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 Painted Lavender Bundle and Notes Of Nature Set to make this gorgeous birthday card for one of my customers. I used the "rock and roll" technique on the large flower bouquet image to add a little depth.
Uses Painted Lavender Photopolymer Stamp Set and Notes Of Nature Cling Stamp Set plus Starry Sky Cardstock, Starry Sky Classic Stampin' Pad, Orchid Oasis Cardstock, Orchid Oasis Classic Stampin' Pad, Shaded Spruce Cardstock, Pretty Peacock Cardstock, Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin' Pad, Perennial Lavender 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Fine-Tip Glue Pen, Brushed Brass Butterflies, Orchid Oasis 1/8" Metallic Woven Ribbon, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Happy Labels Pick A Punch, Clear Block D, Clear Block H, Grid Paper, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, and Painted Lavender 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.
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 used a sentiment from the Excellent Eggs Set and created some "faux suede" bunnies using the Easter Bunny punch to make this sweet Easter card for my nephew and his family.
Uses Excellent Eggs Cling Stamp Set plus Boho Blue Cardstock, Misty Moonlight Cardstock, Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Countryside Inn 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Boho Blue 3/8" Textured Ribbon, Paper Snips Scissors, Bone Folder, Paper Trimmer, Easter Bunny Punch, Clear Block H, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Countryside Corners Dies, and Countryside Blossoms 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 sent this pretty ombre card to a friend for her birthday. She loves to go hiking, so I figured the Notes Of Nature Set was perfect for making her card. I also used an emboss resist technique where I added the green inks with the new Stampin' Brayer. Happy St. Patrick's Day tomorrow as well!
Uses Notes Of Nature Cling Stamp Set plus Parakeet Party Cardstock, Parakeet Party Classic Stampin' Pad, Granny Apple Green Cardstock, Granny Apple Green Classic Stampin' Pad, Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Basics Stampin' Emboss Powders, Heat Tool, Embossing Additions Tool Kit, VersaMark Ink Pad, Stampin' Brayer, Stampin' Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Stampin' Seal, 2022-2024 In Color Pearls, Ribbon Duo Combo Pack, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Happy Labels Pick A Punch, Clear Block C, Clear Block H, Grid Paper, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Perennial Postage Dies, Fern 3D Embossing Folder, tissue or paper towel, and baby wipes.
Don't forget that 2022-2024 In Colors and products that use them will be retiring soon! Get yours 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 altered a couple of the Paper Butterfly Accents butterflies by daubing on some ink and added them to the front of this card made with the Circle Sayings Set. I sent this card to one of my Team Members recently to congratulate her on her sales.
Uses Circle Sayings Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad, Fresh Freesia Cardstock, Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pad, Bubble Bath Cardstock, Bubble Bath Classic Stampin' Pad, Subtles 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, Sponge Daubers, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Fine-Tip Glue Pen, Paper Butterfly Accents, Rainbow Adhesive-Backed Dots, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Clear Block B, Grid Paper, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, and Basic Borders 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! Please use Host Code 74GJ4WQVwhen 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 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Here's a quick and easy birthday card I made with the Notes of Nature Set and some of the pretty floral designs cut from the Nature's Sweetness Designer Paper using the Lovely & Sweet Dies.
Uses Notes Of Nature Cling Stamp Set plus Pecan Pie Cardstock, Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Nature's Sweetness 12" x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper, Small Blending Brushes, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Seal, Adhesive-Backed Cork Rounds, Gold 1/8" Faux Leather Trim, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Happy Labels Pick A Punch, Clear Block H, Grid Paper, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, and Lovely & Sweet 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! Please use Host Code 74GJ4WQVwhen you place your order. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I combined the Cottage Wreaths Set and coordinating dies with a sentiment from the Excellent Eggs Set to make this clean and simple Easter card for my niece and her husband. I used some of the small flower dies from the Painted Lavender Dies to add the flowers to the wreath.
Uses Cottage Wreaths Photopolymer Stamp Set and Excellent Eggs Cling Stamp Set plus Parakeet Party Cardstock, Parakeet Party Classic Stampin' Pad, Granny Apple Green Cardstock, Lemon Lolly Cardstock, Lemon Lolly Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, 2022-2024 In Colors Stampin' Write Marker Assortment, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Adhesive Sheets, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Fine-Tip Glue Pen, Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Take Your Pick Die Brush Tip, Clear Block B, Clear Block E, Clear Block H, Grid Paper, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Country Wreaths Dies, and Painted Lavender Dies.
Don't forget that 2022-2024 In Colors and products that use them will be retiring soon! Get yours 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 Perennial Postage Set and some accessories from the Perennial Lavender Suite Collection. I sent it to a customer as a thank you along with a coupon she earned from me.
Uses Perennial Postage Cling Stamp Set plus Starry Sky Cardstock, Starry Sky Classic Stampin' Pad, Orchid Oasis Cardstock, Shaded Spruce Cardstock, Very Vanilla Cardstock, Regals Stampin' Write Marker Assortment, 2022-2024 In Colors Stampin' Write Marker Assortment, Perennial Lavender 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper, Mini Glue Dots, 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 H, Grid Paper, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Zany Zoo Dies, and Painted Lavender Dies.
Don't forget that 2022-2024 In Colors and products that use them will be retiring soon! Get yours 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.
Here's another fun set that Stampin' Up!™ is now offering as part of the Online Exclusives called Happy Little Things. I combined it with some accessories from the Mini Catalog to make this bright, springy card I sent a customer along with a coupon she earned from me.
Uses Happy Little Things Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Lemon Lime Twist Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Granny Apple Green Cardstock, Azure Afternoon Cardstock, Azure Afternoon Classic Stampin' Pad, Azure Afternoon Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Lemon Lolly Cardstock, Lemon Lolly Classic Stampin' Pad, Lemon Lolly Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Basic White Cardstock, Brights Stampin' Write Marker Assortment, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin' Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue or Fine-Tip Glue Pen, Paper Butterfly Accents, Baker's Twine Three Color Pack, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Take Your Pick, Happy Labels Pick A Punch, Clear Block H, Grid Paper, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Carousel Horses Dies, Meadow Dies, and Basics 3D Embossing Folders.
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.