Tips, Techniques & Product Reviews:

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The new and vastly improved Slice Elite is scheduled to arrive at Peddlers Den as soon as it is released (in September or October).

TIPS TO USING UNMOUNTED STAMPS!
Unmounted stamps are gaining popularity, and many people are finding it hard to make the adjustment from wood mounted to unmounted.While there are many tips and tricks, and all of those who are proficient unmounted users seem to have their own preferences, I have a tip for those struggling with the transition. Obviously you need a variety of clear acrylic blocks. We suggest that you purchase enough TackNPeel to cover each block on ONE SIDE ONLY. TackNPeel is a transparent, self-adhesive thin cushion that has a special tacky surface. Adhere to one side of your block. When using CLING stamps, use the side that has NO TackNPeel. The cling stamps will adhere to the acrylic block by themselves. Putting them on the adhesive of the tack and peel will most likely cause them to tear, because the tack and peel is too powerful. Since the block and TackNPeel are transparent, this technique assures that you will be able to see through everything when using clear stamps, too. When not in use, put the clear protective sheet on the Tacky side to prevent contamination of the tacky side. If your TackNPeel loses its tack, simply wash with warm, soapy dishwater and let air dry. The tack should be restored. This is a very popular way of using unmounteds!! (added 04-09).

MIXING AND MATCHING DIES & DIE CUTTING MACHINES:
Peddlers Den favors the Spellbinder Wizard die cutting machine and dies, as well as the Cuttlebug. The GOOD NEWS is that Spellbinder dies can be used in most die cutting machines, and the Wizard can be used with brass stencils, and most other manufacturers dies. Following is a list of interesting links to video demos that really show you how this is done. This is a partial list of the possibilities.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54yzQ0h9U08
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m51gPhNmywY
The following clip shows more ways of using the very popular Cuttlebug embossing folders.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPFXUZoRNBU&feature=related
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