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.
I used the Storybook Life Stamp Set found in the online January 2025 Scrapbooking Brochure, some sneak peek products, and some retiring dies to make this quick and easy Easter card. I'm sending it to one of my nieces.
Uses Storybook Life Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block E, Take Your Pick, Stampin' Seal, Paper Trimmer, Countryside Corners Dies, Basic White Cardstock, Storybook Moments 12" x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper, 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls, Strawberry Slush Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad, and 2025-2027 In Color Stampin' Write Markers.
The Countryside Corners Dies are retiring and are on sale for just $19.60. They are only available while supplies last.
The 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls, Strawberry Slush Cardstock, and Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad will be available when the new annual catalog goes live on May 6. The 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.
I used the retiring Citrus Blooms Set along with some sneak peek products to make this pretty card. I'm sending it to a childhood friend who came to my Mom's funeral to let her know that I appreciate her being there and that it was good to catch up with her.
Uses Citrus Blooms Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Stampin' Dimensionals, Labeled With Love Punch, Clear Block C, Clear Block E, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Stampin' Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Paper Trimmer, VersaMark Ink Pad, Metallics Wow! Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Embossing Additions Tool Kit, 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls, Timid Tiger Cardstock, Timid Tiger Classic Stampin' Pad, Darling Duckling Cardstock, and Gold Striped 3/8" Mesh Ribbon.
The 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls, Timid Tiger Cardstock, Timid Tiger Classic Stampin' Pad, and Darling Duckling Cardstock will be available when the new annual catalog goes live on May 6. The Gold Striped 3/8" Mesh Ribbon 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.
Want a sneak peek at some of the new products that will be available from Stampin' Up!™ soon? Here you go! I made this punny card as a thank you for a friend. It uses some new In Colors products and the new Poppin' By Bundle that will be available as an Online Exclusive soon.
Uses Poppin' By Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Simply Shammy and/or Stampin' Mist Stamp Cleaner and Stampin' Scrub, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Stampin' Seal, Adhesive Sheets, Paper Trimmer, Stylish Shapes Dies, Basic White Cardstock, 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls, Strawberry Slush Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad, Darling Duckling Cardstock, Darling Duckling Classic Stampin' Pad, Poppin' By Dies, and Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders.
The 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls, Strawberry Slush Cardstock, Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad, Darling Duckling Cardstock and Darling Duckling Classic Stampin' Pad will be available when the new annual catalog goes live on May 6. The Poppin' By Bundle, Poppin' By Cling Stamp Set, Poppin' By Dies, and Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders will be available as Online Exclusives 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.
My husband and I LOVE to travel, so the On The Go Suite Collection was a must-have group of products for me! We recently returned from a wonderful, but very rainy, trip to Spain. We always buy treats for our boys while on trips. Here's a card made with the Tags To Go Set and a coordinating tag, box, and belly band that I created for the goodies we bought our younger son and son-in-law. Our older son and grandson live close by, so they just got the goodies direct from our suitcase. Our grandson actually requested cheese for one of his treats. He loves manchego cheese and knows it comes from Spain. We found him some along with some of the same caramelized sunflower seeds and some non-chocolate candy.
Uses Tags To Go Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Clear Block B, Clear Block H, Happy Labels Pick A Punch, Take Your Pick, Textured Metallic 12" x 12" Specialty Paper, Stampin' Seal, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Adhesive Sheets, Paper Trimmer, Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad, Melon Mambo Cardstock, Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad, Azure Afternoon Cardstock, Crushed Curry Cardstock, Tags To Go Dies, On The Go 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, On The Go Puffy Stickers, Pack Your Bags Twine Three Pack, Suitcase Treat Boxes, Hole Punch Assortment, 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls, and Strawberry Slush Cardstock.
Uses Tags To Go Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Clear Block B, Take Your Pick, Textured Metallic 12" x 12" Specialty Paper, Stampin' Seal, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Adhesive Sheets, Paper Trimmer, Melon Mambo Cardstock, Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad, Tags To Go Dies, On The Go 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, On The Go Puffy Stickers, Pack Your Bags Twine Three Pack, and Hole Punch Assortment.
The 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls and Strawberry Slush Cardstock will be available when the new annual catalog goes live on May 6.
You can place an online order for the other products used on these projects 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 gentleman I mentioned in yesterday's post was also the father-in-law of another customer of mine. So, I made this simple thinking of you card using the Wonderful Thoughts Set to send to her.
Uses Wonderful Thoughts Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block C, Take Your Pick, Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper, 2023-2025 In Color Opaque Sparkle Dots, Stampin' Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Paper Trimmer, Misty Moonlight Cardstock, Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad, To The Point Label Punch, and White 1/2" Woven Ribbon.
Don't forget that the 2023-2025 In Color products are retiring soon.
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.
Don't forget that the Pebbled Path products are retiring soon.
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.
Our new son-in-law has been having some stomach pains lately. Apparently, he has peptic ulcers. I made this card for him using the star image in the new Arched Wishes Set to let him know we are thinking of him and to wish him well.
Uses Arched Wishes Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Clear Block B, Wanted To Say Dies, Take Your Pick, Bright & Beautiful Designer Series Paper, Pretty Peacock & Gold 3/8" Metallic Ribbon, Stampin' Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Adhesive Sheets, Paper Trimmer, Lost Lagoon Cardstock, Pretty Peacock Cardstock, and Pretty Peacock 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! Please use Host Code FN2S6DU3when you place your order. 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! Please use Host Code FN2S6DU3when you place your order. 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! Please use Host Code FN2S6DU3when you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I heat embossed some of the flower images from the Painted Lavender Set and then colored over them with Stampin' Blends to make this pretty birthday card for a friend.
Uses Painted Lavender Photopolymer Stamp Set and Unbounded Love Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Iridescent 1/2" Striped Trim, Unbounded Love Dies, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block C, Clear Block D, Clear Block H, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Perennial Lavender Designer Series Paper, Gold & Silver 1/8" Trim Combo Pack, Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels, Stampin' Seal, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Paper Trimmer, VersaMark Ink Pad, Basics Wow! Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Embossing Additions Tool Kit, Highland Heather Cardstock, Highland Heather Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Shaded Spruce Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Gorgeous Grape Cardstock, Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad, and Blackberry Bliss Stampin' Blends Combo Pack.
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! Please use Host Code FN2S6DU3when you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.