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I have both the small cubes (because they came as a bundle with a stamp set and dies) and the full size ink pads. I get a good image out of either, however, I prefer the larger full size ink pads, just personal preference. I would choose which ever size you are comfortable using.
thanks Stacy. I use full size SU ink (I am a demo) but I really want the colours that come with the sets. Just not sure if I should invest in the big size as they are twice the price. Do the cubes cover the images well enough?
Thank you. I decided on the cubes. There were just too many colour combos I wanted. I made my first Altenew order yesterday and it is a big one! So excited!
Curious to hear back on how you like them. I like them when I am inking up something small but when I have a larger image, I get lines and darker spots all over. Maybe it's user error, I never hear anyone mention this issue so I can't be sure.
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Curious to hear back on how you like them. I like them when I am inking up something small but when I have a larger image, I get lines and darker spots all over. Maybe it's user error, I never hear anyone mention this issue so I can't be sure.
when they arrive, i will let you know!
They haven't even processed my order yet. I hope they do it soon! i am excited!
Sorry I didn't reply earlier. I used a cube this weekend again on a project. The stamp was medium sized. I noticed when I use them that I lay the stamp upside down on my workspace and tap the ink on holding the ink cube. I don't seem to get the lines and darker spots mentioned.
I have not had good luck with my Altenew ink cubes. I have 3 sets of 4 cube colors and I don't get good results. I love my SU inks but I don't like the new clamshell design, so no more SU. I have my heart set on the Gina K inks. I'm waiting and hoping she has another 50% sale, I didn't have the money the last time.
The Altenew cubes are nicely color coordinated with the layered clear stamp sets, but if you have favorite colors, I would definitely invest in re-inkers for those favorites. The little cubes don't hold that much ink....'specially if you have to walk away without putting the little lids back on. Just my 2 cents!
I have the distress minis and all the refills. Love them! I just ordered most of the oxides. Can’t wait to play with them! I want to try another brand to get some brighter different colors that would work for blending and stamping. Maybe some primary colors ? Just a different palette. Any suggestions as to what I should try?
I love my Altenew ink cubes. No problem inking any size stamp and as others have mentioned, I get far less ink on my stamping platform. On a side note, I have yet to purchase any reinkers...the cubes are quite full of ink. Altenew is one of my most fav companies. Love all their flowers!!
I have not had good luck with my Altenew ink cubes. I have 3 sets of 4 cube colors and I don't get good results. I love my SU inks but I don't like the new clamshell design, so no more SU. I have my heart set on the Gina K inks. I'm waiting and hoping she has another 50% sale, I didn't have the money the last time.
I have several (3 collections) of Gina K ink cubes and they stamp very well!
I have the distress minis and all the refills. Love them! I just ordered most of the oxides. Can’t wait to play with them! I want to try another brand to get some brighter different colors that would work for blending and stamping. Maybe some primary colors ? Just a different palette. Any suggestions as to what I should try?
I have been eyeing Catherine Pooler inks; a friend bought some and posted a swatch for me. The inks are gorgeous!
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Thanks I am going to the expo in Orlando in March so I guess I will be able to see some of the differences between different brands without having to buy some of each. Can’t wait to go!
Looks like you got a nice selection of cubes. I only have two sets but my yellow set is one of the best I've ever seen. I am very fond of Stampin' Up but they had two iterations of Daffodil Delight and I got the second one which is very orange. With four options in my cubes I'm good for all things yellow.
Have about half the Catherine Pooler inks. They are my favorites. Great colors. No need to stamp more than once.
I love the CATHERINE POOLER minis but grew tired of waiting for the full set to be released (I have too much trouble with full size ink pads because of arthritis) so I just purchased the full set of Gina K ink cubes. I love all things Gina K.
They still haven’t released the spa colors in minis. I bought the full sized in those and they are harder to use in a stamp positioner. I’m collecting the brighter colors in the minis but have a ways o go. I’ll give Gina K a whirl. She has some wonderful colors.
Can you please explain why under the oxides? I would assume they would just cover over. I have all the mini reg distress and love them. Was wondering if Oxides were going to replace them for me
Can you please explain why under the oxides? I would assume they would just cover over. I have all the mini reg distress and love them. Was wondering if Oxides were going to replace them for me
imo Oxides are even more versatile and fun! I use the regular Distress Inks underneath because 1) I don't have all of the Oxide colors and 2) they are transparent but Oxide are semi opaque. I've tried them on top of Oxides and you really couldn't see them plus the Oxide formulation just diluted them because they're all water reactive.
Depending on the technique you're using ( I "smoosh" , you can keep much of the underlayer of the Distress Inks intact. Once you get your inks, play and give it a try!
Thank you for explaining. I got them but no time to play yet. Hopefully tonight or tomorrow! Trying to get organized because going to expo in March and would like to have room to play with all the stuff from the workshops when I get home. Just finished cards for the swap.
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