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Forum: General Stamping Talk
08-27-2025, 12:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,961
Posted By pengwen

During COVID, I decided to unmount 99% of my wood...

During COVID, I decided to unmount 99% of my wood stamps and use clear blocks or a stamp positioner from that point on. Love it, and so much more space on my shelves! it's easy to remove both...
Forum: General Stamping Talk
07-30-2025, 08:29 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,578
Posted By pengwen

I have an old Big Shot machine and love to use my...

I have an old Big Shot machine and love to use my Magic Mat with the Magnetic Platform, no need for tape any more! I do need a shim to get the right sandwich and need to heat the Magic Mat...
Forum: General Stamping Talk
09-25-2024, 11:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,042
Posted By pengwen

Card jackets for A2 are easily available to use...

Card jackets for A2 are easily available to use for selling cards and also allowing them to be opened and the insides read (A7 size also). However, these are more expensive than just 6" x 8" flat...
Forum: General Stamping Talk
08-08-2024, 08:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,865
Posted By pengwen

I actually just use a piece of double-sided clear...

I actually just use a piece of double-sided clear tape to attach my stamps to a clear block. It's instant to use, cheap, and not messy at all. It's better to touch it to your clothing a bit or it...
Forum: Tool & Product Talk
08-28-2020, 08:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,572
Posted By pengwen

<div>I unmounted all of my SU wood stamps, so...

<div>I unmounted all of my SU wood stamps, so much more room now (I'm a demo, and have a lot!) Nuke groups of stamps ~15 seconds, peel off the rubber with cushion and label.&nbsp; Use double-sided...
Forum: General Stamping Talk
08-28-2020, 08:07 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 8,180
Posted By pengwen

Judging by the number of replies, we've all lost...

Judging by the number of replies, we've all lost a tiny die somewhere! Mine was gone for months so I bought another set.&nbsp; Later I found it on the bottom of the package of magnetic sheets I use...
Forum: Mission: Organization
03-28-2018, 12:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,363
Posted By pengwen

I also store my 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock in hanging...

I also store my 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock in hanging folders but I use a 2 drawer lateral file (IKEA) right next to my crafting table and love it for paper storage. I keep 2 color packs (maximum 48...
Forum: General Stamping Talk
02-08-2017, 07:56 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,075
Posted By pengwen

I've been able to use up some of my chipboard...

I've been able to use up some of my chipboard pieces as "dimensionals" - adhesive on both sides and put below piece instead of foam to raise up parts on a card. Will also be using as picture frame,...
Forum: General Stamping Talk
06-06-2016, 11:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,976
Posted By pengwen

I think pricing for Stamp a Stacks and stamp...

I think pricing for Stamp a Stacks and stamp classes are often based on complexity of the cards and "what the market will bear" in your area. I charge $15 for 4 different cards including envelopes...
Forum: General Stamping Talk
03-30-2016, 07:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,231
Posted By pengwen

I have been a Stampin' Up demo for over 11 years,...

I have been a Stampin' Up demo for over 11 years, and still love doing monthly stamp classes the most. I do in-home workshops for others as requested, but my bread and butter to support my...
Forum: General Stamping Talk
03-30-2016, 07:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 15,553
Posted By pengwen

The best way to score almost any card stock but...

The best way to score almost any card stock but especially the heavier weights is with the larger ball end of a stylus, like the one that comes with the Stampin' Up Scoreboard or that you can buy for...
Forum: Tool & Product Talk
03-11-2016, 02:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,775
Posted By pengwen

If your main problem with the 6" wide Big Shot...

If your main problem with the 6" wide Big Shot are some embossing folders that are only slightly too large going in "landscape", you can easily trim off the excess plastic folder edge without...
Forum: General Stamping Talk
08-13-2014, 06:45 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,152
Posted By pengwen

Adding in my yes vote for the Magnetic Platform. ...

Adding in my yes vote for the Magnetic Platform. Way easier than tape or post-its to hold your thin dies, once you try it you'll never want to go back. Lots more room to do many die cuts in one...
Forum: Tool & Product Talk
07-16-2014, 02:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,761
Posted By pengwen

remount words on the sides

When I want maximum options for stamp images that have words below them, I cut off the words and mount them on the side or bottom of the wood block. Then I have them together when I want them, but...
Forum: Mission: Organization
07-09-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,185
Posted By pengwen

If you are winding lace or ribbon around your...

If you are winding lace or ribbon around your hand, do it in a figure-8 pattern around your thumb and pinkie finger, which I learned from working in a fabric store. Finish winding the last end by...
Forum: Tool & Product Talk
07-09-2014, 12:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,763
Posted By pengwen

I've had the Scor-Pal, MS, and SU scoreboards...

I've had the Scor-Pal, MS, and SU scoreboards including the diagonal plate and SU wins hands down. Scor-Pal did not have the 1/8" measurements then, and MS slots for scoring were to thin, scoring...
Forum: Techniques
12-12-2007, 07:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,177
Posted By pengwen

If you just want to make a quick pouch, you can...

If you just want to make a quick pouch, you can use the clear Stampin' Up cello bags and stamp a nice matching cardstock topper for it: fold a piece of cardstock in half the same width of the bag and...
Forum: Tool & Product Talk
12-12-2007, 06:51 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 11,854
Posted By pengwen

If I store it well, I have room for more...

I took some old wooden VCR tape organizer shelves that my dad was going to toss and mounted them on the wall. They are fantastic for ink pads or the large background stamps. Gets them up out of the...
Forum: Techniques
11-15-2006, 12:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,078
Posted By pengwen

Another way to dry emboss a frame neatly is to...

Another way to dry emboss a frame neatly is to use the inside rectangle of a photo mat. You can use store bought ones or cut one to your own measurements with a Hobby Blade or paper trimmer.
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