Is this a case of---

[Just1more]

the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence? I just got the new catty last night and I noticed Weathered and Print Pattern BG stamps. I have Cracked Antique and the other one that looks like Print Pattern and used both of them maybe once or twice, but I'm thinking I need Weathered and Print Pattern. Should I stick with the ones I have and start using them or retire them and buy the new ones. Are stamps like clothes - you have to rotate and get rid of them even when there is nothing wrong with them because styles change?

[Upstate Stamper]

In my opinion, I'd keep the ones that you have and save your money to buy other new stamps! As you say, they are nearly the same and particularly as a bg stamp, who will know??
Beth

[momil5000]

I agree with Beth...the differences aren't drastic enough that I would want to get the new ones. I love my Antique Cracking stamp!!

[mightymouse]

Use the old ones. I think BG stamps, the big ones, take some getting used to. I use mine more now that I use the brayer method of inking them up. I get a more even look and like them better.

[MaryMary]

Definitely continue to use the Antique Cracking. Just use a lighter touch with it. I used it last night, and it was perfect!

Mary

[Just1more]

Thanks I just needed some professional opinions. I'll save my $'s and spend it on some new sets!

[mbstampmagic]

oh I have the old weathered and I just got the new print pattern and it's so much bigger, I'm definetaly getting the new weathered

[Shanon]

DITTO!!!:p

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Originally Posted by mightymouse

Use the old ones. I think BG stamps, the big ones, take some getting used to. I use mine more now that I use the brayer method of inking them up. I get a more even look and like them better.