Becky's Stampin' Studio: January 2026

Saturday, January 31, 2026

Modern Christmas Clean & Simple Card

I totally missed posting this sample. It's an awesome layout that just uses DSP!! So, I'm sharing it, now, for inspiration!!

Cute as a Bug Punched Hexagon Card

Patty Bennett does it again! She showed how to create 4 card layers at once, using our Hexagon Punch and a sheet of cardstock! (Check out her video!) She uses several different, interesting DSP's to create these backgrounds. I was playing with the Cute As a Bug, so I jumped on to these samples! She also uses our new Easter Joy DSP and the new Spring Puffy Stickers for a different twist! The "tag" is my own touch. In this case, it needed something, and, of course, I wanted to use those cute Ladybugs!

Measurements:

Poppy Parade: 1/2 sheet
Cute As a Bug(N): 2 1/2" strips of DSP in various patterns, die cut
Mossy Meadow: scrap
Basic White: 2 pcs @ 4" x 5 1/4", scrap

To Make This Card:

For my sample, I just made enough for one card. If you watch Patty's video, she filled a full sheet and made 4 card fronts.
To do that, I punched 9 "Hexagons" from the DSP, including focusing on a couple of the images/vignettes. Be sure to look/use both sides of the DSP! (For the full sheet, you'll need more like 25!).
Lightly score one of the White layers in half both directions. (You'll use this to line up the punched pieces)
I started with the center hexagon and glued (yes, glued) into place. Then, work from the center, out. Adding pieces. Then trim edges. I used those pieces are another punched piece for the 4 tiny corner pieces. And you're done with the background piece.
Adhere to folded card base, of your choosing.
Stamp sentiment onto scrap of White.
Punch with Labeled with Love Punch, and adhere to another Punched piece from Mossy Meadow, split in half lengthwise for a nice layer.
Add to card front with Dimensionals.
Finish front with Old Olive LinenThread Bow and a Ladybug.
Finish the inside with White layer and die cut bug of your choice.

Product List

Sweet Bugs Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[166995]

$20.00

Cute As A Bug 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[166994]

$12.50

Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119793]

$14.00

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[133676]

$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$8.00

Heartfelt Hexagon Punch

[162888]

$25.00

Labeled With Love Punch

[163569]

$25.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Early Espresso & Old Olive Linen Thread Pack

[165986]

$9.00

Ladybug Garden Epoxy Shapes

[167005]

$8.00

Thursday, January 29, 2026

Sweet Bugs Stadium Wave Card

I saw this awesome card on a reel, and knew I had to find out how to make it! I had to do a little research, but I finally found the directions! It takes a little time (to make the 7 waves) but, in the end, it's really easy to do! I finally found directions from the Stamp Doc - Melissa Stout! And, in doing further research, this fold "made the rounds" 2 years ago!! Guess I missed it! I WILL be trying another one! Hope to have a class!!

Measurements:

Old Olive: 2 - 1/2 sheets (1 for base, 1 for "mechanism")
Basic White: 2 1/4" x 2 1/2" (inside), scraps
Cute as a Bug DSP (N): 2 pcs @ 3 7/8" x 5 1/4" inside (sm flowers); "Picnic" panel (front); die cut bugs

To Make This Card:

Take one of the 1/2 sheets of Old Olive, for the base, and score @ 4 1/8" x 4 3/8". Crease and set aside.
Take the other 1/2 sheet of Old Olive and use the diagrams above to make the "waves". First, score @ 1/2" - 3 1/2" - 4 1/2" - 5 1/2". Then, turn the piece and cut apart into 7 - 3/4" strips. You'll have a little left over that you will not use.
Next, crease each strip creating a "valley" fold. the 1/2" at the bottom you will use to attach the top and bottom together.
To make the entire "mechanism", first place tear n tape on the right side of each "wave" with the folds to the top.
Then, assemble them together over lapping them 3/8" and adhering them to the tear n tape.
Lastly, place tear n tape on the top and bottom "waves". These will adhere them to the inside of the card.
Now, adhere the 2 small flower DSP pieces to the inside. Trim the "picnic" panel to 4" x 5 1/4" and adhere to the front.
I decided to try starting to insert the "mechanism" by placing Multipurpose Glue to the "spine" of the card, lining it up with the left side where desired. I let this dry.
Next, I removed the tear in tape of the top "wave" and closed the card. Repeat for the bottom "wave". And, voila the wave is done! It's really NEAT!!
Finish by decorating each wave with a die cut bug - or you can skip a wave, or whatever you'd like. You can also add sentiments and embellishments as the "theme" dictates!

Product List

Sweet Bugs Bundle (English)

[167002]

$46.75

Cute As A Bug 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[166994]

$12.50

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

[100702]

$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$8.00

Stylish Shapes Dies

[159183]

$30.00

Nested Essentials Dies

[161597]

$34.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

$7.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Ladybug Garden Epoxy Shapes

[167005]

$8.00

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Valentine Kissing Booth

I found this cute sample by Debbie Henderson using the darling Valentine Kisses bundle in the Online Exclusives! It also uses the Made with Love DSP from the Jan-Apr Mini Catalog. The little hearts are from the Loose Valentine Assortment, too clever! We also made this sample at my Senior Center class.

Measurements:

Real Red: 1/2 sheet
Basic White: 2 pcs @ 4" x 5 1/4", scraps
Bubble Bath: 2" x 2 1/2" (booth), scrap
Pecan Pie: 2 3/4" square
Made with Love DSP (N): 3 7/8" x 5 1/8", 1/2" x 5 1/8" strip

To Make This Card:

Begin by taking the DSP piece and cut it at 2 5/8" making 2 pieces.
Adhere to one White layer. The larger, dotty piece at the top and the hearts at the bottom. There is only a 1/16" border.
Before adhering to the Real Red card base, run tape runner over strip of ribbon and adhere over where the 2 pieces of cardstock meet, wrapping the ends to the back.
Now, you can attach this piece to the folded Real Red card base.
Next, die cut the "kissing booth" from Bubble Bath cardstock. Place glue dots on the right side of the "supports" and then adhere to the "booth base".
Attach Dimensionals to the "booth" and adhere to card base about 1" from the right side, with "counter top" just below the ribbon.
Next, stamp large "bear" and "booth bear" in Early Espresso ink onto Pecan Pie cardstock. Cut out with corresponding dies.
Place "booth bear", flat inside the booth, and attach the "bear" near "booth", as shown, with Dimensionals.
Complete the card with the little "bouquet" stamped in Real Red ink onto Bubble Bath cardstock, little "plaque" in White with Real Red stamped hearts, and sentiment stamped in Real Red ink on strip of White.
Finish with 3 White hearts from the Loose Valentine Assortment.
Finish inside with White layer and strip of DSP.

Product List

Valentine Kisses Bundle (English)

[167310]

$42.25

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

Bubble Bath 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[161718]

$14.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Pecan Pie 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[161717]

$14.00

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

$9.00

Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad

[147084]

$9.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$7.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Foam Adhesive Strips

[141825]

$8.25

Bubble Bath 1/8" (3.2 Mm) Faux Linen Ribbon

[167075]

$8.00

Loose Valentine's Assortment

[167074]

$8.00

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Sweet Jar Valentine

I saw this clean & simple card and thought it'd be perfect for my Senior Center Class! I love the little jar in the arch, as well as the color - Strawberry Slush! They loved it, too!

Measurements:

Strawberry Slush (N): 1/2 sheet, 3" x 4"
Basic White: 2 pcs @ 4" x 5 1/4", 2 5/8" x 3 3/4" (arch die cut); 2 1/4" strip, scrap
Celebratory Sips DSP (OE): 2 3/4" x 4" (strawberry slush dots)

To Make This Card:

Run one White layer through the new Hearts of Love 3D Embossing Folder.
Attach to folded Strawberry Slush card base.
Layer DSP to smaller Strawberry Slush piece.
Die cut arch from White piece. Set aside for now.
Stamp "jar" in Basic Gray ink onto strip of White. Stamp off heart "shadow" in Strawberry Slush in the jar, and then add "hearts" with full strength ink.
Next, punch out with Jar Builder Punch.
Stamp "lid" in Strawberry Slush ink. Also, punch out the Jar Punch.
Now, take punched "jar" and set into place on top of die cut arch. Lightly mark top of "jar" with pencil, then remove.
Then, take the "3-heart" stamp and stamp twice above line to create floating "hearts".
Next, attach "jar" back where desired with Dimensionals.
Add "lid" to "jar" at an angle with Glue Dot, as well as a White Bakers Twine bow.
Add completed "arch" to small layered piece, then to front of card.
Stamp sentiment in Basic Gray onto scrap of White. Add the "love" (they've left space for it!) in Strawberry Slush ink.
Next, die cut with small circle from Stylish Shapes.
Add to card front as shown.
Finish inside with White layer, and stamped "hearts" and "love" in Strawberry Slush ink.
Finish front with Strawberry Slush flat pearls.