Designs and inspiration from Michele Reynolds, Independent Stampin' Up!™ Demonstrator in central Maryland.
Please contact me at michelerey@aol.com for information about receiving your own personal copy of the May – August 2026 Catalog and about events I offer in my Stampin’ Studio in my home.
Make this festive season magical with the 12 Days of Creativity Advent Calendar. Every day of this calendar contains items that you can craft with all year long, including never-before-seen dies, paper, embellishments, and more. These products are exclusive to the calendar and can’t be purchased separately. These calendars make great gifts too!
The 12 Days Of Creativity Advent Calendar is available starting September 1 while supplies last! It is item 168589 and costs $99. It includes exclusive dies, paper, coloring tools, cards and envelopes, embellishments, and more – plus, a bonus stamp set! It is only available while supplies last though, so don’t wait to order! Purchasing the advent calendar qualifies you to buy the Product of the Month.
You can place an online order for the 12 Days Of Creativity Advent Calendar by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Celebrate World Card Making Day with other crafters during the Virtual Card Retreat! During this two-day virtual event, you’ll craft along with Stampin’ Up!™ staff as they go through the step-by-step process of creating 15 fabulous cards using the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit. Craft with others who love cardmaking, learn new techniques, and connect on a personal level with fellow crafters and Stampin’ Up!™ staff. Stampin’ Up!™ will also have some fun giveaways during the live event!
There is no registration for this event! By purchasing the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit, you’ll get access to the exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream on October 1 – 2 starting at 2 pm (Mountain Time) each day. This event will be presented in English only. After the event, you can access the recorded event videos on the exclusive Facebook group. Videos with English, French, German, and Dutch captioning will be available through the Facebook group within two weeks after the live stream. You’ll receive a card in your kit box that has a link to the exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream. Follow the instructions on the card to access the Facebook group so the Facebook group administrator can admit you. Please allow adequate time (at least 2 to 3 business days) for the group administrator to admit you, at least 48 hours. If you haven’t been admitted, you won’t be able to view the group.
To craft along with the presenters and make 15 cards, you’ll need to purchase the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit. Everyone who purchases a kit will receive a link to the exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream. Stampin’ Up!™ only has a limited number of kits, so make sure to order yours ASAP! The kit includes 2 stamp sets, a die set, designer series paper, two-tone cardstock, white cardstock, gold foil, envelopes, printed precut images, and embellishments. The kit is available in English, French, and German. The kit is item 170632 and costs $165.00. You do earn Stampin’ Rewards with the purchase of this kit and you can use Stampin’ Rewards you’ve earned previously to purchase it!
Please note that the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit is NOT eligible for expedited shipping and if it is included with other Stampin’ Up!™ products, no part of the order is eligible for expedited shipping. So, if you want to participate during the event, please be sure to order your Kit as early as possible!
You can place an online order for the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store!. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
For the best experience during the event, you’ll also want to have the following supplies on hand. If you need to order any of these supplies, you can do so by clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
You’ll also want to have clear blocks, an eraser, a pencil, a ruler, and stamp cleaning supplies handy.
For a sneak peek at the cards you’ll get to make, please click here. Or, check out this video from Stampin’ Up!™ to hear more about the event and get a closer look at some of the projects:
Two weeks before the event, Stampin’ Up!™ will post a Preparation Video on Facebook showing how to cut your paper so you can have everything ready to go before the event. This video will be in English with captions available in English, German, French, and Dutch. They will also post step-by-step directions for each card.
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Happy Stamping!
Stampin’ Up!™ is now offering virtual classes that anyone can order and join! This class will be held live on September 17 at 2 pm (Mountain Time). After the Class, you can still watch the video on demand with captions in English, French, German, and Dutch. You’ll be decorating a 24-box advent calendar.
The cost of the class (access to the Facebook page) is $30.00. It is item 171481. You do earn Stampin’ Rewards on the purchase of a Craft Class By Stampin’ Up!™ and can use Stampin’ Rewards to purchase a Craft Class By Stampin’ Up!™ as well.
It is recommended that you purchase the Advent Treat Boxes from the September – December 2026 Catalog in advance so that you have all the products you’ll need to craft along during the class. The Advent Treat Boxes are item 168534 and cost $15.00.
After you purchase the Craft Class, you’ll receive an email with a link to an exclusive Facebook page. To view this page, you’ll need to enter the name and email address you used when you purchased the class. You’ll also need to enter your Craft Class order number. With this information, the page administrator can admit you to join the page. Please allow adequate time for the page administrator to admit you (at least 24 hours). If you aren’t admitted to the page, you won’t be able to view the class. Once you’re on the Facebook page, you can download the instructions for the projects you’ll make during the class. It is recommended that you review the instructions before you view the class so you can have everything prepped and ready to go.
You can place an online order for the Advent-ures In Christmas Craft Class by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store!. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
You can place an online order for the Advent Treat Boxes by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store!. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
For the best experience during the Craft Class, you’ll also want to have the following supplies on hand in addition to the Advent Treat Boxes. If you need to order any of these products, simply click on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Here are some new products in the Stampin’ Hot Foil Line. Read through the Radiance Awaits Stampin’ Hot Foil Brochure (download it here) for information on what is and isn’t included in the system and simple user instructions. Of course, no project would be complete without a stamped image or two and this brochure highlights coordinating hot foil dies and stamp set bundles designed specifically to enhance the foil artwork in this product line. We even have a bundle that includes a set of decorative masks so you can add color alongside your shimmering foil for even more dimension. Plus, there is a Reverse Hot Foil Die which lets you easily use negative images left on foil scraps so you don’t waste any and some new colors of foil!
Here’s a video from Stampin’ Up!™ on how to use the new Reverse Hot Foil Die.
And, here’s a video from Stampin’ Up!™ about the Smooth Foiling 5″ x 7″ Specialty Paper.
Items could sell out quickly, so be sure to order starting Tuesday, September 1 at midnight (Mountain Time)!
Be sure to check out the brochure to see all the products available and order yours starting September 1 at midnight (MT). If you have Stampin’ Rewards, redeem them with your purchase and save! Purchasing the system qualifies you to buy the Product of the Month. If you haven’t purchased the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine yet, buy the Stampin’ Hot Foil System and use Stampin’ Rewards toward the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Remember, you’ll need a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine to complete the hot foiling process.
Of course, the stamp sets that coordinate with some of the Hot Foil Dies can always be purchased and used separately if you want!
You can place an online order for the Hot Foil System and new products by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Uses Design A Tag Photopolymer Stamp Set and Elegantly Wrapped Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Real Red Cardstock, Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad, Shaded Spruce Cardstock, Basic White Cardstock, Elegantly Wrapped Dies, Softly Woven 3D Embossing Folder, Timeless Metallic 12″ x 12″ Specialty Paper, Specialty Plate, Stampin’ Hot Foil System, Framed & Fabulous Hot Foil Dies, and Green Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls.
Uses Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Spotlight On Nature Dies, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Pecan Pie Cardstock, Pecan Pie Two-Tone Cardstock, Crumb Cake Cardstock, Basic White Cardstock, Detail Scissors, Textured Tree Ring 3D Embossing Folder, Specialty Plate, Glow Of Harvest 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper, Neutrals Jute Combo Pack, Stampin’ Hot Foil System, Sweetly Sentimental Hot Foil Dies, Graceful Evergreen Deer Hot Foil Dies, and Gold Hot Foil Rolls.
Uses Sweet Words & Labels Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Dewdrops Embellishments, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block H, Old Olive Cardstock, Mossy Meadow Cardstock, Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad, Detail Scissors, Sweet Old Friends Dies, Sweet Words & Labels Dies, Silly Old Bear 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, and Mossy Meadow & Very Vanilla 1/4″ Gingham Ribbon.
The Begonia Belle Photopolymer Stamp Set and Glow Of Harvest 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper are both Products Of The Month. They are It is available for just $5 each with a qualifying purchase each while supplies last.
The products listed in italics are sneak peeks from the upcoming September-December 2026 Catalog, September 2026 Online Exclusives, or new Radiance Awaits Stampin’ Hot Foil Line. They will be available for purchase starting tomorrow (September 1).
In the meantime, you can place an online order for the other products used on these cards by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Here are the cards everyone got to make during my August Christmas Card Camp over the weekend.
Uses Christmas Crew Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Impressions Plate, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block C, Real Red Cardstock, Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad, Real Red Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Garden Green Cardstock, Basic White Cardstock, Adhesive-Backed Mini Christmas Buttons, Specialty Plate, Stampin’ Hot Foil System, Red Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls, Magical Christmas Hot Foil Dies, Elegantly Wrapped Impressions Dies, and Christmas Crew Dies.
The Whispering Woods 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper is the Making A Difference Program product for 2026. With every purchase of this gorgeous paper, Stampin’ Up!™ will donate $3 to organizations that help spread holiday cheer.
Uses Frosted Pinecones Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Adhesive Sheets, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block F, Clear Block H, Uninked Stampin’ Pad & White Craft Refill, Pecan Pie Cardstock, Pecan Pie Classic Stampin’ Pad, Crumb Cake Cardstock, Basic White Cardstock, Frosted Pinecones Dies, Gold Adhesive-Backed Dots, Neutrals Jute Combo Pack, and Detail Scissors.
Uses Traditional Labels Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Silicone Craft Sheet, Clear Block H, Misty Moonlight Cardstock, Peaceful Pine Cardstock, Peaceful Pine Classic Stampin’ Pad, Botanical Expressions Die, Detail Scissors, Misty Moonlight 1/4″ Checkered Trim, All Wrapped Up 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper, and Adhesive-Backed Sparkle Sequins.
Uses Wrapped Greenery Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block E, Cherry Cobbler Cardstock, Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin’ Pad, Real Red Cardstock, Real Red Two-Tone Cardstock, Shaded Spruce Cardstock, Wrapped Greenery Dies, Softly Woven 3D Embossing Folder, Adhesive-Backed Sparkle Sequins, Cherry Cobbler & White 1″ Striped Grosgrain Ribbon, Detail Scissors, Stampin’ Hot Foil System, Classic Greetings Hot Foil Dies, and Red Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls.
The products listed in italics are sneak peeks from the upcoming September-December 2026 Catalog or new Radiance Awaits Stampin’ Hot Foil Line. They will be available for purchase starting September 1.
In the meantime, you can place an online order for the other products used on these cards by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
The products listed in italics are sneak peeks from the upcoming September-December 2026 Catalog. They will be available for purchase starting September 1.
In the meantime, you can place an online order for the other products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
For crafters, it is already time to start thinking about Christmas and getting a head-start on our projects. I used the Frosted Pinecones Bundle that will be available in the new catalog starting September 1 to make this pretty Christmas card.
Uses Frosted Pinecones Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block F, Clear Block H, Sponge Daubers, Small Blending Brushes, Uninked Stampin’ Pad & White Craft Refill, Mossy Meadow Cardstock, Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad, Pecan Pie Classic Stampin’ Pad, Crumb Cake Cardstock, Crumb Cake Classic Stampin’ Pad, Detail Scissors, Gold Striped 3/8″ Mesh Ribbon, Frosted Pinecones Dies, Gold Adhesive-Backed Dots, Frosted Pinecones Decorative Masks, washi tape or Post-It Notes, and pencil or pen.
The products listed in italics are sneak peeks from the upcoming September-December 2026 Catalog. They will be available for purchase starting September 1.
In the meantime, you can place an online order for the other products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Our grandson goes back to school on Monday. I can’t believe he’s already a 5th grader! I made this fun fold card using the Cutest Crew Bundle to send him to wish him well on his first day back at school.
Uses Cutest Crew Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Party Banners Dies, Everyday Essentials Mix & Match 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block C, Clear Block H, Basic Black Hybrid Stampin’ Pad, Cajun Craze Cardstock, Misty Moonlight Cardstock, Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin’ Pad, Gray Granite Cardstock, Basic White Cardstock, Detail Scissors, Strawberries & Dots, Misty Moonlight 1/4″ Checkered Trim, and Cutest Crew Dies.
The Everyday Essentials Mix & Match 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper is one of the papers included in the sale going on this month at 15% off.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
The Metallic Magic Craft Class was held on July 23, but I was enjoying a family vacation then so I was unable to watch live. I finally got the chance to watch the first couple of videos and stamp along to make the first two cards.
Here are the first two cards I made with each set of pictures showing the outside of the card and the envelope and then the inside of the card. I can’t give you any directions or measurements. You’ll have to purchase the Metallic Magic Craft Class for yourself to get those! This class is included for FREE when you purchase the Stampin’ Hot Foil System & Craft Class by January 4, 2027 or you can purchase the class separately. You’ll be glad you did as it will teach you lots of tips and tricks for using the new Hot Foil System products.
Uses Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Basic White Medium Envelopes, Everyday Essentials Mix & Match 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, 2026-2028 In Color Dots, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Small Blending Brushes, Crisp Cantaloupe Classic Stampin’ Pad, Golden Glow Two-Tone Cardstock, Basic White Cardstock, Basic White Thick Cardstock, Stampin’ Hot Foil System, Gold Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls, Silver Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls, Butterfly Flight Hot Foil Dies, Butterfly Flight Decorative Masks, Classic Greetings Hot Foil Dies, and washi tape or Post-It Notes.
Uses Botanical Glow Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Basic White Medium Envelopes, Window Sheets, Everyday Essentials Mix & Match 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, 2026-2028 In Color Dots, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Small Blending Brushes, Crisp Cantaloupe Classic Stampin’ Pad, Golden Glow Classic Stampin’ Pad, Peaceful Pine Classic Stampin’ Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Basic White Thick Cardstock, Stampin’ Hot Foil System, Gold Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls, Silver Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls, Botanical Glow Hot Foil Die, Butterfly Flight Hot Foil Dies, Butterfly Flight Decorative Masks, Classic Greetings Hot Foil Dies, and washi tape or Post-It Notes.
You can find out more about the Metallic Magic Craft Class on my blog post here.
You can place an online order for the class and products used in the class by simply clicking on the images below. This will take you directly to my online store!. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Ready for some sneak peeks? The Sunflower Fields Suite Collection, which includes the Radiant Sunflowers Bundle, will be available for purchase starting September 1 through the September-December 2026 Catalog. I used these products to make this pretty card which I’m sending to a Team Member to congratulate her on her recent sales.
Uses Radiant Sunflowers Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Nested Essentials Dies, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Bone Folder, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Basic Black Hybrid Stampin’ Pad, Golden Glow Shimmer Brush, Medium Deep Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Medium Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Cajun Craze Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Old Olive Cardstock, Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad, Golden Glow Cardstock, Golden Glow Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Basic White Cardstock, Radiant Sunflowers Dies, Sunflower Fields 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, Radiant Foils 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper, Radiant Gems, Neutrals Jute Combo Pack, Mossy Meadow & Very Vanilla 1/4″ Gingham Ribbon, and Detail Scissors.
The products listed in italics are sneak peeks from the upcoming September-December 2026 Catalog. They will be available for purchase starting September 1.
In the meantime, you can place an online order for the other products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I used the Sweet Old Friends and Sweet Words & Labels Bundles, available as Online Exclusives, to make this sweet card. I’m sending it to a customer as a belated birthday card.
Uses Sweet Old Friends Photopolymer Stamp Set and Sweet Words & Labels Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Stylish Shapes Dies, 2026-2028 In Color Dots, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Bone Folder, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Clear Block E, Basic Black Hybrid Stampin’ Pad, Golden Glow Shimmer Brush, Cajun Craze Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Pecan Pie Classic Stampin’ Pad, Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Golden Glow Cardstock, Golden Glow Classic Stampin’ Pad, Golden Glow Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Very Vanilla Cardstock, 2026-2028 In Color Gingham Gallery 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, Detail Scissors, Sweet Old Friends Dies, Sweet Words & Labels Dies, and Neutrals Jute Combo Pack.
The Very Vanilla Cardstock is one of the papers included in the sale going on this month at 15% off.
The Neutrals Jute Combo Pack is a sneak peek from the upcoming September-December 2026 Catalog. It will be available for purchase starting September 1.
In the meantime, you can place an online order for the other products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.