Wax Seal Stamps - Everything You NEED TO KNOW!

Simon Hurley shares how to create Wax Seals Stamps using Sealed By Spellbinders Kit. These wax seals are perfect for finishing off your cardmaking and craft projects!
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[@katscraft]

all of them look nice. Maybe the blue one with the holly leaves. I usually pour wax straight onto the envelop and stamp, then I use a tiny amount of gold rub and buff, which gives that bit of an antique gold effect. Never thought of using it other than the envelop. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@lesliegerhardt2651]

I did not see the cool pokie tool you used... with the sticky end and the pointy other end

[@kpinkkpink]

Your channel just popped and I’m sooo glad it did. Even though I’m not into card making I stayed till the end because you are such an artist. Great job!

[@ImaginationHobbies]

Great video! Thanks for making this!

[@chaselip]

Your cards, as usual, are amazing. I remember using wax seals when I was a teenager and loved them. I now have a good sized set of seals and wax! Still a lot of fun after so many years. I am 72 but sill love to craft😍😍😍

[@ConfederateDixieDarling]

I used wax seals in the early 70’s. The wax came with a wick in the center of the stick, melting the wax. The metal seals were not so plentiful then but it was fun.

[@ebriggs3498]

Me too! I got my wax from Scotland. The new stuff is more of a plastic blend, but that’s ok b/c it’s more flexible. The most important thing is that you impressing stamp has DEEP groves!

[@karenolson2168]

Wish I still had all mine! We had a fire when I was a teen and lost everything but I had quite a collection too!

[@samanthac5761]

To achieve more prominent, don't mix with a tool before pouring. Instead, melt wax and pour in a swirling circle motion. Red and white stay separate colors. Love your cards

[@Princess_karen]

A good tip is to keep a ziplock bag of ice in a bowl, stand up your seal stamp in the bowl so that it stays cold . Wipe the end on a towel before stamping then sit the stamp back in the bowl after stamping the seal. Works great for setting the stamp and cooling after stamping. Also you can put two sided adhesive stickers on the back of the wax seal, peal off one side stick it to your seal and then when you need to add it to a card or letter, peal off the other side of the adhesive and it is stuck

[@windywednesday4166]

Wow, that's a great idea about the ice water! Thanks for posting it.

[@SaddieMusic]

This was great! Thanks for the tip 😍❤️

[@rtd1791]

Dark blue cardstock with Opal foil and holly is my favorite card from this video but it only slightly edges out the craft cardstock with wood grain print and the foiled wreath. Your placing the wax seal in the center of the wreath is hands down my favorite use of a wax seal. Wax seals have never gone out of vogue with the Stampington crowd. I got a kit in the late 90s in a stamp store. I feel bad about not being a fan of wax seals because I know Spellbinders has taken a big swing with this new line. I’ve been feeling peevish or maybe it’s just dismay because Spellbinders price is like double what one would pay at either Amazon or Etsy. If I want a seal I much prefer faking it with hot glue. Hot glue can be painted to look like whatever a maker likes or a crafter could use colored hot glue. I usually paint the regular stuff. I thought I would pass along some tips to any paper crafters who are new to wax seals. If you feel nervous about melting wax over a candle, you have several different options. You can use your embossing gun to melt the wax. If you buy rod shaped wax instead of the beads you can use a hot glue gun. You can also use Ranger’s Melting Pot or an electric hot glue pot. My favorite method is using an electric griddle or skillet. Electric griddles are cheap and far more versatile than most of the craft products meant to heat stuff up. You can warm up friendly plastic, shrink plastic, & embossing powder. It’s also good with polymer clay and metal clays. I use either disposable tart pans or silicone cup cake pots. You can melt a lot more wax or embossing powder at the same time and then hold it at temperature. You can pour right out of the tart pans so you won’t need a specialty spoon. If you really want uniform circles of wax there are silicone moulds just for this purpose and they are fairly inexpensive. Some crafters like making a variety of seals at once. You can use stamps and other craft tools instead of the brass seals. Use embossing ink for a mold release if you use a stamp. Some makers really like using special buttons for the seals usually hot glued to corks. It’s also possible to craft your own seal with either polymer clay or epoxy clay. Embossing powder can also be used in place of wax, but volume wise embossing powder is more expensive than wax. I know there’s this whole romantic nostalgia to melting the wax over a candle and the Instagram videos of melting wax are quite popular. But it’s really not all that practical. Sending wax seals through the mail is hit & miss. If you mail them either on a card or an envelope, you should protect it with padding.

[@Seoulsearch616]

That last card was gorgeous! 🥰 So much prettier than anything you can buy in the store. 🌹

[@sherrydmyterko-tramp8654]

I love the navy card with the holly. One of my favorites you have ever made.

[@NIterB]

Simon, this was one of the best instructional video's I've watched on how to use the wax seals. Amazing, and since I got my kit I feel confidant in using them in my projects. Thanks !!!

[@jrumulls-jana9368]

Love these cards! I just got the supplies to make wax seals and I can’t wait to try them. Thank you so much for the tutorial.

[@Birds1953]

The red flowers and wax seal on the purple oval is stunning!❤️

[@pokey3010]

Excellent ideas and beautiful cards. I loved all the cards! Thank you so much

[@kblack861]

This looks so fun, an easy way to add an adornment to your projects! I could spend the day making seals, lol. Also, that opal "foil"...wow, so pretty on that blue cardstock! Loved all your examples.

[@christineh3866]

Loved watching the seal process. All the cards were great but #2 is my favorite.😊

[@marlenenicholl6825]

Loved this last card you made - these wax seals are really nice - adding some lunar paste to them just adds that extra touch - thanks for sharing

[@veronim77]

Love the wax seal stamp kit and the other products. Your cards turned out gorgeous.

[@stamperssecret5379]

Hey Simon! Just ordered the wax set. I can see a lot of uses for that set. Thank you for using the Debby tool. I appreciate it.

[@cindym9851]

This is an awesome video Simon. You go into great detail on how to ensure that the seals are created evenly, with a nice boarder around them……great explanation here! Your cards are lovely as well. Thanks

[@sherryneumyer325]

That is a creative way to use the wax seals! Simon you are so nice and genuine😊

[@jo-annstoneham1813]

The first card with the wreath is my favourite. Thanks for the tutorial on the wax seals. It looks like a lot of fun. Stay safe and well Simon. From Canada 🇨🇦, Jo

[@terriewidger4416]

Great video Simon! I loved the card with the holly sprigs. I've been wanting to get a wax seal set for several years--I think it's time to add it to my Christmas list! Thanks Simon.

[@frannier2617]

Great tips Simon!! All of these cards are beautiful.

[@annamarianenortas4859]

I love that blue card with holly. Absolutely beautiful!!

[@traveldreamer4616]

The seal kit is nice. Your holly card was beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@stephaniej1677]

All the cards were amazing, I really like the first card and watching the whole process. Great video !

[@loriprince3342]

Your instructions are by far the best!

[@Marilynlovesebiking]

Simon, your instructions are so good. Thank you. Wow, you did great creating uniform wax seals. I have loved and made wax seals for many years. Oh, thanks for showing us the rotary cutter. I purchased a smaller one right away. That dark blue card is wonderful. PS, I love the names of your inks! Love the faux twine die!

[@elaineerne7699]

Omg!! I used to play with wax seals when I was a teen!!! Beautiful!!

[@PattiePattie489]

Awesome cards mate...that foiling & those aeals look so elegant...love it all 🥰

[@lisapremo9327]

The card with the Holly sprigs is my favorite! Also: check out the foiling poinsettias that Spellbinders has - they are da bomb! The foiling goes all the way to the edge. It really makes a difference!

[@lisapremo9327]

Great ideas Simon, thank you!

[@lindafrier26]

Thanks for all the tips and tricks using wax seals💜

[@dianec3279]

Great video! So informative. Loved the navy blue with the sprigs and not twine card. (OMG I have to order that die). Great job Simon! Thanks for sharing!

[@KimberlyLetsGo]

All so gorgeous, as always!!

[@Veromac100]

You are so creative! I loved this video. Thanks for posting!

[@mariadeanda6902]

Hi Simon, I just bought all your inks. From Ranger with a 20% off. I can't wait to get they. I love all you videos. Thanks!

[@shelleysarkisian7375]

🤩 Wow! 😍 Love all the things! And Simon, you're so entertaining 😅

[@1dnoel]

Love your holly card! I will definitely use this idea. Thx Simon.

[@stamperssecret5379]

I love that navy card. So classy!

[@lilyg5304]

Just came across this. I love the cards!. I'm now incorporating seals in my cards. I've always used them throughout the years; calligraphy is something I loved and using seals on some letters made them stand out. Love the symmetry on yours, but I'll admit, I really enjoy seeing wax poured out and sealed like in antiquity.

[@stamperssecret5379]

Ooooh, that’s beautiful on the navy paper!

[@caroleanderson1106]

Such beautiful cards, Simon!

[@pinkygraham8986]

I’m IN LOVE with your work and channel!!!!

[@cindywhite9754]

Best video I’ve seen!! So creative! Love it all!

[@kakylong2]

Simon, Great cards. The 1st one was my favorite.

[@Alettierrr]

you’re very well spoken. great video sir!

[@staceywilson5232]

This looks like so much fun!

[@NancyStamps]

Fantastic job Simon!!

[@plannertimewithmichael]

Love them all!

[@sallygoodlet6850]

Loved these so beautiful my favorite would be the holly one.

[@moniquevann9950]

You’re so talented thanks for sharing ❤️

[@catheyboocat-design7175]

Loved the first 2 so much❣️❤️🎄🇺🇸

[@Cassy84744]

This...was excellent!❤❤❤

[@mmaez6146]

Thanks for sharing. Great ideas.

[@hp77]

I love that U used the silicone mat 😂 I was messing up when I put it right on my envelopes 😂 thanks

[@anaagpal7632]

I need this. Thank you!

[@susanbollinger2844]

Cards are awesome! Thanks

[@nehamalik4886]

Awesome card Simon....

[@camillebishop8494]

Oh goodie, I have got that , nice to see what else I can do with it.

[@elisabethdowd1869]

Way, way back in the '60's I sealed my envelopes with sealing wax. Nice to see wax is making a comeback, but I was dismayed at the price of Spellbinders kit. Amazon has larger kits with a variety of wax colors for $15 to $23.

[@cristophercruz8929]

So relaxing...

[@connielee3386]

Thanks Simon so cute.

[@christineb6524]

Thanx! Soooo informative ✌🏽

[@annsmith5625]

Beautiful cards ⚾️

[@user-bl1lo9ho5v]

You do it like a boss

[@pollyweinmann5082]

I use my embossing tool to melt my wax pellets.

[@susanburns1052]

What glue do you recommend to adhere the wax seal to a card or envelope? All you say is “a strong glue”. I’ve tried a couple of glues that I already had and neither seemed to secure the seal so that a fairly minor bump would not dislodge it.

[@scrappingranny]

Have put all my Xmas stuff away so I can start to play with this now

[@anac7096]

I wonder if you try to swirl the different colors only after pouring them onto the silicone mat if that swirling stands out more on the front of the seal... because it seems like when you pour the wax after swirling the colors, they kind of merge together a little bit and the effect is barely visible.

[@moeboe2]

Enjoyable video.

[@dreamer4659]

The solid plate / die for the foil, can it be used on a die cut machine? I do not have a foil machine

[@kcinca5410]

I'm late watching this as I was determined not to get into the wax seals as I have some decades old ones that I've never used. BUT I came across a Golden Gate Bridge wax seal stamp and I could NOT resist it. It is gorgeous and I've already created a beautiful seal for an envelope to send to my daughter. This video was very helpful and I love the Navy card with Opal foil. I have quite a bit of Opal foil. It's my fav but it is difficult to tell which side is which especially when using up the negative. How great is it that we can do that?

[@biggsheba1]

Hi there! Is that stamp set solid brass? I've looked on the site and can't find product details.

[@21soapdotcom30]

Hi Simon, Another great video! The cards are nice, my favorite is the one you sealed before adding the twigs, its beautiful. That wood background is nice, no more resisting i’m getting one. Thanks for showing those Spellbinders hot foil plates, i used your link and added a few to my cart. Wax seals are cute but i’m resisting adding another item to my craft supplies(the supplies are not expensive though which is nice😂), i’ve got issues😁. Your fake plant ink pad is calling and i have to get it, Ranger here i come. I don't have a yellow ink pad from your collection as yet, which one do you recommend? Where can i get one of those retractable picks you used to stir the wax?

[@pollyweinmann5082]

Have you tried the battery eraser for removing excess foil?

[@margiepalmeri343]

How well do the wax seals hold up when mailed?

[@mstallo2433]

Hey @Simon… I’m a new subscriber to your videos…. Thank you for your beautiful cards & great directions!!! I’m new to wax seals- I have a good supply of wax sticks & I was wondering if I could slice the sticks in little disks like you have?? Will they melt as quick as yours?? Also when you are sealing an envelope do you ever pour the wax on the back and place a seal there?? Thank you so much for answering my questions,I greatly appreciate it!!!

[@dorothybeck7680]

Just curious. Mailing your cards with the wax seals,do you ever notice that they break or shatter in the postal machines? Or do you pay extra to have them hand processed?

[@ebriggs3498]

The “new” wax is a plastic blend. The are flexible compared to the old was that was brittle.

[@sunshinef7569]

HI Simon for your info it costs more to send a letter that has seal on it here in Canada due to it has to be hand stamped. Im not sure about the USA though. Just note your seal will break in the mail is not protected. Love to see waxes come back Ive used them for years. Cards are beautiful

[@patriciacyzauskas4067]

If seal on card it’s best to place on side away from stamp and I use small piece of bubble wrap or foam over it to protect breakage.

[@patriciacyzauskas4067]

I’m going to look for Xmas seals when stores put those supplies on sale. I have several seals I’ve owned more than 40 yrs.

[@AdropAsugar]

Beautiful! How many designs come in the kit?

[@pterrys]

All are so pretty...my favorite is the one with the sealed twine etched dies (so much so that I ordered the die straight away). Thanks for sharing!!

[@carloshaun7297]

Simon, how do these hold up going through the US Postal Service? Have you mailed several projects with seals on them, to see how they survive? Also, does it cost extra postage if you use a seal on the back of an envelope? I mail tons of cards, and really need to keep the postage to just one postage stamp. Thanks!

[@tracydisney4645]

The wax seal on the outside of the envelope will not make it through the automated equipment at the post office! I worked for them for almost 12 years. The average letter goes through four separate machines and goes around multiple curves on the way. If you want one on the outside you'll need to put it inside another envelope that's padded

[@Mari-cre8s]

Great video and such beautiful cards! …. just not sure I want to invest in all the needed supplies….

[@kevinpatrickcarey3741]

its like your making wax coins!

[@AlexA-zk6cp]

Hmm, the seal links aren’t working. ☹️You can also use sealing wax sticks as well.

[@caseyslove]

The link to Spellbinders is working . Just thought I would let you know in case you want to try again.

[@liaml.e.5964]

Not related to the content of the video, but your nails are beautiful, 😍

[@MezRandomBackgroundCharacter]

I prefere useing some wax to seal the wax seal to the object

[@sueallen952]

That kit is SO expensive if you bought it all separately it would be about £12!!!!! I know the packaging is nice but they are way over charging at $59!!!!!

[@engineeringconsulting754]

Ypu talk toooooo much!!!