I have had two wax seals from the 70's in my craft room that I'd never used. I was convinced that I wasn't going to go down the rabbit hole now that they seem to be all the rage again BUT I saw a Golden Gate Bridge stamp and could not resist. WOW. I love how my second attempt came out. I didn't use enough wax on the first but the second I used a combo of colors and love, love, love it. I didn't even embellish it further. Such a lovely touch to my finished card.
I can see I'm going to have to get a spoon! Love the marbleized look. I also like to put narrow ribbons under the wax in colors to coordinate or contrast with the envelope and wax colors. Enjoying your videos, thank you!
The feather looked amazing and i was sure that was my favorite!... Then i saw the gold foil added to the relief and WOW, it looks so gorgeous! So Gold Foil was the surprise winner for me. This video is a favorite, how fun!
Oh good! I almost didn’t include it because I was worried that it was too boring or expected-but it was too pretty with the pale blue and gold to leave it out!
I haven't tried my kit yet but I can't wait now after seeing your video. My eyes popped at the marble seal. I will definitely be trying that. Thank you.
Isn’t it fun?! There are so many things you can do with wax seals-I have another video coming out with more ideas like this one (once I can finish filming it!)
It looks so pretty to make wax stamps. I saved the dried cherry blossom 🌸 this is the perfect way to make something beautiful! Thank you for teaching me.
I’m new to this and I just want to say, Thank You So Much for sharing this video. It’s so helpful and informative and I really appreciate it. I also love the detail you put into your stamps. 💗🖤💗
Oh you are so kind! Thank you for taking the time to let me know that you enjoyed the video and found it helpful! Let me know if there is anything specific you need help with and I am happy to answer/make a full video for you 🥰
I've been doing wax seals for a number of years now, but in a relatively unimaginative way. I have some silver Encore! paint that I have been using lately, in combination with some gold glitter. To use, I rub the seal across the pad with the silver paint, then dab it into a thin scattering of glitter before pressing it into the hot wax. I haven't used it yet, but I have a tube of gold paint in a Painter''s brand tube with a wedge tip to highlight some of the raised elements of a seal's motif. Another thing I haven't tried but have read about. If you make a mistake trying to create a good seal image, I've seen that you can put the work in a microwave for 2 minutes, and it will melt the wax enough so that you can make another attempt. I have added ribbons under a seal, but never thought of feathers or flower petals. Thanks!
It can! But the main reason that I use it is because it is easy to get the wax seals off once they have cooled. Pouring wax on it over and over again definitely warms it up so sometimes I chill it again on the ice, hah
I wish you had a video on what to wax xD I just got a wax seal kit for Christmas, and tbh I wasn't expecting to be this excited I've been stamping everything in the house, it's so therapeutic and beautiful my lotion bottle, my candle, my letters, my notebook, EVERYTHING has a wax seal on it. I put one on my 3DPrinter too.... help... I need more stamps...
Oh! One thing that is super fun-if you have a pure brass stamper, you can stamp FOOD! I’ve tried cookies (not a ton of success) but chocolates work so well!
I got a kit for Christmas too. I love it so much. I MAY have ordered many, many more stamps since then... addiction mode is fully engaged! (Hubby need never know)
It depends on how fresh your petals are, but it is definitely more fragile that way. Something I might send within an outer envelope instead of by itself (or something I had over to the recipient in person)
Unfortunately it has been discontinued and I didn’t know until after I uploaded the video. You can use rub’n’buff as well-I have Grecian Gold and it has a similar effect
YES! There are some steps that I recommend taking in order to make sure that it arrives to it's destination in one piece (detailed in this video): ua-cam.com/video/uZjkwfCTjjI/v-deo.html but I LOVE sending wax seals through the mail!
You CAN, but it’s tricky. It can melt the design on the wax because the heat will reactivate the wax. I talk about it a little in this video but didn’t share how many times it took me to get it right! Hah m.ua-cam.com/video/2Lhb5EUz2Tg/v-deo.html
These are some great ideas thank you! I want to try the flowers especially. What colour of wax do you think would go well with some little blue Forget-Me-Not flowers? I like Artisaire wax and I was thinking of their Buttercream or Antique Pearl but if you have any other suggestions I would love to hear them.
@@katrinacrouch The Dusty Blue is one I will have to get in my next order. Thank you for letting me know the name of it. Yes, Prosecco is very nice. I got a pack of sticks in my last order. Thank you so much for your prompt replies!
Hello! I'm new to this, so I was wondering. How do you have wax not on the paper. Completely together and smooth? Like a button. I want to try that. Except I don't know where to start.
It’s older from Paper Fashion. I don’t know if she is even selling paint anymore but I do like it! Such a good, creamy color! I’ll keep an eye out for a dupe
Depends on the size of the seal and the brand/size of the beads, but I usually start with 3. You need at least one bead (I think that 1.5 extra works best) to push the wax out of the spoon.
Did you mention what type of paint you used? Was it acrylic? Just getting into this addiction and watching all 13 of your wax seal videos today. Hugs, Julie.
I don’t actually know the type! I think it’s water based, but it’s no longer made so I can’t research it further. If I was buying something today, I would get acrylic or use some rub’n’buff!
Pour REALLY close to your surface or wax “puddle”. I think I talk more about this is my “perfectly round” wax seal tutorial, but I will also have another video with more detail on it coming out soon. Basically if you pour too high your wax starts to cool at different rates, creating “rings”. This is super common/problematic with metallic waxes.
I purchase my stamps from Artisaire (they are having a sale right now!) and you can find the designs I featured in the video here: artisaire.com/collections/vendors?q=Artisaire%20x%20Katrina%20Crouch%20Art
Honestly, I’m not sure! I haven’t used it enough to even know. But acrylic paint would work well for creating this effect as it does not dissolve in water! Paint pens like sharpies work well too
Do you need permission from the creator of the designs (heron, peonies, etc. to sell?) if so, where can I find the rights to sell. Thank you! Your work is amazing!
These are my designs and yes, you need permission to sell. I am currently partnered with Artisaire.com for production but they do have wholesale opportunities available. And as with other works, credit to designer must be given when shared 💕
I have had two wax seals from the 70's in my craft room that I'd never used. I was convinced that I wasn't going to go down the rabbit hole now that they seem to be all the rage again BUT I saw a Golden Gate Bridge stamp and could not resist. WOW. I love how my second attempt came out. I didn't use enough wax on the first but the second I used a combo of colors and love, love, love it. I didn't even embellish it further. Such a lovely touch to my finished card.
Oh that’s great!! Your stamper sounds beautiful 😍
I would love to see your placecards for weddings/dinnerparties. thank you for your work. so creative!
That’s a great idea! I’ll start brainstorming ❤️
I can see I'm going to have to get a spoon! Love the marbleized look. I also like to put narrow ribbons under the wax in colors to coordinate or contrast with the envelope and wax colors. Enjoying your videos, thank you!
Yes! The marbled wax seals are so much fun! Love the idea of adding ribbon 😍😍😍
Thank you for this video. I am a first time user and without your help, I dread to think of the mess I would have made! ❤❤
Haha, you would have found your way! But glad I could make the journey easier and more enjoyable-reach out if you have any future questions ❤️
I love all of your ideas. Thank you so much for sharing your creations with us!!!
Oh I’m so glad!! I was just brainstorming new ideas for another video-hopefully soon!
The feather looked amazing and i was sure that was my favorite!... Then i saw the gold foil added to the relief and WOW, it looks so gorgeous! So Gold Foil was the surprise winner for me. This video is a favorite, how fun!
Oh good! I almost didn’t include it because I was worried that it was too boring or expected-but it was too pretty with the pale blue and gold to leave it out!
I love the story behind the feather. Fast post and the heron like great
I thought it was great too! I love history and small details like that
I haven't tried my kit yet but I can't wait now after seeing your video. My eyes popped at the marble seal. I will definitely be trying that. Thank you.
It’s so so fun!!
If you’re just starting out with wax seals, my beginner’s guide might be helpful for you: m.ua-cam.com/video/Mz7tLgrAQG4/v-deo.html
Adding the flowers and feather are fascinating and a new idea for me!
Isn’t it fun?! There are so many things you can do with wax seals-I have another video coming out with more ideas like this one (once I can finish filming it!)
wow great idea with the flowers
Isn’t it fun? So many possibilities
It looks so pretty to make wax stamps. I saved the dried cherry blossom 🌸 this is the perfect way to make something beautiful! Thank you for teaching me.
I love that you saved some florals! I forgot to this year but look forward to the spring 😍 enjoy!
i like the flowers, but i am VERY excited to try the paint method. Especially if I am using a dark colored wax.
It’s so beautiful! Acrylic based paints are usually pretty good and rub’n’buff for Metallica are 👌🏼
@@katrinacrouch thank you for the great videos , they have inspired me to make my correspondence to a whole new level. 😁
I’m new to this and I just want to say, Thank You So Much for sharing this video. It’s so helpful and informative and I really appreciate it. I also love the detail you put into your stamps. 💗🖤💗
Oh you are so kind! Thank you for taking the time to let me know that you enjoyed the video and found it helpful! Let me know if there is anything specific you need help with and I am happy to answer/make a full video for you 🥰
@@katrinacrouch Aww, Thank You So Much! I will do just that! You are so very sweet!
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Hope to try the feather. ❤
One of my favorites!
I've been doing wax seals for a number of years now, but in a relatively unimaginative way. I have some silver Encore! paint that I have been using lately, in combination with some gold glitter. To use, I rub the seal across the pad with the silver paint, then dab it into a thin scattering of glitter before pressing it into the hot wax. I haven't used it yet, but I have a tube of gold paint in a Painter''s brand tube with a wedge tip to highlight some of the raised elements of a seal's motif.
Another thing I haven't tried but have read about. If you make a mistake trying to create a good seal image, I've seen that you can put the work in a microwave for 2 minutes, and it will melt the wax enough so that you can make another attempt.
I have added ribbons under a seal, but never thought of feathers or flower petals. Thanks!
These are great tips! I can’t wait to try them
Soo beautiful! I can't wait to get my stamps. In the meantime I will play with my buttons earrings, etc.
Yes! I have done that and it is so fun (just watch the fingers! Lol)
Thank you for this information. I will just use dried flowers and clear plain wax. Thank u!!
So glad it was a helpful video!
Fun & beautiful ideas. I just bought the heron. So excited to use it!
Oh I love the Heron stamp! So good for costal vibes - I need to show off that one more
One of best wax videos I've found . Love !!
Wow, what a nice thing to say! I’m so glad you enjoyed it-thank you for taking the time to encourage me and help my little channel
Thank you love wax seals
So glad you enjoyed it!
Loved it all
So glad! They were a lot of fun to create!
When you do marble wax seal @3:54, does the cold surface on the metal make the wax harden quickly?
It can! But the main reason that I use it is because it is easy to get the wax seals off once they have cooled. Pouring wax on it over and over again definitely warms it up so sometimes I chill it again on the ice, hah
I wish you had a video on what to wax xD
I just got a wax seal kit for Christmas, and tbh I wasn't expecting to be this excited
I've been stamping everything in the house, it's so therapeutic and beautiful
my lotion bottle, my candle, my letters, my notebook, EVERYTHING has a wax seal on it. I put one on my 3DPrinter too....
help... I need more stamps...
Haha, the addiction is so real! I’ll work on some ideas 😉
Oh! One thing that is super fun-if you have a pure brass stamper, you can stamp FOOD! I’ve tried cookies (not a ton of success) but chocolates work so well!
I got a kit for Christmas too. I love it so much. I MAY have ordered many, many more stamps since then... addiction mode is fully engaged! (Hubby need never know)
I’ll try them ☺️Thank you for sharing！
Oh good! Let me know how it goes ☺️
Do you think that water based paint pens would work on wax?
Thanks for your help. Dominique 😉
They might but I think they would be more likely to rub off
What is your favorite way to play around with wax seals? Do you have a technique or effect that I didn't include?
🌺💕🌹 so lovely, trying all the different ways 🌹💕🌺
Be sure to let me know which one is your favorite!! 🥰🥰🥰
I liked the rose petals on the side but probably makes it super delicate and so I would likely not try it. Beautiful work!
It depends on how fresh your petals are, but it is definitely more fragile that way. Something I might send within an outer envelope instead of by itself (or something I had over to the recipient in person)
Thank you 😊
My pleasure! Please reach out if you have any specific questions!
TFS love these ideas!
So glad you enjoyed it!! 🥰🥰🥰
Love the gold paint you used on the flower, I would like to know the name of the paint you used.
Unfortunately it has been discontinued and I didn’t know until after I uploaded the video. You can use rub’n’buff as well-I have Grecian Gold and it has a similar effect
Just beautiful 😍 Can these go thru the Post Office?
YES! There are some steps that I recommend taking in order to make sure that it arrives to it's destination in one piece (detailed in this video): ua-cam.com/video/uZjkwfCTjjI/v-deo.html
but I LOVE sending wax seals through the mail!
If I pre-make my seals can I use a small amount of hot wax to attach them to the envelope? Thanks
You CAN, but it’s tricky. It can melt the design on the wax because the heat will reactivate the wax. I talk about it a little in this video but didn’t share how many times it took me to get it right! Hah m.ua-cam.com/video/2Lhb5EUz2Tg/v-deo.html
Woooowwwwwww 🌹🌹🌹💜💜💜
Thank you! 🥰🥰🥰
These are amazing
All beautiful 😍 Newbie here :)
They are addicting! You’ll be working up your own wax seal ideas in no time-so fun!
Very nice! Great ideas
Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed them as much as I enjoyed creating them
These are some great ideas thank you! I want to try the flowers especially. What colour of wax do you think would go well with some little blue Forget-Me-Not flowers? I like Artisaire wax and I was thinking of their Buttercream or Antique Pearl but if you have any other suggestions I would love to hear them.
I loooove Buttercream! One of my favorites. The light blue featured is Artisaire’s Dusty Blue: bit.ly/3ckGeOG
Prosecco is probably my most used wax if you’re into gold/metallics: bit.ly/3uStrcy
@@katrinacrouch The Dusty Blue is one I will have to get in my next order. Thank you for letting me know the name of it. Yes, Prosecco is very nice. I got a pack of sticks in my last order. Thank you so much for your prompt replies!
Great video, thank you so much! Have you ever used specialty polyester glitter? Thanks for sharing!
I have never even heard of specialty polyester glitter before! haha, what makes it different?
Hello! I'm new to this, so I was wondering. How do you have wax not on the paper. Completely together and smooth? Like a button. I want to try that. Except I don't know where to start.
I poured and stamped the hot wax on a silicone mat (or sometimes a sterling silver dish). Once it is cool, it pops right off!
@@katrinacrouch oh! Thank you so much!
Gorgeous
Thank you so much! Which style is your favorite?
Where did you get the paint for this? Ive been looking for that tone of gold!
It’s older from Paper Fashion. I don’t know if she is even selling paint anymore but I do like it! Such a good, creamy color! I’ll keep an eye out for a dupe
Just found your site and I am a beginner. Quick question: How many pieces of wax do you use for one seal?
Depends on the size of the seal and the brand/size of the beads, but I usually start with 3. You need at least one bead (I think that 1.5 extra works best) to push the wax out of the spoon.
Lovely 💗 it's really unique
Thank you so much! They were so fun to create
@@katrinacrouch your wax seal designs are amazing 🥰....
Love the colors you use in the marbled section. Are the buttercream, blush, and lavender colors from Artisaire?
All of the wax in this video is from Artisaire unless I say otherwise ☺️ direct links to each color is in the description
@@katrinacrouch thank you for the info!
Did you mention what type of paint you used? Was it acrylic? Just getting into this addiction and watching all 13 of your wax seal videos today. Hugs, Julie.
I don’t actually know the type! I think it’s water based, but it’s no longer made so I can’t research it further.
If I was buying something today, I would get acrylic or use some rub’n’buff!
Where can you purchase these?
The wax seal stamps can be found here: bit.ly/3Ixk6wy along with some premade wax seal options
Would these stamps work to “stamp” eyeshadow or highlighter pans? To imprint a design into the “sandy” feel before the material dries?
I think they would! Just make sure they are nice and dry so that they don’t pick any product up ☺️
Thank you! Will definitely look into this more.
Where did you find/order the floral initial stamp? I’d love to get one
It’s semi custom from my own collection. If you email me, I can set up an order for you!
katrinacrouch.com/contact
I keep getting what looks like a thumb print or moisture circle around the monogram on my wax seal. How do i get a cleaner looking stamp?
Pour REALLY close to your surface or wax “puddle”. I think I talk more about this is my “perfectly round” wax seal tutorial, but I will also have another video with more detail on it coming out soon.
Basically if you pour too high your wax starts to cool at different rates, creating “rings”. This is super common/problematic with metallic waxes.
I talk a liiiittle bit about it with a demo starting at 3:18 m.ua-cam.com/video/rxhPl7-IZlo/v-deo.html
@@katrinacrouch what I mean is that they look like they have sweat beads
Do you have an Instagram? Send me a picture and I’ll take a look @katrinacrouch.art
How can you get the wax stamp? Do you need to use marble?
I purchase my stamps from Artisaire (they are having a sale right now!) and you can find the designs I featured in the video here: artisaire.com/collections/vendors?q=Artisaire%20x%20Katrina%20Crouch%20Art
You do not have to use marble or a marbled effect to make wax seals ☺️
hi, is that acrylic paint?
Honestly, I’m not sure! I haven’t used it enough to even know. But acrylic paint would work well for creating this effect as it does not dissolve in water! Paint pens like sharpies work well too
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Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️
Do you need permission from the creator of the designs (heron, peonies, etc. to sell?) if so, where can I find the rights to sell. Thank you!
Your work is amazing!
These are my designs and yes, you need permission to sell. I am currently partnered with Artisaire.com for production but they do have wholesale opportunities available.
And as with other works, credit to designer must be given when shared 💕
Instead of the gold paint, use metallic gold ink pen/markers. Silver and gold work the best. Thank me later.
Great idea! Thanks
I meant colorful wax and plain stamp lol
Lol! Both would be pretty! Sometimes I use dried flowers with hot glue as the “wax” to mix it up 😉
Wax seals aren't manmade any more then crushed flowers are manmade. It's manipulated wax.
Check the definition of “manipulated”