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.
Uses Poppin’ By Cling Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Stampin’ Mist Stamp Cleaner and/or Simply Shammy, Stampin’ Seal, Adhesive Sheets, Basic White Cardstock, Basic Black Cardstock, Darling Duckling Cardstock, Darling Duckling Classic Stampin’ Pad, Real Red Cardstock, Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad, Strawberry Slush & Pretty In Pink Gems, Poppin’ By Dies, and Stampin’ Scrub.
Uses Sunrise Sailing Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Clear Block E, Clear Block H, Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals, Stampin’ Seal, Basic White Cardstock, Cloud Cover Cardstock, Secret Sea Cardstock, Secret Sea Classic Stampin’ Pad, Cajun Craze Classic Stampin’ Pad, Sunrise Sailing Hybrid Embossing Folder, and Country Lace 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper.
Here is a link to the directions for the Sunrise Sailing Fun Fold Wishes Boat card. Uses Sweet Jar Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Stampin’ Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Basic White Cardstock, Pretty In Pink Cardstock, Pretty In Pink Classic Stampin’ Pad, Strawberry Slush Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin’ Pad, Smoky Slate Cardstock, Smoky Slate Classic Stampin’ Pad, Celebratory Sips 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders, Strawberry Slush & Pretty Ink Pink Gems, Sweet Jar Builder Punch, Everyday Arches Dies, Hole Punch Assortment, and Baker’s Twine Three Color Pack.
Uses Tags To Go Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Happy Labels Pick A Punch, Clear Block H, Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals, Stampin’ Seal, Tuxedo Black Memento Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Shy Shamrock Cardstock, On The Go 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, and Pack Your Bags Twine Three Pack.
You can place an online order for some of the 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.
I made this gorgeous card using the new Gallery Blooms Bundle and Beautiful Motifs Set as a Mother’s Day card for my mother-in-law. It was strange not making two cards for Mother’s Day this year.
Uses Gallery Blooms Photopolymer Stamp Set and Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Damask Designs Embossing Folder, Pressed Flower Motifs, Basic Beige 3/8″ Classic Ribbon, Beautiful Gallery 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper, Gallery Blooms Dies, Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Happy Labels Pick A Punch, Clear Block C, Clear Block E, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Timid Tiger Cardstock, Early Espresso Cardstock, and Early Espresso Classic Stampin’ Pad.
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 young nephew is celebrating his birthday this weekend. I made this cute card using the Peekaboo Forest Bundle and Spring Corners Bundles, both Online Exclusives, to send to him.
Uses Peekaboo Forest Photopolymer Stamp Set and Spring Corners Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block E, Clear Block H, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Tuxedo Black Memento Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Balmy Blue Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Azure Afternoon Cardstock, Berry Burst Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Old Olive Cardstock, Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Pecan Pie Cardstock, Pecan Pie Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Crumb Cake Cardstock, Peekaboo Forest Dies, Spring Corners Dies, and Holographic Resin Dots.
The Peekaboo Forest Bundle, Peekaboo Forest Photopolymer Stamp Set, Peekaboo Forest Dies, Spring Corners Bundle, Spring Corners Photopolymer Stamp Set, Spring Corners Dies, and Holographic Resin Dots are all available as Online Exclusives.
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 made this super fun card using the new Notes & Totes Bundle in the new annual catalog. These products are now available! I sent this card to one of my Team Members to congratulate her on her sales.
Uses Notes & Totes Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Shades Of Green Hexagons, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Notes & Totes Dies, Take Your Pick, Paper Snips Scissors, Grid Paper, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Stampin' Mist Stamp Cleaner, Simply Shammy, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Mini Glue Dots, Adhesive Sheets, Textured Metallic 12" x 12" Specialty Paper, Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush, Basic Black Cardstock, Calypso Coral Cardstock, Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad, Lost Lagoon Cardstock, Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad, Pool Party Cardstock, Crumb Cake Cardstock, Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad, Otterly Adorable 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Lost Lagoon Soft Cording, and Stampin' Scrub.
The Otterly Adorable 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Lost Lagoon Soft Cording, and Stampin' Scrub are all available as Online Exclusives.
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 new Poppin' By Bundle available soon as an Online Exclusive to make this fun card. I'm sending it to some customers as a thank you.
Uses Poppin' By Cling Stamp Set plus Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Clear Block H, Sponge Daubers, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Adhesive-Backed Sequins Trio, Stampin' Seal, Paper Trimmer, Daffodil Delight Cardstock, Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad, Real Red Cardstock, Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, and Poppin' By Dies.
The Adhesive-Backed Sequins Trio is retiring and ison sale for $5.60. Retiring products are only available while supplies last.
The Poppin' By Bundle, Poppin' By Cling Stamp Set, and Poppin' By Dies will be available as Online Exclusives starting May 6.
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.
One of my customers recently moved into a new apartment so she'd be closer to her daughter. I used the fun Tags To Go Bundle, an Online Exclusive, to make this card for her.
Uses Tags To Go Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Labeled With Love Punch, Clear Block C, Take Your Pick, Textured Metallic 12" x 12" Specialty Paper, Stampin' Seal, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Paper Trimmer, Shy Shamrock Cardstock, Basic White Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad, Tags To Go Dies, On the Go Puffy Stickers, On The Go 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Pack Your Bags Twine Three Pack, Strawberry Slush & Pretty In Pink Gems, and Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders.
The Strawberry Slush Cardstock and Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad will be available when the new catalog goes live on May 6. The Strawberry Slush & Pretty In Pink Gems and Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders are Online Exclusives that will be available starting May 6.
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.
The Sunrise Sailing Bundle, Sunrise Sailing Photopolymer Stamp Set, Sunrise Sailing Hybrid Embossing Folder, and 2025-2027 In Color Stampin' Write Markers are all Online Exclusives that will be available starting May 6.
The Basic White Thick Cardstock, Cloud Cover Cardstock, Secret Sea Cardstock, and Secret Sea Classic Stampin' Pad will be available when the new catalog goes live on May 6.
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.
One of my customers just had another great-granddaughter born. My customer loves hedgehogs, so I used the hedgie in the Peekaboo Forest Set to make this cute new baby card for her.
Uses Peekaboo Forest Photopolymer Stamp Set and Storybook Friends Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Clear Block H, Grid Paper, 2024-2026 In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment, Peach Pie 3/8" Bordered Ribbon, Stampin' Seal, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Paper Trimmer, Stylish Shapes Dies, Stampin' Up! Masking Paper, Brights Marker Assortment, Cajun Craze Cardstock, Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad, Neutrals Marker Assortment, Peach Pie Cardstock, Shy Shamrock Cardstock, 2024-2026 In Color Marker Assortment, Basic White Cardstock, and Peekaboo Forest Dies.
The Peekaboo Forest Bundle, Peekaboo Forest Photopolymer Stamp Set, and Peekaboo Forest Dies are all Online Exclusives.
The 2024-2026 In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment is retiring and is on sale for $7.50.
Retiring products are only available while supplies last.
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.
A couple of my customer friends are dealing with cancer right now. I made this pretty card using the retiring Painted Lavender Set and some retiring accessories for each of them to let them know I'm keeping them in my thoughts.
Uses Painted Lavender Photopolymer Stamp Set and Unbounded Love Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Simply Shammy and/or Stampin' Mist Stamp Cleaner and Stampin' Scrub, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Take Your Pick, Perennial Lavender Designer Series Paper, Pretty Peacock & Gold 3/8" Metallic Ribbon, Petal Pink & Pretty Peacock Foiled Gems, Stampin' Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Adhesive Sheets, Paper Trimmer, Subtles Marker Assortment, Shaded Spruce Cardstock, Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin' Pad, Gorgeous Grape Cardstock, Regals Marker Assortment, Basic White Cardstock, and Linked Together Dies.
The Painted Lavender Photopolymer Stamp Set is retiring and is on sale for $14.00. ThePretty Peacock & Gold 3/8" Metallic Ribbon is retiring and is on sale for $5.95. The Petal Pink & Pretty Peacock Foiled Gems are retiring and areon sale for $6.40. The Linked Together Dies are also retiring.
Retiring products are only available while supplies last.
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.
While we were in Florida for my Mom's funeral, my husband's uncle and his wife met us for dinner one night. It was really good to see them and catch up. I made this fun card using some sneak peek products like the Cheers & Sips Bundle to thank them for meeting us.
Uses Cheers & Sips Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Iridescent 1/2" Striped Trim, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Labeled With Love Punch, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Take Your Pick, Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush, Stampin' Seal, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Paper Trimmer, Brights Marker Assortment, Pretty In Pink Cardstock, 2024-2026 In Color Marker Assortment, Basic White Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad, Cheers & Sips Dies, Glass & Gardens Embossing Folder, Celebratory Sips 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Strawberry Slush & Pretty In Pink Gems, and 2025-2027 In Color Stampin' Write Markers.
The Strawberry Slush Cardstock and Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad will be available when the new annual catalog goes live on May 6. The Cheers & Sips Bundle, Cheers & Sips Photopolymer Stamp Set, Cheers & Sips Dies, Celebratory Sips 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Strawberry Slush & Pretty In Pink Gems, Glass & Gardens Embossing Folder, and 2025-2027 In Color Stampin' Write Markers will be available as an Online Exclusive starting in May.
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.