Here’s a Peek at the Design Process of Altenew’s Wax Seal Products

by Adi Gregorio - 8 minute read

Last Updated: March 6, 2025

At Altenew, we take pride in combining artistry, innovation, and craftsmanship to create crafting tools that inspire creativity and happiness. One of our latest releases includes our wax seal collection, which allows crafters to add a luxurious and vintage-inspired touch to their handmade cards, envelopes, and other DIY projects.

A handmade card featuring embossed images of some tulips along with a pink tulip-themed wax seal stamp and a 'your kindness touched my heart' sentiment

From Altenew wax seal stamps to premium wax beads and a wax warmer, every element in our collection is designed with precision and elegance. But have you ever wondered how these products are conceptualized and brought to life? Let’s take a deep dive into Altenew’s crafting design process and explore the artistry behind our stunning wax seal products.

Getting to Know Altenew’s Wax Seal Stamps

This isn’t the first time Altenew has released wax seal stamps or beads, but this latest collection is more elevated than the last and can be used for a variety of paper crafting projects! If you’d like to try this new collection for yourself, here’s what to expect:

Wax Seal Stamps

These handy stamps come with a long, slender handle perfect for gripping, and the stamp itself features the specific 3D design or image you’ll imprint on wax. When cared for properly, this stamp will last a very long time, the perfect tool for adding elegant details to your projects!

Wax Beads

Arguably one of the most fun parts about wax seal stamping is playing with wax beads, melting them, and pouring them on your crafting surface for stamping. Although wax seals are typically made with dark-colored shades like red or burgundy, there are a variety of bead colors to choose from, perfect for the most versatile of projects. Altenew’s latest release also features both metallic and matte colors!

War Warmer Set

The wax warmer set is where all the magic happens. This is the tool you use for melting your wax beads. Simply place a small tealight candle inside your warmer, put the beads in a warmer spoon, and set it in its designated space on top of the warmer. The beads will slowly melt, and by then they’ll be ready for stamping!

The Crafting Design Process for Wax Seal Stamps

Every great product starts with an idea! Our design team at Altenew is constantly seeking inspiration and new ways to make your crafting experience even better. This is why even though a wax seal stamp collection was already released before, this latest release is better than ever!

Here’s What Our Design Team Has to Say

One of the best things about this new wax seal stamp collection is that it was designed with other Altenew products in mind. The wax seals are amazing on their own, but why stop there? Use them with your favorite stamps and dies to add texture, interest, and even send off your handmade cards in style.

"Our main goal with the introduction of the wax seals is to turn these into a staple of your craft room and to seamlessly integrate them with our more traditional crafting products such as dies, stamps, and more." - Maryam Perez, Altenew’s Graphic Design Lead

On the other hand, the latest crafting supplies released alongside this new wax seal stamp collection also work amazing together! You won’t have to worry about how to use your wax seal supplies because you’ll find a bunch of them right here at Altenew!

“We love the look of the wax seals. There is something timelessly romantic about them. We just wanted to make these exciting again and bring these back with a modern twist.” - Lydia Evans, Altenew’s Creative Ambassador

You’ll find that the designs of the latest wax seal stamps feature a variety of amazing images. From cute florals to elegant greenery and sweet sentiments, there’s so much to choose from! Whether you’re making handmade cards for a certain occasion or sending out envelopes for a party, there’s a wax seal stamp design suited for any theme!

On the other hand, the wax beads also come in a variety of colors best suited for floral designs, so you have your greens, pinks, blues, and even neutral colors like white! If you feel like using multiple bead colors in one stamp, you can definitely do that too!

What Makes Altenew Wax Seal Stamps Special?

On top of some of the features we mentioned above, here are more things you can expect when trying Altenew’s wax seal supplies for yourself:

Both Standalone and Versatile

Whether you’re looking for some wax seals to seal your envelopes or party invitations, or maybe need something to spice up your cardmaking projects, Altenew’s wax seal supplies are the ones for the job! It’s incredibly convenient to use them as is or incorporate them with other crafting supplies like dies and stamps.

Unique Designs

The wax seal stamp designs you’ll find here at Altenew cannot be found anywhere else. They are perfect for a variety of themes and occasions and add a charming touch to any project. The best part is that you can keep your stamps safe and tucked away in your crafting room until you’re ready to use them again!

A staged photo of cute die-cut envelopes and some wax seals and beads on top of a golden tray

Fun Little Envelopes Die Set

Wax Seal Stamping Equipment That Work Perfectly Together

No more confusion, no more guesswork! Everything you need for all things wax seal stamping is here at Altenew. Your wax seal stamps, beads, warmer, warmer spoon, and even techniques and inspiration for your upcoming projects are all within reach. All of these were designed to be cohesive and complement each other, so don’t be afraid to explore and experiment!

Smooth Melt, Quick-Drying Wax

Altenew’s beads are made with a combination of resin and wax, the perfect recipe for a smooth melting process! When done properly, you won’t find any weird clumps while melting wax for your paper crafting project.

A close-up photo of a wax seal stamp being pressed down on wet wax to imprint the design

On the other hand, this kind of wax also melts pretty quickly! The drying time still depends on how much wax you applied, but all you have to do is wait for a few minutes and your wax seal will have perfectly set and dried right in front of you.

Easy to Clean and Maintain

You might think that wax is hard to clean, but it’s relatively easy to do so! If the wax is still a bit warm, you can easily wipe it off with some tissue or wipes. Just make sure to wipe with care since the wax is hot.

If the wax has fully dried off, gently scrape it away and place it in your wax warmer again to melt. If you’re using it again, feel free to pour it on your desired surface! Otherwise, keep the dry pieces for next time.

Here’s Why You Should Try Wax Seal Stamping for Yourself

Still a bit on the fence about all things wax seal stamping? Not to worry, we have a few points here on how it can elevate your crafting experience PLUS some inspiration for future projects as well:

Add Texture and Interest to Your Projects

Wax seal stamps are just the thing to elevate your creations! Using them adds interest to your project and also gives off a professional vibe at the same time. If you’re handing off some of your projects as gifts, your recipients will also be impressed with the time and effort you’ve dedicated to the creation.

A photo of a cute handmade card with a die-cut 'love' sentiment along with a gold wax seal stamp and some die-cut leafy foliage

Hones Mixed Media Crafting Skills

The beauty of mixed media is that you have free rein over what supplies or materials to use. If you want to spice up your projects and add something interesting, wax seals will do the trick. Beginners may find it a bit intimidating, but the process is actually easy and enjoyable! Over time, your wax seal stamping skills and overall knowledge of mixed media will improve.

A memory keeping layout featuring Altenew fresh dye inks, permanent markers, and wax beads

Mini Bow Wax Seal Stamp

Create Unique, Personalized Creations Every Time

There are plenty of ways to personalize your projects, and wax seal stamping can help you with that too. Choose stamp designs and bead colors suited to the theme or occasion you’re making a project for, whether it’s for an anniversary, birthday, Valentine’s day, or anything else!

A photo of a wax seal stamp on a small gold tray featuring tulips

Tulip Motif Wax Seal Stamp Set

Ready to Make Some Stamp and Wax Bead Projects?

Our goal at Altenew is to inspire creativity and offer the feeling of happiness and fulfillment that crafters seek when they create something with their own two hands. Activities like wax seal stamping with this new high-quality collection are designed to do that and more!

Whether this is your first time trying wax bead projects or you’re already a seasoned expert in wax sealing, Altenew’s collection is designed to elevate your creative journey. Give it a try and let us know what you think. In the meantime, be sure to look for more inspiration In the Craft Room!

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have some questions about wax seal stamping? Feel free to share them with us in the comments section below! In the meantime, here are some frequently asked questions for added information:

The inspiration was drawn from finding new, unique ways to make crafting more fun and creative for Altenew customers. The wax seal product designs work well with almost any crafting project and can also be used alongside other supplies such as stamps and dies.

The amazing thing about Altenew’s wax seal stamps is that wax residue can be reused! For instance, if some wax was left over on your workspace or your wax seal spoon, you can simply place them back on the warmer and melt them again! That way, nothing ever goes to waste!

While you can certainly use other supplies, Altenew’s wax seal stamp materials are designed to work together perfectly. We recommend doing this for the best possible experience.

Put some wax beads on your wax seal spoon, place it on top of your warmer, and wait a few minutes for it to melt. Once done, slowly pour the contents of the spoon onto your desired project surface. Then, carefully press your wax seal stamp on the wet wax and wait a few seconds before gently lifting your stamp to reveal the results.

The limit is your imagination! As we mentioned here, you can use wax seals with envelopes and even other Altenew stamps and dies. Feel free to experiment and see how you’d most prefer to incorporate wax seal stamping in your crafting projects.