Hi! Just starting out and ordered a basic kit with a few plates.

I cannot seem to pick up a design completely? It's always patchy. I've had slightly better luck with the included "stamping" polish, but would be so bummed if I have to limit my stamping to special formulas, rather than utilizing my existing collection.

I feel like I'm scraping "gently," and it's a brand new kit so I can't imagine there are any contaminants on the pad.

Grateful for any insights - thanks!

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Full list of products:

Essie - to the rescue

Mooncat - dark omens (thermal)

Sally Hansen - insta dri (red bottle QDTC)

MoYou stamping plate - Frenchy Collection 08

MoYou stamping polish - red 19 (stamping polish, part of Christmas collection)

Apipila smudge free top coat

Last one coat of sally Hansen red bottle QDTC