Becky's Stampin' Studio

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Glitzy Pretty Poinsettia

Who says poinsettia's need to be Red...or Pink for that matter! I found this glitzy bronze sample that uses our new Metal Effects Specialty Paper from the current catalog, paired with the Neutral Noel DSP and the retired Fine Shine Specialty Paper. It also uses the amazing Scalloped Christmas Cheer Dies, which I just LOVE!!

Measurements:

Metal Effects (N): 4 1/2" x 5 3/4" (base), 1/4 sheet (poinsettia)
Neutral Noel (N): 3 3/8" x 4 1/2" (swirly pattern)
Fine Shimmer Paper (ret): 3" x 3 1/2", scrap
Very Vanilla:3 3/8" x 9"

To Make This Card:

Die cut the largest Scalloped Christmas Cheer die from the Metal Effects DSP.
Next, fold the Very Vanilla piece in half. This is actually the card! To that, add the decorative DSP. Then, adhere to the center of the scalloped base. You will be able to see the stitched center outline.
Now, die cut the 4 petals of the Poinsettia from the Metal Effects quarter sheet. These petals can be made with more depth by using the Impressions Plate before removing them from the dies.
Also die cut one large leaf and the 2 "centers". The leaf can also be run through with the Impressions Plate! (really a pad)
Shape the 4 poinsettia pieces, if desired.
Assemble the poinsettia, starting with the large, 4-petal piece. I used Mini Glue Dots, but Multipurpose Glue works, too. Then add the 1 or 2 "centers.
Next, adhere the large "leaf" to the card front, and then add the poinsettia over it with a Dimensional.
Finish with Metallic Gems.

Product List

Pretty Poinsettia Dies

[168146]

$35.00

Neutral Noel 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[168448]

$17.00

Metal Effects 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper

[167105]

$12.00

Very Vanilla 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166784]

$14.00

Fine Shimmer 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Paper Pack

[160428]

$10.00

Impressions Plate

[167767]

$11.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Adhesive Backed Metallic Gems

[163780]

$9.50

Scalloped Christmas Cheer Pocket Gatefold Card

I'm not real sure where this idea came from, but I liked the use of the items from the Season of Celebration Ephemera Pack along with the Creative Celebrations DSP with the Pocket Insert of a layered Scalloped Christmas Cheer rectangle! The back of the insert could have a pocket for a gift card! Hmmm, I need to try that!

Measurements:

Peaceful Pine: 1/2 sheet, 2 1/8" square (pocket)
Real Red: 3 1/2" x 4 1/2" (pocket layer)
Basic White: 3 1/2" x 4 1/2" (scalloped rectangle), 4" x 5 1/4" (inside), 2" square (pocket)
Creative Celebrations Mix & Match DSP (N): 1 3/4" square (pocket) - Real Red Check; 2 pcs @ 2" x 5 1/4" - Plaid

To Make This Card:

Score the Peaceful Pine base 2 1/8" from each end. (I usually score one end, and meet the opposite side to the center, cut edge.
Adhere the Plaid DSP pieces to those "gates".
Attach the White layer to the inside.
Die cut the second from the largest Scalloped Rectangle from the White piece. Attach to the Real Red layer.
To that, add the little blue strip (snow) to the bottom, along with the Snowman Sticker and North Pole Sticker from the Season of Celebration Ephemera Pack.
Next, punch an 1/8" hole, thread through a strip of Multicolor Christmas Baker's Twine, tied together with some pretty White ribbon. Be sure to knot the ends of the Baker's Twine.
Create the pockets on the "gates" by cutting the 3 square layers diagonally. Then, layer them all together. I popped mine up with Mini Dimensionals, then adhere to the "gates".
Finish the inside a sentiment from the Ephemera Pack and another sticker of your choice.

Product List

Creative Celebrations Mix & Match 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

[168499]

$13.00

Season Of Celebration Mix & Match Ephemera Pack

[168494]

$8.00

Peaceful Pine 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[167691]

$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Scalloped Christmas Cheer Dies

[168544]

$33.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Multicolor Christmas Baker's Twine

[168426]

$8.00

Adhesive Backed Sparkle Sequins

[168488]

$8.50

Monday, November 9, 2026

Basic Pocket Gate Fold/Gift Card Holder with Radiant Sunflowers

Continuing with my exploration of Pocket Gate Folds. I designed this one with a place for cash or a gift card! We are using this Suite in Club on Saturday, so I waned to create a "basic" design with the place for a gift card! I do like how this one turned out!

Measurements:

Golden Glow: 1/2 sheet, 3 1/2" x 4 3/4" (insert), 2 1/8" square (pocket)
Very Vanilla: 4" x 5 1/4" (inside), scraps (sentiment & flower)
Sunflower Fields DSP (N): 1 3/4" square (pocket), 2 pcs @ 2" x 5 1/4" - Cajun Craze Plaid; 3 1/4" x 4 1/2" (insert), 2 3/8" x 3 1/4" (back pocket) 1/2" x 4" (Pecan Pie Sunflower Print)

To Make This Card:

Score the Golden Glow base 2 1/8" from each end. (I usually score one end, and meet the opposite side to the center, cut edge.
Adhere the Plaid DSP pieces to those "gates".
Attach the Very Vanilla layer to the inside.
Take both squares and cut them diagonally. Layer them together, and then adhere to "gates" with Mini Dimensionals.
Next, take the insert piece and adhere DSP to the front.
Take the "pocket" piece and punch a half circle with a 1 1/4" circle punch. Then, adhere to back of "insert" with 1/8" Tear n Tape.
Next, stamp sentiment in Early Espresso onto scrap of Very Vanilla. Die cut with included tag.
Also, stamp single Sunflower in Early Espresso ink and color with Blends. And, die cut with corresponding die.
Adhere to front of insert as shown.
Finish outside with Radiant Gems.
FInish inside with strip of DSP.

Product List

Radiant Sunflowers Bundle (English)

[168359]

$48.50

Sunflower Fields 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[168351]

$13.00

Golden Glow 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[167685]

$14.00

Very Vanilla 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166784]

$14.00

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

$9.00

Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

[161674]

$12.00

Golden Glow Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

[167682]

$12.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

$7.00

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141897]

$10.00

Radiant Gems

[168363]

$8.50

Friday, November 6, 2026

Radiant Sunflowers Top Flap Gate Fold

I haven't done this fold combination in a LONG time. This is a nice example of this fold. It's a gate fold inside combined with a Top Flap opening.It also uses the Sunflower Fields DSP and Radiant Sunflower Bundle. Really interesting design!

Measurements:

Cajun Craze: 1/2 sheet LENGTHWISE, 1/2 sheet
Old Olive: 4" x 5 1/4"
Sunflower Fields DSP (N): 3/4" x 5 1/4" (inside) 2 pcs @ 2" x 5 1/4" (Cajun Craze Plaid), 2 pcs @ 2" x 5 1/4", 3 3/4" x 5" (Pecan Pie Sunflower Print)
Pecan Pie: 3 1/4" square
Very Vanilla: 4" x 5 1/4", 3" square, 3 5/8" square, scraps for 3 flowers

To Make This Card:

Score 1/2 sheet @ 2 1/8", then fold the other side to meet in the center. Crease well.
Fold LENGTHWISE piece in half. Place inside gate fold piece and test for fit. Note: I found I needed to trim about 1/16"" from one long side, so the gate fold piece can wrap around it. Then, adhere to center of gate fold card.
Next, I stamped 3 single "sunflowers" in Early Espresso ink onto Very Vanilla cardstock. Die cut with corresponding die, and color with blends. Add a little Wink of Stella, if desired, and set aside.
Now, layer the Old Olive and DSP layer onto the card front. Note: you might need to trim these a bit if you trimmed the lengthwise piece much.
Next, using the Spotlight on Nature circle dies, die cut one "radiating" circle from Very Vanilla. Also, cut one large circle in Pecan Pie from the Stylish Shapes circles. Layer these together and set aside.
Also, die cut a large "decorative" circle in Very Vanilla fom the Spotlight on Nature Dies.
To finish the front, adhere 2 "sunflowers" to the layered circle. Then, stamp sentiment in Early Espresso ink. Center circle on the front and attach with Dimensionals.
To finish the "gates" inside, adhere the 2 Cajun Craze Plaid DSP pieces to the front of the "gates" and take the 2 Peca Pie Sunflower Print DSP pieces to the back side of the gates.
Next, take the large, Vanilla circle. Stamp sentiment in Early Espresso ink and adhere "Cajun Craze sunflower to it, as shown. That adhere to left "gate" only.
Then, for the the VERY INSIDE - I added the Very Vanilla layer, and the Strip of Cajun Craze Plaid to the inside.
Finish the entire card with scattered Painted Patch Dots.