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 combined some retiring items, including the Charming Sentiments Set and coordinating Sentiment Silhouettes Dies, with a new background stamp called Leaf Collection to make this pretty birthday card I sent to a customer. I received the Leaf Collection Set for FREE for attending OnStage recently. It will be available for everyone to purchase starting May 1 when the new annual catalog goes into effect.
Uses Charming Sentiments Photopolymer Stamp Set and Leaf Collection Cling Stamp plus Lemon Lime Twist Cardstock, Granny Apple Green Cardstock, Granny Apple Green Classic Stampin' Pad, Stampin' Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, Pastel Adhesive-Backed Sequins, Ribbon Duo Combo Pack, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Clear Block D, Clear Block F, Grid Paper, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, and Sentiment Silhouettes Dies.
The items highlighted in bold are retiring. Some of them (highlighted in bold green) are on sale at up to 50% off starting tomorrow (Tuesday, April 9). Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
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 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I love making monochrome cards! I made this one using the Translucent Florals Set as a birthday card for a customer
Uses Translucent Florals Cling Stamp Set plus Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin' Pad, Lost Lagoon Cardstock, Lost Lagoon Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Basic White Cardstock, Soft Shimmer 12" x 12" Paper Combo Pack, Bright & Beautiful 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, Blooming Pearls, Silver & White 1/2" Sheer Ribbon, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Clear Block B, Clear Block E, and Grid Paper.
The Translucent Florals Stamp Set, Blooming Pearls, and Silver & White 1/2" Sheer Ribbon are carryover items from the last Mini Catalog and are available as part of Online Exclusives. Online Exclusives can be ordered online or through me.
Don't forget to check the online store to see which items are retiring! Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
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 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Don't forget to check the online store to see which items are retiring! Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
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 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
One of my friends recently lost her beloved horse. I made this card using the Carousel Horses Bundle to let her know I'm thinking of her at this sad time.
Uses Carousel Horses Photopolymer Stamp Set and Ringed With Nature Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Early Espresso Cardstock, Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad, Pecan Pie Cardstock, Pecan Pie Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Basic White Cardstock, Color Lifter Stampin' Blends, Glorious Gingham 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, Deep Natural Tones Stampin' Blends, Medium Deep Natural Tones Stampin' Blends, Medium Natural Tones Stampin' Blends, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Seal, Brushed Metallic Dots, Gold 1/8" Faux Leather Trim, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Clear Block B, Clear Block E, Grid Paper, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Carousel Horses Dies, and Stylish Shapes Dies.
Don't forget to check the online store to see which items are retiring! Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
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 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I made these fun Easter treat bags and a matching card using the Excellent Eggs Bundle. I sent one bag and card to my brother and his family which includes my young nephew and I'm giving the other bag and card to my son and grandson.
Uses Excellent Eggs Cling Stamp Set plus Misty Moonlight Cardstock, Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad, Old Olive Cardstock, Fresh Freesia Cardstock, Basic White Cardstock, Window Sheets 12" x 12", Delightfully Eclectic 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Fine-Tip Glue Pen, Night Of Navy 3/8" Bordered Ribbon, Paper Snips Scissors, Bone Folder, Paper Trimmer, Banners Pick A Punch, Easter Bunny Punch, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Clear Block H, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Beautiful Balloons Dies, Excellent Eggs Dies, handheld circle punch, and floss threader.
Don't forget to check the online store to see which items are retiring! Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
You can place an online order for the products used on these bags and card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Please use Host Code 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I sent this elegant card to one of my customers for her birthday. It uses the Heartfelt Hexagon Set and some of the pretty accessories included in the Perennial Lavender Suite Collection. I also added a little more contrast to the dry embossed background by brayering across it with some ink.
Uses Heartfelt Hexagon Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Gorgeous Grape Cardstock, Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad, Highland Heather Cardstock, Highland Heather Classic Stampin' Pad, Vellum 8-1/2" x 11" Cardstock, Perennial Lavender 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Brayer, Mini Glue Dots, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Fine-Tip Glue Pen, Purple Fine Shimmer Gems, Orchid Oasis 1/8" Metallic Woven Ribbon, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Clear Block C, Grid Paper, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Painted Lavender Dies, and Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder.
Don't forget to check the online store to see which items are retiring! Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
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 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I made this fun-fold Easter card using the Excellent Eggs Bundle for my nephew in the Navy.
Uses Excellent Eggs Cling Stamp Set plus Daffodil Delight Cardstock, Early Espresso Cardstock, Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad, Pecan Pie Cardstock, Very Vanilla Cardstock, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Fine-Tip Glue Pen, Paper Snips Scissors, Bone Folder, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Clear Block B, Clear Block G, Clear Block H, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, and Excellent Eggs Dies.
Don't forget to check the online store to see which items are retiring! Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
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 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I sent this fun and easy card made with the Biggest Wish Set out to a customer recently as a thank you.
Uses Biggest Wish Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Lemon Lolly Cardstock, Lemon Lolly Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Basic Black Cardstock, Subtles 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Seal, Rainbow Adhesive-Backed Dots, Baker's Twine Three Color Pack, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, and Deckled Circles Dies.
The Deckled Circles Dies are a carryover item from the last Mini Catalog and are available as part of Online Exclusives which can be ordered online or through me.
Don't forget to check the online store to see which items are retiring! Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
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 74GJ4WQV when you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Here's another bright and cheery card I sent to a customer along with a coupon she earned from me. It uses the wonderful Happy Little Things Set available as an Online Exclusive.
Uses Happy Little Things Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Azure Afternoon Cardstock, Azure Afternoon Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Blueberry Bushel Cardstock, Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin' Pad, Blueberry Bushel Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Basic White Cardstock, Subtles 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Fine-Tip Glue Pen, Paper Butterfly Accents, Rainbow Adhesive-Backed Dots, Baker's Twine Three Color Pack, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Happy Labels Pick A Punch, Clear Block G, Grid Paper, and Stampin' Pierce Mat.
Don't forget to check the online store to see which items are retiring! Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
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 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I made this pretty card using the Cheerful Daisies Bundle to send to a customer along with a coupon she earned from me.
Uses Cheerful Daisies Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Wild Wheat Cardstock, Wild Wheat Classic Stampin' Pad, Garden Green Classic Stampin' Pad, Lemon Lolly Classic Stampin' Pad, Lemon Lolly Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Basic White Cardstock, Fresh As A Daisy 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Fine-Tip Glue Pen, 2023-2025 In Color Dots, Paper Butterfly Accents, Real Red & Garden Green 3/8" Ribbon Combo Pack, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Clear Block A, Clear Block G, Grid Paper, Stampin' Scrub and Stampin' Mist Stamp Cleaner and/or Simply Shammy, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Cheerful Daisies Dies, Deckled Rectangles Dies, and Timber 3D Embossing Folder.
Don't forget to check the online store to see which items are retiring! Remember, retiring items are only available while supplies last or until April 30, whichever comes first. If there are some retiring items you want, be sure to order them quickly before they disappear!
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 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.