There is so much more the Stamparatus does like you can flip the plates and use all 4 sides for stamping an image & sentiment. Also you can move the plate down the hinge to stamp an image multiple times either down the side or across the top which neither of the others offer. I’m not sure the review of the Stamparatus was very fair.
For Christmas I got my mother the Tim Holtz after doing a ton of research on it and the Misti. For Christmas she gave me the big size Misti and the special cleaner to clean it. I feel bad that she spent so much money on it plus the cleaner. IMO the Tim Holtz is the better option for performance and value. I feel like the original Misti was awesome and the way to go when there was not any competition but now other companies have improved on the original idea, that's what happens in busy. Misti is way over priced! I can not speak on the Stamparatus, I don't have it. Tim Holtz has my vote.
That's crap that MISTI didn't cover the magnets prior to you receiving them. I get it from a business perspective, but considering how much this platform costs, I would expect way better customer service. I keep waffling about buying a MISTI because so many other stampers rave about it but the price is ridiculous for what it is. Extremely overpriced, even on Amazon. Also, I think it was pretty shady for them to sue Tonic and force them to quit selling their platform in the US and Canada. Not sure if that's still a thing or not. I'm glad I got a Tonic platform when I did and I also have the We R Memory Keepers as well (layering stamps + multiple cards is a breeze on that one because you can have multiple stamps on the plate and just rotate it for each layer). I like the idea of the MISTI, but I won't support a business that over-inflates their prices nor seeks action against other companies because competition threatens their monopoly.
I agree. After all it really began as a glorified DVD case. Tim Holtz offered value and quality. MISTI doesn’t seem to get beyond the aforementioned DVD case look.
I'm going to help out Sherry Lee here, I think I know what she meant about the Stamparatus in that with each of the two plates you can move them down the grid. In other words, each plate doesn't have to be square on the platform they can be lifted out and placed down a notch in the hinge. The can also be flipped over so when using layering stamps you have 4 plates not just two, and additional plates can be purchased to increase it all the way to eight. And they also sell a storage bag to help with keeping the unattached plate secure, and grid paper that fits it exactly is also sold. So I have one, and the storage bag, I have 4 hinged plates, 2 tables of grid paper all stored in it with room for even more and if I need to go to a craft class or crop, its all ready to go. 😊 But I loved the review, love most things on your channel. Thanks for all that you do.
Tim Holtz is my favorite platform. The hinged area is metal so i don’t worry about breakage. The images stamp clear. It is a breeze to clean due to the imbedded grid lines. Excellent platform that is easy to use.
I own the Tim Holtz stamp platform and love it! I wouldn’t want anything else! Very high quality. Tonic did not scrimp on quality but still offered it at a reasonable price.
I own one Misti original, two Tim Holtz original and two Tim Holtz travel size. The Misti came first and I think the fact I bought two of each sizes of Tim Holtz, especially after that ugly lawsuit from Misti when the Tim Holtz did not function the exact same way as the Misti was just a travesty upon the stamping community as a whole. I used to see Tim Holtz in stamping videos, but not anymore. Nasty Misti owner.
B B Tim Holtz is a bit of a guru for the mixed media and the crafting community. Sweet Petunia is a company who promotes one product really well. I think for many, there’s now a sour taste towards Petunia. They’ve sued a guru so they can continue to gouge buyers for extra cash on a far inferior DVD case.
Thanks very detailed. I'll stick with the Tim Holtz thank you. And you're right customer service is awesome. I had an issue with mine and I should get something back by tomorrow. Wonderful company to work with
I love the Stamparatus. The second plate is meant to be removed for storage-- otherwise it will break. The two Stamparatus plates each provide two stamping surfaces each, for a total of four--awesome for stamping in bulk. A feature it has that the other stamping platforms do not is the ability for "hinge stamping." Stamp an image, lift the plate and reinsert it one or two hinges upward, downward, left, or right. You can create plaids, geometrically shaped sentiments. You can even create wreaths using this platform. The weakness it has, in my opinion, is that stamping cannot be done successfully if the stamps are put right by the hinges. Putting tape, with a "tail," is also a definite solution to magnet injuries.
The work around I do for not being able to place the paper right up to the edges is to use double-sided sticky grid sheets. Ideally, you shouldn't have to create a work around, but those are a charm. Game changer! Another thing that I struggled with initially is how loose the hinges are. I love the options they provide in moving the plates up and down, or flipping them around, but I struggled with precise restamping to get a better image. I learned that when I move the plate down to stamp, I need to kind of pull it tight (against the front curve of the hinge) to ensure the exact placement each time. Sounds like a pain, but I quickly got in the habit of doing that and it's made a huge difference. I love my Stamparatus now. I'd much rather do that than fork out the $$$ for a Misti. Given the fact that it's just an edged bottom and a flap top, I genuinely don't understand how it's the most expensive. (I'm not a Stampin' Up seller, I should add...I bought that platform only after a lot of research.)
I too have the Tim Holtz stamping platform but not happy with their customer service. I dropped my magnets and cannot find replacements. I emailed his company twice, sadly no reply. Disappointed by their lack of response. No more TH products for me.
I am so happy to learn that I was not the only person treated so horribly by the owner of the Misti /Sweet Petunia product when I called customer service about a defective Misti that I received. She is nasty, has an attitude and basically told me to jump in the lake and live with the chipped corners, hairline crack and misaligned ruler on my Misti. I submitted pictures of the damage as she requested but nothing changed. I will never buy another product from her. I do own the Tim Holtz platform and the Stamparatus. I love all three platforms for different reasons. As previous reviews stated, the Stamparatus does so much more than demonstrated and the other two platforms. It is excellent for 4 step stamping. I agree that Stampin Up and Tim Holtz has excellent customer service.
Alexandra ... you are going to break the hinges on your Stamparatus if you have both plates in it and keep pressing them both down! You should only have one closed at a time. You definitely don't want to close them both and put something else on top of them! Also, you didn't mention that although it has 2 plates, it has 4 usable stamping surfaces .... a great advantage with multi layering images x
Hi Teri, this was only an overview and on the blog I link more detailed videos on the ones currently available to purchase and a Stamparatus in depth video is in the works, I know you can't store the Stamparatus assembled which for me is a big downside.
Good to know that a more in-depth video is coming. BUT please do not press down on those plates when they are both closed - you did it several times in this video - you will break it.
I was cringing when that happened too. Also please show the way the Stamparatus can do stair step stamping by moving the plate down each time you stamp. I love mine. Thanks for the overview.
Great review! I am just getting back into stamping after a few years away. So much has changed in that time. So many new tools and styles of stamping. I just bought the Tim Holtz platform. I like his products and it fit my budget. Very happy with it so far. Thanks for the informative video.
Kristine Goetsch Exactly! You took the words right out of my mouth! Same boat as you and I’m spending a small fortune on all the new goodies I keep seeing in the HH videos! Now if my glass mat would just hurry and arrive...
I bought the Tim Holtz platform as the Misti was out of the price range I had. It works great and I'm glad I bought it after this review as the platform moving around would have me not using it as I have limited space available to use it in.
I love that you did this! Thank you! I do own 2 Of the same Misti and both Tim Holtz and was considering the stampin up but I have changed my mind. I had purchased the mini Misti first because of the price. They are very over priced. I was sadly disappointed because I couldn’t do much other than and A2 card. I was given the original Misti by a friend who fell in love with the Tim. Again I wouldn’t ever spend that much. And once again I was not wowed. But the Tim is so great! Way less effort to stamp and so easy to use! Sonu just purchased the travel Tim also! LOVE!!! Did I mention I have physical limitations due to a massive stroke. So having said that I can get a great impression with both my Tim’s with far less effort than the Misti. I also like that I don’t have to spend more to clean and I feel it made far better than the Misti. Quality and great price! Can’t go wrong! Thanks again u rock!!
After seeing this I am going to purchase the Original Tim Holtz platform. I have the We Are Memory keepers and it does not do the job. So it's off to Tonic I go. Thanks for sharing.
I love your review. I own the Tim holtz stamp platform although I don't have either of the sizes you mentioned, I have a 9 and 1/2 by 11 and 1/2 inch platform. I absolutely love it. I like your advice about putting a foam mat underneath. I just might try that. I'm considering getting two more of the same size so that my children can stamp with me when we're stamping together. And so that I can set them up as an assembly line to do layered stamping without having to switch stamps. Thank you for doing these reviews by the way.
I just got the Stamparatus and love it. I had the Misti, but fine Stamparatus much easier to use when I have a stamp that has multiple layers to it. Thanks for taking the time to review these different stamping tools!
Thank you for emphasizing the NONEXISTENT Customer Service for the MISTI . She's downright nasty - all ego, greed & NO business sense whatsoever. The MISTI product quality has gone down significantly while the price has continued to skyrocket. MISTI Buyer Beware. ANY of the other stamp positioners will perform perfectly the intended basic function - BUT with better longevity, clean easier + have the added bonus of more versatility & full company support. (I own all 3 products reviewed here) I'm so happy you have called this out Alexandra, & that other commenters have voiced their poor customer experiences with MISTI. The skeleton deserves to be let out of the closet to potential buyers! Overall IMHO I feel the Tim Holtz/Tonic Studios is superior quality & gives the best bang for the buck. Unfortunately though I feel you overlooked features that set the Stamparatus a little apart from the others; and your testing method for all the platforms movement wasn't - let's say -'reality' to normal use :). TFS still helpful to those on the fence or doing research.
Just wanted to say I have the Larger Misti and I love it. I also must have gotten lucky as I could not have asked for any better support. But all the units have their pros and cons and it is what you prefer.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels this way too. I'm glad I got a Tonic platform when I did. I couldn't stomach paying the price for a MISTI, it's ridiculously expensive for what it is.
@@pesto12601 I don't know that she lost - Tonic had to quit selling their platform in North America. I don't know if that's still a thing though. I was able to find one about a year ago on Amazon.
@@moosedawg71Tonic was required to stop selling their platforms during the time that the case was being tried (normal lawsuit practice). Once the Misti creator lost, Tonic was once again allowed to sell their platform.
thank you for this review. I have the small Misti and the first Tim Holtz platform. I bought the Misti after it first came out because I loved the concept of it. Even as I was buying it i felt it was way over priced (I think they all are). I got the Tim Holtz platform for all reasons you demonstrated (I watched some videos on it before I purchased it) and I love it. I use this one all the time. I have been watching the videos on the Stamparatus and I have to admit I think the two plates and the way you can move them is brillant. However, i just can't afford another one. Thank you for sharing.
I didn’t buy a Misti. But, I have the WE’R Memory keepers, the Tim Holtz, and the Stamparatus. I loved the We’R Memory Keepers. It was the only one I had for a good while. It took me a while to start using the Tim Holtz Platform, but when I did, It’s the one I reach for. I haven’t really played with my Stamparatus alot. I do like it. Someone mentioned that you should have pointed out the hinged stamping. That is a plus for some, but is not something I would use very often. The Stamparatus is also good for 3 or 4 step stamping since you can use both sides of the 2 doors. I think it basically depends on what you need.
I had an original Misti, but bought the Tim Holtz stamping platform a few months ago. I think the TM is much better quality than the Misti and also yields crisper, more defined stamped images. Iliana, the creator of the Misti, can be a pretty nasty person to deal with, even though she professes to be such a Christian. Very happy with the TM stamping platform. It's a better product for a very reasonable price.
Great video, just saw it and decided to get the Tim Holtz, but it's discontinued! What a shame! I wonder, if you see this message, which stamp set you used. I'm a newbie and that is so gorgeous! I subscribed, hope for more great videos!
I’m not sure, but you may be able to find one from a UK or European store. It just can’t be sold in North America. I was blessed to catch the leftovers being sold here in the US
Please do not have both of the plates in the Stamparatus as you will break it to store it. It was not designed to have both clear plates lie flat and you will damage and possibly break the hinges and plates. I suggest that you watch the videos that Stampin' Up! provides to learn more about the various functions of this platform as it will help you get even more use out of it. I would say this about any of the platforms, if you are planning to buy one, do your homework and check out each company's website for information and videos that show how to use their platforms and determine which one works best for you and your situation. I was disappointed that the information about each platform as there were more features for some of the other platforms that wasn't covered. I think to show how much a platform moves around, it should have been demonstrated while actually stamping a project rather than just randomly pushing it around to give a true indication of how much each platform moves. Thanks for sharing your personal views on each platform and your preference. :)
Thanks Tricia, as the disclaimer quotes we have more detailed reviews on each on our channel it was an overview of the main features, a more in depth review of the Stamparatus is in the works for June. It is all down to personal preference and the fact I can't store it assembled which I was showing is a big downside for me.
Good points. Yes, watch all videos for each platform before making a decision. And, as you said, not enough information on all the features, especially the new Stampin Up Stamperatus. I have the original and mini Misti, both of which I use all the time but I am considering getting the Stamperatus. As for sliding around, put the platform on non-skid surface!
My favorite two are the Tim Holtz and Hampton Arts. As a crafter who's on a budget, both were affordable. Tim Holtz is my favorite because it's so sturdy and and more flexible. I also put some felt in the stamping area to avoid any issues with bald spots in my stamped images. Hampton Arts is incredible for both its lightweight and affordability, even when buying it from England. I found a seller from England and even with shipping, it's still cheaper than the Misti. I was gifted with the Stamparatus. I like it but found I had to add additional pieces of felt along with the foam it came with because I was having trouble getting a good impression. The way the stamp door slants is what causes the problem. The extra felt alleviates the problem altogether. I love it for layering stamps. Thanks for your honest review. Really appreciate it!
Good reviews but you didn’t mention the hinged step-stamping that the Stamparatus does- in my book that’s the coolest feature it has! And the others certainly don’t do that! I think you missed the boat on that one.
Sherry Lee, maybe I’m misunderstanding what you’re saying, but it seems to me she mentioned the hinged two-step benefit at the very beginning when she first pulled out the Stamparatus, as well as a few minutes into it.
Sandy Glover , thanks for the attempt at a lesson, but I’ve been stamping for over 30 years. I’m already aware. 😉 This young lady at Hedgehog Hollow is VERY busy this year, as she it the Creativation Ambassador for this year. Cut her some slack. This wasn’t meant to be an in-depth lesson. It was only a basic comparison. If you aren’t satisfied with what she shared, then make your own video.
P.S. at about 11:10 in the video she actually shows the two-step stamping technique before she began to talk about it. As far as shifting the covers, you can just as easily do borders without shifting the cover too. One can assume that if you are a crafty person, you can figure it out.
Sandy Glover, Really? Talk about “haters” To begin with, I wasn’t even talking to you in my original response. So how about you start with your minding your own business. And who cares how long either of us have been stamping, really. But creative stamping didn’t even become much of a thing until about 35 to 40 years ago. And it was so incredibly young at that point that you had to know how to get your hands on supplies, as it was not readily available. So, whatever. You do your thing, and I’ll do mine. Meanwhile, again, you can start with minding your own business.
My favorite is “ The other one”. By we r memory keepers. I have Tim Holtz, I love that you can use clear stamps and red rubber stamps on the same card with very little effort I thought that was a brilliant feature. I should say that I like them all of course I started with the misty which was a game changer. It will always be awesome in my eyes. I was very surprised to like the we are memory keepers advance precision press as much as I do. That simple place the holes over the pegs system works perfectly every time and extra “ leaves”? I do not know what to call them but whatever you call them they are readily available pretty inexpensively so it would not be prohibitive to have five or six of them. Just shop around for price. So 3 layer or More flowers are effortless. The truth is I like them all! I do not know how everyone used clear blocks and hovered above them trying to Stamp perfectly on top of another Stamp?? Thank you MISTI for finding a better way....
I'm only JUST getting into crafting and came to youtube to find reviews for stamping tools. Thanks for this super review. The thing that really got me was the PRICE of the Misti. I was thinking I was missing something. It came up as €135 and that was on offer!!! I don't get the price 🤔
Same!! Misti is almost 135$ Canadian, tim holtz over $100 and I nearly cried..so insanely expensive...Stamparatus was only 60$... No clue why these simple tools are so expensive. My dad's offered to make me one 😂
Stampin up also has magnets you can purchase plus extra lids as well as grid paper pads so for my money the stamperatus is hands down the best stamp positioned tool on the market also can do so much more than the other stamp positioners
lovely review. I would like to own the stamperatus. I have the TH platform and love it. i made accessories for it that improve my experiences. various mylar quilting grids (one that I have green painters taped down to hinge as needed). two are templates that position half sheet card stock and assist with circlular and semi-circle stamping before folding into A4 size.
You can do 4 layer stamping with the stamparatus as well as step stamping by moving the plate down or over one notch each time... very versatile compared to the others, more options the better and better price point.
Great review Alex. I had an original misti first then the stamp platform. The platform is quickly becoming my favourite. The new smaller version looks great for quick stamping projects.... thanks for the review....x
Hi. Can you provide more information about using foam with Tim Holtz stamping platform? I'm finding issues with photopolymer stamps and think this might solve my issue.
You didn’t talk about how you able to move the stamparatus folders over a little at a time. Which allows equal spacing between your stamped images., both up and down. Just thought this should be shared. Thanks Alexandra.
I have the MISTI, but I wish I had waited for the Tim Holtz/Tonic Studio stamp platform. My reasons are cost and the ability to you large paper sizes. The original MISTI is twice the price as the Tim Holtz version. I don't do much scrapbooking, but I'm going to make 2 identical scrapbooks for a friend that's taking her mom to Greece and Italy (3 weeks, so jealous) for her mom's 70th birthday. It would be nice to be able to use a stamp platform to speedy the process along!
I am glad I watched you… I have the larger Tim Holtz. Haven’t used it in a very long time. I was considering buying a Misti cause there offering 25 percent off. But listening to you about a separate cleaner. No thanks that’s ridiculous. I’m really glad I watch this because I do not want one. And somebody passed away and gave me their stamping up stamper at us so I am good but I think you’re cool.🌻
I have the Stamparatus. I bought a set of extra plates which is a nice feature. You can keep a stamp mounted on one or two plates and set aside for later if you need to move onto another project. I also bought a ruler stand (Millward) which I use to store my plates. They are meant for storing fabric rulers but hold the Stamparatus plates perfectly. I have the small one and it stores up to 4 plates.
Not sure if you could help, but just received the Tim Holtz platform, and having difficulty stamping with it. I use Close To My Heart clear stamps and I have a thin foam insert that comes with the stamps and 3 pieces of cardstock and it still doesn’t have a good image when I stamp. I originally had 1 piece of cardstock. Did I get a defective one? I feel like I’m doing CPR on it, are my stamps to thin? Thanks for any help.
Thank you for this. Do you know if platforms wear out? I'm disappointed in how my Holtz platform stamps so unevenly on larger stamps. I've removed red rubber stamps from their blocks, and can not get them to stamp evenly, even with pressure. I've been using new inks, and experimenting with both the acrylic and rubber sides, and also using foam.The results are mediocre. The platform is about 6 years old. It's so frustrating!
Can you please tell me what you have you jars and other supplies displayed on you pegboard? I have pegboard all over my craft room but your "shelves" on your pegboard are exactly what I need. Please share
Wow! What a great review!! I have the Misti but don’t like how my paper size it limited. Looks like I’ll be purchasing the Tim Holtz platform. Thanks so much!
Hi. Loved your last kit. I just joined and your videos are great. Will you tell me where on Amazon you can buy the bar magnet? There are quite a few choices. Thank you for the great tutorials.
I own a Tim Holtz stamp platform and when to Stampin Up platform came out I kind of regret buying it because of the ability to stamp with a two acrylic blocks at the same time. But after watching this review I am very glad I bought the platform because of how that one acrylic block angles up. I would break that hands down it would be trashed as well as I don't have room to store it!
HI Alexandra, I enjoyed you video, especially since I do not have a stamp platform. I'm just getting in to stamping so this is helping me to make my decision on which one to purchase. Do you have a link or the name of the layering stamps you were using? I really love them. Thanks!
tryalsryder they are from alte new. Be prepared to go down the rabbit hole. Check our crafty sales page at www.thehedgehoghollow.com for the latest savings too
I have been undecided re. Stamping platform, which one to buy. For my use the Tim Holtz one will do the job. Thank you for the explanations on what the different options offered. Catherine
Ijust got the stamparatus but haven’t used it yet. I have the one similar to the Misti but it limits the size I can stamp. I think the stamparatus will help that way.
Good review, however there is more to the Stamparatus that you didn't cover - features that the MISTI and Tim Holtz platforms do not have. As for having to remove the clear plates for storage, I simply remove the plates, lay them on the platform (as they came when shipped) and store it in the shipping box. The platform stays safe and sound. Stamparatus is more expensive than Tim Holtz and I nearly purchased his but I chose Stampin' Up because of the extra features (and their customer service is top notch).
I own or have owned each of these stamp platforms, and the new WRMK platform. I got rid of the Misti’s when the owner started her court cases and vowed never to buy another of her products. I like the Stamperatus and use it when I’m step-stamping, but the platforms I reach for more than any other are the Tim Holtz travel platform and the WRMK version 2. I know TH/Tonic have announced they are going to work with My Sweet Petunia to create something ‘she’ can live with, but I’ll stick with what I have now. Good review Alexandra, thank you so much 🌸 PS. I’ve never had a problem with any of them sliding about, but I don’t use hem on my glass mat, and Misti’s are way overpriced.
I first bought the Misti, and was very expensive for me import from USA, and mine is not etched, a shame. I have also Stamparatus from Stampin up and I prefer, is also expensive but I love it. He has more advantages than others one. I had also one from Marianne Design, but I threw away, a piece of trash..
Can you please link the cleaner you were talking about . For cleaning outside of the misti and also explain why you can only use that specific cleaner? Thanks. Love your videos very helpful and inspiring. So glad I found you here on RU-vid 💖💖💖
Thank you very much. I was not using my tonic properly and your video helped me save a lot of money. Ty. You mentioned the craft foam for the Tonic Studio stamper and there is no link. Did you use the 3mm, 10mm or 15mm?
Was looking for a stamping platform, once I had read about the Misti law suit it was a no brainer! Tim Holtz for me and thankfully I am in Europe so can get one, just ordered it and can't wait.
Thank you for the video and customer service on the Misti. I have been trying to get in touch with them concerning my Creative Corners. I have written two emails that were returned to me and on their FB with not response. Now I know I am wasting my time.
Uther Tucker oh wow. What is your problem with your corners? I have been debating about buying them and almost bought them today on amazon except it was not prime item and I did not want to pay shipping.
Thanks for the video on the stamping platforms. I look forward to your doing a more comprehensive video on the Stamperatus as it can do a lot that neither the Misti or the Ranger platforms do. I am considering getting the Stamperatus because it has the options of 4 stamping surfaces.
After watching a BUNCH of comparison videos, I got the Stamparatus. The price and additional functionality were the reason why. As others have said, you can't stamp well right up to the edge. I bought some double-sided sticky grid sheets and those make it amazing and super easy to keep the paper in place for double stamping. Even with that hack, it's still way cheaper than the Misti. I'm not a Stampin' Up seller. It's just the one I got after a lot of research.😊 Hope that helps a bit?
I'm a die hard Misti user. I love the story behind it!! But after seeing this video I might have to sneak out and get a Tim Holtz travel one. Shhh... don't tell...
THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH !!! For this video. Kinda new to stamping and almost bought a misting, but something told me not right now. Glad I didn't. Wasn't happy that Misti doesn't stand behind their product! That is a big thing for me, being a business owner, you must stand behind your products. Tim Holtz IS THE ONE I like.hopefully soon to get one. I noticed when stamping I think I have enough ink on, stamp and need to do again and free handing a double stamp. Don't work to well. Lol THANK YOU AGAIN !!!👍
