Using wax stamps as seals is a tradition as old as time. However, in today’s world we rarely pen letters to one another, so wax seals often find themselves stashed away. Using a wax seal in your artwork is not only a wonderful dimensional element but also unique and handy: You might find yourself frustrated by a corner of old paper that just won’t lie down. Using a wax seal is the perfect solution when faced with such challenges.
Light the end of a wax stick. Hold the stick at an angle so the wax can pool.
Place a metal stamp into the wax and allow the wax to cool.
Lift the stamp from the wax.
When pooling wax, allow the flame to move into the wax. This will allow little speckles of the wick to fall into the wax, creating depth and dimension.