Creating an Easy Galaxy Card: May the Stencil Be With You!

Hey crafty friends!Today, I’m excited to share a project that's full of color, sparkle, and just a little bit of sci-fi fun. We’re creating a galaxy card featuring the Beep Boop Bot Stencil – LIMITED EDITION, Space Fighters Mini Dies – LIMITED EDITION, and the Everyday Sentiments Stamp Set — all from Miss Ink Stamps.

If you’ve ever sat down to craft and thought, “I want to make something different but still manageable in one afternoon,” this card idea is for you. Galaxy backgrounds can feel a little intimidating at first, but they’re actually super forgiving — and once you get going, they’re hard to mess up. Plus, adding a playful robot and some mini space elements really ties it all together into a one-of-a-kind card.

Let's dive into how this came together.

Creating an Easy Galaxy Card: May the Stencil Be With You!

I started off by creating my background panel using a piece of Neenah Classic Crest Solar White Cardstock. For the ink blending, I went with a trio of Distress Oxide Inks: Twisted Citron, Villainous Potion, and Black Soot.

At first glance, these colors might seem a little unusual for a galaxy — especially the Twisted Citron — but trust me, adding in that pop of eerie green gives your space scene so much more life and depth.

After I finished blending, I spritzed the panel with some Iridescent Shimmer Spray for that magical, starry sparkle. I also splattered on Picket Fence Spray Stain to mimic stars. One thing I love about galaxy backgrounds is how every single one turns out differently — no two panels are ever exactly alike.

Pro Tip: When ink blending for a galaxy background, don’t be afraid to layer more color than you think you need. The magic really happens when you have deep saturation and rich contrasts between colors.

Stenciling the Beep Boop Bot

While my galaxy panel dried, I turned my attention to the star of the show — the Beep Boop Bot Stencil.

For the base layer of the bot, I kept things pretty neutral with a light gray ink around the edges. But then I decided to have a little fun. Instead of keeping the robot completely metallic like I usually would, I pulled out four shades of orange inks and blended them into the colorful parts of the design. It gave the bot such a warm, playful vibe — a little unexpected, but perfect for this project.

To make the eye stand out, I added a dab of embossing paste through the stencil. It’s a tiny detail, but it really brings the character to life.

After everything was dry, I carefully fussy cut the bot with my snips and added some foam tape to the back for dimension.

Story Time: When I was a kid, my favorite toys were always the ones that lit up or had little surprises — a button here, a secret compartment there. I think that's why I love adding unexpected textures to my cards today. A tiny bit of dimension or shine can bring out so much personality in even the smallest images.

Adding Space Fighter Details

Once the bot was ready, I reached for the Space Fighters Mini Dies. I cut three different shapes from scraps of gray and white cardstock. To give them a little more life, I lightly ink blended some extra shading around the edges of the die cuts. It’s a small step, but it makes a huge difference in making them pop off the background.

Pro Tip: When working with small die cuts, shading just the edges with a coordinating ink color can instantly add depth without needing a lot of extra supplies or time.

Sentiments and Assembly

For the sentiments, I stamped "Greetings" and "Birthday Wishes" from the Everyday Sentiments Stamp Set onto strips of white cardstock using Versafine Onyx Black Ink. I trimmed them apart to layer them individually on the card.

Once everything was prepped, assembly came together quickly:

• I adhered the galaxy panel onto an A2 card base.

• I popped up the bot with foam tape.

• I tucked the mini space fighters around the bot, letting some overlap for a fuller scene.

• I finished it off by attaching the sentiment strips.

I really love how the finished card feels — playful, colorful, a little bit geeky, and full of sparkle.

Final Thoughts

Galaxy backgrounds, stencils, and mini dies might seem like a lot to mix together, but when you break it down into simple layers, it all comes together beautifully.

If you’ve ever been nervous to try ink blending or layering stencils, this project is the perfect place to start. Plus, using brighter, unexpected colors in your galaxy or your characters can open up so many creative possibilities.

Cards like this are my favorite kind to make — they're full of energy, fun, and just a touch of childhood wonder. I hope this inspires you to pull out your inks, sprays, and stencils and create your own galaxy adventure.

Thanks so much for stopping by today. I can't wait to see what you create!

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Happy Stampin'

Rick Adkins

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