think it will be. It only bothers me when I'm aiming for a small space or tag or something, but it for someone who never really needed a SAJ even with red rubber, I can't manage those little guys  | |
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knjmcdonald
PeaNut
PeaNut 538,186
January 2012
Posts: 118
Layouts: 4
Loc: Texas
| Posted: 2/4/2013 11:11:42 AM
Put me in the gave up and learned to embrace the imperfection camp. I am going to try some Versafine ink though. |
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PeaLegs
PeaAddict
PeaNut 331,309
August 2007
Posts: 1,148
Layouts: 105
Loc: Canby, Oregon!! :D
| Posted: 2/4/2013 11:17:21 AM
Great tips! I like the idea of using a marker! |
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Paisleys Garden
StuckOnPeas
PeaNut 464,263
April 2010
Posts: 2,848
Layouts: 8
Loc: MinneSNOWta
| Posted: 2/4/2013 11:25:25 AM
Put a piece of foam, or a mouse pad, under the paper before stamping. It makes a huge difference. I forgot to do that last night and totally screwed up my finished layout. Then I stamped it again with the foam; that time it turned out great, now I have a wonky image with a clear image above it. Embracing the wonkiness. | |
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Casii
CasiioPEA
PeaNut 128,923
February 2004
Posts: 8,429
Layouts: 112
Loc: Maryland
| Posted: 2/4/2013 11:32:03 AM
Some great tips! I've had the same issues and to some degree, I've come to accept the imperfect stamping, even stamping off 2-3 times right on the layout. |
Ciao,
Casii
Granny Panty Chic
Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on or by imbeciles who really mean it. ~Mark Twain
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Dancingfish
Ancient Ancestor of Pea
PeaNut 51,456
October 2002
Posts: 14,093
Layouts: 83
Loc: VA
 | Posted: 2/4/2013 3:08:52 PM
My roller stamp is always very iffy on getting everything down. So much so that I was thinking of buying another one to see if it was just me or the stamp itself... I have tried being very careful but geez it just doesn't work. |
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Michelle StClair
Is it naptime?
PeaNut 57,742
December 2002
Posts: 9,310
Layouts: 747
Loc: Apex, NC
| Posted: 2/4/2013 6:14:41 PM
I don't dip my stamper in ink. I use a pen (like a Zig pen) to color the date. Then I stamp onto my paper. |
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drei9840
PeaWee
PeaNut 544,459
February 2012
Posts: 12
Layouts: 0
Loc: Northern Idaho
| Posted: 2/4/2013 6:18:24 PM
Thanks for asking this question b/c i just bought one and was experiencing the same issues...now at least i have some helpful tips to try. Thanks peas!!! | |
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