Becky's Stampin' Studio

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Pop Up Standing Card

I saw this awesome post of a Fun Fold Class using the Valley in Bloom Suite and All Aflutter Bundle. The folds were absolutely amazing, many of which I had never seen before. So, after some investigating, I bought the instructions for this class, something I rarely do, but these were so worth it. The designer is Liz Shannon from the UK. She is a very talented demonstrator. However, this sample she designed for a 6" square envelope...I prefer a more "standard" sized card, so I figured out a version that would fit in an A2 envelope! I am doing this card in a class in June, and feel it still needs a little "tweaking" but this is what I've figured out so far...and I LOVE it! I also changed the colors up a little bit, and put some acetate between the 2 frames to support the flowers a little better. If you live anywhere close by, you're going to want to come this card class!!

Measurements:

Thick Basic White: 1 1/2" x 8 1/2" (base), 2 pcs @ 2 1/8" x 4 1/4" (hexagon "frames"); 1 3/8" x 1 3/4" (die cut "extension"); scraps
Basic White: 2 1/2" x 4 1/4" (2 flower stems), 2 pcs @ 1 1/8" square (sentiment); scrap (butterfly)
Coastal Cabana: 6 pcs @ 1 1/4" square
Granny Apple Green: 2" x 3 1/2"
Acetate (or, Window Sheet): 2 1/8" x 4 1/4"
Valley in Bloom DSP (N): 4 pcs @ 1 1/8" square

To Make this Card:

Score Thick White base @ 1 3/8" - 2 3/4" - 4 1/8" - 5 1/2" - 6 7/8" - 8 1/4". You should have 1/4" left at the end. Crease all in "mountain" folds.
Take one of the White "sentiment" squares and stamp a small sentiment in Pretty Peacock ink.
Adhere square pieces of DSP and square, White pieces to Coastal Cabana squares.
Then, attach to card base, with the 1/4" to the left, and starting with a piece with the DSP, then another DSP, followed by a the White piece with the sentiment, 2 DSP squares, and then finally the last White square.
Attach Tear & Tape to the 1/4" "extension", and put the base strip together creating a circle. Set aside.
Now, we'll work on the Pop Up.
Tape the 2 smallest "hexagons" from the Nested Essentials Dies together and die cut 2 from Thick White. This will create a "frame". Set one White center aside for the Pop Up mechanism. You will not need the other one.
Then, untape the "hexagons". and cut the largest one of these from a piece of Window Sheet or acetate.
Now, die cut a small rectangle from the retired Unbounded Love Dies, or cut 2 pieces of Thick White cardstock that measure 3/4" x 1". Glue together.
Die cut 2 "sprigs" of Lily of the Valley from "regular" White.
Lastly, die cut 2 "leaves" from Granny Apple Green.
Oh, you'll also need to stamp 2 of the same butterflies in Coastal Cabana ink and punch with All Aflutter Punch. Set aside.
To assemble the Pop Up. Adhere the Window Sheet to one Hexagon "frame". Then adhere the other ontop, leaving the bottom "open".
Color the "stems" of the Lily of the Valley "sprigs" with the Dk Granny Apple Green Blend. If desired, add a little color to the Green "leaves" with either or both Granny Apple Green Blends.
Using Multipurpose Glue, adhere one Lily of the Valley "sprig" to the assembled "hexagon". Flip over and adhere the other one. They don't need to line up.
Then, add one "leave" to the left of one "sprig, lifting one or two flowers to the top of the leaf, then flip over and repeat.
Now, adhere one butterfly to the "frame", as shown, flip it over, and adhere the corresponding one to the other side. Set aside.
Now, for the Pop Up Mechanism.
Take the center of the Hexagon frame. Score down the center (across) from tip to tip. Then score 1/4" from each side of that score line, and 1/4" from each end.
Crease, well, in half. Then, crease score lines on either side up, creating a "trench". Lastly, fold the end score lines up. (you'll test this, later!)
Take the "rectangle extension" and adhere it to the bottom of the "frame" between the 2 layers. I used Tear & Tape.
Next, take the "hexagon" piece with the "trench", place Tear & Tape in the trench so you have adhesive on both sides. Then, insert the "extension" into the trench and press together firmly.
For the last step, insert the Pop Up into the "base", with the "hexagon" trench pointed down, centering behind the "sentiment" square. Place Tear & Tape on the 1/4" left, and adhere to base with the score line even with the bottom, cut edge. Repeat for the back side.
Pull the "frame" up, and it should pop into place! (And stand up).
Finish with double White Baker's Twine bow, and scattered Shimmering Dots.

Product List

Lily Of The Valley Bundle (English)

[167943]

$49.50

All Aflutter Bundle (English)

[167570]

$41.25

Valley In Bloom 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[167935]

$13.00

Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146990]

$14.00

Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[131297]

$14.00

Basic White 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Thick Cardstock

[166782]

$26.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Window Sheets

[142314]

$5.00

Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad

[150083]

$11.00

Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Pad

[147097]

$9.00

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154885]

$12.00

Nested Essentials Dies

[161597]

$34.00

Unbounded Love Dies

[163383]

$36.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

$7.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Baker's Twine Essentials Pack

[155475]

$11.00

Shimmering Dots

[167949]

$8.50

Lily of the Valley Accordion Fold

I shared a photo of this awesome card with my Stamp Club, and it was, hands down, a favorite of everyone! They all wanted to make it! So, of course I'm obliging! It really is a neat fold, and a neat finished project, using really neat supplies! The base is Basic Beige, and all of the papers are from the new Valley in Bloom DSP. Most of the papers are from one of the border papers, which is really amazing. Each card looks different!

Measurements:

Basic Beige: 5 1/2" x 11" (base)
Sunset Shimmer (N): 2 1/2" x 3 3/4" (beige)
Valley in Bloom DSP (N): 3 3/4" x 5 1/4" (inside back - Beige Print); 4 pcs @ 1 1/8" x 1 5/8" (sm sections Panels 2 & 3 - Beige Print); 2 pcs @ 3 1/8" x 5 1/4" (Panels 1 & 4 - Corner flowers) you'll cut as you go; 1 5/8" x 2 7/8' (panel 3 - Floral); 2 pcs @ 2 1/4" x 3 1/2" (1- front arch - Lower Border) (1-inside sentiment - left over)

To Make this Card:

Score base along 11" side @ 1 3/4" - 3 1/2" - 5 1/4" - 7".
Turn piece to 5 1/2" side. Make you'll make 2 slits in the card base. Start the first one at the first score line and cut to the 3rd score line at 1 1/4". Flip and repeat for the other side.
Lightly crease in an "accordion" fold, starting at the "back" of the card (4th score line) into a "mountain" fold., crease complete score line well. Then crease the top and bottom sections of the 3rd score lines into "valley" folds.
Crease the top and bottom of the 2nd score line into a "mountain" fold - the center section should protrude out - and then crease the top and bottom of the 1st score line into a "valley" fold. The center does not get creased. The score line will be covered by the arch.
Next, adhere the large Beige print to the inside, back.
Take the corner piece for panels 1 and 3. To make this piece easier to work with, I cut it at 3 1/8", but them trimmed it at 1 5/8" for the first panel, and fit and adhered the remaining piece to the 3rd panel.
Next, I added the smaller Beige print pieces to those smaller areas on panels 2 and 3.
Then, I added the other print to the center section of Panel 3.
Now, die cut one arch from Sunset Shimmer Specialty Paper. Then, cut 2 smaller arches from the bottom pieces of the border DSP.
Adhere the front arch to the Shimmer Paper. Then, attach to the center front panel of Panel 2, so that the top corner just missed the bottom arch.
Center and adhere the inside arch to the back panel, making sure it is hidden behind the front arch.
Finish by stamping sentiments in Pretty Peacock ink, adding Shimmering Dots, and a Linen Thread Bow.

Product List

Phrases & Frames Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[167581]

$21.00

Valley In Bloom 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[167935]

$13.00

Sunset Shimmer Vellum 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper

[167784]

$10.00

Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[164511]

$14.00

Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad

[150083]

$11.00

Everyday Arches Dies

[164629]

$29.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Linen Thread

[104199]

$5.00

Shimmering Dots

[167949]

$8.50

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Lovely & Beautiful Simple Card

I originally thought that this layout would make a great card for my Senior Center gals. However, after *I* assembled this gorgeous, simple-looking card, I decided that there was too much lining up for them to accomplish. The original idea was ...Petal Pink, but I found a decorative DSP that was not pink, and, I thought was really pretty, to create my version. Don't get me wrong, I do love the layout, just not for my senior gals! So, go look through your awesome DSP scraps, find a classy embossing folder and create many versions of this layout! So many possibilities and occasions.

Measurements:

Old Olive: 1/2 sheet
Basic White: 4" x 5 1/4", scrap
Fresh Freesia: 2 1/2" x 3 3/4"
Lovely & Beautiful DSP (OE): 1 1/8" x 3 3/4" (small print)

To Make This Card:

Adhere White layer to folded Old Olive card base.
Emboss Fresh Freesia piece with Damask Designs Embossing Folder. Cut this piece into 2 pieces, by removing 5/8", leaving 1 7/8". You will be using both pieces!
I started by adhering the 5/8" strip first, then the DSP, then the final piece of Embossing Fresh Freesia cardstock. I used Multipurpose Glue to help move the strips into place, with equal spacing.
Stamp sentiment in Old Olive on scrap of White. Die cut with banner from Stylish Shapes dies.
Make loops of Gold cord and adhere to card front. Add banner over the top with Dimensionals.
Finish with Fresh Freesia Rainbow Dots.

Product List

Friendly Foliage Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[167021]

$19.00

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

[166957]

$16.50

Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155613]

$14.00

Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100702]

$14.00

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

[147090]

$9.00

Stylish Shapes Dies

[159183]

$30.00

Damask Designs Embossing Folder

[165214]

$9.50

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Simply Elegant Trim

[155766]

$7.50

Rainbow Adhesive Backed Dots

[162758]

$9.00

Monday, May 11, 2026

Petal Pink Quick Card

Here is another card for my Senior Center stampers! I just love this layout! This one uses Petal Pink (with the Damask Designs EF) and Brushed with Beauty DSP, but you could use ANY gorgeous DSP and embossing folder!

Measurements:

Petal Pink: 1/2 sheet, 1 1/2" x 3 3/4" (layer), 1 5/8" x 3 3/4" (die cut)
Very Vanilla: 4" x 5 1/4", 2" x 4 1/8" (die cut)
Crumb Cake: scrap
Brushed with Beauty DSP (OE): 2 3/8" x 3 3/4" (floral)

To Make This Card:

Adhere White layer to folded Petal Pink card base.
Next, run the Petal Pink piece through the Damask Designs Embossing Folder.
Now, adhere the DSP to the top of the folded card base. Then, add the embossed piece. it will overlap just a bit.
Cover the "seam" with a strip of Petal Pink RIbbon.
Next, die cut the 2nd from the smallest stretched hexagon die from the Nested Essentials Dies in Very Vanilla cardstock and the smallest die from Petal Pink.
Stamp desired sentiment in Crumb Cake ink onto Petal Pink layer. Then adhere to the Vanilla die cut.
Add this to card front, over ribbon, with Dimensionals.
And, finally, die cut "butterfly" from Sketched Butterflies Dies in Crumb Cake.
Add to labels, as shown.
Finish with scattered Champagne Rhinestones (retired).