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 Sending Love Set and coordinating dies to make this fun card which I sent out to a Team Member recently as a belated birthday card.
Uses Sending Love Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, 2024-2026 In Color Resin Dots, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Sending Love Dies, Clear Block B, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, 2024-2026 In Color 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper Assortment, Stampin' Seal, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Adhesive Sheets, Paper Trimmer, Pretty In Pink Cardstock, Petunia Pop Cardstock, and Petunia Pop 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 EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Wooo hooo! The September – December 2024 Mini Catalog goes live today! It is chock full of amazing products! One of my favorites is the gorgeous Splendid Autumn 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper. I used some of the floral patterns in it along with the "oops" sentiment from the Cheerful Daisies Set to make this pretty cards. I sent them out as belated birthday cards. I used the same basic layout for each them, just changing the orientation and the colors used. Which one do you like better – purple or yellow?
Uses Cheerful Daisies Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Iridescent 1/2" Striped Trim, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block C, Take Your Pick, Perennial Postage Dies, Purple Fine Shimmer Gems, Stampin' Seal, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Paper Trimmer, Timber 3D Embossing Folder, Fresh Freesia Cardstock, Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad, Mossy Meadow Cardstock, Basic White Cardstock, and Splendid Autumn 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper.
You can place an online order for the products used on these cards by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
The final card we made in August Club Class uses the Online Exclusive Greetings Of The Season Set and some new products from Mini Catalog available starting tomorrow (September 4).
Uses Greetings Of The Season Photopolymer Stamp Set and Falling Snow Cling Background Stamp plus Paper Snips Scissors, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block F, Clear Block H, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush, Stampin' Seal, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Paper Trimmer, Lost Lagoon Classic Stampin' Pad, Pool Party Cardstock, Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, White Loose Snowflakes, Snowy Scenes 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, and Frozen Edges Dies.
The Falling Snow Cling Background Stamp, White Loose Snowflakes, Snowy Scenes 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, and Frozen Edges Dies will be available to customers when the September – December 2024 Mini Catalog goes live tomorrow (September 4).
The Greetings Of The Season Photopolymer Stamp Set is part of the Online Exclusives and can only be found online.
In the meantime, you can place an online order for the rest of 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 EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
We made this quick and easy Christmas card during August Club Class. It uses the some heat embossing, the Reindeer Fun Bundle, and the gorgeous Gold Dipped Mix & Match Cards & Envelopes coming soon.
Uses Reindeer Fun Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Dimensionals, Modern Oval Punch, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block C, Clear Block D, Take Your Pick, Gold Foil Sheets, Gold & Silver 1/8" Trim Combo Pack, Mini Glue Dots, Paper Trimmer, VersaMark Ink Pad, Metallics Wow! Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Embossing Additions Tool Kit, Garden Green Cardstock, Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad, Pecan Pie Cardstock, Gold Dipped Mix & Match Cards & Envelopes, and Reindeer Fun Dies.
The Reindeer Fun Bundle, Reindeer Fun Photopolymer Stamp Set, Reindeer Fun Dies, and Gold Dipped Mix & Match Cards & Envelopes will be available to customers when the September – December 2024 Mini Catalog goes live on September 4.
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! Please use Host Code EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
The new Light The Year Bundle in the upcoming Mini Catalog makes beautiful cards for the holidays. We used it in August Club Class to make this pretty card.
Uses Light The Year Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Take Your Pick, Stampin' Seal, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Paper Trimmer, Subtles Marker Assortment, Brights Marker Assortment, Shaded Spruce Cardstock, Misty Moonlight Cardstock, Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad, Gray Granite Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Shaded Spruce 1/2" Satin & Sheer Ribbon, Winterly Tree Tops Dies, and Light The Year Dies.
The Light The Year Bundle, Light The Year Photopolymer Stamp Set, Light The Year Dies, Shaded Spruce 1/2" Satin & Sheer Ribbon, and Winterly Tree Tops Dies will be available to customers when the September – December 2024 Mini Catalog goes live on September 4.
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! Please use Host Code EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
We used the Hang An Ornament Bundle from the upcoming Mini Catalog to make a fun, interactive gift card holder during August Club Class. The ornament on the front of the card peels up so the recipient can hang it on their tree and still enjoy a message underneath the ornament as well as a gift card!
Uses Hang An Ornament 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 D, Take Your Pick, Stampin' Seal, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Paper Trimmer, Stylish Shapes Dies, Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad, Garden Green Cardstock, Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic Beige Cardstock, Sentimental Christmas 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Cherry Cobbler & Gold 1/4" Satin Ribbon, Regal Distressed Patterns 12" x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper, Hang An Ornament Dies, and Cherry Cobbler & Pearl Adhesive-Backed Berries.
Here is what the template you create for stamping the ornament image on the squares looks like on the left. On the right, is what is revealed when the perforated ornament is removed from the card front.
The Hang An Ornament Bundle, Hang An Ornament Photopolymer Stamp Set, Hang An Ornament Dies, Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper, Cherry Cobbler & Gold 1/4" Satin Ribbon, and Regal Distressed Patterns 12" x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper will be available to customers when the September – December 2024 Mini Catalog goes live on September 4.
The Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper is part of Stampin' Up!™'s Making A Difference program for this year. For every pack of this paper sold, Stampin' Up!™ will make a $3 donation to children's literacy organizations. This includes this paper when it is sold as part of the Sentimental Christmas Suite Collection.
The Cherry Cobbler & Pearl Adhesive-Backed Berries are part of Online Exclusives and can only be found online.
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! Please use Host Code EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
We played with sneak peek products from the upcoming September – December 2024 Mini Catalog during my August Club Class. This first card uses some of the products in the Splendid Autumn Suite Collection, including the Autumn Expressions Bundle.
Uses Autumn Expressions Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Clear Block D, Take Your Pick, Stampin' Seal, Paper Trimmer, Wild Wheat Cardstock, Moody Mauve Cardstock, Moody Mauve Classic Stampin' Pad, Very Vanilla Cardstock, Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder, Woven Golden Leaves, Wild Wheat 3/8" Rustic Striped Ribbon, Splendid Autumn 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, and Autumn Expressions Dies.
The Autumn Expressions Bundle, Autumn Expressions Cling Stamp Set, Autumn Expressions Dies, Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder, Woven Golden Leaves, Wild Wheat 3/8" Rustic Striped Ribbon, and Splendid Autumn 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper will be available to customers when the September – December 2024 Mini Catalog goes live on September 4.
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! Please use Host Code EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I found this unique closure small treat box online on a fellow Demonstrator's blog (here). I used it and some of the Mediterrannean Blooms Designer Series Paper on sale this month to make these cute little boxes. I filled them with some votive candles and added a tag stamped with the Something Fancy Set. I gave these to my Club Members who came to Club Class in August as an extra treat.
Uses Something Fancy Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Mediterranean Blooms 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Petal Pink & White 1/4" Diagonal Trim Combo Pack, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Clear Block B, 2023-2025 In Color Jute Trim Pack, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Bone Folder, Paper Trimmer, Stylish Shapes Dies, Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad, Neutrals Marker Assortment, Basic White Cardstock, and handheld circle punch.
The Designer Series Paper Sale which includes the Mediterranean Blooms 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper ends on August 31!
You can place an online order for the products used on these boxes by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Back in July, we were treated to a weekend getaway by my husband's employer. We stayed in a cabin in Deep Creek Lake, MD. They gave us a goody bag filled with snacks and drinks, arranged a couple of picnic meals, and had pontoon boats we could use to go out on the lake. One evening, they showed a movie under the stars as well. We skipped the movie, so we didn't pop the popcorn included in the goody bag. We aren't big popcorn eaters, so I'm regifted the popcorn and the cute paper bags to my Club Members as an extra treat from me along with their July Club Orders. Of course, I had to include a fun tag!
I have to mail one of the orders, so I just wrapped the popcorn bag around the popcorn package and secured it in place with the ribbon and tag. The other ladies got freshly popped popcorn in their bags tied shut with ribbons and tags when they picked up their orders.
Uses Ice Cream Swirl Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Ice Cream Swirl Dies, Sending Love Dies, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Sponge Daubers, Grid Paper, Black & Very Vanilla 3/8" Large Check Ribbon, Stampin' Seal, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Paper Trimmer, Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad, Poppy Parade Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Greetings Of The Season Dies, and Latte Love Dies.
The Greetings Of The Season Dies and Latte Love Dies are part of the Online Exclusives and can only be found online.
You can place an online order for the products used on these tags by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I decorated one of the cute Scalloped Gift Card Boxes with the Hooray For Surprises Set and coordinating dies. I then filled it with retired accessories. This was the extra treat I gave my July Club Host along with her order. When the heart tag is peeled up the message underneath reads "You're The Best" in red.
Uses Hooray For Surprises Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin' Dimensionals, Simply Shammy and/or Stampin' Mist Stamp Cleaner and Stampin' Scrub, Scalloped Gift Card Boxes, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Hooray For Surprises Dies, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Grid Paper, Stampin' Seal, Paper Trimmer, Stylish Shapes Dies, Pool Party Cardstock, Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad, Brights Marker Assortment, Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad, Regals Marker Assortment, Basic White Cardstock, Pool Party 5/8" Pompom Ribbon, Flowering Zinnias 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, and handheld circle punch.
The Flowering Zinnias 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper is part of the Online Exclusives and can only be seen online.
The Pool Party 5/8" Pompom Ribbon will be available to customers when the September – December 2024 Mini Catalog goes live on September 4.
In the meantime, you can place an online order for the other products used on this box by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code EQZMA47Mwhen you place your order to help out my September Club Host, Joy Dryer. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.