- Custom Pottery Stamp Examples
- Secret To Success
- Round or Square or Organic
- Damaged Stamps
- Best File Types
- Empty Bowls Stamp
- How to make a Metal Stamp out of Brass
- Sticky Clay
- Smallest stamp is 4mm < 1/4"
- Best Email: info@claystamps.com
- Stamp sizes and design ideas
- Steven Hill Pottery – Good Trade Mark Add Value to Work
- How to use a stamp
- Stamped Jewelry
- Metal Stamping Kits
- CNC for highest precision
- Do you love your new stamp?
- Stamps for Glass
- Mudslinger Tools
- Stamps for Clay
- Custom Wood or Leather Brand for Branding Iron
- Custom Plastic or Rubber Stamps?
- Free Shipping and other discounts
- Artists should sign their work!
- Gift Certificates??
- How to upload and order a stamp?
- Do we make custom brass stamps??
- How to make a Brass Stamp
- Are Microsoft Doc Files OK?
- Are there any size limitations for stamps?
- How to get the stamp art work to claystamps.com
- 3 Steps to Make your own custom stamp
- Personalized Custom Stamps
- Can I get a stamp that is smaller then one inch? or 1.5″?
- Application Questions
- What is your refund policy?
- Do you offer discounts for orders of more then one custom stamp made?
- What’s the quickest way to get a custom stamp made?
- Can the custom metal stamps be used for soap?
- Can custom clay stamp orders be mailed in?
- How do I order a custom brass pottery stamp?
- How to Create a new order or account?
- I CAN’T WAIT. I Have to Have the Stamp Made Now!!!
- How long does it take to get a custom engraved metal stamp made?
- Can you look at the image for the stamp?
- Can we talk?
Custom Pottery Stamp Examples
Custom Pottery and Ceramic Stamps can be any shape. Pottery stamps can be any shape. Unlike rubber stamps these are hand made and shaped to the design. There seems to be expectations that a ceramic stamp has to be round or square. Since I make these pottery stamps by hand they can be any shape following the design. Here are a few examples of custom pottery stamp designs.
Organic Organic Round Square Organic Triangle Something like Square Arched Round SB with Rose Ring Organic Turtle Organic Signature Round Something like square Round NS Round
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Secret To Success
Secret to Success
Secret to success
Productivity / Time = Success. Expectations need to be set accordingly. Is this a hobby or business. To be a financial success there are a lot of personal disciplines: Live generously, Help others be a success. Organization, Early to bed – Early to rise, Early bird gets the worm,
Read the biography of Auguste Rodin. Recognize the world will be how you chose to see it. The perception of the world. Identify your pride. Get out of your own way. Recognize the moment of inspiration and ideas that come to you. This is your connection to the creator, take note. Like your mother always said pay attention when God talks to you. Be productive. This is work.
Craft vs Vendor Shows
Craft fairs are more for meeting your customer. To see what their likes are. It is an eye opening experience in direct retail. Your work can be varied and art focused. Always have smaller items on hand that will sell to pay for your fees and expenses. You’ll be fortunate to sell an item at a higher price. With more experience the booth display will be better setup and organized. Needing to meet the customers and encourage traffic into your booth. If you really want to pull in traffic to your booth, put up a wall not facing the outside traffic flow with an outside sign that says “ADULTS ONLY”.
Vendor shows are my preference. Do you want to do production level work? Are you setup to do production? It is possible to get contracts for hundreds of pieces at a time. The audience is business oriented and more inclined to order production level quantities. The artwork must be more mature and production oriented at vendor fairs. Opportunities to work with business, hotel, coffee shop and restaurant chains are out there. Bring smaller work for examples, lots of flyers that are post card sizes. The objective is to meet people and develop relationships. Be on top of your social media and working email campaign. Don’t expect to get the fees covered.
Your destiny is to know God and make him known through your life and art.
LeRoy Grubbs
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Round or Square or Organic
Stamps can be any shape. There seems to be expectations that a stamp has to be round or square. Since I make these stamps by hand they can be any shape following the design. Here are a few examples of stamp designs.
Organic Organic Round Square Organic Triangle Something like Square Arched Round SB with Rose Ring Organic Turtle Organic Signature Round Something like square Round NS Round
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Damaged Stamps
Please return the stamp to us. I’d be happy to replace it. All stamps are guaranteed for a life time of normal use.
If your favorite pet becomes jealous and chews the handle off we will replace the handle and return to you for free.
If the stamp has been otherwise damaged from mechanical use and miss handling with a hammer (maybe a child playing with a hammer?) there is a 50% charge for the remake.
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Best File Types
Best File Formats
Best file formats for images are .ai, .eps, .pdf. Vectored formats with outlined fonts.
Next is high resolution (300dpi) graphic files like .png and .jpg or jpeg.
Third is A Screen shot of your work in as large a window as possible is good.
And a Closeup picture with your cell phone and email it to info@claystamps.com.
Looking forward to working with you.
LeRoy
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Empty Bowls Stamp
To get a free custom 1″ Empty Bowls Stamp please send in your logo design to info@claystamps.com. When placing the order be sure to use the ‘eb’ coupon code for the free stamp.
We support the Empty Bowls Project and host the emptybowls.com and .net websites.
Thank you!
LeRoy Grubbs
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How to make a Metal Stamp out of Brass
This is a short video of creating a signature for a brass stamp. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SphFcky2_M
Best file formats for images are .ai, .eps, .pdf. Vectored formats with outlined fonts.
Next is high resolution (300dpi) graphic files like .png and .jpg or jpeg.
A Screen shot of your work in as large a window as possible. Closeup picture with your cell phone and email it to info@claystamps.com.
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Sticky Clay
Sticky Clay – Wet Clay
Typically I use the stamp when the clay is trim-able. To avoid plugging up the stamp with clay.
Sometimes things get sticky when pressed deep into fresh wet clay. Cornstarch and baby powder will help with the impression too when the clay is wet.
If a little clay does get stuck in the stamp I use a stiff tooth brush to clean the clay out. Then dry off and dip in baby powder before making the next impression.
Quick Video showing how to use the stamp on Instagram.
🙂
LeRoy
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Smallest stamp is 4mm < 1/4"
If you would like to order a stamp that is between 0 and .50″ please order the 1/2″ stamp here. I used to have a 1/4″ stamp for sale but that caused some manufacturing problems.
So anything between 0 and .5″ is the 1/2″ stamp.
Typical turnaround is next week.
🙂
LeRoy
Best file formats for images are .ai, .eps, .pdf. Vectored formats with outlined fonts.
Next is high resolution (300dpi) graphic files like .png and .jpg or jpeg.
A Screen shot of your work in as large a window as possible. Closeup picture with your cell phone and email it to info@claystamps.com.
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Best Email: info@claystamps.com
Please do send an email with any questions. I’m alway trying to catch up on voice mail. Still just a one man shop. Love making stamps for artists all over the world.
Sincerely;
LeRoy – call anytime 815-565-4300
Best File Formats
Best file formats for images are .ai, .eps, .pdf. Vectored formats with outlined fonts.
Next is high resolution (300dpi) graphic files like .png and .jpg or jpeg.
A Screen shot of your work in as large a window as possible. Closeup picture with your cell phone and email it to info@claystamps.com.
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Stamp sizes and design ideas
If you like to order a stamp and have a question about sizes and designs I hope this helps.
For instance, a 1″ stamp size is determined by the longest dimension. Horizontal or Vertical or 1″ x 1″ square.
The 1″ stamp can be in any of the following configurations.
Hope this helps with convey the idea of possible stamp designs.
Nobody should have just one.
🙂
LeRoy
Best File Formats
Best file formats for images are .ai, .eps, .pdf. Vectored formats with outlined fonts.
Next is high resolution (300dpi) graphic files like .png and .jpg or jpeg.
A Screen shot of your work in as large a window as possible. Closeup picture with your cell phone and email it to info@claystamps.com.
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Steven Hill Pottery – Good Trade Mark Add Value to Work
Thank you Steven for your encouragement and support.
How to use a stamp
Most times I apply the stamp after trimming before leather hard. cool but not wet to touch. A few hours or the next day after throwing. Here’s a video from you tube with a demo.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-Boi_5GKYs
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LeRoy
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Stamped Jewelry
Yes, we make custom metal stamps for Stamped Jewelry.
Can be used on light metal and foils as well as any impress-able material.
Custom Metal Letter Stamps, Maker Marks and Logos
These are custom metal stamps made form engraved brass with a solid wood or brass handle. We can do any size (claystamps.com/shop) from a pin point (1/4″) to 12″ x 12″ plate.
Can be used for wood burning, branding, hot glass and impressed into clay too. Creating a permanent impression and mark for stamped jewelry.
Unlimited uses for artists with a new idea. Great for creating stamped metal tags for art shows. Beautiful custom designs for stamped jewelry.
We can do it all. Give me a call.
Please do send any questions and artwork to info@claystamps.com Would love to help.
Sincerely
LeRoy
816-565-4300
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Metal Stamping Kits
Yes, we make custom metal stamps.
Can be used on light metal and foils as well as any impress-able material.
Custom Metal Letter Stamps, Maker Marks and Logos
These are custom metal stamps made form engraved brass with a solid wood or brass handle. We can do any size (claystamps.com/shop) from a pin point (1/4″) to 12″ x 12″ plate.
Can be used for wood burning, branding, hot glass and impressed into clay. Creating a permanent impression.
Unlimited uses for artists with a new idea. Great for creating stamped metal tags for art shows. Beautiful custom designs for stamped jewelry.
We can do it all. Give me a call.
Please do send any questions and artwork to info@claystamps.com Would love to help.
Sincerely
LeRoy
816-565-4300
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CNC for highest precision
Each custom brass signature stamp is engraved by Mil-Spec CNCs to ensure the highest quality of workmanship and detail in a metal stamp. Good for use in all clays.
No limitation of size and details. Proof provided for all stamps.
Please call if you have any questions.
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Do you love your new stamp?
Do you love your new stamp?
Might it be possible for you to share your stamp and image online?
If yes, Here’s the links for FB, Instagram and Pinterest.
Thank you Thank you Thank you!!
🙂
LeRoy
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Stamps for Glass
Stamp for Glass
Yes, we make stamps for glass to be used in glass studios.
Example of a stamp for glass
Here’s a quick link: https://www.claystamps.com/stamps-for-glass/ for some example.
Send me your design ideas and I can make a custom stamp for glass. Place the order online here: https://www.claystamps.com/shop-2/brass-stamp/custom-1-inch-brass-stamp-for-glass-embossing/
LeRoy
info@claystamps.com
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Mudslinger Tools
“Mudslinger” Clay Modeling Tools
by Mark Schlicher
I’ve been working on a number of new tool sets, to make sure that I can supply any orders promptly. I’m thinking about the following: 1. For now, I prefer to sell mostly as complete sets. If there is interest in single tools, I’ll consider selling those (see also below). But since mail has gotten so expensive, it doesn’t seem very cost-effective for buyers. 2. The basic set would be three modeling tools (Cherry), plus a drawing knife (Walnut) and an artist's plumb bob. The dimensions: 1” x 3/4” x 10” 3/4” x 3/4” x 9” 3/8” x 3/8” x 8” 1/4” x 1” x 8” (Drawing knife) 3/4” x 3/4” x 3” with brass weight (plumb bob) 3. An extended set would add a fourth modeling tool (Cherry): 1 1/2” x 3/4” x 11” (the Big Kahouna) 4. The Big Kahouna would be offered as a standalone also 5. I also want to offer a smooth paddle (Cherry, Maple or Birch, as available): 3 1/2” x 3/4” x 11” Prices (not including shipping): Basic Kit: $55 Extended Kit: $65 Big Kahouna Only: $20 Paddle: $22 US Shipping: $8 minimum for the first item. $1 for each additional item. What do you think? I’m going to take new photos in the next few days. ____________________________________ Mark Schlicher Producer/Director "Chipping Away: The Life And Legacy of Sculptor William Edmondson" www.ChippingAwayMovie.com mark@sunporchmedia.com (615) 294-5671
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Stamps for Clay
Yes, we make stamps for clay.
Custom Stamps
They are custom stamps made form engraved brass with a solid handle. We can do any size (claystamps.com/shop) from a pin point to 12″ x 12″ plate.
Brass Memorial and Name Plates for awards
We can do it all. Memorial plaques or Name Plates for desks.
Please do send any questions and artwork to info@claystamps.com Would love to help.
Sincerely
LeRoy
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Custom Wood or Leather Brand for Branding Iron
Custom wood or leather burning branding iron
Here is the link to order the stamp online: Custom Branding Iron Brand
This is the branding iron that is designed for the stamp on Amazon.com. Here is the link and image of the branding iron that the stamp is setup for. If you have a different branding iron already with a specific base size attachment requirement let me know. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B3SG796
Great for branding leather
Get the branding iron and send the stamp design when it is ready.
Place the order for the custom brand.
I’ll have it out to you in a couple of weeks.
Sincerely
LeRoy
816-565-4300
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Custom Plastic or Rubber Stamps?
Do we make plastic or rubber stamps?
We have looked and tried to make plastic or rubber stamps. The product is inferior for use on clay. I’m not happy with them. After a few months of working with them, plastic and rubber stamps can be obtained else where.
We have the best price guarantee for all our stamps. Meaning the best product at a competitive price (often better) compared to plastic or rubber stamps.
I do not recommend plastic or rubber stamps for clay, soap, wax.
Or impression into any thing for long term durability.
I might change my mind on the plastic.
LeRoy
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Free Shipping and other discounts
Free Shipping
For those that have come this far… Curiosity Pays Off “fs” = Free Shipping
Discount Codes
google = For those that have found us on Google (or from any where else). 10% aka free shipping.
Multi Stamp discounts if you buy more then one.
2x = 10% (Like the Free Shipping)
3x = 10% (Like the Free Shipping)
4x = 15% (if you are ordering four stamps then get a fifth one.)
5x = 20% (buy four get the fifth one free)
You can always order more then 5 stamps and use the 5x discount code. Shop online here!
Questions about How to Order a Custom Stamp? FAQ – How to upload and place orders. or Please give me a call at 816-565-4300.
Providing the Highest Quality Custom Brass Stamp. This is an engraved brass stamps for Ceramic artists, Polymer clay artists, PMC artists, Tile makers, Brick, Glass embossing and Pipe manufacturers.
FAQ How to Video: Custom Stamp Link to youtube.com
Instructions and Tips to making the best custom stamp from Signatures, Initials, logos and hand drawn designs in the world!!
Thank you very much!
LeRoy
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Artists should sign their work!
Should artist sign their work? Yes! Exactly!! Every time exactly the same clean impression. Send a copy of your signature for an exact duplication of the original.
Every Time!!
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LeRoy
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Gift Certificates??
YES! Gift Certificates!!
We do Gift Certificates! They do not expire. Please just select the stamp size for the certificate you would like from the Shop. Complete the order online. Please include the “google” coupon code for free shipping.
Complete Order
Then, Once the order is completed send me a note that lets me know. I’ll create a certificate and send it out to the specified person / address! Or directly to you to include as part of your gift to your special friend! It is great to have a friend like YOU!
🙂
LeRoy
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How to upload and order a stamp?
How to upload and order a stamp online.
Please send an email with the copy of the image with your size to info@claystamps.com. I will check out the image and confirm this is good and or make suggestions. If all is good please place the order online for the size of stamp you would like.
This is a short video of creating a signature for a brass stamp.
Turn around time.
I’ll have the stamp ready for you “Next Week”. Meaning all the orders that come in this week are processed next week.
Other FAQs!
Other FAQs and things that are important. (like a great discount for free shipping)
Thank you very much.
LeRoy
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Do we make custom brass stamps??
Yes, we specialize in custom brass stamps.
Please send the art for the stamp design to info@claystamps.com.
I’ll bounce back a reply to confirm the art work is good.
When you are ready to order go to claystamps.com for the stamp at the size you would like.
I’ll then acknowledge the order and send a proof of the stamp design for your approval.
Typical order turnaround is “Next Week”, meaning orders recieved this week are processed next week. A week being Friday to Thursday. Orders coming in on Fridays might not make it into this weeks batch.
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How to make a Brass Stamp
Are Microsoft Doc Files OK?
Sorry Microsoft there are a lot of problems with the way you handle fonts and spacing.
For best results with a drawing use a very fine liquid roller ball style pen on white paper (i.e. photo printer paper or similar). You can do many signatures or drawings until you get the look you like. As for size the bigger the signature or image the better the detail in the stamp. Circle the image(s) you like. Then scan the sheet and email the PDF, PNG or JPG image to info@claystamps.com. Please include a note of introduction, send links to your site and work, it is fun to make new friends from all over the world.
We do all our work in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator so PSD and AI files are the best. Any vectored file format works with the fonts outlined are welcome. A screen shot of a large design works great in a PNG format. Microsoft Word Documents are needing too much help with fonts and spacing issues to guarantee a good image from.
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Are there any size limitations for stamps?
Stamps of Any Size
We can create a custom stamp of any size. We just sell them in half inch increments. So if you would like a stamp at 3/4″ that is ok. Please order the 1″ stamp and send the image for the stamp to info@claystamps.com with instructions.
Stamp sizes are: 1/4″, 1/2″, 1″, 1.5″, 2″, 2.5″, 3″, 3.5″, 4″ and so on. So for instance, Any stamp design between 1″ and 1.5″ would be a 1.5″ stamp. 2″ <= 2.5″ is a 2.5″ stamp. And so on.
Custom Stamp Sizes
If you would like a Custom Stamp Size an 6″ x 1″ stamp the same applies. Send me an email to info@claystamps.com. I have special pricing for larger stamps and plates for production work.
Stamps with a lot of small details tend to be lost in the clay. I’ll send a note with any concern and ask for your verification of the design details at the requested stamp size with the proof.
Sincerely;
LeRoy
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How to get the stamp art work to claystamps.com
When placing an order please send the artwork to me in any of the following formats.
.ai, .psd, .jpg, .png, .eps
Make the image of the stamp at the highest possible resolution for the best detail.
🙂
LeRoy
info@claystamps.com
816-565-4300
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3 Steps to Make your own custom stamp
3 Steps to Make your own custom stamp
Step 1.) Create your own custom personalized stamp idea on paper or computer. Then scan or create the PDF file from your art work.
Step 2.) Email the idea to me. I’ll check it out and get back to you with any suggestions.
Step 3.) Order online here: www.claystamps.com. You can pick the custom size down to the size of 1/4″. Turn around on regular orders is 10 to 15 days.
We sell the custom personalized stamps to people all over the world. Here is an image from a customer for a custom stamp with the Empty Bowls project in California.
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Personalized Custom Stamps
Custom Personalized Clay Stamp
ClayStamps.com Creates Personalized Custom Stamps. That is what we do. 🙂 Each stamp is engraved in brass, made by hand in the USA. We even have a stamp that says “Made in the USA”. Please do call if you have a question.
LeRoy – 816-565-4300
Here is a picture of a Personalized Custom Stamp for a person named Dan.
There are many more ideas, here is one for a Personalized Stamp for a coffee mug.
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Can I get a stamp that is smaller then one inch? or 1.5″?
Yes, we can create a stamp of any size. We just sell them in one inch increments. So if you would like a stamp at 3/4″ that is ok. Please order the 1″ stamp and send the image for the stamp to info@claystamps.com with instructions.
Sincerely;
LeRoy
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Application Questions
The impression from the custom stamps are sharp clean lines.
Use the stamp after trimming is done.
If applying the stamp on a sprig, place the sprig in the work first then make the impression with the stamp.
The use of RIO or glaze to high light the lettering then wipe off the excess works well.
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What is your refund policy?
I hate to say this but there has been times when for one reason or another a stamp doesn’t work out as expected by the customer. We make custom stamps by hand in a very competitive world market. At the end of the day we can only offer credits towards another stamp or other product rather then a refund.
My guarantee is this:
The design you provide and approve for a stamp will be reproduced 100% guaranteed to the highest precision in the industry. IF upon receiving your stamp there is something in the design that doesn’t really work like you expected, THEN we would be happy to remake the stamp if you can meet us half way on the cost.
Thus I will be willing to forgo all profitability on the second stamp with the requested design change in an effort to make the stamp better for you. But I can’t sell the farm to pay for the remake and give the second stamp for free.
Please give me a call to talk about it!
🙂
LeRoy
816-489-2478
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Do you offer discounts for orders of more then one custom stamp made?
Yes, Please use the coupon code 2x for two stamps, 3x for three stamps up to 5x for five or more stamps at a time. I hope this will encourage groups to work together for multi stamp orders.
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What’s the quickest way to get a custom stamp made?
Please place your order online with a credit card payment. As the orders come in each week they are grouped in sets of fifteen to twenty and made in batches.
If you would like to expedite the order? Here is the link, Let me know you are in a hurry. Can be done in five business days.
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Can the custom metal stamps be used for soap?
Yes, All custom metal stamps can be used for soap. We have customers request custom stamps for leather and wood work too.
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Can custom clay stamp orders be mailed in?
Orders can be mailed in with a check with the order form from our website here: Order Form.
For quicker response and turn around please email me also so that I am watching for the letter: info@claystamps.com
Call me any time. 816-565-4300
LeRoy
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How do I order a custom brass pottery stamp?
We create each custom stamp from artwork provided by the customer. Quick Fun Video:
Custom Stamp – Link to youtube.com
This art work can be hand drawn then photographed up close with your cell phone or created with software and saved to a vectored PDF or Graphic file, then emailed in at the time of the order. Acceptable formats are PNG, JPG, JPEG, EPS, AI and BMP. Please no microsoft .doc files.
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How to Create a new order or account?
I CAN’T WAIT. I Have to Have the Stamp Made Now!!!
Please call, there is a small expedite fee. The shortest turn around possible is five days.
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How long does it take to get a custom engraved metal stamp made?
Usually “Next Week”. If you can place the order online it is the quickest. As the orders come in each week they are grouped in sets then made in batches. Orders usually take at the most two weeks to get processed.
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Can you look at the image for the stamp?
Yes, Please Send us a copy of the image to be made into a stamp. We will review it then respond asap. Send an Email with the image for the stamp here.
Best file formats for images are .ai, .eps, .pdf. Vectored formats with outlined fonts.
Next is high resolution (300dpi) graphic files like .png and .jpg or jpeg.
A Screen shot of your work in as large a window as possible. Closeup picture with your cell phone and email it to info@claystamps.com.
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Can we talk?
Yes, Please do call with any questions. LeRoy 816-565-4300. I’m a potter too so I might be sitting at the wheel. Please leave a message if I miss you. I’ll call back.
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