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2010 Calendar Templates
Make your own customized calendars for 2010 using these calendar templates. You'll find a range of styles to choose from. These are ideal for rubber stamping projects.
January 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these templates.
Day of the Dead Craft Projects
Find ideas for things to make for Day of the Dead celebrations, from sugar skulls through to paper flowers to decorate Day of the Dead altars.
Sentiments for Wedding Cards
Finding the right sentiments and verses for wedding cards can sometimes be difficult. Here is an extensive range of ideas for wedding card sentiments for all styles of handmade cards
Christmas Sentiments
Picking the right sentiment or greeting for a hand stamped greeting card can put the perfect finishing touch to a rubber stamping project. If you are stuck for ideas, why not consider using a quotation. There are many available almost all eventualities!
Turkey Template
Turkey template for rubber stamping and other craft projects. Use this template to add to handmade cards, make Thanksgiving decorations or as templates for carving your own custom stamps.
January 2010 Landscape Calendar Sheet Template
This landscape calendar has been designed with the month in the center and plenty of space around the outside for rubber stamping.
February 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these templates.
Make A Folded Box
Small paper or cardstock boxes can be transformed by using rubber stamping techniques. Templates and blanks can be found to make simple boxes however it is easy to make small boxes using little more than a square of thick paper or cardstock. This is a clever design for a box that can be adapted to any size of square. The top, sides, bottom and even inserts for the inside can all be stamped.
Bling Clothes Pins
This is a clothes pin Christmas greeting card holder with a difference! The clothes pins have been decorated with rubber stamps to give a festive feel.
March 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these free printable templates.
Christmas Tree Template with Star
Use these templates to make foam stamps. These are ideal for Christmas and holiday stamping projects!
Quick to Make Christmas Cards Can Still Look Effective
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
Greeting Card Size
How to make a standard size greeting card.
Sell Handmade Cards
Starting to sell handmade cards can be very rewarding. Here are some tips to help you start a successful business.
Thanksgiving Sentiments
Finding the right words for a Thanksgiving project can sometimes be difficult. Take a look at this list of ideas to find Thanksgiving sentiments, verses, poems and more.
Angel Template to Make Foam Rubber Stamps
Use these templates to make foam stamps. These are ideal for Christmas and holiday stamping projects!
Easy Paper Gift Bag
This is a simple way to make card or paper gift bags that are ideal for a variety of rubber stamping projects. The easy-to-use template is highly adaptable and works well to make tiny bags for favors through to larger bags that are ideal for bigger gifts.
Christmas Tree Template
Use these templates to make foam stamps. These are ideal for Christmas and holiday stamping projects!
November 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these free printable calendar templates.
Ornament Template
Use this template to make a variety of globe and ball ornaments that make an attractive decoration for many occasions.
August 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these templates.
Paper Pinwheels or Windmills
Customizing paper pinwheels or windmills with rubber stamps is a quick rubber stamping project. These cute windmills are fun for outside and also make unusual household decorations.
Easy Folded Paper Envelopes
Learn how to make easy folded paper envelopes! This is a quick way to make a pretty envelope that has many purposes.
Arrange Stamped Images to Create Unusual Designs
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
January 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template - Funky Font
Use this 2010 calendar template and some rubber stamps to create a unique 2010 handmade calendar! This template uses a curly font and is ideal for whimsical and cute stamping projects.
January 2010 Landscape Calendar Sheet Template - Funky Font
This landscape calendar has been designed with the month in the center and plenty of space around the outside for rubber stamping. This template uses a curly font and is ideal for whimsical and cute stamping projects.
How to Make a Dome or BonBon Box Using This Template
Dome boxes are ideal for rubber stamping. They are quick to make and are perfect for small gifts and party favors.
Skull Template
Skull template for rubber stamping and other craft projects. Use this template to add to handmade cards, make Halloween decorations or as templates for carving your own custom stamps.
Handmade Pirate Card
Learn how to make a handmade pirate card using this step by step guide. Pirates are the ideal theme for cards for young boys.
Day of the Dead Skull
Make a flowered skull for Day of the Dead or Dia de los Muertos. Use this to decorate cards, make garlands or simply to add decoration to a room.
July - December Bookmark Calendar Template 2010
Make useful calendar bookmarks using this handy 2010 calendar template.
November 2009 Landscape Calendar Sheet Template
This landscape calendar has been designed with the month in the center and plenty of space around the outside for rubber stamping.
Holly Border Card
Ideas and inspiration for rubber stamping Christmas cards.
Rubber Stamp Handmade Cards
Lots of tips and advice about making handmade cards with rubber stamps. From getting the best deals on paper to make cheap handmade cards through to advice explaining how to price handmade cards.
January - June Bookmark Calendar 2010
Make useful calendar bookmarks using this handy 2010 calendar template.
June 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these templates.
Gift Packaging Templates
Gift wrap, gift boxes and other gift packaging are quick to make and are so simple to customize and decorate with rubber stamps. Here are some ideas for different gift packaging projects using free printable templates.
Make a Foam Rubber Stamp - Stars
Use these templates to make foam stamps. These are ideal for Christmas and holiday stamping projects!
Halloween Pyramid Box
This easy to make pyramid box is ideal for Halloween. The free pyramid box template is in two sizes. The small size is ideal for holding tiny Halloween favors while the larger size would be perfect for trick or treat candies.
Advent Calendar Template
Rubber stamp an advent calendar! Use this template to create your own unique advent calendar.
April 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these templates.
Thanksgiving Rubber Stamping
There are wide variety of different things that you can make to as part of your Thanksgiving celebrations. Find Thanksgiving craft projects that are suitable for people of all ages and levels of experience.
January 2010 CD Grid Calendar Sheet Template For Rubber Stamping Projects
Use simple rubber stamping techniques to make a CD case calendar. This calendar has a grid around the dates. There is plenty of room around this calendar for decorating with rubber stamps.
Alphabet Rubber Stamps
Alphabet rubber stamps are ideal for stamping text or words on a rubber stamping project. They are available in a wide variety fonts, styles and sizes.
Skeleton Template
Skeleton template for rubber stamping and other craft projects. Use this template to add to handmade cards, make Halloween decorations or as templates for carving your own custom stamps.
Use Free Invitation Templates
Use the free templates and rubber stamps to create your own customized invitations.
January 2010 CD Calendar Sheet Template with Funky Font and Grid
Use simple rubber stamping techniques to make a CD case calendar. There is plenty of room around this calendar for decorating with rubber stamps. This calendar has a grid around the date and uses a funky font that is ideal for whimsical designs.
September 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these free printable calendar templates.
Cube Box Template (1 per sheet of paper)
Free cube box template for rubber stamping. Customize this cube box using rubber stamps or other techniques. This makes a pretty gift box as well as an interesting ornament. There are two cube box template sizes.
Make a Foam Rubber Stamp - Candles
Use these templates to make foam stamps. These are ideal for Christmas and holiday stamping projects!
Make Your Own Foam Stamps with this Holly Template
Use these templates to make foam stamps. These are ideal for Christmas and holiday stamping projects!
Fairy Light Border for Rubber Stamping Christmas Card Projects (x1)
Use these simple Christmas card border templates to make quick and effective handmade cards.
July 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these templates.
May 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these free printable calendar templates.
December 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these templates.
Make Great Christmas Cards
Making great handmade cards isn't just about creating a card that looks great. Add a little personalization to create cards that are that little bit extra special.
Bookmark Templates
A quick rubber stamping idea is to make bookmarks. These are simple to create from a strip of cardstock or thick paper - however if you fancy following a template, we've a selection here to choose from! These have been designed with a wide body to give plenty of room for stamping.
Greeting Card Sentiments
Greeting card sentiments can add the perfect finishing touch to a handmade card. Finding the right words or greetings, however, can sometimes be difficult. We have greeting card sentiments ideas for every occasion!
February 2010 Landscape Calendar Sheet Template
This landscape calendar has been designed with the month in the center and plenty of space around the outside for rubber stamping.
October 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template
Make your own customized calendars with these free printable calendar templates.
About Clear Stamps
Acrylic or clear stamps are becoming increasingly popular. The range of clear stamps available is extensive, making this type of stamp an interesting option for both new and experienced stampers.
Colored Ornament Card
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
Heat Gun
Profile of the heat gun, an essential tool used for embossing rubber stamped images. The heat gun or heat tool heats embossing powders to create a raised, glossy surface.
Digital Stamp Companies
This list of companies that sell digital stamps (also known as digi stamps). Copyright or Angel Policy information also provided.
November 2009 CD Calendar Sheet Template for Rubber Stamping Projects
2009 CD Calendar Template for Rubber Stamping Projects - Create a CD Calendar with Rubber Stamping Techniques
How to Use Bookmark Templates
Make useful calendar bookmarks using this handy 2010 calendar template.
Background for Halloween Rubber Stamping Projects - Cobweb 1
Use these templates for Halloween themed rubber stamping projects. Here you'll find templates for making your own Halloween foam stamps, invitations, trick or treat bags - and even a cute coffin box for stamping!
A Single Image
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
Dome Box Template - Quick Rubber Stamping Project
Dome or bonbon boxes are ideal for rubber stamping. They are quick to make and are perfect for small gifts and party favors.
Awareness Ribbon Template
Ribbons are an important way to help raise the profile and build awareness of different causes. Use this free printable awareness ribbon template to support a cause that is important to you or near to your heart.
How to Price Cards
Pricing handmade cards is a crucial part of running a card making business. However big or small the business, getting the price right is an essential part of the mix.
Rubber Stamp Wedding Invites
Using rubber stamps is a great way to produce wonderful and unique wedding invitations. Materials and supplies such as inks, embellishments, paper and cardstock can be chosen to reflect the theme of the wedding. A few basic rubber stamping techniques is all that is required to make very special wedding invitations.
Rubber Stamp Storage
Correctly storing rubber stamps will help prolong their life and ensure good reliable stamping results every time. A well organized rubber stamp storage system will also help you find the perfect stamp every time without rummaging through boxes and draws. Every stamper will have their favored way of storing stamps, however there are a few key requirements that are important to bear in mind which ever way stamps are stored.
Greeting Cards
Making great handmade cards needn't require lots of fancy equipment or techniques. It is possible to make lovely cards using just the basics and we share tips that will get beginner stampers making great cards in no time!
How to Make a Dome or BonBon Box
Dome boxes are ideal for rubber stamping. They are quick to make and are perfect for small gifts and party favors.
Angel Policy List
This is a list of over 50 rubber stamping companies with angel policies. The list includes an outline of each policy and a link to the rubber stamping company.
Halloween Coffin Gift Box
This coffin shaped gift box is ideal for many Halloween rubber stamping projects.
Handmade Crafts Websites
There are a growing number of websites that specialize in the sale of handmade goods. These can be an exciting way to sell your handmade rubber stamped creations as well as being an interesting source of unusual rubber stamps.
Paper Pumpkin
Learn how to make an easy paper pumpkin for Halloween and Thanksgiving.
Large Globe Ornament Tutorial
Make this interesting globe ornament for high days and holidays. Decorate the cardstock with rubber stamps and completely customize the finished ornament.
Exploding Box for Rubber Stamping - Large Template
Exploding boxes make ideal gift boxes as well as being pretty keepsakes. They are simple to make and there are numerous variations. Use this simple template to get you started!
Sentiments for Greeting Cards
Knowing how to add sentiments to greeting cards is a useful technique to learn. This will help you to increase the number of ways that rubber stamps can be used by allowing you to add your own custom greeting.
Single Tree With Pink Background
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
How to Make an Exploding Box
Exploding boxes are a fun rubber stamping project with lots of potential for exciting variations. Use our free exploding box template or create your own sizes.
Buying Cheap Card Blanks
Buy low cost cardstock and card blanks to make handmade cards on a budget. Here are some tips for making cheap handmade cards.
Use Rubber Stamps to Create Attractive Papers to Make Christmas Cards
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
Sentiments For Thank You Cards
Thank you cards are a lovely way to show your gratitude for a special gift. Pick interesting Thank You sentiments to give an extra personal touch to your cards!
Holly Border for Rubber Stamping Christmas Card Projects (x1)
Use these simple Christmas card border templates to make quick and effective handmade cards.
Fairy Light Border for Rubber Stamping Christmas Card Projects (x2)
Use these simple Christmas card border templates to make quick and effective handmade cards.
Star Frame for Rubber Stamping Christmas Card Projects (x1)
Use these simple Christmas card border templates to make quick and effective handmade cards.
Coffin Box Template - Top
Use these templates for Halloween themed rubber stamping projects. Here you'll find templates for making your own Halloween foam stamps, invitations, trick or treat bags - and even a cute coffin box for stamping!
Star Frame for Rubber Stamping Christmas Card Projects (x2)
Use these simple Christmas card border templates to make quick and effective handmade cards.
Wedding Petal Cone Templates
Make your own customized wedding petal cones and other favors using these cone templates and your favorite rubber stamps. This is an ideal way to create unique accessories for your wedding and made the day really special.
Make Quick and Easy Tags
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
Use Colored Paper to Add Dramatic Color to Cards
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
Potato Printing
Making stamps out of potatoes is a fun activity for children - and a great way to introduce them to the craft of stamping.
January - June 2010 ATC Calendar Templates, Dates at Bottom
Use this 2010 ATC calendar template to create your own unique calendars using simple rubber stamping techniques.
Napkin Ring and Place Setting
Make your own customized napkin rings and place setting cards using these easy-to-use templates and rubber stamps!
How to Emboss
Heat embossing is a useful rubber stamping technique to learn and can add interest to a variety of projects.
Cleaning Rubber Stamps
Learn more about cleaning rubber stamps. Keeping rubber stamps clean is important to ensure clear and crisp stamped images.
Kid's Party Hats
Customize children's party hats with rubber stamps! Make the hats before hand to give out at parties why not turn decorating paper hats into a party activity?
Glass Jar Candle Holder
These candle holders are very effective and are simple to make using a glass jar, vellum and rubber stamps.
imagepac / JustRite Stamps
The imagepac JustRite polymer stamp systems bring stamp making into the home, whether you are interested in just making a couple of unique stamps or going into production.
Dot Border Template to Make Quick Greeting Cards (x2)
Use these border templates to create quick rubber stamped greeting cards.
Make Stamps From Craft Foam
Make your own foam stamps from craft foam. This is the ideal way to make your own unique stamps.
Gifts in a Jar
Gifts in a jar are an extremely versatile handmade gift idea. A wide variety of things can be put in a jar to make a thoughtful handmade gift. From ingredients to make a special cake to bath time treats, gifts in a jar will make a great gift idea for everyone!
Apply Ink to a Stamp
Correctly applying inks to rubber stamps is an important part of ensuring a clear, sharp image every time.
Add a Single Image to a Fancy Background
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
CD Case Calendar
A CD case calendar is a quick and easy rubber stamping project. Use simple rubber stamping techniques and one of our calendar templates to produce a useful and unique calendar.
Christmas Round Up
Here is a round up of Christmas rubber stamping projects, with ideas and projects for Christmas cards and gifts.
CD Case Insert Blank Template
This is a simple blank template for an insert for a cd case. Add rubber stamping to customize and personalize your own cd cases.
How to
This technique will create bubble backgrounds for rubber stamping projects. The bubble effect makes a interesting background for a variety of rubber stamping projects, including handmade cards and gift wrap.
July 2009 Landscape Calendar Sheet Template
This landscape calendar has been designed with the month in the center and plenty of space around the outside for rubber stamping.
Holly Border for Rubber Stamping Christmas Card Projects (x2)
Use these simple Christmas card border templates to make quick and effective handmade cards.
2009 Calendar Templates
Calendars make great rubber stamping projects! The are several different styles of calendar template here, including cd and bookmark calendar templates.
Make Wedding Invitations
Knowing how to make your own wedding invitations can be a great way to make your own unique items of wedding stationery while also saving money.
Shrink Plastic Charms
Shrink plastic is perfect for making charms. Learn how to make charms that can be used as jewelry or as fashion accessories.
Embossed Box
A simple folded card box can be transformed by applying some embossed rubber stamped images. This small box is ideal for housing that special little gift, or perhaps just for using as a jewelry box. These are quick and easy to make and the embossed image brings a touch of class! No special equipment is required to make this box as it is formed from a single square of cardstock.
Make a Large Paper Flower
Learn how to make a large paper flower for rubber stamping. This super-sized flower is ideal for decorating parties and other celebrations.
Mask Template for Rubber Stamping (2)
Make your own masks for Mardi Gras, carnivals or fancy dress parties! Use these templates to make paper masks to decorate with rubber stamps to make your own unique face masks.
Mask Template for Rubber Stamping
Make your own masks for Mardi Gras, carnivals or fancy dress parties! Use these templates to make paper masks to decorate with rubber stamps to make your own unique face masks.
Make Paper Flowers
Learn how to make small paper flowers for rubber stamping. These small flowers are ideal for making into bouquets or centerpieces for parties or simply as pretty room decorations.
Cut Out Images to Add Interest
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
Rubber Stamped Luminary
Use rubber stamps and our template to decorate a paper bag luminary made from craft paper. A luminary is a paper candle holder that makes a lovely outdoor decoration for parties and barbecues.
Maze Book
A maze book (also known as a puzzle book) is made from a square of paper that is cunningly cut and folded to create a versatile book that is ideal for rubber stamping projects.
Stamped Circle Embellishments
This simple idea to make easy handmade cards using small rubber stamps and disc embellishments can be varied and adapted to create many different looks. This is an ideal project for beginners and more experienced stampers alike and, if you are making your own disc embellishments, is a perfect way to use up odds and ends of paper and cardstock.
Make a Flock Embellishment for a Card
Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that are required to create great looking handmade Christmas cards. Why not have a go at DIY Christmas cards this year!
Exploding Box for Rubber Stamping - Lid Template
Exploding boxes make ideal gift boxes as well as being pretty keepsakes. They are simple to make and there are numerous variations. Use this simple template to get you started!
Wedding Stamping Projects
Put your own unique stamp on your wedding - quite literally, by using rubber stamps to create beautiful and personal items such as handmade cards and invitations, customized gift wrap, wedding favors, decorations, glass charms and confetti bags. All that is required is a few rubber stamps and lots of imagination! We've found some great rubber stamping projects that are great for weddings. These free wedding rubber stamp projects offer plenty of inspiration.
Clear Embossing Powder
Clear embossing powder is an essential item in a rubber stampers tool box.
Easy Polymer Clay Mokume Gane
Create interesting and deceptively complex designs using the technique of mokume gane. This traditional Japanese metal technique works well with polymer clay and rubber stamps.
Exploding Box for Rubber Stamping - Small Template
Exploding boxes make ideal gift boxes as well as being pretty keepsakes. They are simple to make and there are numerous variations. Use this simple template to get you started!
November 2009 Landscape Calendar Sheet Template - Funky Font
2009 calendar template - landscape with a funky font
February 2010 Portrait Calendar Sheet Template - Funky Font
Use this 2010 calendar template and some rubber stamps to create a unique 2010 handmade calendar! This template uses a curly font and is ideal for whimsical and cute stamping projects.
Paper Punch
Craft or paper punches are ideal for use in rubber stamping projects. A craft punch is useful for punching shapes out of paper and cardstock. This is handy for embellishments or to add dimension to rubber stamped projects.
Mother's Day Rubber Stamping
Make Mother's Day special by using some of these rubber stamping ideas to make lovely Mother's Day gifts and cards.
3d Heart Card
This is a simple variation on a standard greeting card. Three dimensional ornaments are easy to adapt to make pretty card toppers.
Halloween Candle
Use rubber stamps to make a Halloween candle. Simple rubber stamping techniques are all that is required to make these lovely Halloween candles.
Adding Color to Stamped Images
Adding color to rubber stamping projects is great fun! There are many different ways to add color to stamped images. In this article we take a look at some of the key methods of adding color using readily available materials.
Flocking Powder
Flocking powder gives a soft velvet texture to rubber stamping projects. Flocking powder or flock is simple to use and is a great addition to a rubber stamper's work box.
2009 Calendar Bookmark
2009 calendar bookmark template for rubber stamping projects.
Bookmark Templates for Rubber Stamping Projects
This is a gallery of rubber stamping projects using our free templates and projects.
Dot Border Card
Ideas and inspiration for rubber stamping Christmas cards.
Lino for Linocut Stamps
Lino or, to give it its full name, linoleum, is a popular carving block used by artists. It can also be used to cut small stamps for use in stamping projects.
October 2009 Calendar Sheets
Use these calendar sheets to make your own unique calendar pages for July. There are a selection of designs to choose from. Simply print out the calendar and decorate with a rubber stamp or two!
How to Make Bag Toppers
Bag toppers transform plain plastic or cellophane bags into pretty gifts. These are simple to make and can be adapted for many different occasions.
Rubber Stamp on Candles
Adding some rubber stamped decorations to candles can transform a plain candle into something really special. Using this simple technique, candles can be customized to match a room or table decor, personalized for a wedding or birthday, given a festive make-over or simply transformed into your own unique work of art.
Rubber Stamped Clothes Pin
Decorate clothes pins with rubber stamps to create unusual gifts. Lovely rubber stamped clothes pins can be used for a variety of uses - use the clothes pins to display handmade cards, attach a magnet to turn them into fridge magnets, or use some double sided tape to fix them to a notice board to hold notes.
Tearing Paper
Learn how to tear paper for use in rubber stamping projects! Tearing paper to give interesting torn paper edges is a simple but effective technique to know.
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