Becky's Stampin' Studio

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Lily of the Vally Double Z Fold

We are using the brand new bundle - Lily of the Valley - in Club next month. It is really gorgeous! I'm getting a head start on our projects, as I'm heading to Fargo next week, and won't be able to take any stamping stuff with me! I took my inspiration for this one from Cheri's Cards. Its a Double "Z" Fold that uses the new Valleys in Bloom DSP, the cool Floral Spray 3D Embossing Folder, and awesome Lily of the Valley Bundle! It is really gorgeous IRL! All products are from the new May-August Catalog!

Measurements:

Garden Green: 1/2 sheet cut LENGTHWISE
Granny Apple Green: 3 1/4" x 9 1/2"
Lemon Lime Twist: 1 1/2" x 3 1/4"
Basic White: 2 pcs @ 3" square, scraps
Valleys in Bloom DSP (N): 4" x 5 1/4" (small Lily print), 3" square (lg Lily print), 2 pcs @ 2 1/2" x 4" (1 - sprigs, 1 - corner of border)

To Make This Card:

Score Garden Green base at 2 3/4" - 5 1/2". Crease, well into "Z" fold.
Adhere largest DSP piece to the "back", and the other 2 pieces to the "Z". Set aside.
Next, score the Granny Apple Green piece at 3 3/16" from each end. Accordion fold, and crease well.
Take the 2 White squares and Emboss with new Floral Spray 3D Embossing Folder. I selected areas that had the Lily of the Valley. Note: if you want a sentiment on the inside White piece, stamp sentiment in Memento Black ink, before you emboss! (I forgot to do this!)
Now, adhere the "plain" White embossed piece to the front section, larger "lily" print to the next section, and the stamped, embossed piece to the last one.
Add adhesive to the wrong side of the Granny Apple Green square and center on the inside back and adhere.
Close card and adhere the front of the Granny Apple Green piece to the front. I used Tear n Tape for this.
Next, die cut one decorative piece from Lemon Lime Twist. Carefully cut in half and tuck under the outside and inside corners of the Granny Apple Green piece.
Now, die cut one "Lily of the Valley Sprig" from the coordinating die in White.
Stamp small Lily of the Valley image in Memento Black ink, and cut out with corresponding die.
Color the leaves of the small image with Granny Apple Green Blends. the small flowers are tinted with a Q-Tip and Blackberry Bliss ink.
The die cut Lily of the Valley Sprig is also colored with a Granny Apple Blend on the stem. The small flowers are colored with a Sponge Dauber and Blackberry Bliss ink.
Add Wink of Stella to all flowers, if desired.
Attach the die cut "sprig" to the front with Multipurpose Glue, and the small, stamped "sprig" to the front with Dimensionals.
If desired, add sentiment to the front. I used the sentiment from Scalloped Wishes punched out with the Triple Banner Punch.
Finish with scattered, new Shimmering Dots! And, a double White Twine bow.

Floral Spray Double Vision Card

I was enamored with the Double Vision Cards I have been seeing! Neat effect, but not as easy to do as it looks! They remind me of the Eclipse Cards we did back in the day! This version uses our gorgeous, new Floral Spray 3D Embossing Folder in White for an elegant look! It is really striking IRL!

Measurements:

Basic White: 1/2 sheet, 4" x 5 1/4", 2 3/4" x 3 1/4" (flower), scrap

To Make This Card:

Select the area of this large, Floral Spray Embossing Folder to emboss. Be thinking of the placement of the large flower.
Next, take this embossed piece and cut it into 8 - 1/2" strips. Make sure as you cut you keep them in order!
Begin with the farthest LEFT piece and adhere it directly to the folded White card base.
Then, LAY the next into place, for spacing, and adhere the next, third, piece.
Remove the "placeholder", keeping the order.
Continue with "placeholder" and adhered piece until 4 pieces are on your card base.
Now, for the OTHER 4 pieces. These will be popped up! It was suggested to use the outside edges of your Dimensionals for this! Or, you could also use Foam Adhesive Strips (which are also a little taller!)
Before you line these up and pop them into place, it was suggested to put Multipurpose Glue on top of the adhesive of the Dimensionals to help you slide them into place without them grabbing so fast! Isn't that neat!
I started from the LEFT, again, lined up the pattern, and adhered them into place!
Sit back and admire the effect!
But, we aren't done, yet. Take the small piece of White cardstock and emboss just the flower. You will, then, need to "fussy cut" it out. I also curved the petals just a little with a bone folder.
Add to card base with Dimensionals. Note: You will need to "double up" your Dimensionals in the "trenches" of the strips!
Stamp the sentiment in Secret Sea ink and "fussy cut" around it. Add to one of the "popped up" strips.
Finish the front of the card with the new Dewdrops Embellishments.

Friday, April 24, 2026

Split Front Lily of the Valley

I was looking for inspiration for the use of our White, Luxe resist paper that coordinates with the Valley in Bloom Suite. I found this layout that used the Valleys in Bloom DSP, and just switched it out for the gorgeous resist paper! I just LOVE it! This is the other card we will be doing in Club next weekend!

Measurements:

Granny Apple Green: 4 1/4" x 8" (base), 1 3/4" x 4 1/4" (bottom), scraps (die cut flowers)
Coastal Cabana: 2 1/4" x 4" (top), 1 1/2" x 4" (bottom), 4" x 5 1/4" (inside)
Pretty Peacock: 2" x 3 1/2"
Lemon Lime Twist: 1 1/2" x 3 1/4"
Basic White: 3 3/4" x 5" (inside), scraps
Luxe White Specialty Paper (N): 3 3/4" x 4" (we will cut)
Window Sheet: 1/4 sheet

To Make This Card:

Score Granny Apple Green card base @ 5 1/2". Crease well.
Adhere Window sheet to the wrong side of top flap, with Tear n Tape, even with the crease.
Close the top flap into place and adhere the bottom piece, so that it is even with the bottom of the Window sheet and the bottom of the card.
Next add the 2 coordinating Coastal Cabana pieces. Set this aside for now.
Now, take the Luxe White resist piece. I chose 3 ink colors for the background - Granny Apple Green, Coastal Cabana, and Pretty Peacock. Take a Blending Brush and start with the lightest color, then the medium color, and then add a little bit of the darker color. If you prefer a darker color, just add more ink! Before it completely dries, buff with a tissue.
Lay piece onto card front, and cut to fit with a 1/8" edge.
Then, continue the pattern with the bottom piece. Fit, trim, and adhere. You will have a little left over!
Now, for the focal point.
Die cut 2 leaves from the Pretty Peacock piece. You'll also need one decorative piece from Lemon Lime Twist, 2 Lily of the Valley "stems", and 14 White die cut "flowers".
Place the decorative piece onto the card, as shown.
Place a little Multipurpose Glue on the flowers and add the While flowers. Then, add Wink of Stella to each flower.
Add the 2 "sprigs" to the card, as shown. Also, add the Pretty Peacock leaves. I pulled a few of the flowers on top of the leaves.
Now, for the inside. Adhere the inside White piece to the Coastal Cabana piece. Lay inside, and lightly pencil where the Peacock leave ends and the top and bottom as well.
Then, remove from inside and stamp desired sentiment in Pretty Peacock ink.
At the same time, add "Happy Birthday" above.
Stamp small Lily sprig in Granny Apple Green ink. Color with Light Granny Apple Green Blend.
Adhere piece to inside of card.
Finish with scattered, new Shimmering Dots. Be sure to put several on the Window sheet!

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Springtime Scenes Floating Cut Out Card

I found this fun card using the new Springtime Scenes Bundle. It's an oldie but goodie fun fold that I haven't done in ages! I don't think it was called a "Floating Cut Out" card, but I honestly don't remember what it was called! This version was designed by Heidi Collins, and uses the stamps from the Springtime Scenes Stamps and the DSP from the Homemade Sweetness DSP, all in the Online Store.

Measurements:

Basic White: 1/2 sheet cut LENGTHWISE, 3" square (stamped circle), 3/4" x 3" (mechanism), scrap
Homemade Sweetness DSP (N): 4" x 5 1/4" (Ladybug print)
Strawberry Slush: 3 1/4" square

To Make This Card:

Adhere DSP to folded White card base with Multipurpose Glue.
Die cut largest circle from the Stylish Shapes Dies, through all layers of front. Also cut one large circle from Strawberry Slush cardstock.
Die cut circle from Springtime Scenes circles.
Stamp "grass" in Garden Green and Granny Apple Green ink. Stamp sentiment in black ink, as shown.
Stamp "ladybug" in black ink and color with Blends. Die cut with corresponding die. Also, die cut 3 small, white flowers.
Let's assemble the circle Focal Point. First, attach White circle to Strawberry Slush layer. Add "ladybug" to "grass" with a Dimensional. Then add 3 flowers.
Now, to add the "mechanism".
Score the small piece, along the 3" side @ 3/4" - 1 1/2" - 2 1/4". Crease well with "mountain" folds
Fold this piece in half, so cut edges meet. Place Tear n Tape on the end sections of the "top" and the "bottom". Center the "mechanism" inside the card, with the cut edges even with the crease in the card.
Lastly, close card. Place adhesive onto the exposed mechanism and insert circle through opening and attach to "mechanism.
Finish with small Strawberry Slush Flat Pearls.

Product List

Springtime Scenes Bundle (English)

[167461]

$53.00

Homemade Sweetness 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[167467]

$12.50

Strawberry Slush 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165625]

$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$8.00

Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad

[147089]

$9.00

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad

[147095]

$9.00

Strawberry Slush Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

[165290]

$11.00

Basic Black Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154843]

$11.00

Stylish Shapes Dies

[159183]

$30.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

$7.00

2025–2027 In Color™ Flat Pearls

[165192]

$8.50

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Filled with Sweetness Card with a Twist

Here's another way to use the "jam jar" from the Filled with Sweetness Dies. I looks like a "normal" card, but I added a "twist". I had this idea, and then Karen Titus elaborated on it and Rachel Traudt shared her color challenge. (Interesting. Deviates from the "traditional" colors suggested by the DSP! I put it all together and...Voila! Give this layout a try with your own favorite colors!

Measurements:

Basic White: 1/2 sheet, 2 5/8" x 3 3/8"
Lovely & Beautiful DSP (N): 4" x 5 1/4" (Fresh Freesia print)
Lemon Lolly: 4" x 4 1/4", scraps
Pool Party: 2 1/8" x 2 3/4"
Daffodil Delight: 2 3/4" x 3"
Fresh Freesia: scrap
Silver Foil: 1" x 3 1/4"

To Make This Card:

Add DSP to folded White card base.
Stamp "jar" in Daffodil Delight ink onto piece of Lemon Lolly cardstock. Die cut with coordinating die, including "slit" in the lid.
Place Foam Adhesive Strips along the outside edges of "jar". Set aside.
Stamp "label" with Pool Party ink onto piece of Pool Party cardstock. Add small die cut heart from Fresh Freesia. (Die is with the bundle dies.)
Die cut the 2 parts of the "citrus slice" of the Made With Sweetness Dies in Lemon Lolly.
Color the solid piece with Lemon Lolly Blend, and then adhere together.
Now, for the insert/message piece.
Die cut "spoon" from Silver Foil. The die is with the Filled with Sweetness Dies.
If desired, stamp "flourish" in Fresh Freesia ink onto White insert.
Before adhering the insert all together, check to make sure that it fits inside the jar. You might need to trim it a little bit to fit within the Adhesive Strips.
Check the desired angle of the spoon, then sandwich/adhere "spoon" between the 2 layers of the insert. Check again.
Now, you can add the "jar" to the front of card.
Then, you can finish the front of the jar, by adding Pool Party "label" with Dimensionals, as well as the "lemon slice".
Finish with scattered Iridescent Rhinestones

Product List

Filled With Sweetness Bundle (English)

[167475]

$56.50

Lovely & Beautiful 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[166957]

$16.50

Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[122924]

$14.00

Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119683]

$14.00

Lemon Lolly 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[161720]

$14.00

Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155613]

$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Silver 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Foil Sheets

[163387]

$5.00

Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad

[147107]

$9.00

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad

[147094]

$9.00

Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad

[155611]

$9.00

Lemon Lolly Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

[161673]

$11.00

Made With Sweetness Dies

[167491]

$35.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Foam Adhesive Strips

[141825]

$8.25

Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels

[158130]

$7.50

Friday, April 17, 2026

Pastel Shimmer Scalloped Wishes

This card that uses the Pastel Shimmer Cardstock from the Online Store (along with a little Vellum) is just stunning in person! And, the Scalloped Wishes dies make it so simple to layer all the pieces for a gorgeous, quick card!

Measurements:

Basic White: 1/2 sheet, 4" x 5 1/4" (embossed layer), scrap (sentiment)
Vellum: 2 3/4" x 3 1/4"
Pastel Shimmer (OE): 3 1/8" x 3 5/8", scraps (Pool Party); scraps (Lemon Lolly & Bubble Bath)

To Make This Card:

Run White layer through Beautiful Pattern Embossing Folder from the Online Store, and then attach to folded White card base.
Next, die cut the larger "detailed" scallop die from Vellum.
Then, die cut the scalloped layer that goes underneath it in Pool Party Shimmer.
Now, take scraps of the Pastel Shimmer and die cut "stems" in Pool Party, and "flowers" from Lemon Lolly and Bubble Bath.
Arrange largest "stem", and 3 flowers, as shown, onto the Vellum layer. Now, you can flip this layer over, put your adhesive over the areas you can see with your focal point - to hide the adhesive, and then attach it to the Pool Party layer. Neat huh!
Then, add this layer to the front of your card with Dimensionals!
I did add a sentiment, stamped in Pool Party in, and embellished with a small "stem" and "flower".
The flower "centers" are Rainbow Dots.
I finished with a bow of sheer, White ribbon.