I’m so glad I found this video! I’d been using cardstock to fill the gap, but it kept moving on me. The magnetic sheets are a great idea and I can’t wait to try them. You probably just saved me $100!
Thank you!!! This was so helpful. Ive been using my stamparatus for six months and your video has definitely changed how I will use it in the future. Great job.
I have these 2 and really loved the stamparatus BUT we r memory keepers came out with the ADVANCED PRESS and it works better than both of these!!! Never thought I would say that!!! It was $21.99 on home shopping network (HSN) on their last craft day in May...the stamparatus gives alot of grief stamping in the corners, the we r memories stamps like a dream with a light touch!!! and from HSN it comes with 2 plates...,it has a white foam mat and with mint green lines on the mat and matching ones on both lids...it uses holes in the lids to go on a peg platform...I have even turneded the plates upside down an used them for stamping when I have images that go ontop of each other...the four corners have little rubber feet that give it a very soft touch like stamping on a cloud...I will continue using this we r memories unless I need things in a row or line,but I really,really love the we r memories the best!!!! hope you get a chance to try one!! I also saw them at scrapbook.com but they are $24.99 and come with only one lid, we r memories will be selling extra lids for $9.98 each in future...thank you for your video...
Wow...what great information. I checked this out and found it interesting. Instead of a hinged door type system, they use pegs....but you could still go up and down or across on this one, it looks like. Glad you found one that is working well for you. Thank you for sharing this with us.
I have the MK advanced press a while now, but I’m not really impressed with it. Yes, it has definitely nice features, but the holes and pins have some wiggleroom, so restamping doesn’t always go right… so now I’m looking for a press with the same features and the stamperatus looks if it is exactly where I’m looking for.
Thank you. I am so glad you found it helpful. I do love my stamparatus, now that I added the magnetic sheets. Some people has used the Stampin up silicone mat too..and that works as well. (Sadly, I don't get anything from them...but I am not out to get anything..just to share what I have found :) )
To me, it sounds like Stampin’ Up! should make an adjustment to the mat. It should work perfectly. If so, it would be the best tool out there!!! Thanks so much for doing this video:)
I agree...Stampin' Up! should make an adjustment to the mat...and send the replacement to their customers. I had the same issue with the corner. I found it very frustrating!!! Not loving the Stamparatus so far. We shouldn't have to pay for magnets or anything else to get it to work properly in the corner. I do like that the Stamparatus doesn't have edges on all 4 sides and I like the 2 plates for layered stamping. I also like that they come out. However, I find that when the plate is installed it sort of comes down on an angle, thus creating the problem at the top/corner not stamping the image properly. I had no idea we were to keep away from that area.
I just watched SU's video about the Stamparatus before I watched this one. They show that just adding extra pressure right on top of stamps placed in the corners or along the edges is all you have to do. I can't say that I have tried what they are suggesting yet, but I plan to after I watch a couple more videos. I do have both tools and I have not had my Stamparatus for 3 months yet. If I can't get it to stamp better with stamps that are closer to the edges, I will return it and repurchase it they come up with an improved version. I can continue to be happy with my MISTI (and Mini MISTI), just like I was before I heard about the Stamparatus =) Also, I have not read through all of the comments, so I don't know if anyone else has shared that it is possible to stamp paper that is larger than the 8 1/2 x 6 1/2 in the MISTI. If you are stamping right up to the edge of where the top closes, your paper may crease, but it is minimal. I have used it to stamp the inside of 5 x 7 cards that were open (so 10 x 7). If your paper is outside of the edges, and you are stamping at all toward the middle, it will work just like the edges it is hanging over aren't even there. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and suggestions.
Hi, i have been experiencing the very same issues. I was using the basket bunch set and found that it didnt matter where i positioned them they wouldnt stamp properly😔 i used additional layers and then found that the magnets were causing an issue...a bit of trial required per stamp sets i think....i got the misti corners specifically to help too. I made additional inserts to help as and when. The additional hinge benefits make it worth having. Thanks for taking the time out to make tutorial x
Thank you. That was really helpful. I have a Stamparatus and can never work out what people would choose an expensive MISTI. I do plan to get a set of Creative Corners. Especially as I have some wood mounted stamps and they need an L ruler.
Sounds like the Stamparatus is the better choice and I actually already buy the magnetic vent covers from my local Ace hardware. I use them for storing my thinlits and keeping them together. So using one more for this purpose will be easy.
I loved my misti for years, ....got one of the 1st ones and I understand they have made many improvements, and would probably be using it today if I didn't learn of the stamparatus...but I do like some of the features of the stamparatus...only problem is it is now a back order item.
The first time I used my new Stamparatus and didn't get a clear image, I just removed the magnet and it stamped fine. I love the Stamparatus for 2 and 3 step stamping. My MISTI is now gathering dust.
Great saving tip for the Stampartus tool. I was so disappointed with how it only stamped part of the image! Thanks for sharing this vent cover solution. Guess I won't send it back.
Glad you found it helpful. I have to say that after having the new stamparatus for about a year... I still love it and is my go to tool for stamping. I love it. Thanks for your sweet comment. Have a great week. 😊
That is a great tip! I love it . it works perfect. You can leave the magnet sheets in when you use the red rubber stamps by the edge too. Just take the foam pad out.
Stampin up also sells a thick mat that has the grids printed on it so you can see where to place your paper in case it moves when you place it in the middle
Great video, thank you. I had already purchased the We R Memory Keepers Precision Press before learning about the Stamparatus and wish I'd waited. I can't afford to buy another but your tip about the magnetic sheet was genius and solves the problem that mine has of only having a 'textured' plastic surface to grip the paper (which it doesn't do at all). And I already have a package of those magnetic vent covers so I can experiment with it before committing to cutting it. Till now I've had to use washi tape to hold my cardstock in place. Thank you, without your video I wouldn't have thought of trying the magnetic sheet.
Thank you so much. The bummer thing about the Stamparatus is it is not readily available...you have to do a pre-order right now...but once you get it...it is amazing. I still love the misti...and it is great...and I understand they have made lots of improvements (like the grid being ingraved and not printed, and more/better magnets)...so still a great machine.
I think Stampin Up should make the needed adjustment to the Stamparatus and offer their customers the needed fix or replacement. Their answer to the problem I find to be unacceptable. I love Stampn in Up and they have been good to me but this is a big Ooops! The concept is ingenious but flawed and they need to own up to it. Just saying.....
That is what I was thinking also. To put it in the corner and then it pushes the paper out just a bit farther and still has a corner edge to butt up against.
You can make a grid on acetate to align your stamp if you have trouble with the visibility of the Stamparatus lines. I purchased a card sized one at Simon Says Stamps and have been using it with my Misti since it became available a year or so back. Also, the Misti corners butted up to the corner would work, but I like your solution, too. Thanks.
The Misti grid comes etch on the lid now too. You can also get bar magnets if you wish for the Misti. I think it is a pain to keep flipping the lids on the SU one, so there for don't think the two lids are worth it. Plus you have to take at least one off if not both and that leaves room to have them crack. Nope I will stick with my Misti, it does everything I need it to do.
I have the first Tim Holtz version and it has the same issue with the corner using clear stamps. I only use clear stamps, so basically it never works properly. I shouldn't have to place everything away from the corner. I only have this one, and don't want to replace it, so I have to use cardboard underneath to bring the paper higher, and even then I still can't stamp in the very corner. I'm having trouble stamping two inches from the top even with two layers of card. Very frustrating! I realise my one has been removed from the market, but I don't have any option to get a free replacement because I ordered from overseas in order to get the thing! I love the idea of the two plates, and I also love the new WRMK one (I think it's called Precision Press Plus?) which has a plate for text and allows you to slot the included letter stamps in like a printing press! But I won't be buying another one until it meets every condition I have: magnetic, removable multiple plates, stamps anywhere perfectly, and no need for mats to use clear stamps!
Thanks so much for making this video. I am waiting for delivery of the new Gina K Designs wreath builder template. I ordered it not realizing that my Mini Misti is too small to accommodate it. Gina created it to work in the Regular size Misti. It should work in the SU Stamparatus too right? I now have to buy one of the two to be able to use my new accessory lol.
Yes..it will work great in the Stamparatus. That is one of the beauties of the stamparatus is that there is no size limit since the bottom two sides are open to accommodate any size paper...and the stamping plates are about 7" square...so plenty big for almost any stamp :)
Yes I have the stamparatus and the Gina k wreath builder. They work fine together. Stampin up should make a new mat that fixes this problem and give it to everyone who has already ordered the stamparatus.
Even though this is an older video I was just about to plunk down the money to get a Misti because I am having no luck with my Stamperatus. I've tried putting my stamps in different areas and I can't get any polymer stamp to stamp completely with it. I've put a piece of cardboard under the foam mat, doesn't help either and I've tried several different thicknesses to no avail. I am completely discussed with my Stamperatus. It works fine for the most part on red rubber stamps and no pad underneath as directed by SU to do. I want to send it back to SU, but I got one of the first ones out and the time has lapsed with getting any kind of a refund back as they say to return within in three months and it's been longer than that. One other thing I have noticed is I have to be very careful when re-inking my stamp to make sure the plate is completely pressed down on the hinges before re-stamping because it moves out of the hinges when opening and closing them. My first stamp positioning tool was a We R, a cheap one I got at Tuesday Morning and to be frank it has worked with the polymer stamps much better for me than my Stamparatus. Long winded I know but I am going to try the magnetic sheets before I totally give up on it and before I purchase a Misti. I was happy to learn you can use the Creative Corners with the Stamparatus I just may purchase them. Thanks for your great coverage of both tools, it's very helpful as are other's comments.
Thanks for your comments. The stamparatus isn't for everyone, and maybe something else would be better for you. I understand that Tim Holtz has a new one that doesn't use hinges..it uses pegs..and looks like it might work better for you. Best of luck to you :)
@@tammynickel4597 boy I just saw this again, it's been two years! I have "made peace" with my Stamparatus and like using it for the red rubber cling stamps. Still I do not like it with the polymer stamps. I did purchase two Misti's and love them, perfect stamping every time regardless of what kind of stamp I am using. A girl can never have too many crafting tools, right?
Thank you for explaining the corner not stamping correctly because it was lower in that corner. I've been looking everywhere to find out if the tolerance of mine was off because it had such a big gap in that corner. I like your solution and will follow it up as I have those magnetic sheets. The SU apparatus offers so many improvements over the MISTI that it's too bad that SU didn't totally have the lid matching the entire stamping bed like the MISTI does. Thanks again.
Cindy McCool glad I could help. I hope that you'll subscribe as I do a lot of cards using the stamparatus. I did one recently on a fox animatex card using the stamparatus and did a mirror image. :) check it out. :)
I did several 4 step flowers last night using both sides of the door (as you suggested) and they were perfect. I had asked a local SU demonstrator for a solution to the "gap" (BTW I'm a Hobby SU demonstrator) and she had no idea about the issue and told me to call SU. So I went on a search for solutions and found yours. I especially like yours as with the magnetic sheets as shim there is a bonus having magnet hold better than on foam. I put a piece of grid paper (from MISTI) on top of shim. PERFECT! I look forward to more videos from you!
Thanks for the great info and comparison. I need to try adding the vent cover layers to see if that helps me. I do prefer being able to utilize that corner.
Yes, give that a try. I also have used a cereal box that I cut up to add just a little more height if needs be...but usually 3 layers of the magnetic sheets work great. Best of luck :)
I am so glad you found one that works well for you. That is what it is all about...getting one that you like and helps you get the results you need. :)
The Misti has the grid lasered on - the first ones were printed on in pink. Also, I received 2 round magnets with mine. The. Misti corners are meant to be used in the corners ....
Thank you for the update on their improvements. I was too excited and when they fist came out I had to buy one. I am so glad they made those improvements..and maybe the newer ones don't wiggle at all like mine. Glad they made those improvements. Thanks for letting me know. :)
I am so glad they have done that. I bought mine when they 1st were introduced...so I am thrilled that they made that improvement. Thanks for sharing that with me. I didn't know of that improvement. :) I loved my misti for years and it has been my fav. stamping tool for years. :)
Question what is the size of your cardboard strip? And how does it work with strength to put the 3 vent covers down first then the mat that came with the stamp tool? Also in your opinion, if I already have the Misty is it worth ordering the new Stampin Up one? Pat from Arkansas in pats playhouse where the 🚪 is always open.
I am wondering the same...should I get the SU version? I have both the standard and the small MISTI, use both regularly, but think that the SU version would be a nice addition...I would hope that SU would make the "pad" adjustment before I order one. As to the cardboard strip, I would make several to fit various stamps. One size, I would think, does not fit all stamps. I have some gridded plastic cut to various widths to do what the cardboard is doing.
Sarah Wold I would be happy to be you demonstrate person. If interested please email me a_pat@Yahoo.com I ordered it and it is so helpful in mass production. Pat Stampin Up Demo
Thank you for this comparison. I have the Misti but am considering also buying the Stamparatus and found this quite helpful. However, I am a bit puzzled by your comment that your Misti came with only 1 magnet. Mine came with 5. Is this something that may have changed since I purchased mine?
I bought mine when they 1st came out. They very well may have made some improvements...I could only compare to the one I had...but glad to know they are giving more magnets now :)
Little Nickel Crafts They must have. I am also wondering about the 12x12 Misti but for me in Canada it is very costly. I do like the idea of the adjustable plates on the Stamparatus. Just too bad that you had to jig it a bit to get it to work properly.
I agree. It would have been nice had they made the "pad" thicker or something..but at least it is an inexpensive fix and cheaper than the MIST (Although I loved my misti for years...but this just seams better and easier to transport if you go to alot of crops :) )
P.P.S. the we r memories is the PRECISION advanced press not to be confused with the first stamp press they came out with that had NO MAT which I heard was NOt good and had no magnets, this one has a circle magnet the size of a silver dollar!!!
I am so glad that you love your misti. I used mine for years and was very happy with it...and I understand they have made some improvements since I bought mine. It is a great tool :)
You want to know the best stamping tool to buy? By far...the Tim Holtz Stamping platform by Tonic. Makes the MISTI look like a kid's toy, it is SO WELL MADE. You can use ANY size paper, even 12x12 and it is about $30.00. The bottom is magnetic, you get 2 magnets and you can easily stamp anywhere on your paper. I will never understand why anyone would by either an overpriced MISTI or an SU knockoff. Just go with the Tim Holtz platform...believe me you won't be sorry.
Stampin up is really good about returns. Sorry it didn't work out for you... But hopefully you have the misti or another similar stamping tool because they are so helpful to get good stamped images :)
try the we are memories ADVANCED press its the best stamp platform out there I left a fairly long comment above if youcare to read it!!! and Its only $21.99 at HSN (home shopping network)
I totally agree! Why should a person have to pay additional money and go buy something else, due to their design flaw? At $49.00, for this stamping platform, perhaps Stampin up should include it in the box.
I am so glad that you love your misti. I loved mine for years and I understand they made improvements since I bought mine. It is a great tool. :) Thanks for watching :)
Not so, IMO. Misti is more expensive, the magnetic hold is not as great, it requires special cleaner, and unless you laminate the grid paper you're buying more. Just sayin'.
That is great to know. I got mine when they first came out...so they may have come out with new enhancements to make it better. Thanks for letting me know :)
I refuse to purchase a Misti because of the way the company (My Sweet Petunia) owner has treated the crafting community. Absolute greed and fear of competition - causing ALL other stamping platform creators to quit selling their products! Now Misti is the only choice due to her lawsuits. No thank you MSP/Misti. Very sad and disgusting. 😟
I have both the stamparatus and the Misti… I find the stamparatus is better quality product and and the many different features… love it!
Lucky you, the stamparatus was the better deal. Wish they'll get their legal trouble settled so they bring it back .
I’m so glad I found this video! I’d been using cardstock to fill the gap, but it kept moving on me. The magnetic sheets are a great idea and I can’t wait to try them. You probably just saved me $100!
Thanks a bunch for this video! Stamparatus it is for me!👍❤
Thank you!!! This was so helpful. Ive been using my stamparatus for six months and your video has definitely changed how I will use it in the future. Great job.
I have these 2 and really loved the stamparatus BUT we r memory keepers came out with the ADVANCED PRESS and it works better than both of these!!! Never thought I would say that!!! It was $21.99 on home shopping network (HSN) on their last craft day in May...the stamparatus gives alot of grief stamping in the corners, the we r memories stamps like a dream with a light touch!!! and from HSN it comes with 2 plates...,it has a white foam mat and with mint green lines on the mat and matching ones on both lids...it uses holes in the lids to go on a peg platform...I have even turneded the plates upside down an used them for stamping when I have images that go ontop of each other...the four corners have little rubber feet that give it a very soft touch like stamping on a cloud...I will continue using this we r memories unless I need things in a row or line,but I really,really love the we r memories the best!!!! hope you get a chance to try one!! I also saw them at scrapbook.com but they are $24.99 and come with only one lid, we r memories will be selling extra lids for $9.98 each in future...thank you for your video...
P.S. there are no hinges on the advanced press to make you stamp on a hill ,its all flat...and they all stack nicely together when not using!!!
Wow...what great information. I checked this out and found it interesting. Instead of a hinged door type system, they use pegs....but you could still go up and down or across on this one, it looks like. Glad you found one that is working well for you. Thank you for sharing this with us.
I got the advanced press for $11.99 at Tuesday Morning! I like it too! Even with the foam pad, the magnets work well.
I have the MK advanced press a while now, but I’m not really impressed with it. Yes, it has definitely nice features, but the holes and pins have some wiggleroom, so restamping doesn’t always go right… so now I’m looking for a press with the same features and the stamperatus looks if it is exactly where I’m looking for.
This video alone has 100% convinced me that Stamparatus is the way to go. I hope they comp you, lol. Great video!
Thank you. I am so glad you found it helpful. I do love my stamparatus, now that I added the magnetic sheets. Some people has used the Stampin up silicone mat too..and that works as well. (Sadly, I don't get anything from them...but I am not out to get anything..just to share what I have found :) )
Thanks for the great tip about the magnetic vent covers, I need to try it.
To me, it sounds like Stampin’ Up! should make an adjustment to the mat. It should work perfectly. If so, it would be the best tool out there!!! Thanks so much for doing this video:)
I agree...Stampin' Up! should make an adjustment to the mat...and send the replacement to their customers. I had the same issue with the corner. I found it very frustrating!!! Not loving the Stamparatus so far. We shouldn't have to pay for magnets or anything else to get it to work properly in the corner. I do like that the Stamparatus doesn't have edges on all 4 sides and I like the 2 plates for layered stamping. I also like that they come out. However, I find that when the plate is installed it sort of comes down on an angle, thus creating the problem at the top/corner not stamping the image properly. I had no idea we were to keep away from that area.
Using SU silicone mat works as well. No slip and works perfectly.
That I have and will try. Thanks for the tip!
Mary, You are amazing. Thank you so very much for this great video. I love the tips. I always learn so much from you. Have a great day, Ellen Hinds
Thanks for sharing. The magnetic vent covers is pure genius!
I just watched SU's video about the Stamparatus before I watched this one. They show that just adding extra pressure right on top of stamps placed in the corners or along the edges is all you have to do. I can't say that I have tried what they are suggesting yet, but I plan to after I watch a couple more videos. I do have both tools and I have not had my Stamparatus for 3 months yet. If I can't get it to stamp better with stamps that are closer to the edges, I will return it and repurchase it they come up with an improved version. I can continue to be happy with my MISTI (and Mini MISTI), just like I was before I heard about the Stamparatus =)
Also, I have not read through all of the comments, so I don't know if anyone else has shared that it is possible to stamp paper that is larger than the 8 1/2 x 6 1/2 in the MISTI. If you are stamping right up to the edge of where the top closes, your paper may crease, but it is minimal. I have used it to stamp the inside of 5 x 7 cards that were open (so 10 x 7). If your paper is outside of the edges, and you are stamping at all toward the middle, it will work just like the edges it is hanging over aren't even there.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and suggestions.
Thanks for this video. I do have the stamparatus and have enjoyed mine immensely. but to see this side by side was very helpful .
Hi, i have been experiencing the very same issues. I was using the basket bunch set and found that it didnt matter where i positioned them they wouldnt stamp properly😔 i used additional layers and then found that the magnets were causing an issue...a bit of trial required per stamp sets i think....i got the misti corners specifically to help too. I made additional inserts to help as and when. The additional hinge benefits make it worth having. Thanks for taking the time out to make tutorial x
Great comparison for these 2 stamping products. I can see that they both have plus qualities as well as minus qualities. Thanks for sharing :)
Thank you. That was really helpful. I have a Stamparatus and can never work out what people would choose an expensive MISTI. I do plan to get a set of Creative Corners. Especially as I have some wood mounted stamps and they need an L ruler.
Sounds like the Stamparatus is the better choice and I actually already buy the magnetic vent covers from my local Ace hardware. I use them for storing my thinlits and keeping them together. So using one more for this purpose will be easy.
Thanks for the comparison. I have the MISTI & just couldn't see why I needed the new item but it sure does have its advantages.
I loved my misti for years, ....got one of the 1st ones and I understand they have made many improvements, and would probably be using it today if I didn't learn of the stamparatus...but I do like some of the features of the stamparatus...only problem is it is now a back order item.
Thank you for your honest evaluation and your tips and tricks. 👍
glad you lliked my info on the we r memories presision advanced press!!! thank u!!
Thanks for this video. I want to purchase one of these apparatuses & I was confused but now thanks to your review I'm certain of my choice.
The first time I used my new Stamparatus and didn't get a clear image, I just removed the magnet and it stamped fine. I love the Stamparatus for 2 and 3 step stamping. My MISTI is now gathering dust.
Great saving tip for the Stampartus tool. I was so disappointed with how it only stamped part of the image! Thanks for sharing this vent cover solution. Guess I won't send it back.
I am so glad my tip helped you. I have been loving my stamparatus...especially for layered stamps. :)
Thank you for sharing your comparison.
Wonderful information! Will be using your idea with the vent covers. Thanks!
The MISTI actually comes with 3 magnets and the grid is etched on the cover in the newer model. You can purchase the bar magnets if preferred.
Thank you I am just in the process of making a decision as to which one I should choose as more precision is such an advantage.
Thank you so much for doing the comparison of these 2 plates. I was wondering which one was better for me. I am liking the New Stampin Up one.
Glad you found it helpful. I have to say that after having the new stamparatus for about a year... I still love it and is my go to tool for stamping. I love it. Thanks for your sweet comment. Have a great week. 😊
Thanks for the vent cover tip. I’ve been trying to think about what I could use to lift the foam pad in mine. The extra plates are great.
That is a great tip! I love it . it works perfect. You can leave the magnet sheets in when you use the red rubber stamps by the edge too. Just take the foam pad out.
Thank you, Thank you for sharing this great information!!! It's greatly appreciated!!
Thank you so much that really helps that’s save me from buying two and know which one I want thank U
Great tutorial - thanks Tammy!
Stampin up also sells a thick mat that has the grids printed on it so you can see where to place your paper in case it moves when you place it in the middle
Brilliant! This is just the information that I needed!
Thanks so much. I now know how to best use them. Eudice
thanks so much for the demo--just finding your channel--you are a big help--
Do you have some videos of making cards fully with stamparatus
Great magnet tip! TFS your video.
Great video, thank you. I had already purchased the We R Memory Keepers Precision Press before learning about the Stamparatus and wish I'd waited. I can't afford to buy another but your tip about the magnetic sheet was genius and solves the problem that mine has of only having a 'textured' plastic surface to grip the paper (which it doesn't do at all). And I already have a package of those magnetic vent covers so I can experiment with it before committing to cutting it. Till now I've had to use washi tape to hold my cardstock in place. Thank you, without your video I wouldn't have thought of trying the magnetic sheet.
Great comparison, wish I would have seen the Stamparatus before purchasing the Misti. I am your newest subbing and thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much. The bummer thing about the Stamparatus is it is not readily available...you have to do a pre-order right now...but once you get it...it is amazing. I still love the misti...and it is great...and I understand they have made lots of improvements (like the grid being ingraved and not printed, and more/better magnets)...so still a great machine.
I LOVE my Stamparatus!!!!
I think Stampin Up should make the needed adjustment to the Stamparatus and offer their customers the needed fix or replacement. Their answer to the problem I find to be unacceptable. I love Stampn in Up and they have been good to me but this is a big Ooops! The concept is ingenious but flawed and they need to own up to it. Just saying.....
Thank you so much for the information.
Could you place the Misti corner tool into the corner for stability?
I love that idea. That would probably work great. Thanks for that tip :)
That is what I was thinking also. To put it in the corner and then it pushes the paper out just a bit farther and still has a corner edge to butt up against.
I actually tried that, thinking it would help. The corner tool is too thick, and hinders the contact of mat and stamp.
So which platform do u prefer?
You can make a grid on acetate to align your stamp if you have trouble with the visibility of the Stamparatus lines. I purchased a card sized one at Simon Says Stamps and have been using it with my Misti since it became available a year or so back. Also, the Misti corners butted up to the corner would work, but I like your solution, too. Thanks.
Great Idea. Thanks for sharing
Great tip!! Thank you!!
The Misti grid comes etch on the lid now too. You can also get bar magnets if you wish for the Misti. I think it is a pain to keep flipping the lids on the SU one, so there for don't think the two lids are worth it. Plus you have to take at least one off if not both and that leaves room to have them crack. Nope I will stick with my Misti, it does everything I need it to do.
How do you laminate it? I don’t have a big way to laminate
GREAT VIDEO...GREAT TIPS~~SO VERY USEFUL! THANK YOU SO. MUCH! HAPPY STAMPIN’ n’ CREATIN’! :-))
Love my Misti and this just confirms.
Hi
I really enjoyed your Presentation!
However if you gave the price of the Stamparatys I didn"t hear it please let me jnow.thank you so much.
It is currently $49.00 from a stampin' up demonstrator. Hope that helps.
You have 4 corners in misti and can stamp in each corner as well
Thank you so much for the video - very helpful!
Great comparison
TFS YOUR TIPS!!
I have the first Tim Holtz version and it has the same issue with the corner using clear stamps. I only use clear stamps, so basically it never works properly. I shouldn't have to place everything away from the corner. I only have this one, and don't want to replace it, so I have to use cardboard underneath to bring the paper higher, and even then I still can't stamp in the very corner. I'm having trouble stamping two inches from the top even with two layers of card. Very frustrating!
I realise my one has been removed from the market, but I don't have any option to get a free replacement because I ordered from overseas in order to get the thing!
I love the idea of the two plates, and I also love the new WRMK one (I think it's called Precision Press Plus?) which has a plate for text and allows you to slot the included letter stamps in like a printing press! But I won't be buying another one until it meets every condition I have: magnetic, removable multiple plates, stamps anywhere perfectly, and no need for mats to use clear stamps!
Thanks so much for making this video. I am waiting for delivery of the new Gina K Designs wreath builder template. I ordered it not realizing that my Mini Misti is too small to accommodate it. Gina created it to work in the Regular size Misti. It should work in the SU Stamparatus too right? I now have to buy one of the two to be able to use my new accessory lol.
Yes..it will work great in the Stamparatus. That is one of the beauties of the stamparatus is that there is no size limit since the bottom two sides are open to accommodate any size paper...and the stamping plates are about 7" square...so plenty big for almost any stamp :)
Yes I have the stamparatus and the Gina k wreath builder. They work fine together. Stampin up should make a new mat that fixes this problem and give it to everyone who has already ordered the stamparatus.
Even though this is an older video I was just about to plunk down the money to get a Misti because I am having no luck with my Stamperatus. I've tried putting my stamps in different areas and I can't get any polymer stamp to stamp completely with it. I've put a piece of cardboard under the foam mat, doesn't help either and I've tried several different thicknesses to no avail. I am completely discussed with my Stamperatus. It works fine for the most part on red rubber stamps and no pad underneath as directed by SU to do. I want to send it back to SU, but I got one of the first ones out and the time has lapsed with getting any kind of a refund back as they say to return within in three months and it's been longer than that. One other thing I have noticed is I have to be very careful when re-inking my stamp to make sure the plate is completely pressed down on the hinges before re-stamping because it moves out of the hinges when opening and closing them. My first stamp positioning tool was a We R, a cheap one I got at Tuesday Morning and to be frank it has worked with the polymer stamps much better for me than my Stamparatus. Long winded I know but I am going to try the magnetic sheets before I totally give up on it and before I purchase a Misti. I was happy to learn you can use the Creative Corners with the Stamparatus I just may purchase them. Thanks for your great coverage of both tools, it's very helpful as are other's comments.
Thanks for your comments. The stamparatus isn't for everyone, and maybe something else would be better for you. I understand that Tim Holtz has a new one that doesn't use hinges..it uses pegs..and looks like it might work better for you. Best of luck to you :)
@@tammynickel4597 boy I just saw this again, it's been two years! I have "made peace" with my Stamparatus and like using it for the red rubber cling stamps. Still I do not like it with the polymer stamps. I did purchase two Misti's and love them, perfect stamping every time regardless of what kind of stamp I am using. A girl can never have too many crafting tools, right?
Frenchie shared that we can use the SU silicone mat is the vent covers.
Debbie Coleby ........Huh?
I could be wrong but I'm pretty sure the grid on the MISTI is etched on it now.
Thanks so much for sharing this, very helpfull
think I like the stamparatus better than the Misti seems to do a lot more and can use scrapbook paper or larger paper thanks
I have both.....
Thank you for explaining the corner not stamping correctly because it was lower in that corner. I've been looking everywhere to find out if the tolerance of mine was off because it had such a big gap in that corner. I like your solution and will follow it up as I have those magnetic sheets. The SU apparatus offers so many improvements over the MISTI that it's too bad that SU didn't totally have the lid matching the entire stamping bed like the MISTI does. Thanks again.
Cindy McCool glad I could help. I hope that you'll subscribe as I do a lot of cards using the stamparatus. I did one recently on a fox animatex card using the stamparatus and did a mirror image. :) check it out. :)
Just subscribed. I just finished stamping a 4 stage stamp, using your technique and both side of the door. They came out perfectly.
We got to use the Stamparatus in card class last week and it did the same thing, I will pass this video along to the demonstrator.
That makes me so happy that I was able to help you. That is why I do these videos. Have fun using the stamparatus...I absolutely love it :)
I did several 4 step flowers last night using both sides of the door (as you suggested) and they were perfect. I had asked a local SU demonstrator for a solution to the "gap" (BTW I'm a Hobby SU demonstrator) and she had no idea about the issue and told me to call SU. So I went on a search for solutions and found yours. I especially like yours as with the magnetic sheets as shim there is a bonus having magnet hold better than on foam. I put a piece of grid paper (from MISTI) on top of shim. PERFECT! I look forward to more videos from you!
Thanks for the great info and comparison. I need to try adding the vent cover layers to see if that helps me. I do prefer being able to utilize that corner.
Yes, give that a try. I also have used a cereal box that I cut up to add just a little more height if needs be...but usually 3 layers of the magnetic sheets work great. Best of luck :)
I purchased the Tim H. one for 29.00 and I like it.
I am so glad you found one that works well for you. That is what it is all about...getting one that you like and helps you get the results you need. :)
The Misti has the grid lasered on - the first ones were printed on in pink. Also, I received 2 round magnets with mine. The. Misti corners are meant to be used in the corners ....
Thank you for the update on their improvements. I was too excited and when they fist came out I had to buy one. I am so glad they made those improvements..and maybe the newer ones don't wiggle at all like mine. Glad they made those improvements. Thanks for letting me know. :)
I am so glad they have done that. I bought mine when they 1st were introduced...so I am thrilled that they made that improvement. Thanks for sharing that with me. I didn't know of that improvement. :) I loved my misti for years and it has been my fav. stamping tool for years. :)
So this tells us that the new Stamparatus needs a thicker magnetic pad from the manufacturer. I hope they see this.
Thank you!
Question what is the size of your cardboard strip? And how does it work with strength to put the 3 vent covers down first then the mat that came with the stamp tool? Also in your opinion, if I already have the Misty is it worth ordering the new Stampin Up one?
Pat from Arkansas in pats playhouse where the 🚪 is always open.
I am wondering the same...should I get the SU version? I have both the standard and the small MISTI, use both regularly, but think that the SU version would be a nice addition...I would hope that SU would make the "pad" adjustment before I order one. As to the cardboard strip, I would make several to fit various stamps. One size, I would think, does not fit all stamps. I have some gridded plastic cut to various widths to do what the cardboard is doing.
Sarah Wold I would be happy to be you demonstrate person. If interested please email me
a_pat@Yahoo.com
I ordered it and it is so helpful in mass production.
Pat Stampin Up Demo
Thank you but I already have a demonstrator. Still have not ordered the Stamperatus...jury still out!!!!
The Misti comes with two magnets, and the newer models are etched on the lids, and no longer screen printed.
Stamp status has been retired this past May (2023) and is no longer available. Wish I had purchased it while available .
Thank you for this comparison. I have the Misti but am considering also buying the Stamparatus and found this quite helpful. However, I am a bit puzzled by your comment that your Misti came with only 1 magnet. Mine came with 5. Is this something that may have changed since I purchased mine?
I bought mine when they 1st came out. They very well may have made some improvements...I could only compare to the one I had...but glad to know they are giving more magnets now :)
Little Nickel Crafts They must have. I am also wondering about the 12x12 Misti but for me in Canada it is very costly. I do like the idea of the adjustable plates on the Stamparatus. Just too bad that you had to jig it a bit to get it to work properly.
I agree. It would have been nice had they made the "pad" thicker or something..but at least it is an inexpensive fix and cheaper than the MIST (Although I loved my misti for years...but this just seams better and easier to transport if you go to alot of crops :) )
P.P.S. the we r memories is the PRECISION advanced press not to be confused with the first stamp press they came out with that had NO MAT which I heard was NOt good and had no magnets, this one has a circle magnet the size of a silver dollar!!!
My heart belongs to MISTI.....I think SU is late to the game on this type of product but I do love SU.
My misti came with one long magnet.
Links do not work for the stamp sets
The newer mistis have the grid etched in so you don’t have to worry about it rubbing off when you clean
I love my Misti
I am so glad that you love your misti. I used mine for years and was very happy with it...and I understand they have made some improvements since I bought mine. It is a great tool :)
Make more videos!
oops the advanced press (by we r memory keepers!!!can do 12 by 12 scrapbook pages also!!
You want to know the best stamping tool to buy? By far...the Tim Holtz Stamping platform by Tonic. Makes the MISTI look like a kid's toy, it is SO WELL MADE. You can use ANY size paper, even 12x12 and it is about $30.00. The bottom is magnetic, you get 2 magnets and you can easily stamp anywhere on your paper. I will never understand why anyone would by either an overpriced MISTI or an SU knockoff. Just go with the Tim Holtz platform...believe me you won't be sorry.
So glad you found one that you love! I am just so grateful there are tools like this out there that help make our job as stampers so much easier :)
Sorry but i won't be buying a stamparatus from stampin up unless they fix it up so you can stamp in the corner
Slide a thin piece of cereal box type board under the mat. Wprks like a charm.
I senf my Stamperatus back to Stampin’ Up! I think it’s useless because you can’t stamp in the corner.
Stampin up is really good about returns. Sorry it didn't work out for you... But hopefully you have the misti or another similar stamping tool because they are so helpful to get good stamped images :)
I stamp in the corner fine on my Stamparatus.
Eveline van Heijst I haven't had any issue stamping in the corners either.
try the we are memories ADVANCED press its the best stamp platform out there I left a fairly long comment above if youcare to read it!!! and Its only $21.99 at HSN (home shopping network)
There is no reason whatsoever that you should need to purchase anything extra. The product should work correctly r8ght out of the package!
I agree
I totally agree! Why should a person have to pay additional money and go buy something else, due to their design flaw? At $49.00, for this stamping platform, perhaps Stampin up should include it in the box.
I read online SU is being sued for patent infringement
I had not heard that. I would be surprised as there are many stamping positioning tools out there... But possible.
Stamparatus will no longer be available from Stampin’ Up and probably is sold out by now, April 3, 2023.
Oh... Good to know. That is sad because I love my Stamparatus. Thanks for the info.
Proves MISTI is better.
I am so glad that you love your misti. I loved mine for years and I understand they made improvements since I bought mine. It is a great tool. :) Thanks for watching :)
Not so, IMO. Misti is more expensive, the magnetic hold is not as great, it requires special cleaner, and unless you laminate the grid paper you're buying more. Just sayin'.
But what's the point of a grid, if it is covered up to where you can't even see the ruler?
Tim Holtz Stamp Platform!
AMEN!!! FINALLY!! SOMEONE ELSE WITH THE ULTIMATE ANSWER!! The TH platform solves every single problem of BOTH the MISTI AND the SU knockoff.
My Misti comes with 2 magnets
Wow that is great. They must have changed that recently. :)
m nieves the newer ones have etched grid as well
That is great to know. I got mine when they first came out...so they may have come out with new enhancements to make it better. Thanks for letting me know :)
So does stampartus
I refuse to purchase a Misti because of the way the company (My Sweet Petunia) owner has treated the crafting community. Absolute greed and fear of competition - causing ALL other stamping platform creators to quit selling their products! Now Misti is the only choice due to her lawsuits. No thank you MSP/Misti. Very sad and disgusting. 😟
It's a shame you have to rigg it so it stamps correctly!
Misti owns the copyright. It’s a legal fact.
still not better. it's just another copy