Yet another GREAT thing to love about Stampin' Up! is our PUNCHES!
I have used punches from many different manufacturers. When Stampin' Up! came out with the latest "thumb press" design a few years ago, I couldn't use anything else!
Here are a few reasons why I only use Stampin' Up! Punches:
First, the punch designs match the stamp sets! Stamp sets and punches are designed specifically to work together. Take, for example, the Snowflake Punch in the picture, the Simple Snowflake stamp fits perfectly inside of it! The possibilities are HUGE with that combination! (By the way, the stamp is only $8.95 and the punch is $15.95 - not bad for something you'll definitely use a lot together!) There are SO many examples of how stamps and punches work together, too many to list here!
Second, I do not have to throw my whole body weight on to the punch to get it to punch out the card stock! It's a simple press of the lever and it's done! Don't believe me? Try it - I promise you'll be convinced!
Third, these punches are so versatile. I don't have to just use them with stamps, I can create other designs too by combining them together. Layering card stock, making punched animals, adding a special touch to a gift or a card.
If you don't own any punches yet, I suggest you try them. I know you'll be hooked! (And of course want ALL of them! No I don't have them all.......yet!) Want to try before you buy? Give me a call and I'll bring them over so you can play!
If you'd like to see some of the cards I've made using a lot of punches, go to the Punches section of my Art Gallery!
Buy online any time - you'll have them at your doorstep to try within a few days!
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