Sometimes, I browse through the new items over at JetPens and find a real quirky treasure. The Iconic Diary Stamps are just that sort of item. These are self-inking stamps that feature very quirky art work. There are 26 different designs available ($6.50 each). I purchased three to try and as soon as they arrived, I knew I would probably decide to order the other designs.
From right to left, these designs are: “I don’t know”, “Save me” and “Lazy”. Clearly, not your average planner stamps!
I tested these on my Stalogy planner paper and depending on how much pressure I apply, the stamps performed light to a little too dark. Lighter pressure seems to be better but I haven’t quite mastered the technique. I think a pencil board under the page I’m working on would help to create a firmer surface on which to stamp.
From the back, there is a bit of show through but no bleed through.
I also tested the stamps on 120 gsm smooth sketchbook paper and got similar stamping results.
Because the paper was thicker and more opaque, there was less show through on the back of the sketchbook paper.
I pretty much love the irreverent style of these stamps and the designs I chose speak to my lackadaisical attitude these days. I might have to pick up a few more of these — maybe the “Cheer Up” and “Don’t Give Up” — I’m not always this bleak.
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Ana,
Don’t knock bleak. Eeyore is the favourite denizen of the Hundred Acre Wood at our house.
Ruth
These are really fun! If the smudges around the outside of the images bother you, it should be pretty easy to trim the rubber closer to the image with an exacto knife. Bye bye smudges.
I love these stamps! They are so cute and versatile. I use them for my bullet journal, planner, and scrapbooking. They add a nice touch of color and personality to my pages. The quality is great and the ink is vibrant. I highly recommend them to anyone who loves stationery and crafting. Thanks for the review!