Changes and a question for YOU.
ETA: This contest is now closed. The winner of the set of nestabilities is:
Lori McAree wrote:
Hi Gina!! Thanks so much for asking!! I would LOVE to see bare rubber as an option!
Congratulations Lori, please send your shipping address and nestabilities choice to info@ginakdesigns.com
We will get those out to you.
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One of my very dear friends is super busy!
Joanne Basile has been our Design Team Coordinator for a very long time. But the time has come for her to focus on a few other areas of her life so she has decided to step down as Design Team Coordinator. Luckily, she is staying on the Senior Design Team, (like I would ever allow her to leave...) so, although I am sad to lose her as our coordinator, I am thrilled that she will still be with us! Thank you Joanne, for all of your hard work and dedication to Gina K. Designs as our coordinator. I am thrilled to continue our wonderful working relationship and look forward to many more beautiful Joanne B. creations!
But along with sad news comes some happy developments!
Please welcome our new design team coordinator
Jessica Fick is my right hand girl here in our office and she knows all the inside workings at Gina K. Designs. Her wonderful relationship with our entire team along with her organization skills and incredible talent makes her the perfect choice for this position.
Other new and exciting changes at Gina K. are some additions to our Senior Design Team.
Many of you know Lee Murphy as a moderator over at StampTV. Lee's stamping style impresses me time after time. Everything she creates leaves my jaw on the floor. Her dedication to Gina K. Designs and StampTV led me to ask Lee to join our team. How excited I am that she said yes!
Lynn Mercurio recently accepted a position as our Editor-in-chief of our new Stamping Lifestyle Magazine. But Lynn not only has writing skills, but she has some fabulous stamping skills too! Lynn was one of my very first customers and her dedication and support of Gina K. Designs has never wavered since. How exciting for us that Lynn accepted as position on our Senior Design Team too!
Cathy Tidwell is so talented. I am constantly amazed at the beauty and detail in every project she creates. She has been such an active member on our forums at both Splitcoast and StampTV. A few months ago, she accepted a position to be one of our StampTV Moderators. Her gallery just blows my mind so I was so thrilled when she accepted my offer to join our Senior Design Team.
We have many more exciting things coming for you in the next few months at Gina K. Designs and StampTV.
Today, I thought I would end with a poll and a contest for you. We know that most of you are hooked on the versatility and reliability of deeply etched rubber. (It's absolutely my favorite too!) But there are so many options for mounting your rubber.
So my question is this:
If you had the choice of purchasing our stamp sets without the EZ mount cushion, would you? Now remember, I said "choice." Our EZ mount cushion option is not going away. But we want to know if there is enough interest out there for a bare rubber option. So what do you think?
Leave a your answer in the comments section here and I will randomly choose a winner who will get a set of Nestabilities dies of their choice!
Thank you so much for your opinions. They mean the world to me!
Welcome to our new DT gals!
Have a wonderful day~
Hugs,
Gina K.
I usually only buy the bare rubber if I have extra ez-mount already but I prefer to have it already done for me..saves me time and I can start stamping right away!
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Hi Gina
None of my stamps have cushion. So of course I would buy bare rubber. Less room to store, cost less for invoice and less trouble to take off the cushion!
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Time saving and convenience are the name of the game in this busy world. If I can save one step that allows me more time to actually stamp and not put things together, I'm all for it. Save the EZ mount please.
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I like having the stamps already mounted. However, I also like to stamp the back of the rubber so I can see what I'm stamping, if that makes sense. If I have EZmount on hand it wouldn't matter one way or the other. When I don't have any, then having it come with the stamps is nice. Maybe you could have that as an option when ordering stamp sets. You know, mounted or unmounted. A lot of companies do that. Just my 2 cents worth of opinion.
Carole
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I, personally, wouldn't be interested in a bare rubber option.
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I almost always buy Bare red rubber stamps.. I like mounting them myself..
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I like that the stamps have the EZ mount already on the stamps.
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Yes, I definitely would buy them as bare rubber if the savings is there. I can buy more that way. I buy most all my stamps bare these days.
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I vote for bare rubber.
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I've never bought bare rubber so I have no clue how to actually use the EZ mount stuff. I've seen it in your store and wondered. Do you cut it to the shape of the rubber stamp or what?? Do you remove it after you use it??? I like the way it is... but like I said.. I've never done just the rubber.
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Hi Gina, I prefer the EZ Mount Cushion. Otherwise, I put the bare rubber on EZ Mount!
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Yes, I would definitely be interested in the bare rubber option. I always index my cling cushion before adhering the rubber, and this way I could do so with your stamps too.
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Yes. I always purchase bare rubber if I can. It can mount on ez-mount myself & save money or just use tack & peel.
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I don't mind bare rubber as long as it's a good quality rubber and I believe yours are!
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I prefer the EZ mount. It is worth the extra amount to have it. I am limited in my capabilities to do certain things..I will stick with the tried and true
gina..when are you going to do a tut on the Scor-Bug
????
hugs
JoAnne
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I'd prefer the ez mount cushion like the stampin'up rubber stamps have.
Thanks.
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Congrats Ladies....Gina is a lucky lady to have such a talented group around her!
I purchased both, but I love it on ez mount better. It's so much easier for me to get going and stamp!
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I really love my stamps already mounted. It just saves time so I have more time to play with all of the goodies!
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Thanks for giving us the chance to offer input Gina... it is much appreciated. Given the choice I would prefer bare rubber as it would probably be more cost effective.
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Yes, I would prefer to purchase my stamps as bare rubber, without EZ Mount. Thank you.
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Oh Yay, GREAT Additions to the GinaK team!!
I'd still chose the EZ Mounted.
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Yes I would be interested in unmounted stamps. They are easier to store, take up much less room and that means more stamps!
Thank you, Gail
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I love the EZ Mount and am relieved you will give us the option!
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I prefer to buy my stamps with EZ Mount already attached. Thanks for asking!
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No, I would still purchase the EZ Mount.
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What wonderful announcements!! Congrats to three wonderful ladies. And, Gina, you're so lucky to have them on your team!
I have fallen in love with the cling mount system and have transferred most of my stamps from blocks to cling mount. I also like the convenience of not having to do it myself, so I will stick with your cling mounted stamps!
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I have just bought some "unmounted" stamps, and I thought you just put them on an acrylic block, just like the clear stamps. Apparently, I was wrong for the first time again, and it is not that simple. I son't know what EZmount is, or how to use it. Maybe you could have that process as one of your tutorials!
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UM's are great, you can use just poster tape or put Aileen's Tack it over and over on them and store them in a binder or on a plastic page protector. That is my favorite way to buy stamps. HTH
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Leave the ez mount on. I was hoping you'd cut the stamp and cushion out like stamp in up. But that is to much to ask, I just appreciate the wonderful stamps with the cush.
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I LOVE when rubber stamps have the EZmount (or some type of acrylic block friendly mount) already on them. I have so little time to craft and mounting stamps on foam or wood blocks is my least favorite past time. I always think it's worth paying a bit more to have them ready to go from the package.
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I like the easy mount stamps. i have a vision problem and they are easier to place on paper.
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I like stamps with EZ mount already attached. Makes my life simple.
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Since I have recently ruined several stamps by putting them on my e z mount UPSIDE DOWN I think I better stick to stamps already mounted stamps
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EZ-Mount is my mount of choice, so having an option to purchase without it would not benefit me. I would still want the pre-mounted stamps!
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It would be nice to have a choice.
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I'm a bare rubber kind of gal...less bulk when it comes to storage! Thanks for the offer!
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Jessica,
I have mixed feelings. This is my view, if you have the EZ mount stuff available for purchase separate from the actual rubber images, I could go for that. I don't always mind assembling my stamps. Yet, I sure do love the fact that they are already together - expense is the most important issue here for me. If it is less to purchase the rubber and EZ mount stuff separately, I would go for that.
Please make sure that the rubber images do not change in quality of sharp and thickness. They are terrific!
Sincerely,
Sher
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Congrats to all of your Design team ladies- love the sneak peaks and all of the DT samples! It is hard to behave when I view their work!
I unmount alot of my wood mounted stamps, but for storage reasons. Your stamps on the easy mount fit into a case approx the same size as a CD case- so, for me the difference would depend on- is there a price difference? If yes, I would order unmounted if it was significant, and if no price difference, I would order them as they are........
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I definitely prefer the stamps with the EZ mount already on them. It is so much easier.
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What awesome news for your Design Team! Such creative ladies!! I've learned so much from seeing what they do. As for the EZ Mount, I do love it and find using stamps on acrylic blocks much easier (I have small hands) than wood mounted.
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Ooops!! Should have congratulated four lovely ladies!
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Bare rubber is a NO for me. I would just mount it on ezmount anyway, and I like having my stamps already mounted.
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I usually buy bare rubber when ever possible. It saves a few $$$ that I can spend on more stamps later!!
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I will not buy bare rubber. gotta have the cling.
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I wouldn't purchase your stamps with a bare rubber option - I prefer the EZ Mount. Thanks!
And congratulations to all the gals!
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I prefer EZ mount!
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I am glad Joanne is remaining on the team, I am so inspired by her work. And a huge congratulations to the new additions. You ladies deserve it!
To answer your poll question; I prefer EZMount. Any stamps I've bought bare I have mounted onto EZMount.
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I do sometimes buy the bare rubber, if the saving is worth it, but I normally prefer to buy with ezmount already on.
Congratulations to all the new ladies on your team!
Louise C.
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I prefer the ez mount system, it makes a better firm stamp...
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Gina, First best wishes to Joann, she has been wonderful, and congrats on the new design team members!
As to your question, I no longer buy bare rubber, it's just too much trouble for me given all the options out there now, so I'm glad the EZ option remains!
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CONGRATS TO ALL> ESPECIALLY LUVLEE LEE MURPHY AND JESSICA!
I'd never want to purchase your awesome deeply etched stamps WITHOUT the cling cushion.. It's so snnoying I have added the cling to all my other stamps that came bare. I dislike them immensely :}
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I much prefer the foam cushion on your stamps. It is more convenient and makes for better images. :o)
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I perfer the EZ Mount.
Love going into the deigner teams and getting new ideas. Thanks for providing us with such resouces.
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I can't live without the EZ Mount.
Thanks for the chance to win and congrats girls - lots of great changes! Thrilled to see Joanne is staying on the senior design team!
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Having the bare rubber option would be great!
Congrats to the Design Team!
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I'm used to having my stamps with the EZ mount on it. I would consider buying stamps without the EZ mount if it was a considerable savings.
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Hi Gina. I like having a choice. Thanks for asking.
I mostly purchase already wood-mounted stamps. However, I have recently purchased some unmounted stamps to save some money, and room. I have not used the plain rubber nor the EZmount enough to give a good opinion. However, choices are always good, and if I could get a design in plain rubber that I couldn't afford the other way, that would be great.
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I prefer the EZ Mount on there, but I have bought bare rubber stamps and in some cases would probably do so here too.
I'm so excited about the new additions to the design team!!!!
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I have both ez mounted stamps and bare rubber and love them both. I guess it would come down to how much I would save with one vs the other. I do love the images I get with your ez mounted stamps though. They are perfection!
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Congratulations ladies!
I love the fact that you would offer the choice of no EZ mount but I would always purchase it with.
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Nope, I would stick with the EZ Mount. I'll be interested to see what others think though.
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I do prefer the EZ mount (UNLESS the bare rubber is much cheaper). The EZ mount still takes up less room than the wood-mounted ones. But I do buy both. The only thing I don't care for on either (EZ mount or bare) is that you don't have the name of the stamp company on them. Thanks, Gina!
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No bare rubber for me please. I prefer it with the EZ mount.
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Hi Gina,
I buy both actually so I think giving your customers a choice would be great!
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I really like the stamps just the way they are now. I haven't purchased stamps the other way, but it sounds like extra work.
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I wouldn't like to mess with putting the rubber on EZ mount. I like that its already done for me and I just have to trim it out of the sheets.
Please don't stop what you are already doing.
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No way! They only stamps I buy that way are Bellas and I don't even do that any more as it is a big pain!
It's a good life!
Terri E.
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I like the ez mount better! Thanks!
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I'd love a bare rubber option. I've started to use ATIO&O and love the space it saves me, not to mention the $$.
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I always put them on EZ anyway... So, for me buying it with EZ is a time saver...
reflections:0)
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I don't think I would like the bare rubber stamps, having to add the EZ mount to them is more hassel. Like them ready to stamp.
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Would only purchase the ez mounted stamps.
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basically the choice comes down to 2 factors.if the bare rubber has the image printed on the back like SEE D"S and the price is lower then bare rubber is the way to go.on the other hand if the price difference is very slightthen i recommend e z mount.i use both and enjoy using them equally.thanks for thinking of us.
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I like both, I dont mind them being on easy mount, but i have started to use Aleene's tack it over and over and its easier on the storage. Ez mount makes them a bit thick for the cd cases i keep them in.
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I much prefer the easy mount option. Thanks for the chance to win a nestie!
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Yeay - such wonderful additions to your already amazing talented DT!!!! Congrats to alll.
In regards to the EZ mount, I love the it comes with it on...huge time savor since I would put them on it anyway.
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I've use both unmounted and mounted, but if given the choice would prefer them to come to me cushioned and ready to stamp. Congrats to your new DT members!
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I love the bare rubber option. Thanks for asking!!
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EZ mount all the way for me!!
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I like them just the way they are now! I have a hard enough time finding time to cut them apart, I know I would never find time to mount them as well. Thank you for wanting our opinion and not just changing it, saying this is what you get from now on! It too, means alot to me! Wow! A chance to win nestabilities! I have NONE so I'd so love to win a set!!
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Congrats to all of the new Senior Design Team members. >:0) You picked you some great girls, Gina!
I personally would not buy bare rubber. I like to for my stamps to be ready to go as soon as I receive them. >:0)
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I definitely would buy the stamps without EZ Mount. That means I could afford to buy more GinaK stamps than I do now!! Thanks for asking!
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I wouldn't buy the bare rubber. I like having them on EZ mount so I can cut them out, slap them on my acrylic blocks and start stamping! That said, if it is a choice and other people like the bare rubber, all the better for everyone!
Thanks for asking us for our opinion on this!
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I like the cushion, I would not be interested in bare rubber. I like the ease of having on the stamps...now if you had them cut out already for us that would be a BIG plus & we could stamp right away....hint, hint!!! Hehehe!!!
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Sure I would buy them. If I like a stamp I purchase it. I can find a way to make it work *smile*.
I agree with a previous entry about the storage and the fit in CD cases.
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I would not buy the stamp set with out Easy Foam. I like them with it on.
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Congrats to the new Sr Design Team members!!!
Since I have about 43 miles of HALO's loop tape to use up, yes, I would definitely be interested in unmounted rubbah!
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I prefer already mounted on EZ mount! I would really love it if they were already cut!!!!!
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I usually buy bare rubber when available
thanks, Jackie
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Yes, I would choose the nekid rubber. I never mount my rubber. If it comes mounted, fine, but I use it nekid all the time!
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No, I wouldn't buy the bare rubber option. I am a cushion girl for sure! Yea for the new design team members! What exciting news!
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I prefer the cushion, it just makes everything much easier to use.
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I would sooooo love an option of bare rubber! I have unmounted all my stamps to bare rubber and prefer them that way. It makes it easier for to stamp and saves a lot of storage space. Congrats Lee and all the other new DT members!!!!
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I prefer the EZ mount stamps. Thank you so much for asking. Shaye
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Congratulations to your DT Gals..they are all so very talented! Gina, great Question.. had you asked it last week I would have given you a very different answer! My BFF and I went to a SB'ing Expo on Saturday where I purchased my "very first" pieces of bare rubbah.. now I had my reservations on this but WOWIE, the impressions were wonderful and the only thing I had to do was put 2 small pieces of dbl stick tape onto my acrylic block! easypeasy! I won't be unmounting my blocks anytime soon but I will def. purchase bare rubber again! Ü
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I would like the option of bare rubber.
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I like them just the way they are arriving in my mailbox right now.Thanks!
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I would definitely buy them "naked". I have no problem with that. They are easier to store. And the more stamps I can buy the happier I am!
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I like either and the choice would be great.
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I'm not sure which I would buy...but I think the cushion one. Thanks!
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Ive used both and I honestly can say I dont have a preference. I like each so either way works for me.
ansa
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I personally would only by rubber stamps with cushion premounted.
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I prefer it with the EZ mount cushion - you can use the stamps out of box ASAP. You don't have to cut for the cushion yourself. Thank you.
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Preference is to have EZ mount cushion on the back. However, that does not deter me from purchasing bare rubber if I really love the stamp
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I prefer the EZ mount! Thanks for a chance to win some goodies!
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I purchase both styles...but your stamps are so high in quality, I would opt to keep buying them with the cushion... my dream would be that they already come pre-cut :-> Now that's a task that I'm not good at.... my chopping and snipping just doesn't do the stamp justice!!
Thanks for asking our opinions. Your team and company are the greatest.
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That's a good question Gina--thanks for asking. I would like having options especially if all the rubber is still the deeply etched red rubber. I think this option just might help stretch my stamping budget.
Congrats on the wonderful designers you have selected. I agree they are some of the very best!
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I am partial to the EZ mount cushion, however, if I love the stamp I will buy it regardless
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Hi Gina, personally I would not. I hate cutting out the stamps. When You get them already on cling mount you get the very best trim job! But that is just my opinion. I am challenged in that area. Other gals, may be pros at cutting them out and like the option if they get the stamps at a lower price. Gina I LOOOOOOVVVVE Stamp TV! You are the most wonderful teacher. I find myself watching the videos on techniques I already know. Hugs from way down south in Alabama!
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I personally love them already mounted on EZmount. It makes things so much quicker...since I would have to mount them before stamping anyhow. So for me, pre-mounted would be my preferred way to buy.
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Awesome Lee, Cathy and Lynn!! A great addition to your talented team, Gina! I would prefer to keep stamps with cling foam backing. I just don't have a lot of luck with unmounted rubber. If you go that way, I would have to spend more to get my own foam mount which would detract from the value of your stamps. Thanks for asking! ~ky
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I always add EZ mount to the plain rubber stamps. I just think it gives a better impression and I hate having to add sticky stuff (glue stick) to the raw rubber. I vote for keeping the EZ Mount.
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Hi Gina,
First congrats to all the new design team members and to Jessica as the new coordinator! Such talent! I'm so glad Joanne is staying on the design team....she's amazing! On to your question, I have never bought stamps without the EZ Mount, so I'm not sure if I would or wouldn't want another option. If I could get more stamps for the money, then I would definitely be interested.
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First of all....
CONGRATULATIONS !! to all the new Positions at Gina-K's Ladies ! I have visited many of your Blogs and been Inspired by your work. happily, that will continue for a long long time !!
I can well imagine that Gina is an Angel to work for !!
As for the red rubber stamps and my choice.....WITH cushion please,it is just a more comfortable "feeling" in the touch with that extra "give" in the surface pressure when Stamping.
GramaCat
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Gotta have that easy mount cushion! :0)
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I just bought a UM stamp (sorry, it wasn't a GKD) but I needed it for something specific. Somewhere I have a pkg. of EZ mount, but I can't find it in my studio.
I want mine already mounted.
Thanks Gina!
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Gina, I would not buy just rubber stamps, as I have made that mistake before and regreted it. It took me a long time to find foam to mount them on, and it's just not the same as purchasing pre-mounted rubber. Thanks for asking.
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I have used both types of rubber and I favor the cushioned one for the convenience of it. The images are equally good - at least the stamps that I've used - still I like the convenience of the cushioned rubber. (Basically a lazzzzyyyy lady!) ;0)
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I like the cling foam but sometimes on the budget, bare rubber is more economical when purchasing new stamps. My vote is always for the more affordable choice of bare rubber. I rarely have trouble stamping an image in bare rubber.
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Unmounted rubber is a lesser-expensive choice and I would consider buying stamps in this format. However, I prefer them with the mount already attached - just saves me work on the other end!
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Woo Hoo! Congrats to Jessica, Lynn, Cat and Lee!! They are just amazing and inspire me with each and every creation!
As far as preferences...I am lazy and so prefer the rubber already on EZ mount! I think I would mess it up somehow, LOL!
Thanks Gina for asking :o)
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Just reading through the comments is as good as a class for me - the beginner! LOL
I, too, am undecided (sorry) - I would prefer them mounted, but if it was less expensive without (translate that to more $$ to spend in the store), I would probably go with that option.
Congratulations to you and the staff with the new changes. It's a great group..
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would absolutely prefer being able to buy "NAKED" rubber!
Sandi
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I will always buy Gina K. But without the cushion, wouldn't we have to buy additional products in order to use your stamps? I think that is what makes your stamp sets so attractive...they are ready to use with the supplies I already have. Thanks! Linda Crowder
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I'm frugal and naked rubber works just fine for me.
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I would like the option to choose. I have both ezmount and bare rubber. I like the ezmount and could mount them myself if it saves a lot of money. I am definitely getting tired of all my wooden stamps and want to come up with a better way to store them, I'm thinking of taking them off of the wooden blocks. I would love to win a set of nesties.
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Hi Gina!! Thanks so much for asking!! I would LOVE to see bare rubber as an option!
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i like bare rubber better, I find it takes less storage room, is cheaper and so I can buy more!
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I like the EZ Mount already on...the stamp is ready to go, and one less thing to do!
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I think offering it both ways will give us the opportunity to save money by doing it ourselves. Thanks for the opportunity to win blog candy just for giving our opinion.
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Gina, I like having the rubber already mounted! That way I can get started stamping right away!!!
Judy
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I always try to buy bare rubber, I hate having to pull wood and foam off of them...
Bare rubber would be a great option!
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I've purchased both, but I prefer EZ mounted stamp sets. They're so much faster to use when you are in a hurry.
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I probably would not change and get the unmounted stamps, but having an option is always a nice thing for the customer! I've been unable to afford to purchase stamps yet, but I have several on a wish list, and pray the economy picks up soon!
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I prefer to have an option. I adore ezmount but I also the cost savings of bare rubber.
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I have purchased unmounted rubber stamps in the past but given the choice I would always buy them mounted. It's an extra step that I prefer to skip
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Congratulations to all the ladies!!
I prefer the EZ Mount already adhered to the stamps. I have some stamps now that need EZ applied and they are still bare!
An option for with or without may be a good thing , if it's not too much trouble for you.
Thanks for the chance..I'd love some Nesties!
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Great pic of gals. Looking forward to seeing all they bring too.
I love the ez mounts and have never tried stampin without them. However I would use them if they stamped as good!
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I have purchased both kinds of stamps, but really like the EZ mount over the unmounted---they always stick on my clear blocks and that is faster to use.
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Yes, I would love the option to purchase your stamps without easy mount!
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I would be interested in a bare rubber option as I purchase this way if offered.
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Congrats to all the well deserved talent joining the team.
YES YES YES bare rubber gets my vote. More sets would fit in the binder cases too.
Also would love to see Tin Set Index Sheets as an option to buy. I'm organizing everything in the binder boxes and the index sheets would be mucho helpful.
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I would prefer the EZ mount stamps.
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to be honest, if it would allow me to get more stamps with the same money, I would buy with out. I use them both ways - the thing I hate is cutting them out! In fact I cut out one set and then saw Melanie's tips on how to cut the set out .... I wish I saw her tips first, they would of made the set more usable
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I do purchase unmounted stamps but still end up mounting them on ezmount. For me I prefer them already mounted. Congrats ladies on your new positions.
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Personally I will always choose EZ mounted cushion rather than bare, but I can understand that it would be nice for people who prefer bare rubber to be able to order their stamps without the EZ mount.
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It wouldn't deter me from buying a stamp that I really loved, but I would prefer to have the easy mount. It saves me from buying it and keeping it on hand all the time. Thanks for asking.
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It is always nice to have a choice. I would just have to turn around and E-Z mount them myself so I am fine with things the way they are.
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I think it's so much easier to use a deeply etched rubber with the cushion... I would stick with that...
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I LOVE EZmount!! So I vote to keep it!!
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I would prefer the EZ mount, but I would buy stamp I absolutely had to have even if it was unmounted. Thanks for asking.
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If I get them without the EZmount I will put them on myself... so I prefer them on EZmount since it's less trouble for me.
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I prefer the ez mount. I don't have any bare rubber stamps. It's more convenient for me to buy them with the ezmount already on them, than to have to do it myself.
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I think it would depend on the cost savings for me to purchase plain rubber. I do have several rubber that I've sprayed with a reusable sticky spray. Congrats ladies! Thanks for another chance to win goodies Gina.
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I have bought unmounted rubber for years, mainly because it is less expensive. I usually then mount the stamp on foam and my husband cuts wood blocks for me. While is saves time to purchase stamps already mounted or ready to mount, I think one needs the option left open. There are people who don't have the time or the capability to mount the rubber stamps. If you take a way the EZ mount option I think there will be some people who won't buy from you. I understand the need to cut back on costs, but cutting out rubber stamps can be difficult for those who have limited physical abilities to do so and thus you would loose them as customers. I think the option needs be be a choice for each person.
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Congratulations, Ladies! Well deserved! I love all your work!
I prefer EZ mount. It is easier to have the stamps already on the EZ Mount. Love that stuff!
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I would certainly be interested in unmounted stamps. I am out of space and they store so easy.
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I would definitely like to have the option--so, unmounted would be a great choice for this stamper! Thx!
caseytoney at yahoo
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If I have the choice, I choose cling. I don't misplace them because they are a little thicker and I always get a good image.
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I have bought bare rubber stamps for years. I then mount on foam and wood because that is what I perfer. But there are those who are limited in physical capabilities to mount or even cut out bare rubber. I think it would cut off some of your customers if you provide only bare rubber stamps. Personally I like the lower price of bare rubber.
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Your stamps with EZ mount are so affordable, that I will continue to purchase your stamps with EZ mount. There are some companies that I like buying just the rubber and in those cases it is a cost issue.
Congrats to the new Senior Design Team members too!
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Thanks for sharing with us the behind-the-scene personnel changes!! CONGRATS and BEST WISHES to all!!
If given a choice, I would prefer my rubber stamps to be cut 'n mounted.
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Yes, I would like the choice of mounted or unmounted stamps. Thanks for your consideration of this option.
Candy Rude
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When I buy a stamp or set of stamps that I love, it really doesn't matter how it comes. BUT, if I had a choice and the bare rubber was less expensive, but the same quality, being on a fixed income, I would definitely buy it.
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I would like to see you continue to have the stamps come with the ez mount or at least have it available.( I love the remountables and their versatility.
Donna Polley
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No, I like the rubber on the ezmount
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Since money is tight, I prefer unmounted if cost difference is sufficient. I don't mind cutting bare rubber!
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I prefer inmount and uncushioed rubbger stamps. I have tousands of them to prove it. No fancy systems for me/ Tack N Peel on my mounts and I can use all my rubber without added expense and with maximum storage.
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Thanks for sharing all the behind the scene news.
The majority of my stamps are bare rubber, that is how I usually buy them, for financial and space purposes.
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I think cost would be a key factor in this decision. I have no problem buying unmounted and have several stamp sets that I have unmounted.
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I probably would buy bare rubber. I need to find a better way to store it all, but I love it.
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I prefer to have my stamps pre-mounted.
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I LOVE the EZ mount stamps. I just trim and stamp, stamp, stamp!! I do not really like having to waste precious stamping time mounting bare rubber.
I have several Nesties sets, but can always use more!!
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I'm all for bare rubber
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Personally I like the EZ mount but I have tried tack it over and over on my unmounted wheel images and it works pretty well too.
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Hi Gina. I actually have tools to do it either way. So if the rubber only stamps were available I would buy them.
Congrats to all!!
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I definitely prefer the EZ Mount stamps.
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I would love that option! Saves even more space when storing and I actually prefer just buting the rubber.
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I think I'd prefer with the EZ mount already on there, but then I've never used just bare rubber before. If it's a huge price difference, then I might be tempted to try just bare rubber. But, I would think I'd still prefer the EZ mount on there, just seems that it would give a better image.
Thanks! And congrats to all your new design team! Good luck to all!
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I would rather get them pre-mounted. I hate all the fuss of having to do that and you end up spending more in the long run if you buy the mounting supplies.
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Congratulations on your new design team additions. I am sure that they will be an asset to the group and enable us all the more. I have a couple of bare rubber stamps, but really prefer the cushioning. I like your EZ Mount option. Thanks for asking - Kristina
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I prefer the choice, and I love having the flexibility of choosing either option!
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I prefer to have the EZ Mount on mine!
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I prefer the cushion back. I have very few that are just rubber.
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I like the EZ cushion stamps - so I wouldn't need to have that option. Thanks for asking AND for the great prize!
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Congrats to all the new DT! Looks like a lot of creative and inspiring MOJO! I only have ez-mount stamps. If I have only rubber I add the ez-mount. Thanks for a chance.
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I would prefer the EZ mount cushion.
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Hi Gina,
I prefer the EZ moung cushion. I think giving people the option is very nice too. With the economy the way it is it might make your stamps affordable to more people with limited funds and everyone should be able to enjoy the wonderful stamp sets you girls come up with. Your stamps, your blog, your Stamp TV and all the wonderful girls at Gina K are all just amazing and so helpful to all of us. Keep up the good work. Thank you,
Maxine
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Bare rubber is the best buy, but I prefer the cushioned rubber. I wish there was some way to SEE the image when you're stamping with bare rubber.
Kate
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I would prefer the stamps mounted on cushion already.
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I would not buy unmounted rubber - I am very lazy and want to be able to play with my toys ASAP! In fact, I'd love if you started doing clear stamps because I love so many of your sets but just don't care for rubber so much.
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Can work with the rubber any way....cause they are great...
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I like having stamps already on the Ez mount. I have had bare rubber before and had difficulty cutting them correctly
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I like them just the way they are! No bare rubber for me. I have tried to use the Aleens tack it stuff that others recommended, but I like the EZ mount...
Diane
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My vote is to have my stamps already mounted on EZMount. To have them already cut out would be nice too. Thanks, and Congratulations to all your new design team members.
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I prefer mounted on cling as they already are. Thanks and congrats to the new Senior Team...you're all fabulous!
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I love the EZ mount - I have had other stamps without and they are a pain!! The tacky stuff never works like it says. Congrads to all the new designers! Their work is FABulous!!
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Congrats to everyone! Great additions to the team.
I love the EZ mount foam...your stamps by far give my favorite images, clear and crisp. I appreciate options and versatility, but I don't think I would order the stamps without the EZ mount if given the choice. Thanks for considering us, though!
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Congrats to the Senior Design Team!!! I prefer stamps on EZmount. Saves time and lets me get to stamping faster!
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Happy & sad to see the changes on the Design Team.
I purchased bare rubber stamps before EZmount was available and will probably continue to purchase EZmount as long as that is an option. Thanks for askiing!
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I think another option is always a good idea!
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I like the stamps with EZMount cushion.
Its save mounting time.
Great new team.....
thanks
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I'm just getting use to not having them mounted on wood blocks, so I'm not sure. I love the detail in your designs. Thanks for asking.
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YES! I would purchase without the mount in a heartbeat! 2 reasons...1 because I love unmounted stamps. I have dozens. 2 because it usually means the stamps are slightly cheaper so I can buy more stamps that way!
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No Ez mount. I use rubber only. I simply want the flattest way to store stamps/
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I do like to get my stamps with bare rubber. So much easier to store this way.
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I actually liked when the stamps came in the tins. It just worked nicely for my storage. But I am very easy going...whatever make the most sense across the board is cool!! Thanks!!
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Yes, bare rubber would be my preference to buy. I think it is great to offer choices so we can each buy what suits our needs best. Thanks for giving us the choice!
DeniseB
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Well, first of all - Congratulations ladies!! You have quite a team there Gina!!
I have never used rubber without the easy mount already attached, so I don't know if I would like it. I would probably just stick with what I know and stay with the mount attached to the rubber.
Thanks for asking! Diana
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EZ Mount is preferable. I like the plastic container that the kit comes in to store everything, and then once used up it's great for stamp storatge.
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EZ Mount attached to the stamps when I purchase them makes it easy and you are able to stamp with them immediately. No problem cutting them out and gunking up your scissors. Also I love the storage box that the kit comes in. Perfect for stamp storage after you use up all your goodies.
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Would probably not buy without the EZ cushion, but stamps cut out would be of great benefit to those of us who have arthritis and find it difficult to cut out the rubber.
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Congrats to you four ladies!! I can't wait to see what you do now!!
I do buy bare rubber stamps, but that is only to put them on the EZ mount. I don't mind assembling them myself, but I'd like to see the sheets of EZ mount sold too!
Thanks for letting us give our "humble" opinions!!
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I think it is easier when they come all ready.Thanks for this opportunity to win
Eileen
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I prefer my stamps wood mounted, so if they come with EZ mount, I run my glue over it and mount on wood blocks. I wouldn't want to have to add cushion first, so no bare rubber for me.
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I absolutely LOVE naked rubber!! It's cheaper to ship, cheaper to buy, and I usually have sheets of cling foam lying around waiting for new stamps that I have purchased from my local rubber stamping expos!
I say it's a great idea!
Anna Banana
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No, I would most likely not buy the rubber without the ezmount. Thanks for your wonderful site Gina!
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Gina, I love your stamps the "way they are". I have bare rubber and keep thinking I am going to put them oh cushion but never do. I do use bare rubber but prefer the cushioned. Your stamps are great "as is"!
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I'd most likely still purchase the stamp with the EZ Mount already attached. I generally only buy bare rubber when I have fewer choices, or due to economic reasons (sometimes there's quite a difference between wood-mounted vs EZ Mounted vs bare rubber, as we all know). I do have a lot of bare rubber stamps & the EZ Mount to attach, but I'm slow getting everything cut & put together! So those stamps aren't getting used like the rest.
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A big fat YES! I usually buy my unmounted red rubber stamps bare. If they are deeply etched I find you really don't need it.
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If I have my choice, I always buy the bare rubber. I don't like the "cushion feel" when stamping. So I put my bare stamp on a clear acrylic block and stamp away!!
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Yes, I would love that option, if it makes the stamps less expensive. Especially in these times of Economic hardship for so many people, a less expensive option would be greatly appreciated. Would also love to see more coupons for those of us who can't afford to buy your products very often. Thanks Gina for asking.
June
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Oh I would love the option of bare rubber!!! Please Please!
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if I had my druthers... I'druther have EZ mount =)
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I would not buy the bare rubber stamps. I prefer the cushioned mount. I still am old fashioned and like the wooden mount stamps, too. Also I like the idea of coupons, too. I know it's one more thing to add, but it would be so appreciated by all of us. Thanks for doing such a great job with StampTV. I love it!
Shirley L.
Roseville, CA
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Congrats sent to all your Super-Dooper Design Team, Gina!
As for EZ-mount or naked stamps. Hmmm. I use both plus wood-mount so it really doesn't matter to me. DH already thinks I'm the warehouse so I guess if I could hide more in the storage boxes naked would work for me! LOL
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I think for the minor difference in price the convenience of having them mounted on EZ Mount would be my choice. However, I have never tried stamping a bare rubber stamp...so maybe I should try it first and then have a better opinion!
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Given the option, I always choose bare rubber over ez mount. It takes up less space in my storage system, and usually costs a bit less, which means I can buy more stamps. LOL. I keep tack and peel on one side of my acrylic blocks so I can use them with bare rubber, and then flip them and use the other side for ez mounted stamps.
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Not that I mind your stamps being on EZ Mount, but given a choice I'd buy bare rubber.
Great changes to your team!! Everyone is so amazingly talented!!!
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I used to buy bare rubber, but now if there is an EZ mounted option available I will go with that. It saves time, and I don't have to worry about making a mistake in cutting. The cost differential isn't worth the extra hassle.
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I would continue to purchase already mounted on EZ mount foam, since that is what I like to use.
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Having them as a option would be great, as it may be a way to save money for those people like me, who are on a fixed income.
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I would prefer the ez-mount over bare rubber.
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I recently purchased a stamp without the cushion on it and I DON'T like it. I would much prefer to have the cushion on your stamps!
And thanks again for the opportunity to win! Your generosity goes above and beyond!
Kelly
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no interest in bare rubber here. i like it just the way it is! :o)
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I will buy the stamps without the EZ mount if I have to, but I would far rather have it done for me - in part because I never have the EZ mount here when I need it!
I'm SOOO happy to see that Lee is a part of your Sr. DT! She is one awesome lady.
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I prefer EZ Mount. Thanks for asking.
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I would definitely not be interested...
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ezmount for me. Don't like bare.
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Although I presume they could be made and sold less expensively, I LOVE the stamps the way they are and would not change a thing. They are perfect as is. That's my $.02. Thanks for asking! And thanks for the goodies!
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Since I currently have a big pile of ez mount sheets, I would be happy to buy bare rubber and mount the stamps myself.
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I like the cushioning, but I think offering the choice is a great idea.
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I have never purchased stamps without the cushion.
I don't want to have to fiddle with it, so I believe I prefer them the way they are now. Thanks for asking.
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I intensely dislike bare rubber!!!!
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Congratulations to all the ladies and whopeee for us! Why? Because we are the recipients of all their lovely work!!
As to the issue of unmounted or mounted to cling, here is my opinion. While I have bought many, many sheets of unmounted rubber and saved lots and lots of money, saddly, most of those sheets are still sheets. I have all good intentions, but work and life get in my way, so it is a pleasure when I purchase rubber stamps with the cling already mounted. Although I will purchase both and hope to eventually get the unmounted, mounted to E-Z mount.
Thanks - Elaine Allen
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I definitely prefer stamps with the EZ mount.
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Choice is always a winner and bare rubber has opened the doors for us poor folk to enjoy stamping a a level that has not been an option in the past.
Thx for asking,
~Jill
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I really like the way your stamps are right now with the EZ mount. I would be hesitant to buy bare rubber.
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I think it's a good thing to offer as many options as possible, because each person is different and likes different kinds of stamps. However, I personally will not purchase them without the cushion. I like to be able to see the details better. Thanks for the chance to win this contest.
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I would prefer the stamps with the EZ mount. I'm so excited to hear about the additions to your design team! Thanks!
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I wouldn't mind the option, if price goes down. I've heard that you can mount bare rubber onto a block, as long as you use something cushy to stamp on. I've never tried this myself but it makes sense...
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I prefer the ez mount already on the stamp. I just like the cushion it gives when stamping. Having said that I do purchase bare rubber as well, sometimes I ez mount them and sometimes I don't. But when given the choice I would buy with ez mount. Thanks for letting us add our 2 cents.
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With the EZ mount - it's much quicker and easier for me.
Can't wait to see what the new members of the team come up with.
Thanks for the contest!
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I purchase ez mount when ever available. I prefer ez mount.
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I would absolutely buy the bare rubber stamps, since they would be cheaper. Need to save all the pennies that I can!
Blessings, Pat
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I guess a choice would be nice, but not necessary! Thanks for the contest & welcome to the new gals!
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It would only sway my opinion if the bare rubber was "significantly" cheaper, as I always have EZ Mount on hand and could buy more product with the same budget.
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I would continue to purchase the sets with the EZ Mount. I am glad you are giving us a choice. I would be disappointed if you got rid of the EZ Mount.
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I would always purchase with EZ Mount when given a choice.
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EZ Mount would be a definite asset. It eliminates the extra step and the sticky mess of cutting it out. Congratulations to your new design team!
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I'd rather have it WITH. Thanks for the chance to win!
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I think I would chose to purchase the bare rubber stamps....I have some that I have adhered to the block with tape and they seem to work just fine....It of course doesn't make a difference though because if I like the stamp I will buy it no matter how it comes....LOL...
Have a wonderful day.
Thanks for all you do.
Carol W
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Congrats to the new DT! They are all amazing!! I prefer bare rubber with EZ mount unattached. I like to stamp EZ mount with the stamp image before adhereing the rubber so I don't mistakingly stamp up side down or crooked. Then I can also see the EZ mount stamped image through the CD cases. So selling just the bare rubber would be fantastic. Thanks for asking!!
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Either way would be fine as long as the quality is the same. I love your stamps. Thanks Meg
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I would continue to buy the EZ mount stamps. They do such a wonderful job. No change for me. Thanks for asking.
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Congratulations to your new Design team.
I would love to buy the bare rubber stamps, it does save money. But I do love the EZ Mount also either way is fine with me.
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In response to your "bare rubber stamps" - no, I would not buy them.
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Congrats to the new design team!!! No, I would not buy the bare rubber stamps.
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I would much prefer to have them already mounted, one less thing to do, and I am always out of the ez-mount, looks like its about half of each of what we prefer, choices are good! Congrats ladies for joining the "team", I am in awe of you all!
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Hi Gina, Congratulations to all of the new ladies on the design team - they'll be a great asset I'm sure. As for the EZ mount on the stamps - I prefer to buy stamps with no backing at all - it takes far less storage that was, and I have a semi-soft mat I stamp into that keeps everything sweet!
Thank you, Anne P.
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If I had the choice I'd always go for EZ mount - its too much hassle with bare rubber
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Hi! I have just recently had the chance to stamp with one of your stamps and LOVE THEM! YES! I would purchase the bare rubber if the price was cheaper!! Then I could buy more stamps!
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Rubber on EZ mount is my all time fav! I've tried just about everything out there, but rubber on EZ is still the best for me! I'm glad you will at least have the option. Exciting announcements for your DT, Lynn is the sweetest thing ever!!! Your whole group is amazingly talented!
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I like to purchase the stamps that are already on EZ mount but if that option is not available then I just mount them myself when I get them home.
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I prefer the EZ Mount. Thank you and am looking forward to the new designers.
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I think a choice is always a good idea, especially considering the effects of today's ecconomy. Personally, I would continue to pruchase the cling cusion.
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Personally I like them already mounted. I like for them to be ready to use. I find that when I buy just the rubber they sit around until I have time, or take time to mount them. Also, it is just another step of having to purchase the EZ mount. I find myself using the ones that are already mounted instead of the ones that I have mounted myself.
Linda D.
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If I had the choice of purchasing your stamp sets without the EZ mount cushion, would I? No, I like having the EZ Mount Cushion already on them.
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I like them already mounted with EZ mount - I hate having to do all the additional cutting.
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I love things exactly the way they are!!
Really happy the see your anouncements too! Can't wait to see what's coming up ahead. SharriC
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I love the EZ mount - don't change your stamps, I love them! Even if price was cheaper without EZ, I would have to buy it and put on the stamps. I have put all my favorite SU stamps on EZ mount--love the acrylic block for placement options....
betty in KY
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Having a choice is great! I like the mounted ones.
Hoping to win!!!
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Yes I would buy them without EZ Mount - I love to use my ATIO&O on my stamps!
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Yes, yes, yes! I love bare rubber! It's a much smaller profile for my storage system (CD cases). This system works for me, and I love it, but when you place the EZ mount rubber stamps in the CD case, you can only place stamps on one side of the case. Bare rubber allows you to place stamps on both sides of the case!
This would be a great idea! (at least for me)
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For me the decision is a financial one. Since unmounted stamps are usually less expensive I can buy some on occasion. Money is very tight and I need to be aware of every dollar spent.
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I would keep buying the stamps the way they are now. actually, I would have no idea how to use them or what to do with them if they came differently
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I like to put the rubber etched stamps on an acrylic block. Is that the easy mount?
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I might be tempted to buy with the EZ mount, but I would just put the rubber on EZ mount anyway! You do the work for me & all I have to do is trim. (BTW, I love the fact that you include the binder page with your sets...very nice touch)
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NO, I would not buy bare rubber stamps from you if I have the option of EZ mount. I only buy bare rubber if a store offers bare or wood mounts (no EZ mount). It's very seldom that I buy bare mounts, however. Thanks for asking.
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Personally I love the EZ mount and the readiness of it. Of course I once loved wood mounted. So, I guess having an option would be well worth it since we stampers are all different!
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I like them the way they are. I like that they are ready to use. Even if they wer cheaper with the EZ mount I would still buy them the way they are now. Don't change a thing about the stamp set, just add more sets for us to love.
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Welcome to the new DT! I just received my first (and definitely not my last) order of Gina K stamps, and I love the EZ Mount! If the bare rubber stamps are less $$, then is EZ Mount sold separately? People are watching budgets closely these days, so the option would be helpful to some, I'm sure!
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I love stamping with a cushion on the rubber, so I would always buy them that way. If they're only available in unmounted rubber, I would have to mount them on cushion myself, so I would prefer to buy them already mounted on the cushion and save that step so I can get to the stamping sooner.
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Gina,
First, I would like to thank you for having the forsite to ask your customers. It would be my choice to stay with the ezmount. Since you said Choice I know that means you will carry both???? The hassle of the bare rubber would discourage me from purchasing a product I've grown to love so much! I know you said choice so I'm not in PANIC mode yet
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Yup - I am always looking for a deal! The less you spend on a stamp the more you can buy!
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I prefer having my stamps mounted mounted on the EZ mount cushion but if they price is right I can mount my own and I do buy from a place where I get the rubber very cheap and buy the EZ mount cling sheets and mount them myself. So I can live with either. Love your work Gina. Thanks for all the give-a-ways. If it were not for your website I would have a clean house. Thats my story and I am sticking to it!
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I prefer to either have my stamps mounted on easy mount (or I do it myself), mounted on wood or clear stamps. I've never used bare rubber before.
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Most of my stamps are unmounted. Save a lot of space and money too!!
Giovana
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Welcome to the new design team! My vote is for the EZ mount. I don't think I would purchase bare rubber.
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I would love the option to be able to buy your stamps without the ezmount. It is very nice to have them cut and backed with the ezmount for most people. I like to stamp with out the ezmount. I use a different set up. I also like the price break for the stamps without it. Thanks for asking your customers. I would love the option.
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I prefer mounted stamps, but if given the choice I usually go with the cheaper unmounted ones so I can buy more stamps.
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I like my rubber stamps mounted on EZ Mount. However, I also like the image to be stamped on the back of the rubber, and I do this by stamping the image onto the EZ Mount with Stazon ink before sticking the EZ mount to the rubber. When the EZ Mount is already applied to the rubber, I can't do that. So, if I had a choice, the EZ mount would come with the rubber, but not be attached to it yet.
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I love the EZ mount option but would try the bare rubber also. I've only had one experience with bare rubber and it was with SU products which are deeply etched. I'm satisfied with the results of what I've seen and expect your stamps to be high quality rubber. I've unmounted my wood mount stamps to save space. And if the bare rubber was priced cheaper, that would be something to consider.
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Looks like you have a wonderful new group of ladies to work with. Congrats to all.
Boy, this was for me a hard question to answer. I love the cushion of the mounted one, and they are less work, But the unmounted are easier to store and if they are cheaper, I would go that way.
The design on the stamp and quality of material used are the most important to me.
I will say I love any stamp mounted on the reuseble acrylic blocks---cause I can see much better where I am stamping.
Thanks for letting us give you our imput.
And thanks for the chance to win a generous gift of Nestabilities----they are WONDERFUL! AND SO ARE YOU!!!!!
Blessings, Tomi Jo
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If I had a choice it would be with the ez-mount!! Thanks for all the giveaways!!
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Hi Gina, I very much like the EZ mount cushion. I very much dislike cutting them out! Thanks for caring about our opinions!...
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No! It is so much easier to plop the image onto the block for stamping....no gooy scisors, sticky stuff everywhere as you cut, not enough e-z mount for the stmap, one more thing to buy and store....no!
But thanks for asking.
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I like EZ Mount. I have some sheets of stamps that do not have EZ Mount on them and I have yet to cut into them.
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Congrats to all the ladies!!!
Given a choice, I would pick the EZ mount cushion option.
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I would say both as an option would be nice. You would then appeal to those that don't care for EZ mount. Now personally, I LOVE EZmount! So it would not make any difference to me.
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Yes, the choice would be great!!!
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I personally like the EZ Mount, but am always open to change!
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If I love the stamp, I'd buy it no matter how it's mounted
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Ohhhh I'm not a bare naked kind of girl - *tee hee* I used to use only bare stamps but I do a better job of stamping when I have cushioned stamps. I do own EZ Mount and tack-it over and over but I don't like the hassle - I like to open my stamp set - cut the one I want and start working!
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I prefer EZ mount, but love all kinds of stamps!!!
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I personally would not buy bare rubber. I just don't want to mess with putting the cushion on the stamp.
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Congrats to the new DT members. Very talented ladies indeed! I think I'd prefer the EZ Mount but a choice would be nice for those who prefer it without. Thanks for asking!
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I prefer my stamps to be EZ mounted. It would a good option for those that like only the rubber.
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I would say keep the ez mounts....it means fewer tasks to be added to my already way too long "to do" list!
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Bare rubber all the way! :o)
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I would defiantly buy the the rubber stamp without the liner. I also like using the acrylic blocks and being able to see where I am placing my images.
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HI! Congratulations to the DT members! I prefer
EZ mount. Thanks for asking and for the chance to
win a set of nesties!
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Bare naked all the way please.
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Keep the EZ mount please
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I purchased my first stamp set from you about three weeks ago. It was the first time I saw the EZ mount. I usually unmount all the rubber stamps I buy and then use Alene's tack it over and Over. I then store my stamp in CD cases along with my acrylic stamps. It same a lot of space. Although, I like the EZ mount, I think I would prefer the unmounted stamps.
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I personally like E-Z Mount.
A choice may be good for some, I would choose the E-Z mounted ones!
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I definately prefer EZ Mount...I feel I get a better image. Congrats to all the DT members!!
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Thank you so much for all you are doing for the stamping world. You are very talented and are willing to share which is so helpful. Yes, I would like the choice of plain rubber or the stamps which already have the backing. Thanks for asking.
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I prefer EZ Mount because whenever I purchase bare rubber, I end up mounting it on EZ Mount anyway. Thank you for asking for our opinion!
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Bare Rubber is fine, I actually prefer it!
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Yes, I love the naked rubber. As a matter of fact, anything I buy with the easy mount, gets unmounted as well.
Thanks for asking our opinions!
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Personally, I would NOT purchase the bare rubber. I mount all my bare rubber on easy cling and prefer to purchase it already attached to the rubber. My bare rubber does not get as much love as my cling mounter rubber, even though I always have good intentions when I buy that bare rubber!
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I prefer the EZ mount stamps
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I personally would not purchase the bare rubber. I love my stamps already mounted. Thanks for asking our opinion. It just goes to show you how much you value your customers opinions!!
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I prefer the EZ mount. Not sure if I would like the bare rubber.
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My answer is definitely....maybe! I've bought your grab bag in the past and have put some of Aleene's tack it over and over stuff on it and I LOVE IT! Less space to take up! But on the other hand....I love my tins of sets and the ease of using them right out of the box (that you shipped them in) is so enticing....so, yah...definitely maybe!
Kim Marie
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I would choose the red rubber with the cushion as I seem to get a better image with that option. I've tried some bare red rubber but didn't like the results as well.
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Bare rubber is fine with me!!
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I prefer the EZ mount,but would think about giving the bare stamps a try, if they were less expensive. Love your blog, Stamp TV, all your wonderful products, etc. Love to see what you create for us every day and get lots of inspiration from your work. Thanks Gina.
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you know...i am flexible. with cushion/without cushion. It really does not matter to me!
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Yes, bare rubber please, for me this is the most post- cost friendly option. It means I am able to purchase more stamps because the size and weight is less. But I do add the cushion when stamps arrive.
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Bare stamps would be great... I like what ever is cheapest!
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I personally LOVE EZ Mount and think that it is the only way to go. I love how you can then store your stamps in CD cases. I have converted all my stamps to this method and LOVE it. I would only want this and no bare rubber.
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No, wouldn't buy bare rubber. I love that your stamps come with ez mount.
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I prefer EZ mount, thanks.
Hugs,
Colleen
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I prefer the ez mount...
thanks!
Lori
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I would not buy plain rubber stamps, I hate having to mount them myself...Please keep the ez mount stamps. thanks
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I do like the just rubber and I have removed the cushions from many of my older stamps, so I would definitely use them. If you present them this way, I wonder if you could also offer a product to secure them inside the CD case.
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I prefer them already mounted on EZ mount foam. Saves me time.
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I've purchased stamps both ways, but I really dislike the job of mounting my own stamps. If given the option bare or EZ cushion, I'd take the EZ cushion every time.
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I like having a choice.
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I have e-z mount but really like to get them already mounted.
Linda Peterson
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I would not be interested in bare rubber, but thanks for asking us for our opinion and also for a chance to win some nesties!
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Although it's nice to have options, at this point I'd personally stick with the stamps and EZ mount cushion.
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I prefer them with the EZ mount.
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I prefer the cushion with the rubber and probably wouldn't choose that option if I had the choice. Thanks for giving us a chance to sound off though.
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I would be interested in NO cushion if I had the choice as I adhere the rubber to my 'rock-a-blocs' for easy stamping
Thank you for asking,
Trish
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I like the cost of bare rubber, but that aside I like it with the EZ mount.
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I prefer the stamps to be mounted
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Personally I prefer the stamps already mounted on ez mount cushion. I would not buy bare stamps. Hugs.
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My choice would still be the EZmount!!!
Thanks for all of the wonderful stamps.
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I have some of both and I prefer the stamps already mounted, saves time. Thanks for asking.
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A no-brainer...the cushion mount! It's so easy to use, the rubber holds its shape, easy to store, and the stamped results are wonderful. On the other hand, I have had unmounted rubber curl and not stamp exactly right.
Jan Castle
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Congratulations Ladies! You are soooo lucky to be working with Gina!
As for rubber only versus cushioned, that's a no-brainer for me. Cushion all the way! I get tired of cutting out stamps anyway, and it sure is easier cutting them from cling foam than from the sticky foam you have to apply to plain rubber yourself, which gums up your scissors constantly. I know some people just go with straight rubber, but it doesn't feel right to me. I need the cushion. To tell the truth, I'd love it if Gina K stamps came already cut out and cushioned!
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Hi Gina - No, I wouldn't choose the bare rubber. I like the stamp sets just how they come. Thanks for asking!
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EZ mount please! I know bare rubber is economical but it just doesn't do it for me. Thanks for asking us :o)
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I would like to have the option of bare rubber. Thanks for the question!
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I prefer and buy 95% of my stamps without cling vinyl cushion. Storage is better for me and I use Tack n Peel for adhering the rubber to acrylic blocks.
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I love EZ Mount. No bare rubber for me.
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Being one who has just recently started using your stamps on the EZ mount, coming from being a totally wood mounted user, I think going to bare rubber might be too much of a shock to my system...lol! I think I'd still like the cush that the EZ mount provides.
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Oh Gina, I love your stamps! I would buy them no matter how you sold them, but truthfully, I prefer the EZ mount! Congrats to your ladies! They will do an amazing job, and I can't wait to see what they design!
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It's EZ mount all the way for me. It would be like Peanut Butter without the Jelly - Just can't image Gina K stamps without EZ Mount.
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I prefer the stamps with EZ mount. They work well with acrylic blocks and don't take too much room to store. Congrats to the talented ladies added to the design team! I will look forward to great inspiration from them.
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I prefer bare rubber-less storage space and I use my acrylic blocks.
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Hi Gina!Love your sets just as they are. But I have some bare rubber stamps and like them too. So If I like the design...no matter how it is I will buy it.And use TIOO or ez-mount.Your blog and Stamp TV are the best!
Thanks!
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i actually prefer bare rubber, i can get a better impression with bare rubber and a piercing mat than i can with a cling backed stamp...besides being less expensive
thanks for the chance to win
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Bare rubber choice would be great!
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I likely would not purchase the stamps as "rubber only" but I can understand that some might want them that way. Thanks for asking and thanks for all you do! Congrats on the announcements of your fabulous team members! Jan
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Gotta love that EZ mount!
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I love ez mount and always buy my stamps that way. It allows me to use the stamp as soon as I get it
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As long as EZ mount is included, that's what I will keep buying. I already have a whole pile of um's, and not enough EZ mount to go around. Keep things as they are.
Thank you. Kathy
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I like the ones with the cushion. makes it easy to get a nice image! Thanks for asking!
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No, I would not purchase "bare rubber." That being said, I would rather have the EZ Mount separate from the rubber so I can cut the rubber with scissors and use my hot knife tool to cut out the EZ Mount. Much easier on the carpal tunnel, tennis elbow.
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If you offered a choice I would still order with the EZMount. I mount all of my stamps on EZMount, so you are saving me a step by offering it pre-mounted.
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I may still by the stamps, of course, but I like having the cushion already applied.
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I am getting more fond of naked rubber.
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Gina:
My favorite is still wood-mounted stamps for the stamps that I use most, because they are easier for me and that's what I started with over 20 years ago; however, as a second choice, I always go for EZ mount on good quality, deeply etched rubber. You can keep the clear polymer stamps for the kids to play with. It's very unfortunate that costs of production have caused some of my favorite stamp companies to lower their standard of quality by producing stamps in clear polymer instead of the reliable rubber that we "seasoned" stampers are accustomed to. With or without EZ mount, please just stick with quality rubber. The REAL stampers don't mind paying for quality! Thanks for insisting on quality that's MADE IN USA!
Darlene in Savannah
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I like buying stamps that have already been mounted. I would hate to buy a set of stamps and then discover that I didn't have enough EZMount on hand.
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Still in love with EZMount!
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Gina,
I would buy the stamps without the EZ mount foam. I actually prefer a product from Aileen's called "tack it over and over" it works great for unmounted plain rubber. If it gets old, wash the stamp and re-apply. I use a large oversized thick fun foam mat to stamp on, and get an amazing image every single time! Thanks for your great blog!
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I use a lot of "naked" rubber also. For me, it's all about storage.
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I cannot tell a lie - I'm lazy - I want my EZ mount foam. Means I can get busy playing much quicker!
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i prefer naked rubber stamps
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I would buy it either way if I liked the stamp but I think the extra cushion is nice! Thanks for the chance! Deidre
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I would like to have the option. I have purchased many more stamps, now that I know how to use unmounted rubber.
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I mount my naked rubber on EZ Mount. So I guess it would depend on how much money I'd save by purchasing it naked and mounting myself.
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Gongrats to the new Sr. DT members and to Jessica,for being the new DT Coordinator! Awesome talent! I think I prefer the EZ Mount. I've never used bare rubber myself. I find if I store my mounted stamps in the Gina K. storage binders, they don't take up much room and it is much easier to get started when they already come with the EZ Mount.
Thanks for asking, Gina!
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I like my stamps wood mounted, but I understand that unmounted stamps are better for shipping and storage. That said, I would prefer to buy them with the EZ Mount. I don't want to have to do that step myself.
Thanks for the chance to win! I never do, but appreciate the chance anyway.
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Great talent on your choices for your "right-hand people". I think I'd prefer the EZ mount-the cushion is better for me when I stamp.
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I have never used the naked rubber. I hear that many folks like it. I think it's all in what you're used to. I'm used to the cushion, and I like it.
Thanks!
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I vote for the bare rubber, esp. if it is less expensive! I don't know how you mount them yourself, but with a GinaK tutorial, I'm sure I could learn!
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No, I would not be interested in rubber without the easy mount.p.s. Congratulations Jessica
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i prefer bare rubber.
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I definitely prefer yhe EZ mount.
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I prefer the EZ mount. I love the way it cushions the stamp!!
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Even though I like lower prices I do prefer having the EZ Mount already on the stamp.
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I have both kind of stamps, the plain rubber and the cling. I prefer the cling. Kathy Ness
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If it saves me money, I would love the option to buy bare rubber!
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I prefer the easy mount cushion because it makes my stamping easier.
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Love the stamps already mounted! If they weren't already mounted, I'd have to buy ez mount and mount them myself. When I get GK stamps, I just want to get to the business of stamping.
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I prefer the already mounted option.
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Would by more stamps if bare rubber is cheaper. Like everyone I enjoy the convenience of the EZ mount. BUT would like to have more STAMPS!!
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Like so many others, I like the stamps already mounted which saves me one step. I have bought the unmounted and they sat for awhile before I got around to using them. I do like the option however when ordering.
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Cushion all the way. Bare rubber is okay and I will buy it if it's all that's available, but I would SOOOO much rather buy it with ez mount already on it.
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I think I would prefer the cling -- although I'd probably try the bare rubber, just to see if I like it. Thanks.
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Gina,
You have picked some marvelous ladies to join your team. I cannot wait to see what they create.
I just love your stamps whether they have ez cling or not.
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Gina, I would be thrilled to be able to buy your stamp sets without the ez mount. I tend to use Tack it over and over on my unmounted stamps and store them on laminated sheets in binders. They take up less room and if stamped on a stamp pad there is really no difference in the results. I am so excited that this may become an option with Gina K.
Cheers from Winnipeg!
Sunshine
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keep the ezmount for me!
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I absolutely love the rubber stamps with cling and really have no interest in bare rubber. Love your products!
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I have never used a stamp without the ezmount so I guess I would have to vote with leaving it the way it is. I love them!
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I like the EZ mount as it gives the stamps some stability when they are small. Thanks for asking!
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I wouldn't buy the stamps unmounted as my arthritis is making it harder and harder for me to mount and cut rubber. Thanks for the chance to win some Nestabilities - I've been wanting to try them for a while with my Cuttlebug.
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I'm an Australian Stamper who eagerly awaited the start of Stamp TV and have enjoyed the many new friendships made there. I enjoy the tutorials, take part in the challenges. I have some of your products, stamps and paper but not nearly as much as I would like. I love the Ez mount stamps you provide. They stamp out a design beautifully, they are easy to store making them easy to access. Now for the BUT... to buy from you I have to consider not just the exchange rate, the postage which limits me to stamps and perhaps paper only . Then on top of that the bank charges me for the privilege!!
So cost has to be a consideration too as an overseas participant. Not too sure how many Australians you have taking an active part in Stamp TV but I would suggest that this would be a factor.
I would still prefer an EZ mount stamp over a plain rubber stamp but if they stamp out as well and it meant I could buy most of the new releases I would consider them..... perhaps.
Thanks for the chance to have my say.
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I like the EZ mount stamps very much. they can be used right out of the package and don't take very much room for storage. Congrats to the talented new designers. I will look forward to being inspired by these talented ladies.
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I probably would buy the bare rubber, but if weren't offerred, I am happy to keep buying your sets on EZ Mount.
Thanks for the chance to win!
~Meredith
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I would love an option of plain rubber or EZ cling mount. I have 60+ stamp sets on wooden blocks and am currently researching option to remove from the wood to expand storage - EZ mount looks like what I will ultimatley use. Thanks
Shirley
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I love EZ mount!!!! This way I can just pull my stamps out of the box and ink them up! No fussing around with mounting them! Thanks for the chance to win and CONGRATS to the additions to your SDT!!!!
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Yes I think it's a great idea to offer both. Thanks for the chance to win.
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I have only bought bare rubber once and I put them on EZ Mount...so I vote for EZ Mount.
Charmaine
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I prefer the EZ mount option. I am sort of impatient and having to dig around for something to mount a stamp with would drive me bonkers!
I think having both options would be fine, I know there are more patient stampers than I!
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I like the stamp sets just like they come now, with the EZ mount on them. Thanks for asking our opinions!!
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Congratulations! To the new design team girls!!!
I love the stamps like they are! So I will stick with them. That would be my choice.
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I think having the choice of bare rubber or cling mount would be nice.It sure saves money
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I'd definitely buy bare rubber stamps! Thanks for asking and thank you for the great give-away. You are always so generous!
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Oh I would love being able to get the stamps unmounted as I have lots that way already. I also have unmounted lots of my wood stamps and use the tack it over and over on them. Says room and the cost is so much better usually.
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I like stamps with the ez mount already on them just the way you sell them now. I can't say that I would every buy them with out it if given the choice. Thank you, Gina you really ROCK!
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I vote for ez mount, but choice is always good!
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I would love to purchase your stamps with out the cushion. I would rather do it myself and save a bit! thanks for putting my name in the hat!
Lorene H
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I would purchase the stamps unmounted. It saves on space.
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I have stamps mounted every way possible. I must admit that EZMount is my favorite. There is nothing better for stamping then real rubber with a nice cushion. I use acrylic blocks with the EZMount stamps. I have bought unmounted stamps, but I prefer the nice cushion. Thanks for the chance to win some Nesties!
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I prefer the easy mount. I have turned all of my old stamps into easy mount, so if I get just rubber stamps, I would turn them into easy mount.
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I would like to purchase just the bare stamps because I usually slap them on an acrylic mount with a piece of double stick tape and use a mouse pad under my paper I'm stamping on for cushioning. Saves space and money!
Thanks for all your chances to win items. How generous you are!
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Congrats to all the new team members!
I would prefer the choice to buy bare rubber. For some images, like line images, I don't feel the need for ez mount even! I use tack n' peel !
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I would more then liekly only purchase the stamps with the easy mount.
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First - CONGRATS to all the new DT members!! Love seeing all the creations with GinaK stamps!!
Second - yep, the option of EZ or not is nice to have. I purchase all kinds, but there are times when I just get the rubber (easier shipping, cheaper cost, etc).
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I like having the EZmount. I don't buy bare rubber.
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I have purchased both but definitely prefer the mounted stamps. Many of my bare stamps remain that way and unused...keep the mounted ones saves us time and then we use them.
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I have some with and some without - I prefer the ez-mount, but if I could save money by buying the sheet and putting it on myself, I probably would.
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Ez-mount is the way to go.I love love it. Saves alot on storage.
Thanks for the chance to win.
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I prefer those with the ez-mount, as well...I have don't like the bare rubber.
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I would purchase without the ez mount system.
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Given the choice, I would stay with the current product, I think it is the best of both worlds (no big wood mount but still using reliable old rubber).
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I prefer the ez-mounted stamps, but the idea of choice is always appealing.
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I really haven't had the money to buy any stamps recently, but I have my eye on some of your stamps and when I am able to buy them I would like them to have the cushion attached
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I love um's with no ezmount, I don't like the stuff at all and have to remove it, I'd love to be able to buy just plain um's.
Thanks!
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I prefer stamps with the EZ mount cushion but might buy some with bare rubber if available. Having a choice is a good thing.
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Personally, I'd welcome the option of purchasing bare rubber. Especially, when on a tight budget ~ those few extra dollars of savings can add up to a bonus set
Thanks Gina.
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if the price is lower, i am in favor of bare rubber! thanks for thinking of us!
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I prefer the EZ mount. I don't want to add a mouse pad to my current tote!
With the EZ mount I can attach the image to a wooden mounted stamp when I am using several stamps on a project and don't have to change my image/block when I want to add something. (Especially nice when using a stamp positioner!)
I have used EZ mount for years and have no problems with images I purchased over 5-7 years ago. It still clings like it is brand new!
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Personally, I absolutely would not buy bare rubber stamps anymore. I bought a few of them when I first started out and hated them. Convenience wins for me. The more time I have to spend mounting stamps, the less time I get to play. EZ mount definately.
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I like the idea of being able to buy bare rubber. I buy a lot of mounted stamps, but I really like having the option of either.
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Yes, I would prefer bare rubber stamps because I am an international customer and lighter items are easier and cheaper to ship.
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Hi.
I would go for the "bare rubber" option.
/Tina F
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Ez-mount is the way to go.I love love it. Saves alot on storage.
Thanks for the chance to win.
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ez mount is the best, alot less work.
thanks for a chance at winning.
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I would stick with the EZmount myself. Thanks for asking!
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I used to purchase bare rubber when I could, but with the arthritis in my hands it is easier for me to buy stamps with cushion these days.
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Hi...ez mount is nice but I can see how bare would be cheaper yet...might sell more with a lesser price...Im still a sucker for wood mounted! ty Cher
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Congrats. to the Design team.
I prefer the EZ mount.
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Although I like the idea of plain rubber for shipping, I'm basically lazy I guess and like to have my stamps on EZmount so I can use them right away. I'm so addicted the thought of waiting to cut foam before I can use the stamp is not something I like to do. Congrats on your new team members.
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I would only buy EZ mounted stamps unless I thought I could EZ mount them myself cheaper.
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I enjoy both EZ Mount regular and also am very fond of the "thin" EZ Mount. I never leave bare rubber "bare", and always purchase/add my own EZ Mount to it, so my vote is
"No need for bare rubber".
~Bev
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I prefer either wood mount or ex mount. If it were bare rubber I would be less likely to use it or for that matter buy it.
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I prefer the EZ Mount cushion! Saves me time but is still way cheaper than a wood mount. Thanks!
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I would buy the unmounted stamp set if it was cheaper to buy and post overseas
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I would still buy the stamps with the EZ Mount cushions. They are just so much nicer to use.
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I think the option to buy them one way or the other would be nice. There's really no rhyme or reason to what I buy bare and what I buy with EZ Mount. I would assume that they would be cheaper without and that means MORE rubber coming to me. Lol
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I prefer easimount as I end up mounting mine anyway, saves me work
though purchasing full sheets might still be an option with bare rubber.
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I would still buy the EZ Mount. If you buy them bare, you still have to do something with them, the EZ Mount already being there is handy.
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Wow! So many changes at the GinaK HQ! But it sounds like you've surrounded yourself with some amazing talent! Can't wait to see what they come up with! As for the EZ mount question, I would prefer the stamps to already have the cushion attached. On the odd occasion that I've received bare rubber, they tend to languish in a drawer for quite a while until I get around to buying some EZ mount, then find the time to attach it, all before I can begin using the stamps. I MUCH prefer to have them inked up and working as soon as I take them out of the package. I'm usually too excited to do anything else! Thanks for checkin' in with us - I really feel like a valued customer!
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Congats to Jessica. Stamp choice I prefer to have the cusion already on. Very few of the bare rubber stamps that I have get used. They are great stamps, I just grab something I can use right now instead. Thanks for asking!
Melissa
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I'm not crazy about mounting my own, but I do own some and I use them---if they were cheaper I might chose that one---at this point it's a price point issue for me==
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Looks like you have a fabulous team!
I personally would NOT choose stamps without the easy mount. I don't live in an area that would allow me to easily go out and find supplies to mount my own stamps, so easy mount stamps are a lifesaver - not to mention a space saver!!
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I like my stamps ready to go.The cheaper way works for me.
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Congrats to all the new team members! I would love to have the option of buying just the bare rubber. It's not that difficult to stamp without the cushion. Since stamps are cheaper unmounted, I can buy even more...yay!!
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i would have to say i like the ez mount option...
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I would probably still buy the stamps already mounted on the EZ mount, but at times I may by unmounted. It just depends if I have any EZ mount around that I need to use up.
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I life the EZ mount already on the stamps for me - I haven't had much luck attaching my own!
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I used to be afraid to even mount rubber to wood, (a la SU's diecut rubber images) but gave plain rubber a shot, and it's really quite easy if you take the backing off the mounting paper and cut with a good sharp pair of scissors. It would probably be alot easier for shipping as well. I saw go for it !
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I actually rip the ez mount off when it arrives. I prefer the bare rubber
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I prefer to buy the stamps with ez mount already on them.
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The ez-mount is great, but I would buy the bare rubber also. Congrats to Jessica! Lynn! Cathy!
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I would prefer to have the EZ Mount option.
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Congratulations to the new Senior Design team members!!
My preference for EZ Mount versus no EZ mount would be the price point.
Thanks for asking our opinion!!
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I have tons of wood-mounted stamps and am now just starting with easy-mounted stamps and have to say that I LOVE it. I think that I would prefer to buy with the easy-mount.
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wow o wow u r maceing chanjiz left and rite and al for the betr congrats to al the nubzs bing disabled for me it iz ezr with the mount al rede thar but i get that peple wud lice them the ather wa so i wud tel u if u can du both go for it if not listin to wat yor custormores want wud i stop shoping here no wa i wil just have to figur a wa to mace it wurc have a gr8 da and thanxs for ascing us how we fel abowt this
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I like using the easy mount rather than the bare rubber... I just purchased a couple "bare rubber" stamps and am not sure yet if I like them or nnot ... and prob. won't opurchase them again! I guess that means I don't like them doesn;t it?
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I would prefer the EZ mount, I love that it is already done and ready to stamp. Love Stamp TV!
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I like the ez mount. Thanks for always being so generous!
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I do prefer polymer stamps these days but sometimes use rubber. I think I might purchase unmounted rubber easier than mounted one, but that's just because I have a load of cushion that needs to be used up!
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I prefer the ez mount to bare rubber. I'm not sure why, when I like bare acrylic stamps. Go figure! Keep up the good work and I approve most heartily your new GinaK helpers!
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I'm probably the last to respond and don't stand much of a chance of being the winner, but I did want to let you know that I, too, prefer the ez mount to bare rubber.
Thanks for asking. Blessings,
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I prefer the ez mount to bare rubber, but also love the bare acrylic stamps. I find these to be the easist for me to use. Great new talented designers that you have added. Can't wait to see their creations.
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Have to tell you that while I enjoy the many benefits of your talents, the ONLY stamps I use (and therefore buy) are wood mounts. I don't want to do anything but pick a stamp up, ink it and stamp. No acrylic blocks, no fiddlin'...
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Easy mount, please, saves so much trouble and time. Thanks Gina for all these great tutorials.
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I like using unmounted stamps I have very few mounted stamps
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I prefer the unmounted stamps, but I buy whatever I find that I love.
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I am not fond of naked rubber. I never use them because it is too hard to keep track of them.
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I like the stamps with the EZ mount already on them; just one less step for me and I don't have to stock up on sheets of EZ mount...and I can get to stamping quicker!
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I would buy it already mounted.
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I would prefer stamps with EZ mount, but that's only because I have never purchased bare rubber. Maybe offering the choice would be best. I love your blog and Stamp TV !!!
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I love the EZ mount! I have purchased bare rubber and I always end up mounting it on EZ mount anyway so having it already mounted and trimmed is a HUGE timesaver! ~chris
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I prefer the bare rubber, that way I can mount how I want.
Thank you
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For me it is a matter of cost. I usually buy bare rubber if I can save money. I love using my hot knife to cut the foam after I have mounted the cut out rubber onto it. If I was able to get the cling foam at a good price then I would opt for bare rubber.
thanks much
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Gina,
I prefer my stamps to be ready to use, however, if the cost would be less I might think about buying bare.
Have a beautiful day!
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I would still buy the EZ Mount. It makes life so much easier to have it already done.
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I prefer bare rubber.
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Assuming that it would be a cheaper option, YES! Truthfully I don't have very many unmounted stamps (yet!) but I do have some plain rubber and have no problem with them! THANKS!
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I prefer bare rubber. I have so many stamps it makes it easier for storing (takes up less room. I just paint a thin coat of Aileen's Tack it Over and Over, let it dry and then you can use your stamp over and over again without having to use tape on your acrylic blocks.
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Oh pppllleeaaasseee offer bare rubber!!! I MUCH prefer to buy bare rubber. (Plus it saves some money!) I use Aileen's Tack it Over and Over to solve the mounting issue. Saves room and I store my bare rubber on page protectors.
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I would be interested in the bare rubber stamps if it would reduce the cost of the sets. I am limited on how much I can spend and would like to be able to but more stamps. Also it helps my storage problem.
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I love the Gina K stamps just the way they are!
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No, I wouldn't purchase stamps sans ez-mount b/c that would just mean that I'd have to go find my own! Thanks for asking though!
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Gina,
I prefer naked rubber. As many have stated it is easy to store. I store my zillions and counting LOL stamps in hubless video cases. I then use poster tape to attach to my acrylic blocks. When they get dirty, just toss em in a bowl and clean whenever. No muss or fuss and you can use a piece of tape many times before replacing.
Creatively....
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I love the Gina K stamps as they are. I prefer to get it EZ Mounted as it saves some time and energy to mount them. the only thing I can think of that you did not even ask for is that if you have them pre cut, it might be easier..lol...
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I have recently unmounted all my wood stamps and put them onto ez mount. I love this system. I have over 200 stamp sets and the space saving advantages of the ez mount system are a must. If you did offer plain red rubber, I'd still mount them on the ez mount cushion. I prefer red rubber for the crispness of the inked image....hands down, anytime over acrylic stamps. I hope that answers the question. Thanx Gina for a chance to win a prize!
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No I would not prefer to buy naked rubber, because then I have to go buy the EZ Mount anyways. Please keep your stamps on EZ Mount. I would really like to keep my stamps ready to use as much as possible.
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I currently have no interest in bare rubber stamps. Thanks for the chance to win!
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I prefer the stamps with EZ mount.
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Congrats to all the new designers!! And as for your question: I'd go for the EZ mount choice. Thanks!
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I prefer the EZ mount type so wouldn't have to go buy mount. Thanks for the chance to win.
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I've never used bare rubber stamps, I'm a clear stamp kinda girl...
would love to try them, though! Love all of your designs!
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I would definitely KEEP the ez mount - love it as long as I don't have to add it to the stamps - if it's already on, it's a BIG PLUS to me!
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I would only order the EZ Mount... I don't really have the time to cut and mount my own .
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I definitely prefer bare rubber!
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I would prefer EZ mount
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I like the EZ mount cushion on my stamps. I have unmounted all of my stamps off of the wood and the ones that I could remove the sticky cushion I replaced with EZ mount.
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I personally prefer the EZ mount cushion, but there is a possibility that I would buy "bare rubber" ... so not a definitive yes or no from me, lol.
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I pefer th E-Z mount. Makes life easier for me.
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I would like to have the option to purchase either way.
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Ilike my stamps mounted on E-Z mount.
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I almost always buy bare rubber when given the choice. I use Aylene's Tack It Over & Over, and store them on transparencies.
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I do like the E-Z mount but a choice is always good.
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I like the EZ mounted stamps but bare rubber is good economically.. And these days I do need to budget where and when I can...
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I think I would opt to go the less expensive route of bare rubber at this time
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Wowzer! What great additions to your team Gina. I honestly think that you have the best design team in the business. Congratulations ladies.
As for me......I prefer getting the stamps on the EZ mount.
Mary
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I like your ez mount stamps but I might purchase the plain rubber ones since I have some cling foam I could use.
Robbie
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Personally I like the EZ mount. I don't get the whole bare rubber thing. I don't even know how you stamp using bare rubber so definitely wouldn't buy it. It would be nice for the people who like it to have the option.
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I prefer the EZ mount because I don't have to do anything for it to stick to my block. Bare rubber would need some sort of modification. Thanks for the chance to win some Nesties!
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Hi Gina, I prefer EZMount. but if I can save some money and still get the stamps that I want I guess I would take the bare rubber
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i still like the ez mount....just seems like a better impression when you have a lot of details
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I would like to purchase the stamps as plain rubber. I have been removing some of my older sets and putting them on cling foam. It's easy to do.
Thanks for asking
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I would definitely appreciate the choice of unmounted without cushion. I like the versatility and it may be more economical.
Diane
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I would prefer the EZ mount!
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I would probably still use the EZ mount.
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I did expect most folks to prefer EZ mount (and I do too) but bare rubber could be used with a cushion for the same effect perhaps? and easier to store, easier to mail, maybe I would try it....esp. if it could be cheaper.
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I prefer the EZ Mount, but that's just what I'm used to. Thanks for always asking our opinion!!
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I'd love to have an alternative. If without-EZ mount is more cost effective, I will go for it
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Yes- I would probably use it as it would be cheaper and it's nice to have another choice.
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If the choice was clear vs cling mount I'd probably take clear, but I'd much prefer cling mount over bare rubber.
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I like the cling mount option. I love the that I don't have to do it myself!
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I would still buy the ones mounted with the EZ Mount. I love that I dont have to do that extra step
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I have both. I think I prefer them on the EZ Mount, but can do either way.
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I have been buying some bare rubber and mounting it myself for a couple years now. As space disappears, I have been thinking about going bare rubber from now on, but haven't fully decided. Having both options would be fabulous!
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I can't believe how many people would actually buy the stamps without the EZ mount. I personally love the fact that your stamps come with the EZ mount, so I don't have to mount them myself.
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Congrats to the new Dt members! Yay! They sure deserve the spot!
As for your question, I like my stamps on EZ mounts and have never used bare rubber stamps.
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The convenience of the EZ mount already being on the stamp is great and that would be my preferred way.
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Congrats to all the new DT members etc...
As for the question.... i like mounted ones. with the ones that I don't have mounted i'm forever looking for something to put them on.
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It is always nice to have a choice I guess, but I would not purchase stamps without it. Why mess with perfection????
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I like either one, but if unmounted less costly that's what I go for. I don't find a lot of differencde in the stamping, and the space saving part is nice. God bless.
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I like the EZ mount already on the stamp. I also like the ones that scored around and all you do is push them out.
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Congrats to all of the new additons/promotions. What a fun and exciting time. I would definitely buy the stamps without the EX Mount to save on money. With this economy, every little bit helps and I just can't resist new rubber every now and again! lol
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I really like that the stamps are already mounted on foam, so I have no interest in bare rubber at this time. Thanks for asking.
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Having a choice is nice but I prefer to buy the stamps mounted on the foam.
Congrats to the new team!
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EZ mount fan here. I find I use my new stamps sooner than when they come on EZ mount. Thanks for all the info you provide and your concern about what your customers would like.
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I love the ez mount, I would add that if bare rubber was more cost effective for me.
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I prefer them already mounted, I appreciate that you value our opinions. Keep up the great work!!!!
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I love the way you mount your stamps now, but would definitely LOVE to have the option of buying them unmounted. I find them easier to store without the EZ Mount, which means I can BUY more Gina K stamps to fit in my stamp space!
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I prefer unmounted do to they take up less space but i love all Gina k Stamps
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I prefer with the cushion! Ready to stamp.
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I have a ton of both. I get out my foam pad if I am not using cushion but seem to get a better look with the cushion because I tend to forget the foam piece half the time. So my choice would be for cushion still.
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I prefer them with EZ mount. Bare rubber doesn't really appeal to me.
JoAnne
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Hi Gina,
Up until 3 months ago I only purchased wood mounted stamps. Then I was given an acrylic stamp set by a friend and needed a block. Since then I have purchased many, many stamps and stamp sets that are not wood mounted. I quickly learned how great the EZ mount is and would definitely say my choice would be to have the EZ mount on the stamps when I purchase them.
Thanks for the question Gina. Have a great weekend.
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I would probably prefer them without e-z mount. since your stamps are so deeply etched I don't think there would be a problem stamping without it.
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I love not having to bother with putting a backing on the rubber ....keep it like it is ....please! DD
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Whenever I purchase rubber without the EZ mount, I add it myself. I would hate for it to go away!
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Hi I like it with the ez mount already on there but yes I would but the big thing would be the price different. Thanks Gloria M.
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I prefer the ez mount cusion. I have purchased just rubber and then put them on the ez mount. It's just a lot nicer to have it already done for me. Thank you so much for doing that for us.
Congratulations to the new gals!
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Prefer the EZ mount.
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Not a big fan of red rubber. And with the bad economy and tight budget, it'll be really hard to justify and buy stamps that you'd need to purchase and extra EZ mount to be able to use. That's just my personal opinion.
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Hi Gina,
yes I would by the bare rubber and mount them myself if there is a price diffrence. I do that now with companies that offer the option. My stamping budget goes further and I can buy more stamps!
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Yes I would like to have the option of no E-Z mount.Nice change if you want to mount a different way. Thank you for asking us.
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I guess it would be nice for some people to have a choice, but i like them just as they are!
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I like the way GinaK stamps come already on a sheet mounted,it saves me lots of time.I do understand the price issue though for some people (includng me at times)... so I think offering both would be a great idea.
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I love the EZ Mount and would probably stick with that (no pun intended).
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No, I don't think so. I like having the EZ mount already on the stamps.
Carole
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I would prefer the bare rubber.
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I wouldn't want to change from the EZ mount stamps. EZ mount stamps save so much time and I can start stamping my cards a lot sooner! Thanks for asking, Gina.
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I like the convenience of easy mount
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I'm new to stamping, but think the idea of offering both mounted and unmounted is a great one. BTW, I'm already hooked!
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I must say I prefer the EZ mount. They are easier to use. Thanks for not changing.
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EZ Mount and clear stamps are the way to go. I have no more room for wood! So I don't think EZ Mount will ever go away. Yes, the ease of the clear stamps is wonderful, but it has never controlled my decision for stamp choices.
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Bare rubber - saving time is my choice.
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I do not like bare rubber...never will. too hard to seat.
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