Using Unmounted Stamps

What are unmounted stamps?

Unmounted means that you get the red rubber die image only.

Why unmounted stamps are the smart choice:

Saves you money – at least ½ the cost of mounted stamps.
Storage – You can store hundreds of stamps in a very small space.
Ease of use – When using with an acrylic block system you can see exactly where an image will stamp. NO need for a stamp positioner.

How to use your unmounted stamps

Once you have your unmounted stamp you will have to choose a mounting system. I have found the easiest and quickest way is the EZMount system. Below is a list of all you need to get started.

Unmounted Stamps (of course)
EZMount foam
Sharp scissors (recommended Kai Scissors)
Acrylic Block

It’s an A4 sheet of foam that is ultra sticky on one side (this sticks to the rubber) and smooth on the other side, which then clings like magic to your acrylic block (and EZ Mount storage panels).

Once you have your stamps and EZ Mount, just peel the backing off the sticky side of EZ Mount foam and stick the rubber stamp/sheet on top of it, image side up. Cut off any extra foam around the stamp.

The Stamp n’ Stor panels are excellent for all of your unmounted stamps. The stamps cling to the panels in the same way they do to the blocks. Several panels can be put into a standard 3 ring binder. I find this a wonderful system for keeping my stamps organised. Great also when going away anywhere, just pick-up your folder with all your stamps and blocks.

Using Photo art stamps

Photo stamps require an even pressure to produce all the fine details of the image. The first thing to do is make sure that you ink up the stamp well, (you will see the image appear as you add ink to it). Always practice on scrap paper/card first before using on a special project. You can use matte or glossy cardstock; I find that high gloss card gives that photo quality look. So that you would think even yourself that it’s a real photo. My favourite inks to use are StazOn and Archival inks, but it’s all about experimenting so don’t be limited in what you try. Remember once you have finished stamping always give your stamps a good clean.

USING UNMOUNTED STAMPS