Gel Press Stamping Techniques

How to use a gel press with stamping ink and stamps.
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[@jas8815]

Many of us, myself included, will never be able to blend ink smoothly, no matter what kind of daubers or blending brushes we use. I've pretty much given up on doing it that way. It's just not that easy to get good results. But using a brayer and the gel press, it's possible to get much better results, more easily. Thanks for giving us some great ideas for using these blends to make some beautiful cards.

[@jennifermcguireink]

It is really easy to do with this technique. And the good news? It doesn't have to be perfect!

[@cathyperry660]

Love these! I never knew anything about a gel press. Thank you for repeating the steps over and over :-). Gorgeous cards! Many Blessings to you for the many gifts you share with us, Cathy

[@julieprince77]

I find if I bray onto the distress ink pad to lift up some ink onto the brayer then put it onto the gelli plate by braying it on I get a very light even coat of ink. I love your ideas and the cards came out beautiful.

[@rayleentuel8644]

Very fun video. I want to tell you how much I appreciate when you hold up your work and freeze frame. Gives us time to really get a good look. Thank you for all your work.

[@moirahansen1955]

Thank you Jennifer. So many great ideas. Beautiful cards. 👏💕🇿🇦

[@wonderwonder30]

Ok, Jennifer you are a bad influence 😝 I broke down and bought a gel press. Now, gonna have to go back and re-watch your videos so I can make some amazing backgrounds. I’m super excited and thank you for influencing me hehe

[@jennifermcguireink]

Sorry? Ha!

[@lilawetzel8213]

Beautiful cards. I bought a gel press a long time ago after watching one of your videos and I've never used it. Well, I'm going to try it today. Wish me luck. Thank you for always giving more details when you're making a card. I can't tell you how many times I go back to your videos and watch them again and again.

[@debbarnett4250]

I just got a gel press for my birthday so can’t wait to play with it. Thanks for sharing Jennifer!

[@elizabethzaffarano2802]

I’ve found that a larger brayer also makes for a smoother blend. For example, a 6” brayer on a 5x7 plate barely leaves any lines, Bc you only need to shift it a bit to blend the colors. No edges.

[@karenmunson4401]

I love playing with the gel press. Thanks for sharing some different techniques.

[@janesmith6925]

You are such a good teacher and showing the method in a few examples really helps. I love these.

[@jennifermcguireink]

Glad you like them!

[@MsSuperklutz]

OMG Jennifer. Again WOW. SLL of your creations are So Gorgeous and I’m literally in jaw dropping awe over it all…I am enamored with what you did with that gel plate!! You never cease to amaze with what you do with your goodies…..I can’t thank you enough for your outstandingly detailed tutorial as I am a visual learner so details are so important and you definitely deliver!! I means so much too that you share your tremendously terrific tips, Tricks & Techniques!! YOU SO ROCK'!!!! Joan Smith

[@paulienvandenbosch3857]

These backgrounds and later cards, are so gorgeous. Love how many backgrounds you created, and fairly quickly too Thanks for sharing Jennifer. It is very much appreciated. 🌸

[@Cards4Cancer]

I absolutely love this idea. I had my gell press background out the other day and made over a hundred backgrounds. I can't wait to try this idea.

[@KeyserTheRedBeard]

interesting upload Jennifer McGuire Ink. I killed that thumbs up on your video. Maintain up the brilliant work.

[@teresasanner-fecto3690]

Love, love, love this. You are so generous with all of your brilliant ideas... thank you!

[@ginagibson8600]

Such gorgeous cards. ❤ Thank you so much for sharing them with us. 🙂

[@angelaf5040]

Yay! Gel Press!!! Thank you so much for sharing more with this! Your examples are absolutely stunning!! Have a peaceful night. Crafty hugs!

[@jennifermcguireink]

Thank you! You too!

[@patriciatankersley625]

Thanks for sharing I just bought a gel press so I will be trying your techniques! ❤❤❤

[@alisonneet5904]

Thank you for the suggestion about trimming down the backgrounds...I have started doing that and it really helps!

[@coolstamper]

Great cards Jennifer. I hope your back is doing better. I’ve been praying for you! 💕

[@janacreek6184]

Thanks so much for doing more with the gel press. The cards are amazing!

[@jennifermcguireink]

Glad you like them!

[@mamapillow8365]

Love your colors and finished cards, so pretty! Thank you for showing us these techniques. I can't wait to try them.

[@lynnbulwinkle2304]

You always amaze me, Jennifer. The background images are so very beautiful. Thank you so much for taking time to show us what and how to make these cards. Have a blessed day and week. Lynn

[@tljones711]

I purchased the gel press after watching one of your previous videos and I appreciate all of your video tutorials! Your cards are beautiful!

[@jennifermcguireink]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@rprmlr772]

love them all! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@leahstevens2501]

Yup, this video and white ink gel plate video did it for me. I must try! Beautiful cards!

[@alexistroncoso9710]

Another great video. Thank U so much. These background ideas are the best. You can use it for many things, not just for making cards. Thanks a lot for sharing, a big hug from Chile.!!!!

[@pattyfromherz9965]

Thank you Jennifer. love your video. you gave some really fun ideas.

[@angb1923]

i love all these cards. the glitter and the butterflies and i love the gel press!!!

[@patriciatankersley625]

❤I love your cards! So beautiful

[@mistyrogers2490]

Thanks Jennifer... gonna go try this right now !

[@cindyhenry1410]

Perfect! Love these cards! As always, clean and easy to follow....you’re the best! TYFS ❤️🦋💜

[@cherylcullen9087]

Hey Jennifer! Thank you for doing another video using your gel press! I’ve made a list here on KZbin of your gel press videos to go back and watch! Love the dye ink on the gel press...looks different from the oxide inks! I love all the cards you made, they are so stunning! Jennifer you are such an inspiration for me! I’ll be trying the dye inks next time I get out my gel press! Thank you for taking the time to share your creative ideas with me! You are an amazing beautiful person!

[@jennifermcguireink]

Thank you

[@CarmenMartinez-sx8oi]

Thank you for these wonderful ideas for backgrounds as well as the actual cards you showed us! They are gorgeous!

[@lindakitto8979]

Lots of lovely ideas here. Thank you. Linda UK

[@jenniferwatson7118]

Love this video and all the lovely cards - thanks!

[@juliewright9016]

Great cards and so inspiring, thank you.

[@kellylaher7512]

I love how you used that acetate! Soo smart!

[@terrie1226]

Great technique as always and awesome cards from the beautiful background.....Thank you Jennifer for sharing these wonderful ideas......have a great week.

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

I was told that a new gel press often makes bubbles or otherwise doesn't roll smooth. Its called blooming and will go away with use. My friend said to take advantage of the serendipitous look.

[@lisavice7145]

I have several gel plates and none of them have done this.

[@lisavice7145]

I stand corrected. I thought you meant the gel plate itself bubbles but you mean the ink bubbles up. Yes it does depending on the type of ink.

[@arlenepowders4989]

Beautiful cards...thank you for sharing with us!

[@stampinsueduffy]

Great techniques, Jennifer, as always.

[@patriciaschoenberg1261]

This is such a great and helpful video! Thank you!

[@jerryclark9418]

I have a gel press...looking forward to trying some of your ideas. Thanks for sharing.

[@erumjadoon8124]

Thankyou You are so clear and i love your pearls you throw in ! I feel I get a personal lesson

[@cassiel2507]

I just got a gel press & the Tim Holtz brayers, so excited to try out these techniques!

[@PrideP8]

Lovely cards. I need to use my gel press more often.

[@yvonneboucher9306]

Gorgeous backgrounds. Love working with the gel press. Thank you for this tutorial. I usually use paints, so glad to see inks being used!

[@jennifermcguireink]

You are so welcome!

[@flickster69]

These are stunning.....I hope ur back is doing better and you're feeling better....I really love how u build on gel press backgrounds

[@bonnerdebbie]

Wonderful ideas and cards, thanks Jennifer.

[@chrisdulian5441]

Love this! Now I need a gel press! You always make things look so easy. Thank you for all your fun videos.

[@jennifermcguireink]

You are so welcome!

[@judystophel1904]

Jen, you cannot imagine how happy I get when I see a new video from you! Happy, happy, happy. Great card ideas:)

[@Malmo117]

Very nice! TFS🌺🤓. Hope your back is feeling better!

[@jennifermcguireink]

It is! Thank you

[@margewilcox7025]

I learn so much from you! Now, I really want to try the various techniques. Thank you!

[@lynnel.1083]

Thank you for the inspiration! I’ve had a gel press jelly plate for years and never used it - until tonight. Its fun and easy to use and clean up. 😀

[@jennifermcguireink]

It IS fun right?

[@Teresa-Q]

These are gorgeous....have to try this. 💕💚💕

[@lydiemonin977]

Thanks you so much for your video and sharing 👍❤️😊💐

[@patriciabethke4142]

Great inspiration. Thank you.

[@matkabob]

You are so incredibly talented and knowledgeable and a great teacher! You constantly amaze me!! Thanks for sharing your talent!!

[@alisonneet5904]

What a GREAT technique using the guide!!!

[@gwensimmons_gigi1629]

Thank you for this informative gel press printing to cards… WoW!!🥰👍🏾💕💫🎉

[@jennifermcguireink]

You are so welcome!

[@sherryw-ponyluv-er2394]

Such clever ideas!

[@avedamonte5039]

I love them all.

[@ABaker-in9qz]

What great ideas you have!

[@carloshaun7297]

What fun! Thank you!

[@WoodlandInspired]

Hello Jennifer! Awesome video and fabulous tips I will be giving this a try soon. Thanks and hope you have a beautiful day, take care!

[@1tinac]

I love this video. Thanks for sharing this creative ideas.

[@ChrystalsChreationsWycoff]

Love ❤️ this gel press technique. I will have to try this. The way you do the inks on your gel press it looks so easy. I will have to try it like that. I do love stamping on it too. Beautiful cards too.

[@jennifermcguireink]

You can do it!

[@shirlenevella9165]

Very cool! I need to bring out my gel press! ❤

[@cherylalikhani5957]

Thank you for the video. 🙂

[@joyfulldj]

Jay I was looking for more ways to use the gel press

[@geegee8675]

🥰I really like this technique, ty for sharing 🥰

[@dmmmcfe9874]

great cards thanks

[@rebeccawong1]

Brilliant 🥰

[@kimheathcreates55]

Its very addictive!!!

[@claudiune2000]

Fabulous!

[@caronmackenzie2904]

Wow. You're amazing

[@Kazzandshazz]

Very cool

[@paulalogue976]

Another great video! I might just have to purchase a gel press, these cards were amazing, thanks for sharing.

[@jennifermcguireink]

You should!

[@denelbrister538]

Love love!

[@jennifermcguireink]

Thank you

[@margiepalmeri343]

Love the beautiful cards, I don’t use my gel press enough

[@jennifermcguireink]

I didn't either until I started playing around with it. It's easy to get addicted to using it.

[@alisonneet5904]

Thank you for the answer for why "bubbly" affect...I was about to ask if that ever happened to you. :-)

[@jennifermcguireink]

I haven't but I get a lot of questions about that, especially as people are starting out with the technique

[@kathys7325]

Interesting never seen a gel press. Shared FB & Pinterest. Thank you.

[@fuzzylimefairy]

One more question, is a foam brayer or rubber one better for this technique? Thx..

[@jennifermcguireink]

I haven't tried a foam one. I like the rubber one because the ink doesn't seep in to the brayer and affect how much ink is being applied. But if you have one you can certainly try it.

[@carytwight8501]

I bought the brayer you recommended in your first video. Can't remember the brand but I have die inks. Will that one not work with die inks??

[@jennifermcguireink]

Give it a try! It should work just fine

[@iresgrnis2769]

Can you remind me where you got your chuckie pressure tool from? TY!

[@jennifermcguireink]

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[@heatherarneson3814]

what kind of tape did you use to keep things in place? i used to use purple tape, but i don’t like the lower tack version they’re selling now.

[@jennifermcguireink]

This is the kind I use www.simonsaysstamp.com/search?currency=USD&q=easy+see+tape

[@fuzzylimefairy]

Hi, do you make your own envelopes, or are those store purchased? Also I'm having trouble measuring the background paper and the note card, how do you do that? I'm new at making cards.

[@jennifermcguireink]

I mostly use store purchased ones because there are some sizes and pretty colored ones available now. But I do make them sometimes. To get an A2 sized card? Take and 8.5 X 11 piece of cardstock and cut it in half and fold it. If you cut lengthwise you get a top folding card base. If you cut the other way you get a side folding card base. To get the front of the card base just cut the sheet in fourths.

[@pennyklie7530]

Beautiful cards... and thanks so much for the new idea for the gel press. You are such an inspiration!!!