Press stamp straight down onto pad lightly, with just enough pressure to transfer ink to raised stamp image. Do not press deep into pad. Pressing too deeply or using a rocking or rolling motion will ink the non-image area. Lift stamp straight up.

For the best crisp impression, transfer ink from stamp to paper or other surface using light pressure by stamping straight down and straight up without rolling or rocking the stamp.

Re-ink pad as needed to produce solid impressions and keep lid closed when not in use.