Best Wishes for 2026 and Save on Popular Square Logo Stamps!
As we welcome 2026, the team at Self-Inking Stamps Limited is back from the holiday break and already working at full capacity. January has started strongly so order Square Logo Stamps today! We process a high volume of online orders dispatched daily across New Zealand.
Due to this seasonal surge, there may be a short delay of one to two days in shipping this week. We expect to return to our standard three-business-day delivery timeframe by Monday. As always, we appreciate your patience and continued support.
Congratulations to Kez and Ethyl!
Last month stamp design winner goes to Kez and Ethyl. It is a real little cracker. Its a smaller stamp at around 30 mm in size. It beat out some fancier ones but this one is easy on the eye and importantly the text is readable when stamped. This custom rubber stamp used the Shiny S530 body.
Custom Made Logo Stamp Shiny S530 32x32mm
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From all of us at Self-Inking Stamps Ltd., thank you again!
If you have any questions, call us or simply reply to this email. We’d also love ideas for blog topics about rubber stamps, laser engraving or cutting.
Best regards,
The Team at Self-Inking Stamps Ltd.
Special Offer
Save 15% on our popular Square Body Stamps — use coupon code SquareStamp at checkout.
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Important Reminder: Check Your Date Rubber Stamps for 2026
Before the year gets too busy, please take a moment to check your existing date stamps. Ensure that 2026 is available on the year band. Many businesses discover too late that their current stamp has reached its final year.
Trodat Date Stamp Update: Replacement Bands Discontinued
Historically, we offered a straightforward and environmentally responsible solution for extending the life of Trodat date stamps: customers could send in their stamp, and we would install a replacement date band, adding up to another ten years of use.
Unfortunately, Trodat has discontinued the supply of replacement bands. This decision effectively forces full stamp replacement once the year band expires—an outcome we believe runs counter to sustainable manufacturing principles. Replacing a small internal component is far more eco-friendly than discarding an entire stamp body.
We are actively investigating alternative recycling pathways for both plastic stamp housings and used ink pads. If you are aware of suitable recycling solutions in New Zealand, we would welcome your input.
New Date Stamps for 2026: Fast, Reliable Supply
With replacement bands no longer available, businesses whose Trodat stamps have reached their final year will need to purchase a new date stamp. The good news is that we stock a comprehensive range of date stamps suitable for virtually every industry, with most models available for dispatch within two working days.
What Type of Business Date Stamp Do You Need?
Choosing the right date stamp depends on how it will be used in your workflow. We offer five main categories of date stamps:
1. Date Stamps
A clean, simple format displaying only the date (for example, 25 DEC 2026). These are available in multiple character heights, commonly 3 mm, 3.8 mm, and 4 mm, depending on the model.
Popular date stamp models in this category include:
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For higher-volume or industrial use, the Trodat Professional 5030 remains a robust, heavy-duty option.
2. Date Stamps with a Text Line
These stamps include a short custom text line above or beside the date. They are ideal for basic operational labelling where limited additional information is required. Have a look here https://www.selfinkingstamps.co.nz/dater-stamps-nz/
3. Best Before Date Stamps
A dedicated model designed specifically for food production, manufacturing, and packaging environments. The Trodat 4850 Dater offers a fixed text row above the date, making it an excellent “Best Before” solution. The stamped impression is compact (approximately 20 × 11 mm), yet highly legible.
4. Customisable Date Stamps
These stamps place the date centrally, with space above and below for custom text, borders, or simple graphics. The layout allows easy adjustment of the date bands without interfering with the surrounding design. Side space is limited, but borders or single characters may fit depending on the design. Have a look here https://www.selfinkingstamps.co.nz/dater-stamps-nz/
5. Large and Wide Date Stamps
Larger formats provide significantly more flexibility. These stamps can accommodate multiple lines of text, addresses, checkboxes, and—in some cases—small logos positioned alongside the date. They are especially popular with pharmacies, laboratories, and compliance-driven industries.
When incorporating logos, we recommend keeping designs bold and uncomplicated. Very fine lines or small text may lose clarity when reduced to stamp size. If you require dual-date functionality, suitable models are also available within this category. Have a look here https://www.selfinkingstamps.co.nz/dater-stamps-nz/
Please note: the position and font style of the date itself cannot be altered, as these are fixed by the manufacturer.
Typical Custom Date Stamp Designs and Turnaround Times
Over the years, we have produced custom date stamps featuring:
- Checkboxes, tick boxes, and circular markers
- Personal signatures
- Grid lines and structured forms
- Logos and line-art illustrations
- Business names, addresses, and contact details
- Multi-colour impressions
- Fully changeable DIY or TYPO-style dater stamps
Our in-house design team works efficiently:
- Design proofs or revisions are typically completed within one business day
- Manufacturing generally takes less than one day
- Delivery is usually the next business day after payment, depending on complexity
In most cases, customers receive their custom date stamp within three business days, and often sooner outside peak periods.
We Can Help Design the Perfect Date Stamp for 2026
If you are unsure whether your idea will work as a stamp, we encourage you to ask. Our team regularly advises on layout, sizing, and practicality to ensure the final product performs reliably in daily business use.
You can browse our full range of date stamps online, or contact us directly with a description of your requirements. It is highly likely we can create a tailored solution for your business.
Get Ready for 2026 with Confidence
Prepare your business for the year ahead with a reliable, professionally made date stamp. Contact our rubber stamp design team today, and we will guide you through the process from concept to delivery, efficiently, accurately, and with minimal disruption to your operations.
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Corporate Gifts and Laser Engraving
Looking for Christmas gifts with your business logo or a personalised message for 2026? Trent Wadham, our expert laser engraver, produces high-quality engraving on signage, promotional items, awards and bespoke gifts such as cheese boards, wine glasses and bottles.
Find out more about our engraving and laser-cut stencil options.
Save Money by Ordering in Bulk!
Discounted self-inking stamps are here to stay when you order in bulk. Discounted stamp orders are a regular occurrence here at Self-Inking Stamps. Curious about what qualifies as a bulk order? It all starts with just two stamps, and any two!
10% discount when you buy 2 or more stamps.
Self-Inking Stamps Ltd can provide bulk order discounts. When your add two or more self-inking stamps to your order, you will get a 10% discount. Contact us for larger orders for even greater discounts. Any combination of rubber stamp can qualify. Also each stamp can have a different image. Contact our team for more Information.
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Marie Roberts – 5 star review
This is a brilliant company with fabulous customer service. I ordered stamps for my law practice at 230 pm on a Monday afternoon, they were shipped within an hour and arrived the next day to a rural regional address. Fabulously fast, great communication and the product was reasonably priced and in perfect order. Impressed and highly recommend.
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Nick Lassally – 5 star review
Wow what a great company. The whole process of getting a special stamp made couldn’t have been easier. Super happy with the end product and the speed with which it arrived to our rural location was very impressive. I can’t recommend self-inking stamps highly enough!
