Everyone Let's Stamp
Have you ever pulled out a stack of Designer Series Paper and paused mid-sort, wondering, “What drew me to this—and why haven’t I used it?” Over time, our tastes shift, projects evolve, and those once-loved patterns quietly slip into the background. But instead of seeing them as forgotten, I’ve started viewing them as opportunities—patiently waiting to be transformed. During a recent dive into my card box, I came across a design from before 2023, when I was still finding my footing as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator. It had torn edges, a simple sentiment, and a kind of understated grace that made me stop and hold it close. It reminded me that even uncomplicated techniques can carry a quiet kind of brilliance. That card reignited my love for the Rip & Flip technique—a method I return to often because it doesn’t demand precision, just presence. It allows the paper to lead, the hands to follow, and the emotion to shape the outcome. There’s freedom in that. And often, beauty too. I credit Angela Palmer for sparking this rediscovery. Her calm teaching style and creative generosity have guided many of my early explorations. Though I wasn’t able to locate the exact tutorial Angela may have shared back in 2023, she revisited a related approach during a May 2025 live session, highlighting the power of torn textures once again.
🪶 Angela’s Textured Touch Angela Palmer has long championed the charm of tearing in cardmaking. One of her standout tutorials—Easy Texture and Tear Card, aired on 22nd May 2025—celebrated how simple ripped edges can add motion and richness to a layout without overcomplicating the process. It’s a philosophy I deeply relate to: layering meaning through texture, not just embellishment. Her example reminded me that torn paper isn’t just a design choice—it’s a story told in edges and layers. And it paired effortlessly with my Rip & Flip method, especially on the card I’m sharing with you today.
💐 A Design From My Early Days: Reimagining a 2023 Rip & Flip Classic.
This card celebrates warm florals, layered neutrals, and the quietly grounding hue of Rich Razzleberry. The sentiment “Just a Note” anchors the front with gentle intention, framed by a torn reveal that feels both organic and expressive. And yes—this DSP came straight from the “unsure” pile. That alone makes its transformation even more satisfying.
✂️ Materials & Tools
🌿 Step-by-Step: Rip, Flip & Reveal
1️⃣ Build Your Base Cut the Rich Razzleberry cardstock to size and score at 10.5cm to create a classic tent fold. Smooth the crease with your bone folder.
2️⃣ Shape the DSP Trim your Designer Series Paper to 13.8cm x 10cm. Tear across it about 2cm from the bottom, letting your fingers guide a gentle, uneven rip. Try moving slightly up and down for natural texture—avoid a straight edge.
3️⃣ Layer the Torn Strip Flip the bottom torn portion upside down and glue it along the bottom of the original panel. The flipped edge adds contrast and brings hidden colors to the front.
4️⃣ Stamp Your Sentiment Stamp “Just a Note” from the Go To Greetings set on a strip (about 2cm x 7cm). I chose a watercolor background for softness. Trim the ends if you like, and mount with dimensionals for a raised focal point. Glue the rest of your pieces with multipurpose glue for flexibility—or use whichever adhesive you trust most.
5️⃣ Finish the Inside Cut a Basic White panel (13.8cm x 10cm). Tear your 4cm x 13.8cm DSP scrap in half. Adhere one piece across the bottom. Flip the second and glue it partly over the first so the torn edges create visual movement—an echo of the front’s design.
💌 Would You Like One in Your Colours? I’d love to make a personalized version of this card, tailored to your choice of colours, sentiments, or occasion. Whether you imagine soft and romantic, earthy and natural, or bright and joyful, the Rip & Flip technique adapts beautifully. Drop me a note I’ll create something especially for you—or guide you through crafting your own with confidence.
