Getting a Wax Seal Kit? Don’t Miss This Essential Guide for Beginners!

Have you ever wanted to get into wax seal stamping but had no idea how to start? The first step is getting all the tools you need to make the prettiest custom wax seals. From wax warmers to beads and tealight candles, acquiring these essentials is just as easy as they are fun to use!

This beginner-friendly guide will cover the essential wax seal tools, how to use them, and what to look for in the best wax seal stamp kit for you. Let’s get started! 

What Is a Wax Seal Used For? Here’s What You Need to Know

If you’ve never tried wax seal stamping before, you’re in for a fun creative experience! Traditionally used to seal important documents and affix signatures or family crests, a wax seal stamp is essentially a small portion of melted wax poured on a surface like paper or envelopes to seal it. A stamp is pressed over the melted wax to imprint a small image. 

There is  a lot to learn about the timeless art of wax seal stamping, but beginners must first put their wax seal stamp sets together. This means getting essential supplies like a warmer, spoon, beads, stamps, and a candle.

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Essential Wax Seal Stamping Tools You Need

Not sure what to get for your wax seal stamp kit? Not to worry, here’s a rundown of the essential tools you’ll need to get started. 

Wax Warmer

One of the main tools you’ll need to make a custom wax seal is a warmer! This is a small tool that will, as the name suggests, melt your wax! Wax warmers come in different shapes and sizes, and may have different features, but it’s no doubt an essential tool for creating wax seals. These warmers typically have a small compartment for candles to help melt the wax. 

Tealight Candles

This goes hand-in-hand with your wax warmer. While tealight candles are typically used for accent lighting or heating up essential oils, they also melt wax very well! Its small size and controlled flame are perfect for slowly melting wax to perfection. Tealight candles are placed inside a wax warmer compartment, so be sure to get a bunch of these before making wax seals! 

Warmer Spoon 

A warmer spoon is another tool you’ll use alongside the wax warmer. It’s a circular, deep spoon where you put a couple of wax beads which will then be placed on top of your warmer. After a while, the beads will slowly melt and be ready for pouring! Warmer spoons typically have sturdy, ergonomic handles and tiny spouts on the metal rim to make pouring wax easy. 

Wax Beads or Sticks 

Are you a fan of adding color to your projects? If so, you’re going to love choosing beads for your wax seal project! Traditionally, you’ll find that wax seals are a dark, reddish burgundy color, but the sky’s the limit when it comes to using wax seals with your project!

Whether you want dark, elegant colors or cute pastels, there are always options to choose from. If you can’t decide on just one, try mixing two different wax bead colors to achieve a swirly, two-toned stamp! 

Wax Seal Stamps 

This is the fun part, where you get to choose wax seal stamps that have your desired design. There are lots to choose from, such as florals or foliage, sweet words or short phrases, or even symbols like hearts! It has thick, sturdy handles to help you maintain your grip while pressing them against melted wax.

You can choose different wax seal stamp designs depending on the vibe or theme of your project, along with the message you want to convey if you’re giving your project to a friend or family member. 

Envelopes, Paper, Cardstock 

Of course, you can’t play with wax stamps without having something to put them on. Thick paper-like cardstock is perfect because it can hold wax very well. Of course, you can also apply wax seals on your envelopes to seal cards or letters. 

There’s more to wax seal stamping than sealing an envelope too. You can use it alongside your cardmaking projects as accents or embellishments, even on scrapbooking and memory-keeping projects, product packaging, gift wrapping, and so much more! 

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Extra Decorations and Embellishments

Wax seals on their own are already incredibly pretty and elegant to look at, but in case you want to add something else to your wax seal stamp projects, tons of other tools and supplies are available depending on your preference.

Small pieces of dried flowers or foliage are great for pressing with your wax seals to ‘seal’ them onto your project. Small, intricate die-cuts could work too! On the other hand, using permanent markers with a metallic finish can also add shine and that extra ‘something’ to make your wax seals pop! 

Here’s How to Build Your Perfect Wax Seal Stamp Kit

Now that you have an idea of what wax seal stamping is and what supplies you’ll need to get started, here are some tips to consider before purchasing your essentials:  

• Reflect on what kind of projects you want to work on

• Choose at least 2-3 wax bead colors to play around with first

• Instead of buying tons of wax seal stamps, try getting around 2-4 if it’s your first time 

• See if you can buy wax seal stamp sets to get the essentials (and save money!)

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Wax Seal Stamp Set Tips and Proper Care

Once you have your wax seal stamp kit, it’s important to take care of them to ensure they last for a long time and keep creating perfect impressions on your projects. Here are some tips you can take into account when caring for your wax seal stamping essentials: 

Wipe After Every Use

Playing around with wax can get a bit messy, but the great thing is that it’s also easy to clean! After using your warmer spoon to melt and pour wax on your project, wait a little while for the wax to cool then slowly wipe it off with some wipes or tissue. If the wax has already dried, place it on top of your warmer for a few minutes to let the wax melt again before wiping it off. 

Keep Your Wax Seal Stamp Handle Dry and Wax-Free

Understandably, you can get your crafting station a bit dirty when working with wax seals, but try not to get anything on your wax seal stamp handles. These could damage the handles over time (especially if it’s made with wood). In case you do get some wax on those handles, wipe it off with some wipes as soon as you can. 

Store in a Cool, Dry Place

This tip goes for your entire wax seal stamping set. When not in use, be sure to store it in a cool, dry place. This will keep it looking brand new and safe from natural elements like direct sunlight. Remember, the key to a wax seal stamp kit that lasts a for really long time is proper care and usage. 

Elevate Your Projects with a Wax Seal Stamp Set!

This is your chance to get your very own wax seal stamp set, start experimenting, and begin adding timeless charm to your paper crafting projects! For more information and inspiration on all things wax seals, be sure to visit us In The Craft Room. Happy sealing! 

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Adi Gregorio

Adi is a writer with an insatiable love for romance, fantasy, and thriller novels. When she's not off on a fictional adventure, you'll find her journaling or rewatching Avatar the Last Airbender. At home, she's a fur-mom to a feisty but sweet beagle named Arya who keeps her life full of surprises.