Classic ink? Pigment ink? StazOn? VersaMark? OH MY there are a lot of different kinds of ink pads out there. Today, I’ve got your ultimate guide to which ink pads to use and when! Let’s clear the confusion and answer all those questions on ‘which ink do I use and when!”
In today’s Tuesday Tip, I will talk about each different type of ink pad, how to use each, and what purpose they serve. BONUS: I have a FREE DOWNLOAD for you to print and save!
Ultimate Guide to Ink Pads | A Video Tutorial You’ll want to bookmark and save!
Stampin’ Up! has the best card making supplies on the market in my opinion and if you are asking yourself which ink is best for stamping and card making then you’re in the right place! I’m asked all the time “is memento ink waterproof?” “is StazOn ink permanent?” “what are the best ink pads?”…these and many other questions. I think this video will clear it all up for you.
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Thank you SO MUCH for joining me today! I hope today’s video taught you some things you didn’t know about ink pads or maybe it just made you realize you already know what you needed to know.
Don’t forget to grab the FREE DOWNLOAD (click here). It’s a great reference to keep!
Make it a GREAT day my sweet Stampin’ Peep! See you on Thursday!
22 Comments
JoAnn DeHeer
on October 22, 2019 at 7:23 am
connie!!!
you are the BEST EVER !!!
thank you for all this info in ONE place.
have printed out two copies *just in case if.*
Thanks so much Connie. As always, you make everything so easy to understand. Thanks too for the printout. I will add it to my priceless collection of your other oh-so-helpful printouts.
I love this video! I am going to put some alcohol in my aqua painter! Your videos are always short and to the point and I just love all the tips you give!
Thanks Connie for the great information. All the different stamp pads do get confusing. You mentioned just a bit about cleaning your stamps. Now THAT is what I am confused about. I still use the old Stampin Scrub with the cleaning liquid (actually I found a recipe on line for some). I notice you use the simply Shammy. I have one of those but never used it much. Please help clear up my confusion!
Thanks!!
Melinda, it’s a personal preference. I love my Stampin’ Scrub but when the Shammy came out, I found it quicker and easier to use. I have talked to other stampers who prefer their Stampin’ Scrub. Use what makes you happy.
When you fill the aqua painter with alcohol is it 50 percent isopropyl alcohol and do you add mostly water and just a few drops of alcohol so you can watercolor with the memento black ink?
I just started stamping this past Christmas season(2021) so all this is new and so confusing! All your newsletters and videos are very helpful to me- this one is priceless! I keep all your pdf’s in a binder and refer to them often. I’m able to use my supply in more ways than I ever thought possible. Sure helps while one accumulates a stash. Thank you!
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connie!!!
you are the BEST EVER !!!
thank you for all this info in ONE place.
have printed out two copies *just in case if.*
Thanks so much JoAnn! I am so glad you found the download helpful!
Thank you for the video on the inks. Now realizing I bought the wrong ones oops
Oh no! Which ones did you buy? Maybe this video will help you use them in a different way.
Thanks so much Connie. As always, you make everything so easy to understand. Thanks too for the printout. I will add it to my priceless collection of your other oh-so-helpful printouts.
Oh Althea! I love knowing that you have been saving them. I try to offer a printout as often as I can.
I love this video! I am going to put some alcohol in my aqua painter! Your videos are always short and to the point and I just love all the tips you give!
Jeannie, thank you for noticing that. I do try to keep my videos as short as I can. I want you stamping quickly!
Thanks Connie for the great information. All the different stamp pads do get confusing. You mentioned just a bit about cleaning your stamps. Now THAT is what I am confused about. I still use the old Stampin Scrub with the cleaning liquid (actually I found a recipe on line for some). I notice you use the simply Shammy. I have one of those but never used it much. Please help clear up my confusion!
Thanks!!
Melinda, it’s a personal preference. I love my Stampin’ Scrub but when the Shammy came out, I found it quicker and easier to use. I have talked to other stampers who prefer their Stampin’ Scrub. Use what makes you happy.
Thank you very much Connie! Sometimes I just don’t know what to use when :o)
I hope the download will help. Soon you won’t even have to think about which ink.
Thanks a lot, this video is very helpful for me. With lots of tips and ideas too
Alma, I am so glad you liked the tips in the video!
Great reference. Thank you.
I’m so glad you liked it!
When you fill the aqua painter with alcohol is it 50 percent isopropyl alcohol and do you add mostly water and just a few drops of alcohol so you can watercolor with the memento black ink?
Johnell, it’s all rubbing alcohol. There are typically 2 strengths you can get – 71% and 91%, either one will work. No water though.
Is the download still available? thanks!
Sorry, I had issues with the link. It’s working now. Yep, technology was a hot mess in my world today!
I just started stamping this past Christmas season(2021) so all this is new and so confusing! All your newsletters and videos are very helpful to me- this one is priceless! I keep all your pdf’s in a binder and refer to them often. I’m able to use my supply in more ways than I ever thought possible. Sure helps while one accumulates a stash. Thank you!
I’m so glad this was helpful to you Delores!