Color Products These items are used by "stampers" to color rubberstamps or to add more color to a stamped design.
Brush Markers	Brush color directly onto stamp for multicolor stamping. Color in a stamped design.
Fabric & Textile Markers	Permanent, water-based pigment ink. Will not fade or wash out. Ideal for coloring in designs on fabrics or wood.
Watercolor Pencils	Used to add special effects such as a watercolor wash or multi-color blending to a design.
Calligraphy Markers	Available in water-soluble varieties and gives a watercolor effect. Use directly on stamp or to color in the stamped design.
Metallic Pens	Generally an oil-based metallic paint. Do not use on the rubberstamp. Great to accent calligraphy.
Glow-In-The-Dark Pen	Used to give designs a special glow.
Glitter Glue	Glitter suspended in a glue medium. Do not apply to the rubberstamp. Used to dab, write, draw or outline with.
Water-Based Acrylic Craft Paints	Favorites for all sorts of stamping, especially home decor projects, walls and furniture. Also works great for fruit and potato stamping.
White Line Pens	Also called correction pens. Used on dark or colored papers.
Artist's Pastel Sticks	Used on paper. Blend colors with a blending stick then seal with acrylic craft spray.
Loose Glitter	Use with a glue pen to add sparkle to designs.
Embossing Products These items provide raised, shiny, metallic or textured impressions created on materials such as paper, wood, or fabric.
Embossing Ink	Special colorless or slightly tinted ink with a slow drying glycerin base. Using ink, press stamp onto project surface, cover with embossing powder, (dump off excess) and heat with a heat embosser, or embossing gun.
Embossing Powder	The secret to the embossing process. Comes in a variety of colors and finishes. Can be applied with special embossing ink or a glue pen and then heated.
Heat Embosser	Tool used to activate or melt the resin in embossing powder, creating a slightly raised, shiny surface. Heat guns or heat tools can also be used.
Embossing Pen	Adds shine and dimension to designs. Use with clear or metallic embossing powders. Available with calligraphy tip or brush tip. Use pen where desired, apply powder and heat.
Embossing Gun	An electric gun that directs a stream of hot air onto a design to activate the resin in the embossing powder. Only the tip gets hot. Do not allow children to use without supervision.
Burnisher	A ball-end or stylus hand tool used for dry embossing. Raises lines and shapes on paper.
Popular Rubberstamping Items
Stamp Cleaner	Squeeze sponge applicator top onto stamp face then wipe with a paper towel.
Stamp Cleaner Pad	Additional product to clean stamps. Just add water to use.
Paper Punch	Use to create interesting borders for all types of paper projects.
Paper Edger	Scissors with patterned cutting blades.
Doublestick Foam Dots	Come in sheets and rolls. Allows the stamper to make pop up 3-D designs.
Stamps
Foam Handle	Among the least expensive stamps available. Often used for children's stamps.
Wooden Handle	Higher in price but lasts a long time. Provides very even pressure. Best stamp for fabric. Wood grip gives deeper etch for detailed impressions.
Roller Stamp	Can have a wood or more commonly, a plastic handle. The design is on the wheel, which can repeat a design in one continuous roll.
Rubber Stamp	Most common stamp. Anything into which a raised design can be cut and covered with color or medium to stamp.
Inks and Dyes Depend on the end use and the material onto which the stamp is being applied. Always ask what the "stamper" will be using as a base.
Ink Pad	Available in single colors or in "rainbow" stripes of several colors.
Re-Inker	A liquid that can be applied to an ink pad to extend its usage.
Applicator	Used to apply ink directly to the stamp.
Pigment Ink	Popular pads with brilliant, opaque colors that are permanent and fade resistant. Used mostly on paper goods.
Dye-Based Ink	Quick drying and produces clear, bright colors on paper, especially coated stocks. Creates an old engraving sepia (brown) tone effect when black and brown are combined on glossy paper. Not permanent. Water-based and easy clean up. Not recommended for use on fabrics.
Washable Ink	A version of dye-based ink which is non-toxic and safe for children. Also available in fruit and candy scents. Cleaned easily from most surfaces.
Fabric Ink	Water-based ink designed for fabrics. Also non-toxic. Allows crafter to stamp on fabric and then set the designs by ironing the front and back of the stamped image.

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