Carve & Print Your Own Stamps
By WholeLook
Carve a bold design into soft rubber, then print a small set of cards.
For: Adults only
Activity steps
Transfer a simple design
Draw one bold shape on tracing paper, avoiding small lettering. Rub the pencil image onto the rubber so the stamp prints in the intended direction. Shade the areas you want to remain raised.
Set the cutting position
Place the block on a bench hook or non-slip support. Demonstrate shallow cuts away from the body and supporting hand. Only adults use the cutters; pause if the block slips or the blade needs force.
Carve and test
Remove small slivers around the raised design. Ink lightly and test on scrap paper, then trim only the areas that need clearing. Clean away rubber crumbs before re-inking.
Print the cards
Press straight down without rocking on four cards. Let ink dry flat, clean tools as directed and collect all blades and offcuts before packing.
Host tip: Keep the design simple and provide one supported carving station per person. Never carve toward your fingers.
Choose materials suitable for everyone’s age. Supervise children with scissors, needles and small parts. Keep craft supplies separate from food.
Supplies for six
Estimated supplies subtotal
3 of 12 selected supplies included.
9 supplies not included
Soft rubber stamp-carving blocks, Linoleum carving handles with cutters, Carving bench hooks or non-slip carving supports, Water-based ink pads for paper, Tracing paper, Pencils, Rulers to share, Age-appropriate paper scissors, Washable craft aprons. Check price and pack coverage before buying.
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Shopping list for 6 people
- Soft rubber stamp-carving blocks: 6 blocks
- Linoleum carving handles with cutters: 6 sets
- Carving bench hooks or non-slip carving supports: 6 supports
- Water-based ink pads for paper: 2 pads
- Tracing paper: 12 sheets
- Blank cards for messages, names and votes: 24 cards
- Pencils: 3 pencils
- Rulers to share: 3 rulers
- Age-appropriate paper scissors: 3 pairs
- Wipeable table cover: 1 cover
- Kitchen towels or cleanup cloths: 3 towels
- Washable craft aprons: 6 aprons
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