Oh, and one other thing that I've done is to stamp the seal in ink before stamping in the wax. It colors the background of the image. It works really well with metallic inks. You could also use something like Simon Hurley's Lunar Paste to highlight the wax.
I used to work for a stationary shop and learned how to use wax seals, it's addictive! We'd add small dried flowers or leaves, string, etc now so cool to use diecuts!
I still have a bunch of seals and wax from when I used them for sealing envelopes. I have both beads/spoon and wax candles where you light the wick and it melts the wax. You sometimes get a bit of char from the candle version of the wax, just an FYI.
Wow this release is amazing. Not sure what I love more, the wax kit or the products that are designed to go with it. Love hearing your voice. You are amazing. Stay safe, Yana. We are with you 100%.
I just watched another video on using the kit and they used a shorter tea light (I didn't realize that they came in different heights) and it didn't leave the soot on the bottom of the spoon but seemed to melt the wax just as quickly.
@@Yana.Smakula Another thought when I was watching was one of the litlle cabinets with drawers meant for holding nuts, bolts, screws etc. Its heavy so doesn't tip when opening the drawers.
Love this kit!!! I can’t wait to get mine! I have an old set that I’ve been using for a bit. It’s so fun to use wax seals, if you mess up just cut the cold wax seal on 4 pieces and re-melt 😉 if you don’t cut it, it can melt outside of the spoon. Can’t wait to see how you use this in a card, I always copy you as I need inspiration to create! Thank you for being so professional on your videos, they are very enjoyable. ♥️🤗🙏🏼
If you don't have tea candles, you can melt the wax using your heat tool. Just sit your spoon on the stand and heat from above. It's actually a bit faster.
Nice to see Spellbinders jumping on the wax seal wagon. I have been doing this on my cards for years. I use an old Teflon coated pie tin to pour the wax on, then I keep my metal seal on a cold wet paper towel until I'm ready to press it in the wax. Only takes 5-10 seconds then I pull the metal seal off easily. The wax seals pop right off the tin with a small spatula.
I have this kit, love it so much!!! Yes, it is very addicting!!! I pray you’re safe & that you can rest up so that you don’t catch cold. Sending prayers for safety for you & your family!!! ❤❤❤
Ohhhhh that is seriously cool and I loved watching you play - thank you Yana!!! 😮😃🤩 I want to wax seal too *whine* but I think it's a wee bit too messy for me because I'm an invalid and make cards in my hospital bed so guess who is off to Spellbinders to get that faux wax seal die!!! 😜🙃😂 Big hugs for you and Oles!!! You all are in my thoughts and prayers every day, sweet girl! 🤗🇺🇦💙🙏🏻💛🇺🇦🤗
Talk about a blast from the past! ha ha My sister and I were using wax seals in 7th grade...almost 50 years ago. :D Of course sealing official documents with wax has been around for thousands of years. This looks so fun, can't wait to incorporate with my card making. I really love the skinny dies that came with!!
I've been in love with wax seal stamps for a few months, and I'm excited to see Spellbinders come out with this new line! I use an embossing heat gun to melt the wax in the spoon so I don't need to mess with the candle, it works very well for me.
The wax seal kit looks interesting, but given the fact that I’m a huge slow poke when it comes to the card making process, I’d be afraid to add another step at this point. I’m really enjoying this years Christmas card collection, especially the Parcel Post Collection ! Thank you for your videos, I watch every one of them, and I’ve learned a lot of foiling tips. Stay safe Yana ! Keeping you and all of Ukraine in my prayers ! ❤
I got the Spellbinders Platinum 6 machine on Saturday to replace my Cuttlebug. The Cuttlebug works just fine but I can't really get it to work with 3D embossing folders, and I also want to get the Glimmer machine at some point so I have to upgrade. Now I guess I'll have to add wax seals to my wish list!
Beautiful and well designed release from SB. Cannot wait to get my hands on this box. Thank you for the demonstration! I love everything you do. Stay safe 💖
This is so exciting! I got a wax seal kit for my birthday earlier this year, and I love it! I’ve been having so much fun, and you’re right, Yana, it can be addictive! But I’m so excited about the dies created especially to go under the seals! These are perfect! The ginkgo and twisty stems are so cool! I also love how you did the marbled look, I haven’t tried that yet. When I mixed colors I stirred them to create a new color, but I really like your idea of a marbled look-it was so pretty and would coordinate perfectly with your matte gold and light blue Christmas cards! The seal stamp options are wonderful too! This is so exciting! Thanks, Yana! 💛💛💛
I just love this...could anyone tell me if the envelopes with the wax seal will go through the machines that cancel the mail at the post office ?......I am hoping it would not get caught and tear the envelope... .
I’m a lefty, too, and had to adjust to the non-spout side of the spoon. But aren’t we lefties always adjusting to the righty world? Love your videos. I’m having a great time with my wax seals. #newsub
wow - I bought my first set of wax seals in 1969 when I went to college. I did use them for several years (maybe 5 or better) until the post office complained the cards and letters I sent had to be hand processed as the seals didn't go thru the machines. I still have my seals, and even some wax.. I might dig it back out and see what happens. Thanks for the video !
Yana what a great unboxing and tutorial!i enjoyed hearing your excitement as you opened it up & went through the process. I’m sure you’ll show us at a later time as i am curious what the solid circle wax stamps are meant for.
I still have some seals from years ago,L gave up on them because I couldn’t get on with the candles but this looks so much easier - thank you for showing us.😊
I love how the wax seals turned out!! Spellbinders' amazes me with their beautiful products!! That faux wax seal stamp set is going onto my wish list!!
Very exciting - I can't wait to try these..... I've never used seals before, but I love the look of them! This set looks fantastic! Thanks for showing......!
Hey Yana, I just have to say that SB has been 'killing it' with all their clever & beautiful designs! I only have one question, that will be answered once I mail an envelope with a wax seal and then followup with the recipient, which is if the seals stand up to mailing journey but I suppose that would depend on a number of factors, for example, air mail, how far the destination is, etc. Anyways, no matter, it still looks like so much fun to play with and most definitely adds a 'very special touch' (we could even add them to tags). I'm rambling on (I tend to do that when I get excited) so in closing, thank you for sharing and please know, you & your hubby, and the Ukrainian people, are always in my thoughts & prayers. Take care of yourself, dear....gentle hugs from N
Originally you were able to use wax seals on envelopes to seal them. Are these able to go onto paper and seal an envelope? Would it fall off in the mail?
@@Yana.Smakula Great tips and love these products to do wax seals. Think I should have been born in a previous generation as love all these items like wax seals, fountain pens, calligraphy, etc.
Amazing that wax seals are making a comeback. I used them decades ago with wax "candles" used to provide the melted wax. I have all 3 of the Geometric Diamonds products: they’re stunning!
@@Yana.Smakula A regular candle may not work very well. The"candles" I mentioned were more like crayons with a wick in them. They melted & dripped very quickly so I expect they’re a softer wax than regular candles. Some company, can’t remember which one but it’s recent, does provide a similar product. Have fun!
I'm thinking these would be hand delivered, or boxed up cards. Wouldn't seal get knocked off going thru modern mail machinery and handling? I love them, just wondering.
Such a good comprehensive unboxing, thanks! I’ve been looking forward to these for months! It was mesmerizing to watch you do it, I could see how it could be addicting 😉Thanks for another great video, stay safe! Praying for you!
