Altenew Stampwheel - is it worth it?

My first thoughts on this new stamping/stencilling tool from Altenew!
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[@2CorgiMom]

Thanks for the great review. 😊 having to flip the plastic wheel over for each image looks too cumbersome and time consuming. I think I’ll stick with GinaK’s Wreath Builder templates. They’re much, much cheaper and work with my Misti.

[@ardyth]

Yes, the Wreath Builder is a genius tool for sure! This tool will allow bigger wreaths than the Wreath Builder that fits in the original MISTI, but it's definitely a similar look. Thanks so much for watching!

[@joanbardee5135]

I've been waiting for a review by someone who paid for it! thanks

[@ardyth]

Thanks for stopping by, Joan! I do really like how it spins and that sticky mat!

[@olivemaycards]

Thanks for reviewing this new tool. It’s really helpful in figuring out if it would add any value to my crafty life. And thanks for mentioning storage as well - that’s a huge issue in my space.

[@ardyth]

Yeah, that petal wheel can make it a little awkward. I'll definitely provide updates if I come up with any genius ideas! Thanks so much for watching!

[@teresasanner-fecto3690]

I appreciate your honest opinion about these things. I find it very helpful. You always have such great tips too. Thank you!

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@kesami123]

I don't think this is for me, but that sticky photopolymer mat looks awesome! I hope they'll sell it separately. TYSM for sharing!

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@dianehollisdesigns]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@fionnawheatley9095]

@@dianehollisdesigns I asked that question too!

[@doloresr5514]

I agree. I don't think it is for me, either. But I am interested in that sticky mat.

[@becomingdryork2919]

I heard during the release that they do intend to eventually sell replacement mats

[@angelastone9109]

Gina K started the whole wreath making technique which I love as it's easy to use plus it's fun as you see the wreath form before your eyes. Also, Gina's works with Misti like stampers that all of us already have. Who has money to buy a who new system that would make all that we already have obsolete??? 🤨

[@ardyth]

That is definitely something to think about if all you want to do is make a wreath (this will allow a much bigger wreath than the wreath builder that fits in the original MISTI). Thanks so much for watching!

[@roxytimmons482]

Great examples thank you🤗

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@gulffire117]

Thanks for a great review and demo.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@artcreationsbydar]

Great video! Thanks so much. 🙂🙂🙂

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@expressivepaper]

Great review Ardyth answered all the questions I had!!!

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much, Kathy!

[@743linda]

Great tips!!!

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching, Linda!

[@yolandapickard7567]

Thank you for all this information and beautiful work that you did ! 😊

[@ardyth]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@virginiachamberlain3073]

Thank you for your time giving us your experiences.

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@tammyb6497]

Thanks for the review Ardyth. I tend to drop things and this seems like a very large stamp block to me, so it’s not something I would purchase. Also, I think people that have arthritis or other hand issues might find this difficult to work with. The cost is very prohibitive for me as well (with duty, taxes and the exchange rate, it would cost almost $200 to ship this to Alberta!). Have a happy Easter! 🐰🐣

[@ardyth]

Hi Tammy! Scrap'n'Stamp in Canada has it for $120 CAD plus shipping right now, but I get what you're saying. Happy Easter to you, too! Thanks so much for watching!

[@fionnawheatley9095]

@@rtd1791 i use a reshipper because it is vastly cheaper.

[@MsAliemm]

​@@rtd1791 Hi there! I live in Melbourne Australia and shipping along with exchange rates atm 🤯 can be ridiculously expensive. Great minds think alike though...I have often wondered if it would be possible to get a group of crafters together who would be willing to help each other out like that. I don't know any other crafters though so it's always been a pipe dream. I'm open to suggestions 🤔😉🙂 Hugs from down under...Ali xx

[@SweetT601]

@@rtd1791 I just sent a friend in the UK 2lbs of crafting supplies. I’m in Alabama and it cost me $60. So shipping is definitely not cheap.

[@margewilcox7025]

Thank you!

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@nicoleblowers5438]

Thank you for your indepth review of this tool. Very informative.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@cindycottrell9845]

Thanks for the detailed tips and the genuine opinions💚

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@InaNutshellCrafts]

I’m getting mine for Christmas and I can’t wait! Thanks for sharing!

[@ardyth]

I love tools that give this kind of precise result! Thanks for watching!

[@spremier9626]

This is a wonderfully comprehensive review.

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@brendaelainewaddell1682]

Hi Ardyth. What an interesting new tool. Thanks so much for the honest review. 😊🇨🇦

[@yvonnetucker1416]

always wanted to know about this item. Thanks

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@eanscombe]

wonderful to see the wheel in action

[@ardyth]

Such a great tool! Thanks for watching!

[@martharodriguez4864]

Very pretty cards!

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@adj822]

Thanks for your input! You really helped to show us the different ways you can use this tool. Great in-depth review. Appreciate it! ❤

[@ardyth]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@JoanOrloffDK]

Great review 🥰 I love your card designs and your review ❤ thanks for sharing your creativity Hugs xx Happy Easter 🐣

[@ardyth]

Thank you so much!

[@IshaniScards]

Wow.. that's a lot of insight into this new tool. Thank you for sharing your experience Ardyth and help so many of us make up our minds!

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for stopping by, Ishani!

[@barbarahill6365]

Thank you Ardyth for an honest review.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@kakylong2]

Ardyth, Thank you for your take on this. I love my Misti so I'm not sure it would be worth it to me right now, but it is interesting. 😊

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@vegasgal47]

Thanks! This video very helpful in my decision. I do mainly regular stamping

[@ardyth]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@Altenew]

Thanks for your honest review, Ardyth! You made such pretty cards 😍

[@ardyth]

Thanks for dropping by! I am still really loving this tool for the spin feature and the sticky mat!

[@CouzCat]

There are definitely things you can do with this only. The photopolymer mat is a real plus. It’s much more durable than the other sticky mats available & you have to know they will lose their stick over time & need replacement, not this one. I’ve already suggested to customer service that they have a golden marketing opportunity with just the photopolymer mat. They’ve passed it on to marketing. Great minds think alike. I knew there would be gasps over the price, however, if you add in the cost of sticky mats for the MISTI, they’re close.

[@ardyth]

YES. I love the mat, although it's already getting stained with my pink inks (that doesn't bother me, but I know it's a factor for some people!). Thanks so much for watching!

[@monsyd913]

Thank you for this video. I have it on pre-order...just tapping my toe, waiting waiting waiting :) I got it to make my Concord & 9th Turnabouts easier to use. So excited!

[@ardyth]

Oh! I hadn't thought of that - I'm going to give it a try - just lost my turnabout jig recently (how does that happen?! LOL!) so maybe this will help! Thanks for the suggestion, and for watching!

[@MayholicDesign]

Great demonstration! Thanks for sharing the tips. I don’t know why I’ve never thought about removing the sticky mat from the base while ink blending! Now I know. Thanks again.

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much, May!

[@becomingdryork2919]

Thanks for sharing. I received my stampwheel last week but like you I struggled initially so I set it aside. I will try some of your techniques.

[@ardyth]

It's definitely something that will take getting used to. Thanks so much for watching!

[@wendy8184]

Thanks for the review Ardyth it was very helpful. I prefer a hinged door stamp platform, but that sticky mat is amazing!

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@wendymcdonald7351]

I love this tool! I'm into layering dies and being able to load it up with them and mass make layered designs is worth it.

[@ardyth]

So glad you're excited for it! Thanks for watching!

[@Taitcreates639]

Wow, haven’t seen that wheel before. How interesting. Love Natasha Foote. I’m signed up for the event.

[@ardyth]

See you there! Thanks for watching!

[@suesmith2353]

Thank you so very much for this review of the new tool. It has been very helpful for me as I wasn't sure what it's main function is. Yes, I too hope they sell the sticky mat separately as I would love to have it in my craft room. Thanks again.

[@ardyth]

Altenew is selling the mat separately (that's the only site I've seen it on). Thanks for watching!

[@maureenmahurin1673]

Thank you for the great video with lots of tips! I received mine last week but won’t play with it til this weekend. I liked this tool because it doesn’t have hinges (my we loved and worn out misti had badly deteriorated hinges causing it to not stamp accurately any more.) I also love this tool because the plate is shaped to fit into positions and it doesn’t seem like it takes a lot of pressure to make the stamped image (no need for a stamping tool to apply pressure which is a bonus as I have hand and wrist issues and applying extra pressure with a stamping tool is just to possible se days). I’m also looking forward to the sticky mat and easy ability to make wreaths larger than the original wreath builder. So many pluses for me made this a no-brainer to save my crafty budget a few months to buy this. Thank you again for your videos on this tool!

[@ardyth]

Hi Maureen! If the hinges on your MISTI failed, you should contact them - they have replaced mine a few times, and now with the 2.0, the hinges have been redesigned, and I haven't had any issues since then. Thanks so much for dropping by.

[@Card_Crazed]

I was wondering about this tool... I too, hope they sell the sticky photopolymer mat separately. I have 2 sizes of stamp positioners, and the wheel doesn't really add extra stamping space that I don't already have with my largest stamp positioner.

[@ardyth]

That's a good point! Thanks so much for watching!

[@johannagoldenberg3300]

I think you covered all the bases thoroughly! Like you, I LOVE my 360° tool and am enamoured with your circular/wreath technique with this new tool. I have the Pirouette Pattern Templates set from LDRS Creative. All the math is done for me (yay!) and it has 4 templates for different patterns. I love it; however, the maximum size is 4.25 inches square, and this new tool ramps up possibilities! Thanks for your thoughtful review and demos! You certainly have me thinking seriously about this, as it is a hefty investment, especially for us Canadians.

[@ardyth]

Oh, I haven't seen those templates - I'll have to take a look. Also, scrap'n'stamp has it for $120 CAD (it's a preorder right now). Thanks so much for watching!

[@bethanmartha]

Fab review! I love my stamp wheel, I find it stamps better than my misti. I'm really enjoying using it 😊

[@ardyth]

Good to hear from someone else who has it and enjoys it - I'll definitely keep working with it. Thanks for watching!

[@donnaglass3350]

That mat looks awesome. I do hope they sell that separately. Thanks for the review!

[@ardyth]

I LOVE the mat! Thanks so much for watching!

[@theresajtheresaj6462]

They do sell the mat separately

[@ardyth]

@@theresajtheresaj6462 I KNOW! I just found it on the Altenew site! I'm so happy! lol! Thanks for sharing that!

[@tinamarie2957]

Thanks for your ideas on the Altenew Stampwheel! I just received mine and want to watch some videos to get other ideas before I dig in! I believe with time it will be just as easy to use as the Misti. I think for wreaths and especially for layered stamps this is awesome, it takes so much less time to just stamp & flip it over and stamp again that removing the stamps and adding the next piece that you have to do with the Misti. Ardyth I really enjoy your videos and have subscribed and follow you, Thanks for all you share with us!

[@ardyth]

I don't do much layered stamping, so I probably did not do the wheel justice in that area, but others say it's really good for that. Thanks so much for watching!

[@mrsmcphate]

Thanks so much for this review. I'll definitely hold off for a while. I just don't want to learn how to use another new thing right now! LOL! Again, TFS!

[@ardyth]

Haha! Yes, that is definitely a factor! Thanks so much for watching!

[@triciakaplan5201]

I just purchased this stamp wheel also after watching several videos that had rave reviews. I haven’t tried using it yet, but what excited me most about it is that stamp-layering flowers will be so quick and easy. I enjoyed your video and love the idea about numbering the scallops on the wheel.

[@ardyth]

I don't have any/many layering stamps, but from what I've seen, this tool will make that process so much faster! Thanks so much for watching!

[@barbborja1910]

I would love to buy the sticky mat with the grid lines. I will probably try my gel press in the meantime to see if it works for ink blending and stencils since it’s made from the same material. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@ardyth]

I'm going to be trying that too - I think a gel plate is not the same as a photopolymer stamp (something about mineral oil?) but it definitely shares a lot of similar properties and I think it's a genius idea! Thanks for watching!

[@sueb1828]

Nice review. I heard a new top plate with grid lines will be available later. It has some nice features, but not sure it’s worth it for me right now since I don’t do wreaths much. mMy MISTI with my GKD wreath builder system works to create wreaths. Perhaps once the grid lines plate comes out & new improvements, I will purchase it then. TFS.

[@ardyth]

Oh that's interesting - this wheel is definitely etched with lines meant to help with the wreathbuilding, but the GKD Wreath builder is very good at that, too. Thanks for watching!

[@marlenethoms1038]

I am intrigued by this new tool. As much as I love the Misti, I have had the hinges crack on three of them and with this tool there are no hinges - yay! I also like that the photopolymer will last much longer than the sticky mats that are on the market and I am all about reducing waste with tools that last longer.

[@ardyth]

I also had trouble with MISTI hinges and they replaced every one of them (and in the end redesigned the hinges) - I definitely recommend getting in touch with them. And I agree about the photopolymer! Thanks for watching!

[@donnaphelan3108]

Great review! I don't think I will add this to my craft room. I do love that large mat though. I think the flipping of it each time would do me in, I see me dropping it and have ink blots everywhere. lol I do enjoy Gina's Wreath Builder. Easy to use with the Misti and not hard to store at all, and of course, the price point! Thanks for the in-depth review!

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@evaj.1337]

it's perfect for layered stamping. Several layers fit on the wheel, no need to constantly change the paper or stamp and therefore ideal for mass production. I don't regret buying it at all

[@ardyth]

That is a great reminder! I don't have layered stamps, but I definitely have seen how well it works for them - thank you for pointing that out!

[@kristinevencel2898]

Thank you for sharing & for your opinion. Not sure this is something I need at its price point. I don’t do layered stamping much & my Misti works great for turn-about stamps. Plus, I don’t have much storage area and this looks too large for what I have. Can’t wait to see what else you do with it, though!

[@ardyth]

Yes, it's definitely something that people should think about - it has some neat features, but as many have pointed out, there are already tools that do much of what this one does. Thanks so much for watching!

[@laurie3881]

Thanks for this review. I think I will skip the Stampwheel for now but it was really nice to see just how it works.

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@donnamikasa]

Thanks for the review Ardyth! I’m so used to my Misti and Cricut sticky mat that it’s hard for me to justify purchasing a Stampwheel. Maybe if I was just starting out as a stamper but I’m at the twilight years of stamping and looking for ways to use what I have rather than invest in a new toy.

[@ardyth]

That's fair - thanks for stopping by, Donna!

[@marthakrause8441]

Thanks, Ardith, that was helpful! I am older and have been a crafter for a long time. I currently have an appointment with a hand surgeon for carpal tunnel. This is probably not a concern for younger crafters, but they should be aware that the constant turning required with this tool will eventually take its toll. I would love to have the photopolymer base and hope that a separate one will be offered in the future.

[@marthakrause8441]

Sorry, messages auto corrected the spelling of you name.

[@ardyth]

Haha! Isn't it funny that it recognizes Ardith, but not Ardyth. Oh well, I guess I've been spelling it wrong all these years! Thanks for your comment - that's definitely something to be taken into account. And thanks for watching!

[@nicolalederer9517]

Hi Ardyth, thank you for your review, fair and thorough, really helpful to assess if and how it would be useful. For me, my initial impression was borne out: I REALLY want the photopolymer mat - the whole wheel will be too cumbersome and to much to store :) So I hope your prediction will come true and they will sell the mat separately! Kind regards from Germany, Nicola

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching, Nicola!

[@nicolefessett9100]

I’m a first timer here! Wow people are sooo opinionated about this…I love it and I can’t wait to play with mine! Great video!

[@ardyth]

Welcome! I love to hear people's opinions as long as they stay polite - that's generally not a problem here! Any new tool is going to work for some and not for others, that's for sure! Thanks so much for watching - hope to see you again!

[@sherylosullivan9619]

Thanks Ardyth. I always love a good tool. I have several stamping platforms (none of them a MISTI!) but I like the idea of the sticky mat in the Stampwheel. I’ve tried several sticky mats and they always lose their stick. Being made of photo polymer, maybe that’s the problem solved. It would have been great if the Stampwheel came with a built in grid, preferably removable with inches on one side and metric the other.

[@ardyth]

I definitely love the sticky mat. I now have the Waffleflower mats as well, and they are just as good, but I find myself reaching for the Altenew one simply because it's in that base . Thanks for watching!

[@j.m.v.k.7684]

Thanks for this video Ardyth. I can see this is not a tool for me ( I'm math challenged to begin with) BUT I really appreciate your information.

[@ardyth]

Fair enough - Thanks so much for watching!

[@sarebear62]

I think it looks amazing. I figure for storage, since it needs to be horizontal, I will get a low, deep and long enough under shelf basket, that I can store soe upcoming accessories they are making for it, and the wheel itself. There's enough room to hang it over the shelf I have a folding but heavy duty trimmer on, so it will make use of that unused space. The shelf is just above my desk, so I can set the lid in the basket when I am stenciling or other things. It's either that or get some stacking paper trays, and put my stamp platforms, trimmers, and die cutting platforms in . . .I suppose after the summit I will have a better idea of what I want to do, because all these large flat things with similar and/or related uses, would be great if they were organized together safely and accessibly

[@AimeeFleck]

Great idea

[@ardyth]

I am storing it vertically, but in two pieces - ie the wheel is not in its place in the base. But I love how you're using your space to best advantage - thanks for sharing! Looking forward to seeing you at the Summit!

[@mybibliofiles]

Hmm, this gives me an idea. That photopolymer mat is so useful! Isn't it basically a gelli plate? Maybe that's something I can purchase to hold down my papers as I stamp. 🤔

[@ardyth]

YES! Someone else suggested that and I can't wait to give it a try! Thanks for watching!

[@floradiamonds]

I found your review very interesting, and it came across as unnecessarily complicated, which makes it a no-go for me. Also, as has been mentioned, arthritis in both hands would, I think, soon remove any desire to experiment with it. Then the cost of buying from the UK. The only positive, for me, is the sticky mat, which can be bought separately anyway. Again, thank you for doing the hard work here; anything that can help this crafter make a sensible choice in an increasingly expensive world is to be valued and appreciated.

[@ardyth]

Glad you found it helpful in making your decision! Thanks for watching!

[@dizzinese]

I couldn’t wait to see what you thought of this! Great video! I like how you broke it down into parts of how you’d use it. It would be quite a while before I could get it, but I think that it does a lot for one tool. The thing that worries me a little, is that if you had a hard time with getting used to the turning after all you’ve done with PPalace, I don’t stand much of a chance. I can tell one thing I think maybe they should’ve done differently but I’m not sure since I haven’t used it. Do you think if the marks were in black instead of white, it would be easier since most of us use far more white than dark cardstock? It certainly would be easier to see in a video. Lol I couldn’t tell where you were at all. So to be fair, I think you should use it only for anything you would use the PP 360, if not more, for another month or 2. Then I’d love to get another review of it only because you are already in a habit with the PP 360 so I think that makes this feel more strange to you than say someone like me that’s never used the PP tool. Do you think so? Regardless, I really like the capabilities. I know you will be loving this thing! Your first run you made just gorgeous fast Easter cards! Have a Happy Easter! God bless you!

[@ardyth]

I definitely found that numbering the petals really helped me keep straight in my mind where things were at when turning. While the concept is similar to the 360 tool, I would say it depends whether you prefer working with stamps or stencils - I will definitely continue to use it and give updates. Thanks for watching, Denise!

[@shandac3767]

Thanks for the demo. I think I’ll stick with my MISTI though.

[@ardyth]

I get it. Thanks so much for watching!

[@kathysueTX]

I think Petal Plate should be adopted as it’s name! Very good descriptive name.

[@ardyth]

Why thank you! lol! Thanks so much for watching!

[@tolebearlucy6936]

I appreciate your review. With arthritis I don’t think this would work for me. I am hoping the sticky mat would be available though! Different sizes too! TYFS❤

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@susanrib1202]

totally confused and i already ordered it!

[@ardyth]

Haha! Sorry if I confused you. It's not difficult to figure out once you have it. Thanks for watching!

[@mllecoline1961]

Having a stamparatus, that is no longer available, this would be a great addition. I like being able to use multiple layers at the same time.

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@racheljolley26352]

This is a very expensive tool, priced at over £80 in the UK, so I don’t think I will be buying it. Thank you though for doing this review and love those gorgeous Easter cards ❤

[@ardyth]

Wow! That is much higher than the current price in Canada. Thanks so much for watching, Rachel!

[@fionnawheatley9095]

Try $170 in Australia!

[@CardsbyMaaike]

it looks impressive, I saw it first on Therese's channel, loved it, then I saw it's price and now I don't love it as much ;-) I am a stamper at heart, but I can't. I wonder if the base is photopolymer if it will stain like when you use certain inks on stamps. might come separately later as you think also, but a stamp that size might be 50 dollars as well. O use a medical grip mat in my misti , it's like th etim holtz one but comes on a roll

[@ardyth]

Yes, I think it will stain, like a big stamp, with any ink that stains stamps. Thanks for dropping by, Maaike!

[@coolstamper]

What is a medical grip mat? Do you have a link for one? TY 💕

[@dc8202]

​@@coolstamper google it - you're better off to find it in what country you live in (some countries charge ridiculous shipping, combined with the dollar exchange it may prevent you from buying it. Ask me how I know 😉). Some medical supply companies that may be local to where you live may also stock it or be able to order for you - worth checking. Good luck.

[@prentzess]

I am more interested in the organizing summit. The last thing I need is more tools!

[@ardyth]

Yay! Hope to see you there!

[@AimeeFleck]

I have the medium sized We R stamping platform-I’ve had it for years and LOVE IT but my mousepad is wrecked and they don’t seem to sell the replacements anymore so I’m gonna pitch it. I have a mini Misti and the hinges broke. I still use it but pieces of plastic are coming off all the time. I have the Tim Holtz one and we are not friends 😂 I’ve been debating between this one, the Sizzix one, or the huge honking We R one

[@ardyth]

Contact the MISTI people - if your hinges broke (mine did on several of them!!!), they will replace with the new redesign. Thanks so much for watching!

[@AimeeFleck]

@@ardyth really? I didn’t know, I’ll give that a try.

[@bunnylands916]

Aimee, I've been using the WRMK medium-sized stamping platform, and I like it a lot, but it hadn't occurred to me that the foam pad might become unusable. Was there anything in particular that seemed to damage yours, or did the foam just break down over time? Also, have you tried substituting a piece of fun foam, or an embossing mat? It seems as if there ought to be some way to create a comparable cushioning effect, but that might be wishful thinking on my part.

[@AimeeFleck]

@@bunnylands916 No, it’s not deteriorating or anything, it’s just got 10 years of ink and stuff on it. They used to sell replacements back in the day. It’s just a matter of it looking terrible for me 😂

[@bunnylands916]

Thanks, Aimee, it's helpful for me to know that. (I should probably try to get in the habit of putting a piece of scrap paper under my cardstock before stamping.) Good luck with getting a replacement for your MISTI!☺

[@lucyc]

It looks like a pretty good tool. Because there's no hinge, it should be different enough that My Sweet Petunia won't go after them and sue them. Thanks for the demo, Ardyth!

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@mitzi66]

I would love to have one, but I really doubt I'll ever pay that for it. I've just bought the Sizzix one, saw it half price, and it's the best I've had out of 4! But I love the Altenew wreath making facility. We don't really get a good price on Altenew stuff in the UK. The Misti is so overpriced too, and I really don't like what I've heard about the company. Anyway you have made beautiful cards as usual ❤

[@ardyth]

If you have something that works, then no need to look further. Thanks so much for watching!

[@rtd1791]

Where did you find the Sizzix Stamp & Stencil for half price? I would be more likely to buy it if it didn’t cost $60 USD.

[@AimeeFleck]

How do you like the Sizzix one?

[@mitzi66]

@@AimeeFleck very much! They sticky grid is good, and plenty of room. Each one of the other 3 I have, either the mat moves, no corner to but it up in as the magnets are no match to the stickiness of a lot of stamp, or they don't close if your stamp goes to the edge. I'm very happy with it. I will devise my own way of making nice wreaths though.

[@AimeeFleck]

@@mitzi66 thanks for the reply. I’m a Sizzix girl and I’ve been considering it.

[@lisabrown1324]

I would think the bottom part would be able to rotate vs taking the top on and off. It’s a nice idea though.

[@ardyth]

Ooooh. I have a turntable. Need to put my thinking cap on and see if I can work that idea through - smart! Thanks so much for watching!

[@annearchbold6127]

This tool is NOT for people with wrist issues. I found that sometimes the entire stamp would not print - I would pick up the wheel and see that certain parts of the stamp still contained the ink (especially an edge area). So would place the wheel back in and really press hard. sometimes that portion would never stamp. I tested the stamps in the Misti and had no problem at all. I was using various Altenew stamps.

[@ardyth]

Interesting, I didn't have that problem. Maybe because I was using smaller stamps. I will keep an eye out for that - thanks for sharing!

[@annearchbold6127]

For me, it happened on mid- and small-size stamps. Loved being able to use layered stamps with each layer stamp on a different spot on the wheel.

[@ardyth]

@@annearchbold6127 Interesting, as I say, I'll keep an eye out for that issue. And yes, I understand this is a great too for layering stamps - I don't really do that very often, but I know others do! Thanks for sharing!

[@RamoArt]

I think the white plastic could get ink stains.. the color alone is a turn off for me. Why did they choose baby poop for the corners? Your video was very informative and straight to the point, thank you. The bit about organisation was especially interesting to me because it showed the size compared to a misti.

[@ardyth]

Haha! Baby poop. I did not see that - they kind of match the gold lettering on the base! Thanks for watching!

[@Nana-us8ls]

Always enjoy your demos. May I ask what your ink pads were sitting on to keep them from moving while ink blending?

[@ardyth]

That is the Tim Holtz Media grip mat - it is perfect for doing that job! Thanks for watching!

[@Nana-us8ls]

Do have a different storage solution than the SSS Cardstock sleeves Tim uses?

[@ardyth]

@@Nana-us8ls I don't know those sleeves in particular, but I do use plastic folders (long side open) for storing my specialty card stock (white cardstock is in a drawer). I found that the folders with the short side open were too difficult to get scraps out of.

[@pattybowen3014]

I have been wondering about bobbling the petal plate as you are trying to set it into place and then ending up with a messed up image. I noticed you specifically said to line it up in the two bottom petal slots first and then press. Did you have any trouble getting it to set in correctly? Thank you!

[@ardyth]

I did not have trouble getting it to set in correctly, and the movement became more familiar over time, but I get what you're saying - I was concerned about it, but in this (admittedly very short!) session, that didn't happen to me. I'm sure my opinion will develop over time as I have more experience with it. Thanks so much for watching!

[@pattybowen3014]

@@ardyth Thank you so much for your response - and the review of the product. I will love seeing all the things you create using it!

[@esthergraham1353]

Wow. I love this idea. I think that the only good thing that Misti has done is to force the other stamp platform makers to get more creative.

[@ardyth]

haha! This one is definitely innovative! Thanks for watching!

[@TexasBunnee]

I used StayzOn ink for something & there’s smudges on the petal plate. Is there something to get it off? I was thinking nail polish remover, but afraid it’ll cloud up the plate.

[@ardyth]

Oh gosh, I haven't used StazOn for years so I'm not really up to date on this topic. I would try Ultra Clean first, and possibly rubbing alcohol. Nail Polish is likely acetone and I'm not sure what it might do to the plate. Good luck!

[@judyiverson8639]

Hey Ardyth! I don't think I need one of these, but I am curious about that grey piece you have on your mat that is holding your inks. Does it keep them from moving around, and if so, what is it? Thanks! Love the cards!

[@fionnawheatley9095]

I think it’s the Tim Holtz grippy mat!

[@ardyth]

That is the Tim Holtz Media Grip Mat. Cheap and easy to clean and yes, grips the ink pads very well. Thanks so much for watching!

[@judyiverson8639]

@@ardyth Thank you!

[@bunnylands916]

Just for stamping, how does this compare with the We R Memory Keepers stamping platform (the Precision Press Advanced)?

[@ardyth]

Oh yes! I used to have that tool! (had to Google it to be sure lol!). I don't have it anymore, but the motion of picking up the 'lid', flipping it over and stamping would be similar I think. You can't turn the WRMK one, but you can't shift the altenew one by putting the lid in different positions. Thanks for watching!

[@bunnylands916]

Thanks, Ardyth - I hadn't picked up on that limitation of the Stamp Wheel. Looks like I'll keep making wreath-building templates to use with my WRMK stamping platform, since the Stamp Wheel price isn't likely to drop to where I could justify getting one.

[@nurseratchet8566]

Thank you so much for your honest opinion. I am still on the fence but have more knowledge. I think the drawback for is the mechanics of a non attached lid. I might just wait for that sticky mat😆

[@ardyth]

It's definitely very different from using a MISTI for stamping. I love the turning ability and I'm using the sticky mat a lot. Thanks for watching, Dianne!

[@christinecolton2596]

I noticed you put the grid under

[@ardyth]

Yes. That was a tip from Simon Hurley and I really found it helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@Spiritual-by-nature]

I was thinking about getting it but at 85.00 - 99.00 it’s a bit pricey. I don’t think I would use it enough. Storage is the other thing too.

[@ardyth]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@barblibrarian]

Have you tried Gina Ks Wreath Maker? How do they compare?

[@ardyth]

I used the Wreath Builder years ago when it first came out, before I got the Stencils 360 tool. The Wreath Builder is a clever, Inexpensive and easy to use tool that will build wreaths. The size is limited by the size of the Wreath Builder, and this new Altenew tool can build bigger wreaths, allowing you to use more stamps or bigger stamps if you wish. Thanks for watching!

[@ruthsonger2178]

I have often looked at (and liked) Altenew products BUT the prices are just completely unreasonable. I wonder what is going on in their marketing scheme. I've always passed on anything Altenew and this will be just another one of their products that won't find a home in my house. Earth to Altenew!

[@ardyth]

It's true we each have to decide what to purchase and not purchase for our hobbies. Thanks so much for watching!

[@craftecowgirl]

Whats stencil used first?

[@ardyth]

That is Simon Hurley's Geo Circles stencil and there's a link in the video description under the video if you're interested in finding out more about it. Thanks for watching!

[@STRAHAN50]

Not something I cant live without.

[@ardyth]

Fair enough. Thanks for watching!

[@jesseb5112]

I like putting card panels on my gel plate for stenciling. I use a Tondo for wreaths. I have a memory MISTI as well as a Tim Holtz platform. I don't think this is for me, but I think it is great if you don't have all the rest. Thank you for your honesty

[@ardyth]

Oh that's a great idea! I may try that with my gel plate, too! Thanks for that! And thanks for watching!

[@rtd1791]

Who makes the Tondo? I am unfamiliar with this.

[@jesseb5112]

@@rtd1791 Kathya Kalinine. She has a KZbin channel. I was wrong. It is the Tond-Oh. She announced it 2 years ago. I have the largest size.

[@barbarasullivan6752]

Way too pricey, which isn't a surprise from Altenew. I have a Stamparatus, as well as a We R Memorykeepers. The Stamparatus works just fine for me.

[@ardyth]

Glad it's working for you - no need to look further. Thanks so much for watching!

[@cynthiatuczynski9491]

I’m so glad I watched your review. You had a lot of great ideas and tips. However, for me, I think this is way overpriced.

[@ardyth]

I get it - thanks so much for watching!

[@marcydobbs1653]

The constant motion required and flipping make this a no for arthritic hands. I hoped it would be a good choice for me.

[@ardyth]

That's too bad. I hope the companies are listening and will come up with something that works for you! Thanks for watching!

[@donnad8361]

Thanks for the demo. I don’t think this tool is for me, after watching you use it I feel this would annoy me having to constantly turn it over to ink and turn to make the wreath. Also I am concerned with how to store it without breaking the edge of the wheel as it sticks out. Think a Misti is better. 😊

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@norinemueller4588]

Looks awesome but not for me and I would be afraid it would stop sticking just like some stamps I have and it’s pricey but think many people will love it

[@ardyth]

If you have stamps that have stopped being sticky, have you tried washing them with soapy water? That usually works for me to restore their stickiness. Thanks so much for watching!

[@sherryw-ponyluv-er2394]

The price is a deal breaker for me. I’ll stick with my Misti and Gina K templates.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!

[@diannelevy9179]

This is way too complicated for an old girl like me. lol.

[@ardyth]

LOL! That may be my fault for not practicing before I started recording the video - once I got going, it got easier and easier! Thanks for watching!

[@coolstamper]

I love the cards you made, but I would not purchase this tool. Too cumbersome for me. And I have the Misty and another tool similar to the Misty. I’ve also made my own wreath maker tool (so easy). And I think it’s easier to turn the paper in my wreath maker than it is to keep flipping the wheel on the Stampwheel. But, that’s just me and I’m sure there will be people who will buy it. But I think in time, if you do purchase it, it’ll be one of those tools that you WON’T reach for. Happy Easter all!!! 💕❤️💕

[@ardyth]

That's fair - we all need to make our own decisions on new tools, for sure! Thanks for watching!

[@pennydouphinett4545]

A $100 is outrageous for a cumbersome tool like this is. I imagine all the flipping over will get tiresome when you have other options. I do like the sticky mat, but I'll save my money and hold things down. Thanks for the review.

[@ardyth]

Thanks for watching!