Wax seals have been around since 3300BCE. Originally they were made from clay with the household ring pressed into the clay. Rings would often bear a family crest and since clay is a moldable material, imprinting the ring into the clay was a quick and cost-effective way of sealing documents.
Seals became popular among the ruling classes as a way of officiating their important letters/documents. It gave them the stamp of approval (yes that's where the saying comes from!) they needed to be regarded with respect. The wax seals we know today became popular in the Middle Ages but are now much more accessible to people of all backgrounds and classes.
Modern wax seals are often associated with weddings. It became popular to add them to Save the Dates and invites but they're much more versatile than you may think! Their association with royalty and magic makes them a beautiful addition to journals, letters, scrapbooks and much more.
You can buy wax stampers and wax stamp heads from places such as Amazon and Etsy. Sometimes they're even included in stationary subscription boxes but if you're new to the world of wax seals then we'd recommend buying a kit.
Wax seal kits come in a huge range of styles and price points. There's cheaper kits that include just essentials and there's more luxurious kits that come with ornate tools, many wax colours and small burners.
No matter your budget we guarantee there's a wax seal kit out there for you. To help you find your perfect kit we've rounded up over 20 different sets for you to choose from.
Have a browse and pick up the wax seal kit that takes your fancy.
Our top wax seal kit picks
- Best for beginners: Celestial wax seal kit
- Best value for money: ROXOCH wax seal kit
- Best luxury kit: Steampunk wax seal kit
Test out your new wax seal kit with some handmade letter-writing equipment. We show you how to make paper and how to make an envelope so you can craft your very own stationery collection.
2024's best wax seal kits
1. PUQU wax seal kit
- Pros: Printed wax, everything you need included
- Cons: Only one stamp head
This regal stamp kit is perfect for beginners. All the essentials are included; stamper, wax, candles and spoon. We love that it comes with three classic wax colours and is all packaged in a neat box.
There's a kit for every letter of the alphabet so select the kit with the stamp head relating to your name or family name. We love the simplicity of the stamp heads because it gives the kit great versatility compared to a specific wedding, anniversary, or crest design.
Personalise letters, diaries, invites and much more with your initials to add a beautiful extra touch.
2. Pastel wax seal kits
- Pros: Pretty wax and stamp handle colours, unique stamp heads
- Cons: More expensive, only one stamp head included
For fans of bullet journalling and aesthetic stationery, this is the wax seal kit for you. This pretty pastel kit includes everything you need and gorgeous pastel-coloured wax. The stamp head designs are fairy tale-themed and unique to this Etsy store.
Choose between six different designs based on Alice in Wonderland and The Little Prince.
3. Magic symbols wax seal stamp kit
- Pros: Affordable, magical packaging, colourful wax
- Cons: No candles included
This stunning wax seal kit would make a magic gift. The design is truly magical and you'll able to seal your letters with a touch of sparkle.
4. Customisable wax stamp kit
- Pros: Completely customisable, options for a burner
- Cons: More expensive
This wax seal kit is ideal for those of you wanting to completely customize your kit. There is the option to include a mini burning stove in your kit which makes it much safer for burning wax.
You can also choose a custom stamp head, stamp handle and wax colours.
If you pick up one of these wax seal kits then make sure you also check out our round-up of the best scrapbooking kits.
5. Mogoko Wax Seal Stamp Kit
- Pros: Shaped wax, pretty stamp head design, everything you need included
- Cons: Only suitable for weddings
How cute are these mini wax stars? They make the wax seal process even more special. We love this all in one kit and think it's perfect for those of you sending wedding invites or save the dates.
If the wedding design is too specific for you don't worry. Mogoko sells six different kits all with different stamp heads. They all come with star wax but the stamp heads range from a Merry Christmas message to a heart design.
6. Wedding wax seal kit
- Pros: Ideal for weddings, customisable, different price points
- Cons: Will take 12-16 days to arrive if you're in the UK
Highly customisable and in beautiful packaging, this wax seal kit is perfect for brides and grooms to be. You can choose the colour and amount of wax, whether you want a burner stove and even choose your custom logo.
There's also the option to send in your design and Fabric World Angel will turn it into a stamp head. For more wedding-related projects head over to our DIY wedding craft ideas.
7. Tree of Life wax kit
- Pros: Vintage packaging, unique stamp head design, three different wax colours
- Cons: Only one stamp head design per box
Celebrate nature with these gorgeous wax seal kits. There's three different kits all featuring different stamp heads. There's a tree of life stamp head, a rose stamp head and a mountain stamp head kit all with three different wax colours inside. We think these designs would look amazing in a DIY scrapbook album.
8. Miniature wax seal kit
- Pros: Pocket-sized, pretty floral stamp head
- Cons: You'll need to buy candles and a spoon, not suitable for beginners
LA Hay Treasures have created this amazing baby pink wax seal kit. It comes with two wax sticks and a floral stamp head/stamper. We love how this kit is pocket-sized and we think it would be a brilliant stocking filler for stationary enthusiats.
However, we wouldn't recommend this kit for beginners as wax sticks can be tricker to melt than wax pellets.
9. Christmas wax seal kit
- Pros: Beautiful wooden stamper, six festive designs, gold pen for extra sparkle
- Cons: No candles or spoon included, only festive designs
Give your DIY Christmas cards an extra pazazz with this fun and festive wax seal kit.
It comes with red wax which is ideal for the Christmas period and six different Christmassy designs. There's everything from festive bells to a Merry Christmas phrase. They'd look great on gift tags, Christmas Eve boxes or even some DIY Christmas jars.
10. Live Life and World wax seal kit
- Pros: Pretty packaging, matching equipment, customisable
- Cons: Expensive
We absolutely love the packaging and aesthetic of this wax seal kit. The packaging matches the wax, stamp handle and spoon handle. If the dark blue isn't for you don't worry. There's over 25 wax colours and 36 stamp head designs to choose from.
11. Steampunk wax seal kit
- Pros: Ornate tools, artistic decoration, added bonus of quill pen and ink!
- Cons: Limited amount of wax included
We've found the ultimate kit for artistic stationery lovers. Decorated with gold steampunk bolts, this kit includes everything you need to write beautiful letters. There's a letter opener, lacquer pen, calligraphy pen and accessories plus everything you need to start making wax seals.
Not only do the pieces look incredible but you'll fall in love with letter writing after using these tools.
12. Celestial wax seal kit
- Pros: Celestial themed, beautiful packaging, includes instructions, added bonus of a scrapbook and journal essentials
- Cons: On the more expensive side of kits
This is one of our favourite wax seal kits in this round-up. Not only does it include a gorgeous moon stamp head and all the wax seal essentials, but it also comes with a matching journal.
There's celestial papers, washi tape and even some pre-made wax seals for you to decorate with. It's an all-encompassing kit and ideal for beginners as it comes with wax seal instructions.
13. Tree of Life wax seal kit
- Pros: Affordable, three wax colours included
- Cons: Small amount of wax
This nifty little kit is perfect for crafters wanting to add wax to their designs. It comes with a tree of life stamp head, a stamper and three different colours of wax. Wax seals add a fabulous dimension to your cards.
14. Classic wax seal kit
- Pros: All materials and tools including candle
- Cons: Stamp head not customisable
We love that Notooto has included every tool you could ever need in their kit. There's a burner, two wax colours, a stamper, a spoon and candles. The stamp set is ideal for embellishing cards, wedding invites, or scrapbooking.
15. Large wax seal kit
- Pros: Huge selection of wax colours, plastic tray for organising wax
- Cons: No choice of stamp heads
Jaragar has created a kit that includes everything you could ever need. It comes with metallic pens, a burner, candles and 10 envelopes. Plus with 600 pieces wax pellets in 24 different colours, you have plenty of wax to play and experiment with.
16. Petal wax seal kit
- Pros: Delicate packaging, plenty of wax, instructions, 2 bags of petals
- Cons: Only white wax included
Little Added Touches are a brand that sells lots of different wax seal kits. We think this one would be ideal for those wanting to add an extra element to their seals.
Choose between pink rose petals or blue cornflower petals at checkout and use the instructions included to start making wax seals.
17. Mushroom wax seal kit
- Pros: Affordable, cute mushroom design
- Cons: Stamp only
Fans of the cottagecore aesthetic will love this wax kit. If you're looking for a wax seal that will make your scrapbooking special this mushroom design is for you.
18. Cresent moon wax seal kit
- Pros: Many kit options
- Cons: Only one stamp design
This kit is perfect for dreamy journals and magical letters. The beautifully unique oval shaped wax stamp will add a touch of beauty to any paper.
19. ATMOL wax stamp kit
- Pros: Six magical stamp heads, lovely packaging
- Cons: Only stamper and stamp heads included
This neat little wax seal kit is ideal for crafters who already have plenty of wax and candles. It comes with a stamper with a beautiful brass head and rosewood handle, plus six different stamp head designs. These celestial stamp heads are the perfect addition to your collection.
20. Moon wax seal kit
- Pros: Unique stamp head, different packaging and wax colour options
- Cons: Only one stamp head
Capture the beauty of the night sky with this beautiful kit. You can choose your packaging, wax colour and even your stamp size. We love that you can buy this stamp head alone f if you already have plenty of wax, tools and more.
21. We Wink wax seal kit
- Pros: Affordable, cute mushroom design
- Cons: Only one stamp head and one wax colour
Burner, candles, spoons, pens and an organised tray of wax melts! What more could you want from a wax seal kit? We love that it comes with metallic pens which you can use to embellish your seals with.
A wax seal kit to make your stationery extra special
A wax seal is the perfect finishing touch to your letters, scrapbooks or invitations. They elevate a piece of paper making them perfect for wedding invites or cards.
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