Inspiration Ink

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.

The content in this blog is the sole responsibility of Michele Reynolds as an Independent Stampin’ Up!™ Demonstrator and the use of and content of classes, services, or products offered is not endorsed by Stampin’ Up!™. All images © Stampin’ Up! 2026.

Category: Dies

  • Fall Fun Stamp Camp Follow Up

    Here are the cards everyone got to make at my Fall Fun Stamp Camp over the weekend. Uses Autumn Trees Cling Stamp Set and Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block F, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Stampin’ Seal,…

  • Jolly Delivery Postal Dog Tag

    I love when you can use products for more than their "intended" purpose.  I used the Jolly Delivery Bundle and coordinationg accessories from the upcoming Mini Catalog to make this fun card.  I'm sending it out to a friend for her birthday.  Of course, it would also work as a Christmas card if you prefer.…

  • Gathering Moments Leaf Thoughts

    One of my fellow Demos recently lost her father-in-law.  I made this pretty card using the new Gathering Moments Bundle to send her and her husband to let them know I am thinking of them.   Uses Gathering Moments Cling Stamp Set and Wonderful Thoughts Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Wonderful Thoughts…

  • Simply Said Big Leaf Note

    One of the perks of being a Demonstrator is being able to preorder new products before they are available to the general public.  I used the Simply Said Set and some new accessories available soon to make this fun card.  I'm sending it out along with a copy of the new Mini Catalog to some…

  • Notes & Totes Beachy Scene

    I used a bunch of In Color products which are on sale this month for 15% off to make this late-summer birthday card I'm sending to a customer.  It also uses the Notes & Totes Bundle. Uses Notes & Totes Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Classic Stampin' Spot Small Assortment 1, 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls,…

  • Alphabet A La Mode Back 2 School

    My grandson goes back to school next week.  He's in the 4th grade already!  I made this fun, no-stamping card for him using the Alphabet A La Mode Dies and the fun Otterly Adorable Designer Series Paper on the Last Chance products list. Uses Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss…

  • Terrific Toadstools Framed Shroom

    I used the Terrific Toadstools Bundle to make this playful card.  I'm sending it out to some customers as a thank you for recent purchases.  Uses Terrific Toadstools Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Kintsugi Inspirations 12" x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Terrific Toadstools Builder Punch, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer,…

  • Spooky Halloween Sweet Strips Frankie

    This fun and simple Halloween card made with the Spooky Halloween Bundle is a great way to use up scraps of designer paper.  Uses Spooky Halloween Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block D, Clear Block H, Stampin' Dimensionals, Stampin' Seal,…

  • Perfectly Pears Yellow Pear Congrats

    I made this pretty card using the Perfectly Pears Bundle to send to a member of my Team to congratulate her on her recent sales. Uses Perfectly Pears Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear…

  • Peace On Earth Creativity Now Projects

    Back in June, Stampin' Up!™ held an online training course called Creativity Now for Demonstrators.  We were able to pre-order some gorgeous products from the upcoming September-December 2025 Mini Catalog and create along with online presentations one day.  I wasn't able to watch the class live because we were busy celebrating my grandson's 9th birthday,…