Welcome to the Self-Inking Stamps Blog and Articles by Trent Wadham.

Custom Trophy Plates Personalised Recognition That Makes a Statement

August 1, 2025 by Trent

Learn about Custom Trophy Plates and how to order from Self-Inking Stamps Ltd. We believe that every award should reflect the significance of the achievement it celebrates. Whether it’s a school sports day in Whangārei, a corporate milestone in Wellington, or a community recognition in Invercargill, our custom-made trophy plates are designed to honour excellence with style and precision. What is a Custom Trophy Plate? A trophy plate is […]

The Best Rubber Stamps for Kids Clothing: Durable, Fast, and Mess-Free

July 22, 2025 by Trent

Discover the best rubber stamps for kids clothing. Save time and avoid lost items with custom and DIY clothing rubber stamps custom-made for busy families. Say Goodbye to Lost Clothing: The Easy Way to Label Kids Clothes If you’re a busy parent juggling laundry, school drop-offs, and endless extracurriculars, you know how frustrating it is when clothing items mysteriously vanish. Whether it’s a school jumper, […]

We’ve Moved! Welcome to Our New Home Office at Baylys Beach

June 27, 2025 by Trent

After 13 wonderful years in Huapai, Auckland, Self-Inking Stamps Limited has relocated to 253 Rehutai Road, Baylys Beach, Dargaville. We’re excited to share this next chapter of our journey with you, and yes, we’re still making stamps and engraving full-time sending your orders Monday to Friday! For July Get 15% OFF Popular Loyalty Stamps! Website coupon code: LOYALTY (while stocks last and does not combine […]

Self-Inking Stamps Ltd has moved to Dargaville and 15% OFF Sale!

June 2, 2025 by Trent

Our Self-Inking Stamps business has been based in Huapai, Auckland since 2013. However, with the ongoing growth of our laser engraving and cutting services, we’ve outgrown our current space. After several years of planning, the time has come, and we are now located near Dargaville in Northland! Self-Inking Stamps Dargaville Office Move Update. We understand this is a big change for our local customers who […]

The Trodat 4926 75x38mm is the Best Custom Rubber Stamp

May 30, 2025 by Trent

The Trodat 4926 75x38mm is the ideal rubber stamp for your business. In today’s fast-paced business environment, printing costs and efficiency are key. Whether you are stamping your business logo on paper bags, parcels, branding invoices, or marking paperwork, you will need a reliable custom-made rubber stamp. The Trodat 4926 75x38mm self-inking rubber stamp stands out as a favourite among New Zealand businesses for its […]

Self-Inking Stamps Office is Relocating to Northland

May 6, 2025 by Trent

Self-Inking Stamps office has been based in Auckland since 2013. However, with the ongoing growth of our laser engraving and cutting services, we’ve outgrown our current space. After several years of planning, the time has come, so we are relocating! Owners Trent and Antoinette have found a fantastic new location where they’ll not only continue running their rubber stamp and engraving business but also embrace […]

Tracey wins best design and save 10% OFF DIY Stamps!

May 3, 2025 by Trent

Last month’s stamp design winner was Tracey, who we helped create a design to celebrate her family’s homemade outdoor pizza oven. Tracey shared a wonderful story about what she wanted on her DIY rubber stamp. So we worked together, using a mix of AI tools and how she wanted to bring her vision to life. The result? A bold, custom-made rubber stamp designed to mark […]

Exploring The Benefits Of Alternative Rubber Stamp Ink Colours

May 1, 2025 by Trent

Learn about alternative rubber stamp ink colours. Rubber stamps are a versatile tool used in various settings, from offices to creative projects. Yes, rubber stamps have been used as the medium to create art pieces. Check out the work of Jarek Polanski and his creative use of rubber stamps. While the standard ink colours, black, blue, red, green, and purple, are commonly available, using rubber […]

Terry wins best design and save 15% OFF Logo Stamps!

March 31, 2025 by Trent

For March we had to choose Terry for his business stamp. This is a medical specialists stamp to indicate where issues could be for patients. This design really stood out for us and yes red helps too. Such an unusual image of the human body. Cool and weird at the same time. And very helpful for a medical business. It went on a nice big […]

Laser Engraved Signage: The Ultimate Guide for Business Owners

March 27, 2025 by Trent

Learn about laser engraved signage. In today’s competitive market, establishing a distinctive brand identity is crucial for business success. One effective way to achieve this is through laser engraved signage. Which offers precision, durability, and a professional aesthetic. This comprehensive guide explores the benefits of laser engraving for business signage, suitable materials, design considerations, and practical steps for implementing laser-engraved signs in your business. Understanding […]

Katie wins best rubber stamp design and save 15% OFF Ink Pads!

February 27, 2025 by Trent

The “Stamp of the Month” award goes to Katie! This is her second custom-made rubber stamp, and this design really caught our attention from our February orders. While not a large stamp, it stands out beautifully. We used a custom hand stamp for this design, showcasing the versatility of smaller logos, like this 50mm-wide example, right through to much larger stamps. Our latest Blog posts […]

Highlighting the versatility of the largest everyday self-inking stamp.

February 27, 2025 by Trent

In this blog post we will focus on the largest everyday stamps. Self-Inking Rubber Stamps are quick and efficient at marking documents, promotional materials, products, and packaging. These particular stamps are in the range around 75 x 38mm in size. There are three stamps in our stock at or near this size from the three leading manufacturers of rubber stamps worldwide. The Trodat 4926 75 […]

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