Save the Dates

The fun begins with engagement announcements and save the dates! With a personalized craft stamp and high-quality card stock, you can save the expense of having someone else make them and do it yourself. You'll set the tone for a day that's full of creativity and dedicated to your unique love story. Choose a pre-designed save-the-date stamp template and personalize it, or if you have a vision you want to bring to life, create your own design. We'll turn your dream save the date design into the perfect rubber stamp! Gather your bridesmaids, open a few bottles of wine, and have a laughter-filled crafting night! Why wait until your wedding day to make more memories with your best gals?

Invitations & RSVP Cards

When it comes time to send out your invitations, of course you can't forget your RSVP card. Use the same card stock and craft ink you used for your save the dates for a cohesive look and find your favorite RSVP craft stamp. A beautiful return address stamp is also a great idea when sending your wedding invitations! It'll add an elegant touch to your envelopes and save you a ton of time.

Return Address with an Embosser

If you want to return address your envelopes in an even more sophisticated way, emboss the flap with an address embosser! Or create custom seals to finish off each envelope with a silver or gold touch. Addressing each envelope with hand lettering or calligraphy is another way to make your invitations stand apart. Learn tips and tricks for finding your hand lettering style on the Simply Stamps channel.

Thank You Treats

When your big day finally comes, you'll want to give your friends and family a token of your gratitude for sharing this special day with you. It could be something as small as chocolate candy kisses, but the gesture will be greatly appreciated. No matter what you decide to give them, your goody bags or boxes are a great opportunity to add a DIY touch to your wedding day.

Our wedding craft stamps were designed with this fun idea in mind! Assemble your thank you treats in a small drawstring bag or kraft box, but either way, there's a stamp design and size perfect for your project. Simply find the stamp that's right for you, choose the ink color that corresponds with your wedding colors and theme, and stamp each bag or box. Place your gift inside and your goodies are ready for the big day!

Thank You Cards

After the celebration is over and you're finally married to the love of your life, don't forget to send everyone personal thank you notes! Whether you want something traditional or a bit more fun, like this Honeymoon Vibes card, we have the perfect stamp to help you make your own DIY thank you cards. When sending your thank you snail mail, be sure to make each one personal by addressing your guest by name and including what it is you're so thankful for. Read our tips for sending the perfect thank you note! And don't forget to use your new Mr. and Mrs. return address stamp on all of your envelopes!

Make your big day unique and your very own with these creative DIY ideas and projects. Your wedding day is probably the most exciting day of your life so far, so make the most of it! We hope we've inspired you to add a few of your own personal, DIY touches to your invitation suite, reception, or thank you treats.

We wish you the most magical wedding day you could have ever imagined!

First, we collected the supplies we thought would be perfect for dressing up an ordinary envelope. Here's what we used:

• washi tape (and LOTS of it)
• embellishments
• scissors
• an extra fine tipped pen
• a plain, brown envelope
• a personalized address stamp

Next, we chose our three favorite washi tapes and added them to the left side of the envelope, using the scissors to remove the excess. We chose this simple pattern of alternating different wash tapes along the edge, but the creative possibilities are endless with this step. You can choose to line the full envelope with washi tape or create a box to house the name and address of your recipient, just to name a couple.

We then added a few embellishments to one of the washi tapes, choosing to use the small gem in the package to be sure the envelope was still post office friendly.

Using the fine-tipped pen, we created a very simple pattern of dashes along the remaining edges of the envelope. We also flipped the envelope over and included the pattern on the flap.

Next, we stamped the personalized return address stamp on the back flap of the envelope. When stamping your envelopes with a return address stamp, you always want to be sure you first open the envelope and lay it out flat, as pictured below. If you stamp your envelopes this way, you'll get a consistent and even impression every time!

Finally, we used the fine-tipped pen to address the envelope and prepare it for sending.

The only rule when creating mail art is it should always be designed with your recipient in mind! If you're sending a letter to someone who loves vintage items, go for a vintage theme. If they love all things floral, find flower stickers to add a few accents that will definitely be appreciated. We hope we've inspired you to give mail art a try of your own and send a beautifully decorated piece of mail to someone you love!

Photo by: Always Remembered Moments Photography

The best part about this line of craft stamps is there's one to match any wedding theme! From an anchor stamp for the nautical wedding theme or a Volkswagen bus for the boho-inspired wedding, there's one for every couple's style. I chose to use the Love & Laughter Wedding Craft Stamp for my project complete with the husband and wife to be's names and wedding date!

Here are the other supplies I used:

• Linen or Muslin drawstring bags
• Archival Dye Ink – I used Tuxedo Black by Memento
• Treats to fill the bags

Photo by: Susi Vazquez photography

Once I had all my supplies, personalizing each bag was easy! Here's how I made them:

1. I inked the stamp really well to make sure each edge of the stamp was covered. I suggest testing your impressions on a sheet of paper before you begin so you don't waste your bags.
2. Next, I laid the bag on a flat surface, ensuring it was wrinkle-free.
3. Apply even pressure across the surface of the stamp so you're sure to get the best possible impression.
4. When I was done creating each bag, I let them dry, then added my treat of choice (candy, of course!).

Photo by: Lauren Schoepfer Photography

You can switch up the ink colors to match your wedding colors or use a different fabric bag if you choose. I hope you're inspired to try this out for your wedding favor bags!

Resources:

1- Photo by: https://www.alwaysrememberedmomentsphotography.com/

2- Photo by: https://www.susivazquezphotography.com/

3- Photo by: https://www.laurenschoepfer.photo/

I'll be attending a baby shower for a girl soon, so I thought I'd use this opportunity to make this great card. I decided to use the Custom Name Oh Baby! Announcement Craft stamp from Simply Stamps. I started with pink designer paper and card stock. Using the stick die, I framed the designer card stock, then used the smaller matching frame for the arrival card.

Next, I used my MISTI to perfectly stamp the personalized sentiment onto the pink cardstock.

I also added a baby onesie sticker, a pink ribbon and button with some twine to add a few embellishments. Be sure to check out my full process for making this card in the video below:

I hope you've enjoyed today's tutorial! Thanks for stopping by.

• Card Stock
• Festive washi tape
• Stickers or embellishments
• Ink Pads
• Craft Stamps: we used "xoxo" from Simply Stamps's collection of craft stamps

Use this as your guide, but as you will quickly see, your kids will take charge of how they want to create their own Valentine's.

Sentiment "XOXO" Stamp by Simply Stamps

My 4 year old son, Connor, was excited to have a rainy Sunday project! My 7 year old daughter, Molly, has a bit longer attention span and sat for about an hour creating hers. Here's what we did:

I also got these adorable personalized Valentine's Day stickers which you can use for treat bags, classroom valentine's, cards, and more.

These personalized stickers allowed us to quickly add personalization to our creations. A personalized stamp for Valentine's Day is also a great way to quickly add your message and name. We had a blast making some valentine's and look forward to more Valentine's crafts ahead.

It's so great to be back!

-Libby O for Simply Stamps

Tip #1: Add a little Foliage

Choose pine cones, fall leaves or the trimmings from your Christmas tree! Whatever you pick, it’ll add a sweet flare to your gift that everyone will enjoy! The best part – most of us can find these items in our yards or in the living room. All you’ll need is a simple ribbon to tie around the gift. Find the best way to securely tie the piece of foliage down then wrap your ribbon around the gift, using it to hold the piece in place (for larger pieces you may want to use a small dot of clear glue).

Tip #2: Tag your Gifts with a Craft Stamp

For this little trick, all you’ll need is ribbon, card stock and a festive, craft stamp! Simply Stamps has all kinds of craft stamps perfect for the holidays. Once you’ve picked out your favorite stamp, just cut out the card stock in whichever shape you’d like (it doesn’t have to be perfect!), cut a small hole in each and finally, stamp each tag. Use ribbon to tie each tag onto your gifts. Bonus tip: this idea goes perfectly with tip #1!

Tip #3: Add an Ornament

In the same way you can add a piece of foliage to your gifts, you can also add an ornament! But ornaments are even easier since they’re designed with the perfect circular piece to be attached to presents. You can use a hand-me-down ornament from the years before or purchase an ornament from Simply Stamps' holiday page (fully customize them with names and/or photos)!

Tip #4: Glitter Tape!

This tip is super easy, inexpensive and perfect to add a fun touch to any gift. First, you’ll need clear, double-stick tape and your favorite glitter! After wrapping your gift, press one side of the tape into the glitter and continue rolling out the tape until you have a long enough piece. Wrap the tape around the gift, pressing firmly to make sure it sticks and you’re finished. Easy and beautiful!

Tip #5: Stamped Gift Wrap

Design any envelope or wrapping paper to your liking with a craft stamp! There are plenty of festive stamps to choose from that will add an elegant but “home-made” touch to your holiday gifts. Cover the paper in a fun design or stamp it once for simplicity – either way it’s a unique way to decorate your gifts. Bonus tip: this idea goes perfectly with tip #4!

We hope these holiday gift wrapping hacks inspired you to add a little love to each gift this year. Happy wrapping! And Happy Holidays to you and yours, from Simply Stamps!

1. Save The Date Stamps

A clever way for you to save money when planning your wedding is by using custom Save The Date Stamps! Almost as big of a pain as the invitations themselves, wedding announcements, or "save the date’s", have become almost as popular and necessary in the past few decades. Just like with your wedding invitations, all you’ll need is some basic card stock and a stamp!

2. Invitations

Believe it or not, making your own wedding invitations really doesn't take much. A quick trip to your local Michael's craft store or dollar store, a specialized custom wedding invitation stamp, and you’re ready to go! Regular wedding invitations can cost $200 or more and are only available in limited increments. So if you are hosting a wedding with an odd number of guests, chances are you’ll have to order more than you actually need which results in wasted money and the last thing you want to deal with when planning your wedding. By using an invitation stamp you have the freedom to make as many invitations as you need and personalize them however you want all for a fraction of the cost of ordering them online or from a bridal boutique.

3. Keepsakes, Mementos, and Décor

It may sound silly at first to use stamps when decorating for your wedding, but we assure you that it is possible! Personalized coasters make cute little mementos for you and your guests! Blank coasters are an inexpensive way to add some personal touches to your guest tables at your reception and make for a great souvenir at the end of the day. Great for outdoor and indoor weddings alike!

In keeping with the idea of the DIY coasters, you can also use customized stamps to decorate the napkins at your reception! Something cute and simple but still a beautiful touch and guaranteed to leave a lasting impression! Another idea is to use stamps to decorate the gift bags or packages for all of your guests or just the wedding party! The stamps don’t necessarily have to be something wedding related therefore the sky is the limit! Everyone will appreciate seeing that you took the time to personalize their gifts.

4. Address Stamp for Thank You’s

Don’t forget to say thanks to all of your wedding guests. Even if they didn't write you a check or pick something up off of your registry, they should still receive a thank you note for being there to share in your special day. But with all those guests come a lot of cards to send out and either hours of handwriting your address time and time again or you can save yourself the hand cramping with an address stamp. Capable of thousands of impressions, our self inking address stamps will help you get that huge stack of thank you cards sent out in no time! And as an added bonus, not only will you be able to use one of these stamps on all of your thank you notes but you’ll also be able to use it on all of your outgoing mail for years to come.

Like what we came up with? Be sure to follow our wedding board on Pinterest for even more tips, tricks, DIY’s, and all things weddings!

Unlike gifts for Dad, gifts for Mom are much easier to figure out. Candle’s, chocolates, flowers, and jewelry are always easy gift ideas; and when in doubt Pinterest is full of countless pages with girly gift idea’s some specifically for Mom. But what about Dad’s? Suddenly Pinterest isn’t as helpful when it comes to masculine gift ideas. Sure there are the cliché spatulas, and alcohol gifts, but very few unique gift ideas that are truly one of a kind.

So in an effort to help our customers save time and get some really great gift ideas, we did the work for you! Check out these awesome father’s day gift idea’s we found!

1. Say It With Meat

It’s impossible to drown out the age old adage that the quickest way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. And while it may be old-fashioned, and the same could be said for women as well- never once have any one of my grandma’s recipes failed me. And while this one may be a tiny bit cliché, who doesn’t love bacon?! Naturally when I cam across this little gem of an idea, I had to include it in the list! Cute, clever, and delicious, who could ever pass up a bacon bouquet! It looked complicated but the tutorial just made the whole process all the more easy. So maybe this year for Father's Day you could manage to make this as a special morning treat!

2. A New Spin On An Old Favorite

Giving a framed picture is one of the oldest gift ideas around and has been done more times than we care to count. This framed picture idea however is going to take a bit more effort and the results are truly special. If you happen to come from a big family, this might just be the perfect gift for your grandpa or dad. Starting with the youngest generation a picture is taken and then developed. The next generation then has their picture taken while holding the developed picture and the so on and so forth until the final picture is of the recipient. The idea creates a cool multi-dimensional effect and will serve as a cherished family portrait.

The only downside to this one, is that it would be really hard to make it a surprise. But for something this unique and meaningful I hardly doubt they’ll mind.

3. Leave An Impression

Dad never misses a birthday or a holiday when sending out those cards, so give him something different to help speed things up! We've created plenty of dad themed stamps over the years that will be sure to bring a smile to his face. From basic themes to nautical ones, fishing, and even motorcycles for the more adventurous dad’s out there. Available in traditional hand stamp format, a self inking stamp format, or even one of our eco-friendly product options.Our stamps last for countless impressions without needing to be re-inked! When the day does eventually come for the stamp to be re-inked, it can be one at little cost. He believe in high quality parts, at low prices. After browsing through our selection, you'll be sure to find an address stamp design that is just perfect for Dad!

4. Growing Strong

When you've got kids, it can be a challenge getting them to coordinate with you on a father’s day gift for dad. And while we've all seen the “art projects” strung up with magnets on refrigerators, or homemade cards with scribbled crayon messages. But what if you could get them to contribute to a gift and then actually frame it and hang it up on one of your walls? This finger-painted tree idea is every bit as meaningful as it is creative.

5. Taking Care of Business

When you stop to think about all the little things that Dad does around the house, you may find yourself exhausted just at the thought of all those chores. Wouldn't it be nice to take some of the load off of Dad with a homemade DIY coupon book? This site offers free pintable’s so you can still give a thoughtful gift without breaking your piggy bank!

Why is it that spring always comes and goes so quickly? Before you know it April is gone and her next door neighbor May is knocking on your door. Not that we've got anything against May- she’s a great gal and all, but we’re just never prepared! The weather begins to really warm up, the schools release their students for the summer and you’re suddenly incredibly busy with all that spring cleaning you didn't get around to.

But while we can’t help you figure out fun activities to keep the kids occupied with all summer, we can help you with another annual occurrence- Mother’s Day. Yep, it’s that time of the year again and it’s only two weeks away! Stumped on gift ideas? Don’t want to do the same brunch and flowers routine you did last year? Want to do something different and really leave a lasting impression? Now that is something we can help you with!

We've scoured the best of what Pinterest has to offer and we've put it all in this nice concise little list, and even if you don’t find something here that sounds good, hopefully it’ll spark some other ideas and send you off in the right direction!

Option 1: The Birds Nest Necklace

If you've got a craft store nearby, then this is a slam dunk. Women love jewelry, and anything sentimental just acts as an added bonus! All you need is some jewelry wire, a couple beads, a pair of pliers, and a chain. Just because you may have left the nest, it doesn't mean that you are gone or ever far away from her heart.

Option 2: Custom Address Stamp

She’s always on time with those, birthday cards, Christmas cards, get well soon’s and just because letter’s- you don’t know how she does it all but she does because she’s Mom. All the while you were growing up, she did her best to make your house into an actual home, she took care of you when you were sick, and was always there to listen. Make sure she feels appreciated and loved this Mother’s Day. We've just uploaded a wonderful assortment of styles to choose from that she’ll be sure to love!

Option 3: Photo Collage

A new twist on an old favorite! You can never go wrong with pictures, but why not try something a little different? With some Modge Podge, a couple wooden or cardboard letters, and some pictures, and you could create something truly unique and one of a kind! Or if that’s a little too time consuming, you could always go for the other option and have it framed! Either way she’ll love that you made it especially for her and will brighten her day for sure!

Option 4: Fingerprint keychain/necklace/bracelet

Like I said before, Mom’s love something personal, and you can’t get much more personal than a thumbprint! Whether you want her to carry it with her always, or just on those days you’re feeling particularly close to her heart, the choice is yours! This blog has plenty of quick, easy, and inexpensive ideas for how to make a lasting impression!

Option 5: The Gift Basket

Otherwise known as the "I Couldn't Pick Something So I Went Overboard And Bought You Everything I Could Think Of " gift. And believe us, there's is nothing wrong with this oldie but goodie! But are you stumped as to what to include in your basket or even how to go about making one? To start, any craft store is going to carry an assortment of baskets for you to choose from so you can make it as big or as small as you want. Also at the craft store, you'll find a big bow or some ribbon- now you can't deliver a gift basket without some ribbon or a bow at least can you? Now for the part that most people get hung up on- "what do I put in it"? Why not stick with a "Relaxing Day" theme? Throw in some chocolate, a chick-flick or maybe a movie the two of you could watch together? Maybe some nail polish and a candle for a spa day at home? If you live near a Bath and Body Works, all of their spring candles are out now and on sale (psst. The Watermelon Lemonade one is a winner!). Don't know what nail polish colors to get? Aim for the colors similar to the below options, and you'll be fine!

Ultimately, what Mother's Day really comes down to is the chance to say "Thank You" to the amazing women in your life. The one's who have been there for you through everything, the ones that you know you can call after a bad day and they'll make you feel better every time. Embrace this opportunity to show your appreciation and admiration for the women in your life!

Now I’m not about to go start bashing Pinterest. Here at SimplyStamps.com we love Pinterest! It’s a great place for neat tips and tricks to any humble do-it-yourself-er out there and is a great place for people to share ideas and projects that save time, space, money while still not skimping on how it looks. Martha Stewart and Emily Post would be proud! I’m sorry who’s Emily Post? Only the go-to queen for all things etiquette and overall feminine presentation! Without Emily Post, there would be no Martha Stewart!

Sorry- sidetracked- ranting- I’m good. Anyway, back to these oh-so-wonderful and cost efficient do it yourself rubber stamps. Yes- they are cheap. But remember, you get what you pay for. All of these tutorials may make the whole stamp making process sound like a piece of cake but it may end up being more trouble than it’s worth.

Most of the step-by-step DIY’s call for a rubber block and a carving tool at least, others go into using tools and techniques in Photoshop that not everyone may have access to or even have the knowledge required for the completion of the step in the stamp creation process. Once the image you want in stamp form is created, you need to use a pencil to trace the stamp outline on a sheet of tracing paper and then rub that penciled in image into the wooden block. As if this process wasn't tedious enough, you then have to sit with your carving tool (assuming the image did in fact transfer to the rubber block you’re using) and painstakingly carve away the excess rubber surrounding your design. Making mistakes are easy if you don’t carve the rubber just right, you’ll end up carving out chunks of rubber and messing up your design. Patience and precision are key.

And for those of us just working off of an idea and not necessarily a particular image, things can get even trickier. Let’s face it- we’re not all artists; some of us barely managed to get by in elementary school art classes with stick figures. Carving based on just an idea may not be the smartest thing unless you’re going for something abstract and decide to try to pass it off as art.

So now that we've addressed just how “easy” this particular DIY fad is, let’s move on to how cost efficient it is. Is it really all that much cheaper than just buying a stamp? Turns out, not so much. After purchasing all the materials, assuming no mistakes are made, and minus the cost of the actual Photoshop program, you’re looking to spend somewhere in the vicinity of $14+. So ultimately, by opting to create your own rubber stamp, you end up spending more money than it would cost to just buy one already made.

Like I said, I love Pinterest. But sometimes I think it’s better to just leave some things to the professionals. It will save you time, money, and headaches. Did I mention money? Because most of the allure of doing a DIY project is the notion that you’re saving money! Money that can be put towards a college fund, a vacation, a night out- anything!

The truth is, here at SimplyStamps.com headquarters, we have high quality materials, and high precision machines capable of creating even the most complex and intricate designs you can imagine. We work hard to ensure a speedy delivery and less headaches for you. If there happens to be a particular stamp design that you want made- just let us know! We will be more than willing to help make your stamping dreams a reality!

Should you decide to take us up on our offer click here- it never hurts to ask right? Don't hesitate to ask us! Our experiences and interactions with our customers are what help us get better and help us to give our customers exactly what they want!

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