Rubber stamps....

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jessicaandrebeccasmummy · 02/02/2006 14:47

Hi girls.... as some of you know im new to all this, but just need a bit of advice on how to clean the rubber stamps?!

Have been using baby wipes, but they are still a bit grubby..... any magic tricks out there?!

TIA xx

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gscrym · 02/02/2006 14:50

I use warm soapy water in a bowl and an old, soft toothbrush. Brush the stamp till it looks clean then leave to dry on a tea-towel. It seems to work on any I use with dye or pigment inks.

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jessicaandrebeccasmummy · 02/02/2006 14:51

thanks hun! had a little play with my bits and bobs last night and wondered why i couldnt get it clean enough.

Dh made his first card last night bless him - he tried! Ill give my first attempt a go tonight!

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champs · 02/02/2006 16:58

do not imerse the stamps in water!! it will loosen the glue and eat away at the rubber. invest in stamp cleaner and a scourer mat (comes in a set)

Pixiefish · 02/02/2006 19:41

I bought some stuff that's specific for cleaning them. The instructions are on the tube

PeachyClair · 03/02/2006 15:39

If you're ever going to use permanent ink (eg on acetate) you'll need the stamp cleaner, otherwise I just sue tha baby wipes and make up toner. It's the same principle for the brushes we used to use at college: if it can go on my skin, it's safe for my tools. Make up cleaner (esp. eye make up) should do it too.

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