Did you know JustRite Stamps are Color Coded? More FAQS

Did you know that JustRite Stamps are color coded?
That's right we have color coded our stamps. Since July 2008 we have color coded each size of our wooden stampers. The rubber grid on the wooden stamper is color coded to match the color rubber of the coordinating size designer centers and borders stamps. Remember Granimals? ( they have a very clever little jingle on their site- sure to make you chuckle...and remember when they first were introduced on the market). It is the same basic principal. For example our 1 5/8" stamper, designer centers and borders are all purple. Our new 2" stamper is also purple because it accepts all the 1 5/8" product. Our 2 3/8" stamper is pink, our 3 1/4" stamper is green and our new 1 3/16" stamper is gray. Our new blister packaging will make it even easier for you to shop in your favorite store, because you will actually be able to see the stamps in the package. So if you have a 1 5/8" stamper just remember that you need purple stamps!!

The exception to the rule: Our Fonts come in different colors too but you can use any font in any size of our stampers. Font is interchangeable with all our products. However 95 point font is too large to fit in the 1 3/16th" stamper. We have given each of our fonts a color so that it is easier to put away your letters once you have used them.

Is it okay to trim my JustRite Stamps? Yes, for certain images we actually recommend trimming you stamps just like you trimmed your SU Stamps. In our original stamp designs we had large areas of rubber without any graphic images. Since our stamps are not deeply etched it is very easy to over ink your stamp. You will get a much cleaner impression if you trim some of your stamps close to the graphic images. See the stamps that Sharon Johnson trimmed in the above photo. Notice the color coding. Want more information on how to correctly cut your stamp images? Scroll to the bottom of Sharon's conditioning post to find all the details.

Have a great weekend. If you have any additional questions you would like answered simply post your question in the comment section of this post.

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JustRite Self-Inking Monogram Stamper

Did you see the gorgeous Monogram cards from scraps on Debbies Blog?? Isn't this just Fabulous!! For more details visit Debbie's post.

Today we are going to talk about the JustRite Self- Inking Monogram Stamper and answer a few more questions about how our products work.

Currently we carry one 1 5/8" monogram self-inking stamper. All component pieces for the self-inking model and the 1 5/8" wooden stamper are compatible. You can use all of our 1 5/8" products with either our wooden stamper or with our self-inking stamper.

What does a self- inking stamper do differently than my wooden stamper?
A self-inking stamper enables you to make dozen of impressions in a matter of seconds. The self-inking stamper comes which a reversible pad which is inked black on one side and dry on the reverse side. When you receive your stamper the inkpad has been inserted with the dry side of the ink pad facing up.

How do I stamp my image using the monogram stamper?
To start stamping simply remove the ink pad and place it back into your stamper with the black ink side up. Chose a border and a designer center to design your image or a border and letters to design your monogram. Simply snap the stamps into place. Make sure they are fully locked into place. Flip the monogram stamper over and turn the writing on the black barrel toward you, using the palm of your hand press down on the top of the stamper and stamp your image. We recommend testing your image on scrap paper to ensure that all of your image is fully inked. If your image is not fully inked check to ensure that your stamp design is locked into place and flat.

To see exactly how the monogram stamper works visit this utube video by Taylor Van Bruggen.

With the monogram stamper it is simple to get a two color image. Simply purchase a two color ink pad and load the pad with two colors of ink. You can create this beautiful card in a matter of minutes for more details visit Taylor's blog.

You can find additonal answers for questions to using our monogram stamper in the FAQ section of our website.

What if I want to use a different ink color than black? Then simply apply your favorite dye based ink to the reverse side of the pad. Why does the ink need to be a dye based ink? The ink needs to be dye based because pigment based inks are too thick to be absorbed by the shammy -covered pad material.

How do I Ink my dry pad?

To ink your dry pad, remove the pad and apply a puddle which will be about a ¼ of your ink refill bottle to the pad (.13 oz). The ink must be a dye based ink refill. The shammy-covered pad material will evenly disperse the ink across the pad, while the foam pad underneath acts as a reservoir and dispenses ink as the stamp is used. A self-inking pad is considered fully inked when it is 60-70% full. Be careful not to over-ink the pad. For best stamping results allow the pad to sit for an hour after applying the re-inker, as this will allow the ink to fully disperse

How do I get a two color image? With the monogram stamper it is simple to get a two color image, simply purchase a two color ink pad. Load the outer border with one color ink and then load the center image with a second color ink. You can create this card in a matter of minutes for more details visit Taylor's blog.

What if I don't get a clean crisp impression?

First run your finger tip across the entire image and ensure that it is locked securely in place.

We recommend using a stamping mat to stamp on. It will improve the quality of all your stamped images from every manufacture. If one section of your image doesn't seem to be holding ink. (You find the ink beading on this section of our rubber) you may need to condition your stamps. Sharon Johnson has written a great tutorial on conditioning your stamps which tells you how to remove any of the residue left from the manufacturing process that may be left on the larger reversed out surfaces of our stamps. This tutorial applies to all our our stamped images not just our 1 5/8" sized products.

Do I have to condition all my JustRite Stamps?

Absolutely not. We have changed our manufacturing process and the new stamps introduced in this years collection should not require conditioning. You will also notice that in our 2009 designs we have far fewer reversed out images and lots more colorable images!! (Can you say addicted to Copic Markers??). As additional designs from 2008 are manufactured we anticipate less product will need conditioning.

This is a beautiful Wedding Invite designed by Taylor. For more details click here.

A JustRite Monogram Stamper is a perfect gift for someone who admires your stamping, but is intimidated to start stamping. It is the perfect solution for mass producing projects like monogram stationery gifts for your entire family or designing invitations for weddings, bridal showers and baby showers.

Keep us in mind....."When it needs to be JustRite".

Getting to Know Your Stamper Part 2

The review is in and....it's JustRite. Thank you so much to the Splitcoaststampers' Product Review Team for taking the time to show everyone how much they love the JustRite Stamper. Click here to see the entire review and make sure you visit each blog of the review team {blog links are located on the left of the review under each person's picture}. They have all shared some incredible projects!

Beate created a great step by step tutorial on how to use the JustRite Stamper. And you must visit Dawn McVey's step by step tutorial as well.

If you have found a helpful review or tutorial please post a link in the comments so I can take take a look.

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More Questions and Answers

Welcome back to some more questions and answers. Today I am also going to give you a punch demonstration using The Paper Studio punches at Hobby Lobby or online at Crafts Etc. They are big and pink and look a lot like McGill punches. But first let's get to the two questions received yesterday.

Linda said....
Two more questions. How would you make a monogram if the last name is hyphenated? And what do you do when the last name has 2 parts like Van Something?

Answer: For an individual monogram with a hyphenated last name such as Diane Smith-Bradley you would do DBS. If you were doing a monogram for a couple you would use the man's last name. The monogram for Diane Smith-Bradley and William Bradley would be DBW.

For the last name that starts with Van Something you would use the letter "V" just like our friend Taylor Van Bruggen did on these adorable cupcake note cards.

I did receive a question on how to clean the stamps and tomorrow I will address that with some pictures too. Sometimes it's hard to answer without a visual to go with the description.

OK...onto today's projects that were pictured above. All of today's projects were created using the JustRite Stampers border set called From the Desk/Library/Kitchen Of. This set is so versatile when it comes to making personalized gifts for anyone. The only punches used on today's project were the 1 7/8" circle and 2 5/16" Scallop from The Paper Studio which is found at Hobby Lobby and they do come in small sizes which will also accommodate our Small Monogram Stamper.


I have given you a visual of top and bottom of the punches so that you can see how easy it is to line up your image. My only complaint is that these punches are a little hard to push and maybe they will get better the more I use them. But as far as sizing goes they are a perfect match to the JustRite Large Monogram Stamper and any of the JustRite stamper kits.

This layout was completely inspired by the beautiful card made by Laurie Schmidlin from the Stamper's Dream Design Team. I used the From the Desk Of border and included the monogram for Cris Sandra Mullins.

Next I used the From the Kitchen Of border and included Cris' name instead of her monogram. This card should look familar as the very taleneted Michelle Wooderson made these recipe cards during her Guest Blogger week here at JustRite Stampers.

The next project is a book marker that was made from a jumbo paper clip found in the office supplies at Walmart. The three letter monogram was added again. The clip was accessorized with some ribbon from Creative Impressions.

Thanks for joining us as we build a community of education, creativity and inspiration touching on every special moment in your life. Keep us in mind....."When it needs to be JustRite".

Supplies Used:
JustRite Stampers: From the Desk/Library/Kitchen borders and Large Monogram Stamper
Paper: My Minds Eye, Making Memories and SU
Ribbon: Michael's and Creative Impressions
Accessories: The Paper Studio Punches, Making Memories flowers and buttons

Monogram Questions and Answers

Thanks for following along this week with our Monogram Etiquette series. I think most of the questions were answered as each day progressed. I have posted answers to some questions below and will be posting more information regarding punches. Below I addressed the Nestabilites questions.


Sue_W said...
Thanks for the lesson in Monogram Etiquette. Lessons learned are always good. ;-)What I want to know, however, is what was used to cut out the monogrammed circles and the layered pieces? Were they punches? die cuts? Nestabilities? And what sizes were used?

Answer: On day one, Nestabilities Classic Circles and Scallops were used for the Beth and BRT card. The B card was punched with SU circle and scalloped punches.

Mary said...
Want to clear up any confusion out there on a monogram for a couple? That is, does the husband or wife's first initial go first? I have seen it done both ways, but I THINK I know that only one is "right." Thanks!

Answer: Ladies first when it comes to monogramming.

Alexis said...I would like to know what size punches you use to cut out the momogram for the C-45. Thanks!

Answer: The Large Monogram Stamper (formerly known as the C-45) measures 1 5/8" in diameter. I use the Nestabilities Circle that is the third ring on the Large Circle Set. For the mat I use the fourth circle on the Small Circle Set and for the Scallop I use the third scallop on the Large Scallop Set. Depending on how much scallop you want showing the third scallop on the Small Scallop set works too.

Above is the third ring on the Large Circles. I like to see all of my JustRite border once it is cut out so I opt to use the circle that give me enough white space around the stamped border.
Above you can see the cut layers starting left to right the third ring from the Large set, the fourth ring from the Small set and the third ring from the Large Scallop set.
Here is an example of the monogram cut and layered with the sizes I described above.

Vera Matson said...
I love your series on monogram etiquette! I have a question. I love to make monogrammed note cards for gifts. When making gifts for acquaintances such as teachers, what is the most appropriate type of monogram to use? I often don't know the middle initial of the teachers, so should I make first or last initial gift cards? Thanks!

Answer: That is a good question and also a personal judgement call for you. Either way is appropriate for stationary. So if you are making a gift for someone and don't know thier name you can decide if you want to use their first or last initial as your single monogram.

One question that did not come up was who's initial do you use when giving a monogrammed note card....your's or the recipient's? It should be your monogram on the note card that you are mailing or attaching to a gift. It is your personal stationary and you are writing inside the card so it should carry your initials on the front.

Thank you for joining us as we build a community of education, creativity and inspiration touching on every special moment in your life. Keep us in mind....."When it needs to be JustRite".

Getting To Know Your Stamper

After a little break it's time to get back to business....stamping business that is. The number one question that needs to address first is "When will the new stamps be available?" You can now go to our web site www.justritestampers.com and pre-order any of the new products that we have shown you during the CHA Sneak Peeks. These products are due to ship mid-September.

Our "Best Sellers" ship within 24 hours and if you order before September 1st you will miss the price increase. Yes, I am alerting you to an upcoming price increase that will take effect September 1st on almost all JustRite products. This price increase has been brought on to us from the manufacturing end and it is necessary for us to adjust accordingly. So if you have been on the fence and waiting for the new products you might want to order the basics now and save 14-25% before September 1st.

Ok, now that the "business" part is done let's move onto the "stamping" part. This week we are going to focus on getting to know your JustRite Stamper. Occassionally we get questions on the different parts of the stamper, how to load the ink pad, how to load the grid with borders and letters and how to get a crisp image. It is probably best to address all the questions at once.

I was in the process of putting together a video to address these questions but our very talented stamping friend, Taylor VanBruggen, has put together a great demo for you and she has given us permission to share it here. {Thanks Taylor} Watch the video and please post your questions in the comment section and they will be addressed in a group Q and A post at the end of the week.



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Questions and Answers

So many questions and so many answers. I have edited the individual posts to answer your many questions but I am going to post them here as a grouping too.

Question: Are the centers available without the rings? Why do I have to get duplicates of the rings I already have?
Answer: From a manufacturing point it was easier for us to produce the centers with the borders. You are not being charged any extra for the borders and consider them a bonus with the set.

Question: I already have the Curlz alphabet. Can I purchase just the small 25 pt font that comes with the new Sonnet Stamper Kit?
Answer: No, the 25 pt font will not be available separately. However, the entire font set (all three sizes) will be available for purchase as a complete set with 296 characters that will now include Curlz numbers, letters and symbols. Extra letters are always nice when you are spelling out personalized sentiments.

Question: Now that you have a "new and improved" Monogram Stamper will my current stamper be obselete? Do I need to purchase a new stamper to work with the new items being released?
Answer: The only thing that is "new and improved" is the color of the buttons and the new logo on the top. The stamper is the same shape and size as well as same quality. Nothing about the design or mechanics has changed other than color. It is not necessary to purchase a new stamper because everything in our current product line is completely compatible and interchangeable with the new product line.

Question: Is the Sonnet Stamper Kit any different than the Monogram Stamper Kit? Will the Sonnet Stamper replace the Monogram Stamper?
Answer: The differences between the two kits is the color of the stampers (black and pink) and the fonts, centers and borders included with each kit. The Monogram Stamper (black) will come with the original Times New Roman font and the Sonnet Stamper (pink) will come with the Curlz font. No the Sonnet Stamper Kit will not replace the Monogram Stamper Kit, both kits will be available for purchase.

Question: When will these new products become available and where can I purchase them?
Answer: The new products we are showing you are tentatively scheduled to be available mid August. You can purchase any JustRite products at our store located at http://www.justritestampers.com/ but you can always ask your favorite store to carry our products too. Also, please check our JustRite Shopping links on the right side of our blog. We have listed some your favorite online stores that carry JustRite products.

Hope these answers help and provide enough information for you to make your wishlist. Keep coming back as we have more items to share throughout the week.

Questions and Answers

We thought it would be nice to address some Questions and Answers here on the blog. Most of you might have some of the same questions or you just might learn something new about our product and company. If your particular question isn't answered just leave a comment and we'll add it to the next Q&A session.

1. Do you sell wholesale? Yes, we do and you may set up a wholesale account online through our web site http://www.justritestampers.com/ or you can call customer service at 866-405-6414


2. Sometimes my letters won't give me a crisp impression when using the wooden block. Any tips? It is fairly common for rubber stamps (from any company) to sometimes have a bit of silicone residue on them after the manufacturing process. This residue can also cause the ink to bead up and not give a good crisp impression. 1) Use the end of a pencil eraser and gently rub across the rubber. 2) Use a fine grit sanding block and lightly sand the rubber image. Both of these techniques will help remove the residue and give the rubber a little "tooth" to grab the ink and give you a good impression. You should be using regular dye based ink such as the SU water based dye ink. Click here for more FAQ's on the Monogram Stamper.


3. Are you looking for Designers? How can I get my samples into your Google Reader JustRite Shared Items? At this time we are currently working with some Designers and we are in the process of making Guest Designer arrangements for June and July. In the future, when we are looking for new talents we will put out a Guest Designer call on the blog. If you would like to share a link to any of your current JustRite projects leave a comment with a link and it will be added to our Google Reader JustRite Shared Items.


4. While using the Large Monogram Stamper (also known as the C-45) I tried stamping hard, loose, holding it down, not holding down, changing frames and so on. Not good. Have you any user tips to give me? First, please refer to question number 2 and make sure there is no residue on the rubber. Next is to make sure you are stamping on a smooth level surface. This might sound strange but you might need to stand up and apply even pressure and ensure that you are not accidentally wobbling the stamper. You might also want to consider a stamp mat under your project. Finally, make sure that your ink pad is inked well. The ink pad does come pre-inked however, occasionally during the shipping process things get bumped around and it might have gotten lose and caused it to dry out. Please click here for directions on how to re-ink the stamp pad.

Thanks for the questions and feel free to email them directly to deniseb@justritestampers.com .