Wreath Template FAQ's

How Do I Use The Templates

1) Pre-cut your card stock to the desired width, for the example in this photo we used the 5" template so the card has been cut to 5" x 5".

2) Put the card in position as shown. N.B. you don't have to start on the flat, you can first place your stamp on the diagonal.

3) Place the first stamp of your design where you want the image to be and close down the lid of your stamping platform to adhere it to the lid.

4) Add ink to your stamp and close the lid on to your card stock in the same way you would stamp any image, in the event that the image isn't crystal clear you can stamp it again, until you are happy with it.

N.B. It's important to note that your stamping template and card must NOT shift when stamping over the top of an already stamped image, if they do then your stamped image will become misaligned. So before stamping always check that the position hasn't shifted before you stamp.

5) After you have stamped the first image rotate your card stock 1 notch, if you want to create just 4 images then rotate 2 notches. In the above example I first stamped on the flat 4 times turning the card stock until I had the 4 lighter orange flowers in place. Then I shifted to the diagonal position as seen above and stamped and rotated to add the darker orange flowers. You then continue to build up the design using other smaller or larger stamps until you are happy with your wreath. If you are still unsure watch the video below and it will show you how to use the templates.

Top Tip: Always start stamping your design using the lightest colour ink first, next add the mid tones, then stamp the darkest colours on top, and the wreath builds up with more perspective. You're darker shades build up over the lighter to give more depth.

Did you know that you can also use our templates with stencils? For this method you do NOT need a stamp positioning tool, just a flat even surface and some masking/washi tape! Please see this link for further information.

Will the Templates fit in my stamping tool?

To use the full set from 2" to 7" you will need a larger sized stamping platform such as the Tonic Studios Tim Holtz Stamping Platform. If you have a smaller stamping tool you won't be able to use all the templates, here's the low down: -

Mini MISTI - Only the 2" and 3" templates will fit in a Mini MISTI Stamping Tool or any stamping tool with a stamp area of 6" x 4.75" such as the Stamp Perfect by Hampton Arts.

Original MISTI - This size stamping tool will handle the 2", 3" and 4" templates with ease, same can be said for any stamping tool with a stamp area of 6.5" x 8.5".

The 5", 6" and 7" templates needs a larger stamping platform, and as I said above, personally I recommend the Tim Holtz Stamping Platform by Tonic Studios, because that's what I have and its what I use, the TH SP has a 8.5" x 8.5" stamping area. FYI I am not affiliated with Tonic Studios, nor do I receive any benefits for recommending the TH Platform 😁

You can use other platforms with larger areas e.g. the Memory MISTI which has a stamp area of 12.25" x 12.25" and all the templates will fit inside

My Template Is Slipping...

This can happen in stamp platforms like the Tim Holtz Stamping Platform due to the fact that the TH platform has a shiny surface and so do the base of the templates, this is why we developed the template to now have magnet recesses in them so they can be held to the surface with one magnet whilst the other holds the card stock. The issue doesn't occur with the MISTI's because they have a thin foam base which grips the templates and helps hold them firm.

If you have the PMR (Pre Magnet Recess) templates, a work around the problem can be found by doing one of a couple of things: -

A) Use a few pieces of washi tape to hold the template on to the surface.

B) Put a loop of low tack tape under the template and press it on to the surface of your stamping platform. Alternatively something like Scotch Scrapbooking Tape which is double sided and removable will do the job. Stick it have a removable adhesive runner that is perfect for the job, make sure its the blue container you use though and NOT the red, the red one is permanent!

C) If you have enough room place a piece of thin craft foam under your template, this will help prevent it slipping.

How Can I Buy A Set of Templates?

Either message me via the Cook's Cards & Crafts Facebook page or leave a comment on one of the wreath template posts if you don't have a Facebook account and I will get back to you.

Alternatively you can email me cookscardcrafts @ gmail.com just remove the spaces either side of the @ symbol.

To purchase, I will need your PayPal email address, I will invoice you and once payment has been made your templates will ship to you.

Do You Ship Internationally?

Currently we have postal prices for shipping to the UK, USA and the EU, if you live in another country other than any that come under those 3 categories message me and I will endeavour to find out a price for you. Make sure you let me know what country you are enquiring from.

How Do I Clean My Templates?

If you get ink on your templates it can be removed in most cases, for water based inks wipe with a soft cloth or baby wipe. For alcohol based inks or archival inks use a little hand santizer gel on a cotton wool ball or soft cloth to remove the ink.

Do not wash the templates in hot water as you will warp the PLA or in very hot water cause the templates to warp. Similarly don't use a heat gun on your templates as this will cause the PLA to melt.