Canvas VS Linen background stamps

[99STAMPS]

I totally cant tell much difference in the book and havent seen the Canvas or Linen background stamps in person--any opinions on which one I should get?
Its just so hard to tell by the photo in the book. Any opinions would be appreciated.

Thanks

[amysings]

I have both--if I were just going to buy one, it would probably be Linen. It is a finer texture. Canvas looks more like a fine mesh.

[NYstamper]

I also have both and prefer linen.

[Joan B]

ditto. I have linen, canvas and aida! And like them in that order. Linen is simply the BEST background stamp I have ever used.

[kristransue]

Linen for me too if I had to choose. I absolutely loved canvas until linen came along.

[carscrap]

I too was trying to decide between these two backgrounds, so thanks for sharing everyone!!

[Ellibelle]

I have both too and also prefer linen.

[Ally]

I have both and like children, I couldn't pick my favorite. Linen is more feminine, canvas more masculine, so they both have their uses! ;)

[99STAMPS]

thanks so much for the replies---I'm thinking I will start with
Linen. (and maybe down the line get Canvas)

[deb_loves_stamping]

Linen is my preference too ... in fact, I traded away my Canvas for something else!

[lauralynn]

I used Canvas like crazy, until I got Linen. Now I use Linen on more than half of my projects and rarely use Canvas. But I won't let go of it either! I think Linen combines nicely with other backgrounds as it is more subtle.

[housefan]

I loved Canvas until I got linen. I loved Linen until I got Aida. I will never part with Linen or Aida. I am not using Canvas quite as much any more.

[nmslmomto3]

I have both, I tend to use linen much more, but only because it is a softer look. Canvas definately has it's place, especially on male cards.

[CherylPenner]

I have both. I use linen way more than canvas.

[ckv]

I've been using my canvas..and still loviing it. It all depends on your cards, if you want the soft look, go for linen. I like canvas b/c I tend to have an artsy card and the images are bold and cartoonish. It gives the background its own look and stands out on its own. When I want my background to have the textured look, I apply my canvas in a brownish color.

[jdmeeks]

Linen is best! I have both!

[nannersmom]

What everyone said. I have both and used Canvas a lot before Linen came out. Canvas looks nice on masculine cards. Linen looks beautiful on feminine cards or when you need to add a little visual texture.

HTH!
Stacy

[Bubsette]

Thanks everyone for your comments...very helpful...I have canvas and love it...was wondering whether I should get linen...I like the idea of canvas for masculine and more texture...and linen for a feminine softer look...linen it is for my next order...thanks

[gaylestamps]

Canvas: window screen (Cute As A Bug)
Linen: burlap (All Wrapped Up)

You mean I have to choose? I can think of many more uses for both!