Sticky Mats
Sticky mats aren’t necessarily new, but there are some great options available now, and they certainly are a game changer for papercrafters. For many years we’ve been relying on magnets or low-tack tape to hold stencils and cardstock in place, but grip mats have evolved from the plastic back/sticky top (like the Brutus Monroe) to a clear photopolymer mat that clings to glass craft mats and stamp positioning tools like the MISTI and Altenew StampWheel. What I like most about the new style of photopolymer sticky mats is that they are essentially a gigantic stamp. Yes, they will stain, but that’s the mark of good quality photopolymer. Most importantly, if they loose their stick, a quick wash under a cold tap (maybe a little gentle liquid dish soap) before air drying, and they’re good as new!
There are a number of companies making clever sticky mats, including Waffle Flower, Altenew and Brutus Monroe.
Insert them into your stamp positioning tool to hold paper & cardstock in place while you stamp.
Let it grip your glass craft mat below, and your cardstock, stencil and ink pad above.
Check the blog tomorrow for my ninth crafty gift suggestion.
