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.
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.
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.
Here's another card I'm sending to a customer who played along with my New Catalog Scavenger Hunt. She said Secret Sea was her favorite new In Color. I used the Framed Scenes Bundle and Textured Notes Set from Online Exclusives to make this card.
Uses Framed Scenes Cling Stamp Set and Textured Notes Cling Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine on Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Stampin' Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Secret Sea 3/8" Faux Linen Ribbon, Basic White Cardstock, Cloud Cover Cardstock, Secret Sea Cardstock, Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad, Pecan Pie Cardstock, Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad, Neutral Matte Dots, and Framed Scenes Dies.
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.
I used the Joseph’s Coat technique to create this fun fireworks card for July 4th using the Sunshine Vibes Set. I really hope our country gets back on the right track soon.
Uses Sunshine Vibes Photopolymer Stamp Set and Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Heat Tool, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Stampin’ Mist Stamp Cleaner and/or Simply Shammy, Stampin’ Seal, Sponge Daubers, Stampin’ Brayer, VersaMark Pad, Basics Wow! Embossing Powder, Basic White Cardstock, Secret Sea Classic Stampin’ Pad, Real Red Cardstock, Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad, Blueberry Bushel Cardstock, Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin’ Pad, Shimmer Star Foam Stickers, White 1/2″ Woven Ribbon, Stampin’ Scrub, Embossing Additions Tool Kit, and tissue or paper towel.
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.
I love how easy it is to make pretty cards with the Extraordinary Flora Washi Tape. I used it with a sentiment from the Storybook Life Set, a carryover product, to make this card which I'm sending to a customer who played along with my New Catalog Scavenger Hunt. She said Strawberry Slush was her favorite new In Color.
Uses Storybook Life Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Extraordinary Flora Washi Tape, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Stampin' Seal, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Basic White Cardstock, Petunia Pop Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad, Petunia Pop 1/4" Iridescent Ribbon, and Silicone Craft Sheet.
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.
I used products from the new Painterly Pears Suite Collection, including the Perfectly Pears Bundle, to make this pretty, fun fold card. I'm sending it to a customer who played along with my New Catalog Scavenger Hunt and indicated that Darling Duckling is her favorite new In Color.
Uses Perfectly Pears Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stylish Shapes Dies, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Sponge Daubers, Basic White Cardstock, Darling Duckling Cardstock, Darling Duckling Classic Stampin' Pad, Old Olive Cardstock, Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad, Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad, Perfectly Pears Dies, Painterly Pears 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Low Profile Sparkle Dots, and Mossy Meadow & Gold 1/4" Trim.
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 new Party Celebrations Set, now available as an Online Exclusive from Stampin’ Up!™, is perfect for making quick and easy cards for lots of occasions. I used it here to make a fun birthday card that went out recently.
Uses Party Celebrations Photopolymer Stamp Set and Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block C, Stampin’ Mist Stamp Cleaner and/or Simply Shammy, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Stampin’ Seal, Basic White Cardstock, Pretty In Pink Classic Stampin’ Pad, Peach Pie Classic Stampin’ Pad, Shy Shamrock Classic Stampin’ Pad, Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin’ Pad, Petunia Pop Cardstock, Petunia Pop Classic Stampin’ Pad, Shimmer Star Foam Stickers, and Stampin’ Scrub.
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.
Today is the last chance to take advantage of the Suite Sale from Stampin’ Up!™ and save! I used the Suite Sale to order the Boho Vibes Suite Collection, which includes the Sunshine Vibes Stamp Set. I used the products to make this fun card which I’m sending to one of my customers who played along with my New Catalog Scavenger Hunt and indicated that Secret Sea is her favorite new In Color.
Uses Sunshine Vibes Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Muted Palette Dots, Boho Vibes 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper, Take Your Pick, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Labeled With Love Punch, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Stampin’ Seal, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Secret Sea 3/8″ Faux Linen Ribbon, Basic White Cardstock, Secret Sea Cardstock, Secret Sea Classic Stampin’ Pad, Cajun Craze Cardstock, Cajun Craze Classic Stampin’ Pad, Hole Punch Assortment, and pencil.
All products highlighted in blue italics above are included in the Suite Sale from Stampin’ Up!™ where you can buy one item and get a second at 50%!
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.
There are only a couple of days left to take advantage of the Suite Sale from Stampin’ Up!™ Here’s a pretty birthday card I made using the Inspiring Imperfections Bundle and several other products you can save on during the sale.
Uses Inspiring Imperfections Photopolymer Stamp Set and Beautiful Butterflies Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Inspiring Imperfections Dies, Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Heat Tool, Take Your Pick, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block H, Stampin’ Seal, Adhesive Sheets, VersaMark Pad, Tuxedo Black Memento Pad, Basics Wow! Embossing Powder, Basic White Cardstock, Basic White Thick Cardstock, Basic Black Cardstock, Botanical Textures 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, Neutral Matte Dots, and Embossing Additions Tool Kit.
All products highlighted in blue italics above are included in the Suite Sale from Stampin’ Up!™ where you can buy one item and get a second at 50%!
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.
My niece in the Coast Guard was recently promoted. I made her this card using the Sunrise Sailing Bundle and a bit of Boho Vibes Designer Paper to let her know that we are proud of her. This card also uses some sneak peek embellishments from the upcoming July Online Exclusives.
Uses Sunrise Sailing Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Boho Vibes 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Basic White Cardstock, Basic White Thick Cardstock, Cloud Cover Cardstock, Secret Sea Cardstock, Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad, Sunrise Sailing Hybrid Embossing Folder, Spotlight On Nature Dies, and Shimmer Star Foam Stickers.
The Boho Vibes 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper highlighted in blue italics above is included in the Suite Sale from Stampin' Up!™ where you can buy one item and get a second at 50%! The Shimmer Star Foam Stickers are a sneak peek and will be available as an Online Exclusives starting in July.
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.
Here’s a pretty card I sent out as a belated birthday card this month. It uses the Beautiful Motifs Set, which is available as part of the Suite Sale.
Uses Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Damask Designs Embossing Folder, Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Stylish Shapes Dies, Clear Block H, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Tuxedo Black Memento Pad, Very Vanilla Cardstock, Basic Black Cardstock, Botanical Textures 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, Neutral Matte Dots, and Black & Very Vanilla 3/8″ Large Check Ribbon.
All products highlighted in blue italics above are included in the Suite Sale from Stampin’ Up!™ where you can buy one item and get a second at 50%!
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.
Here’s another pretty birthday card I created to send out this month. I used the beautiful Inspiring Imperfections Bundle to make it and another sneak peek ribbon from upcoming Online Exclusives.
Uses Inspiring Imperfections Photopolymer Stamp Set and Year Of Flowers Cling Stamp Set plus Inspiring Imperfections Dies, Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Layers Of Beauty Dies, Take Your Pick, Take Your Pick Crafter Tips, Grid Paper, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Stampin’ Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Mini Glue Dots, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Iridescent Faceted Gems, Basic White Cardstock, Lost Lagoon Cardstock, Fresh Freesia Cardstock, Berry Burst Cardstock, Berry Burst Classic Stampin’ Pad, Subtles Stampin’ Write Markers, and Petunia Pop 1/4″ Iridescent Ribbon.
All products highlighted in blue italics above are included in the Suite Sale from Stampin’ Up!™ where you can buy one item and get a second at 50%! The Petunia Pop 1/4″ Iridescent Ribbon is a sneak peek and will be available as an Online Exclusives starting in July.
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.