Becky's Stampin' Studio

Friday, February 6, 2026

Fragrant Layers "Framed" card

The inspiration for this sample came from Patty Bennett. She has quite an extensive video on using this bundle! I learned a lot from her, will use some at a later date! For this one, I wanted to use the stamps with the "frame" die. I used her layering ideas, color and DSP idea, but *I* designed the "frame". (Which I love!) There are SO MANY possibilities for colors and layering, take some time to "play"!

Measurements:

Real Red: 1/2 sheet
Made with Love DSP (N): 4" x 5 1/4" (Red and Strawberry Dots)
Basic White: 3 1/2" x 4 3/4" (layer), 2 7/8" x 3 7/8" (stamped image), 4" x 5 1/4" (inside)
Strawberry Slush: 3 1/2" x 4 3/4" (layer)
Smoky Slate: 2 7/8" x 3 7/8" ("main frame")
Basic Gray: 2 7/8" x 3 7/8" ("shadow frame")

To Make This Card:

Stamp the "detailed" floral image in Memento Black ink onto smallest White piece.
Stamp the solid "flowers" in Pretty in Pink ink, the centers in Melon Mambo ink, and the Leaves in Lemon Lime Twist. Note: The leaves are all separate. Line all 3 up to stamped floral images and place them on ONE BLOCK, and stamp all at once. Thank you, Patty!
If desired, add more color/shading to the flowers in Melon Mambo ink with a sponge dauber. I added a little more green to the leaves with a Q-Tip. I also painted Wink of Stella onto the flowers. Set aside.
Now, for all the layers. Mount DSP and White layer to folded Real Red card.
Die cut Strawberry Slush piece with the 2nd to the largest Perennial Postage Die. Add to card front.
Die cut the "floral frame" from both the Smoky Slate and Basic Gray layers.
Adhere the Smoky Slate layer first to the stamped image. I used Multipurpose Glue. You may also have to twist and turn the White piece to fit the die cut image. That's ok. Just trim away whatever White is showing.
As a final touch, trim the Basic Gray piece close to the edge. I used the guides on our trimmer along with a nice, sharp blade!
Add this on top of the Smoky Slate layer using Multipurpose Glue! This also creates some nice, raised detail!
Adhere this to front of card.
Finish front with Strawberry Slush and Pretty in Pink Gems and a double bow of Strawberry Slush Twine.

Product List

Fragrant Layers Bundle (English)

[167155]

$54.75

Made With Love 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[167054]

$12.50

Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[102482]

$14.00

Strawberry Slush 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165625]

$14.00

Basic Gray 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[121044]

$14.00

Smoky Slate 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[131202]

$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$8.00

Pretty In Pink Classic Stampin Pad

[163807]

$9.00

Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad

[147051]

$9.00

Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad

[147145]

$9.00

Perennial Postage Dies

[162607]

$33.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141897]

$10.00

Pack Your Bags Twine Three Pack

[165582]

$7.00

Strawberry Slush & Pretty In Pink Gems

[165615]

$8.50

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Fragrant Layers Vellum & Blends Marbled Card

How about a blast from the past! It's been almost 5 years since I first played with this technique! So long ago I even have a video (here and on YouTube) demonstrating it! (I even went back and watched it!) When I saw this gorgeous "framed" image in the Fragrant Layers Dies, I could envision a faux stained glass behind it! Vellum, Blends and 91% Alcohol to the rescue! I just LOVE how they turned out! The "blue" one is 2 colors - Summer Splash and Azure Afternoon, and the "Pool Party" one is 3 colors - Flirty Flamingo, Summer Splash, and Highland Heather - all the darkest shades of the Blend combos! For the "blue" one, the "frame" is Thick White cardstock, for the "Pool Party" one I used the new Pastel Shimmer in the Online Store for the "frame". It's a little messy, but worth the effort! And, oh so fast for an absolutely gorgeous card!

Measurements:

Thick Basic White/Pastels Shimmer (N) (OE): 3" x 4" (frame)
Basic White: 1/2 sheet
Vellum: 3 3/4" x 5"

To Make This Card:

Take the 2 (or more) Darkest Blends, and randomly color all over the vellum. Note: I place it on my silicone mat! Now, take a paint brush or Aqua Painter or Water Brush and dab the 91% Alcohol on top of the blends. Allowing the colors to bleed. Set aside to dry, or dry with a heat tool. Note: I find it curls more if allowed to dry naturally.
How do you decide what colors to use? If you are using colored cardstock for bases or layers, decide which colors you are going to use. Consult your Color Wheel or Color Coach for ideas. (I did for the Pool Party one!) Check out other samples - I have a few on my blog from 5 years ago! Whatever you do, try on a scrap of Vellum first! Sometimes the colors do not bleed in a very appealing manner!
Die cut the the "frame" from whatever cardstock you desire! Also consider Shimmers, Glimmers, or use an Embossing Folder! Note: This frame only cuts out the CENTER. YOU decide how big the piece is!
Now, to assemble!
Take a look at your Vellum piece. Sometimes the color pools on the outside, cut edges. If this is the case, trim a little off those edges. Vellum is awesome for really narrow trims!
Next, place Multipurpose Glue on the outside edge of the wrong side to the "frame. You could put a few dots on critical "intersections" if desired. Adhere to center of Vellum
Then, place adhesive on the wrong side of this piece, over frame, hiding adhesive. I just used a tape runner for this!
Then, adhere to folded card base!
Finish with coordinating gems for the "flower" centers. I used retired Flat Pearls colored with Blends for the "blue" sample, and Frosted Iridescent Dots for the "Pool Party" one! Add a small, light bow, if desired.

Product List

Fragrant Layers Dies

[167154]

$37.00

Pastels Shimmer 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper

[167198]

$10.00

Vellum 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[101856]

$10.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[159229]

$17.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Summer Splash Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

[163826]

$11.00

Azure Afternoon Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

[161672]

$11.00

Flirty Flamingo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154884]

$11.00

Highland Heather Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154887]

$11.00

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

[129053]

$32.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Pool Party 3/8" (1 Cm) Sheer Ribbon

[152462]

$6.00

Flat Adhesive Backed Pearls

[160449]

$9.00

Frosted Iridescent Dots

[165766]

$9.00

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Fragrant Layers Shaker Card

I'm using the new Online Fragrant Layers Bundle in club this Saturday, so I was giving the bundle a go for some inspiration to share! It really IS a fun bundle to play with It has SO MANY creative possibilities, that I haven't even begun to explore! This one is a "Becky Original" (or at least I haven't seen it used as a shaker, yet!) I used the neat frame in the dies, and paired it with the Beautiful Bokeh DSP and the retired Itty Bitty Bokeh Mix for the shakers.

Measurements:

Fresh Freesia: 1/2 sheet
Beautiful Bokeh DSP (AC): 4" x 5 1/4"
Thick Basic White: 2 7/8" x 3 7/8" (frame)
Basic White: 4" x 5 1/4" (inside); 2 1/4" x 3 1/2" (label)
Window Sheet: 2 7/8" x 3 7/8"

To Make This Card:

Adhere DSP to folded Fresh Freesia card base.
Die cut "frame" from Thick White cardstock. Adhere Window sheet to wrong side with Multipurpose Glue.
Place Foam Adhesive Strips to wrong side of frame.
I decided to have make this card with a horizontal orientation, so the "shaker" will be on the left side.
Place shaker material on the left side of card. Remove backing of Foam Strips and place "shaker". over shaker material. And, voila you have a "shaker"!
Stamp longer sentiment in Basic Gray ink onto piece of White. Die cut with chosen label die. Adhere to front as shown.
Finish front with Iridescent Ribbon Bow and scattered Frosted Iridescent Dots.

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