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.

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Category: Embossing Folders

  • 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,…

  • 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,…

  • Gallery Blooms Plaid Thoughts

    One of my customers is undergoing surgery soon.  I made this pretty card using the Gallery Blooms Bundle and Beautiful Motifs Set to let her know I'm thinking about her.  Uses Gallery Blooms Photopolymer Stamp Set and Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Damask Designs Embossing Folder, Basic Beige 3/8" Classic Ribbon, Gallery Blooms Dies,…

  • Sunshine Vibes Great Things Dawn

    My one nephew just joined the Marines and reported to training camp today.  I made this card using the Sunshine Vibes Set and sent it to him before he left to let him know that we are proud of him!  Uses Sunshine Vibes Photopolymer Stamp Set and Sunrise Sailing Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Classic Stampin’…

  • Long Time No See Pink and Orange Sweater Dog

    I just love the adorable Long Time No See Set available now as an Online Exclusive.  I used it to make this fun birthday card for one of my customers. Uses Long Time No See Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Labeled…

  • Jolly Holly Popping Holly Leaves

    I'm also continuing to work on creating Christmas cards because I like to get a head start on making them!  I used the wonderful new Jolly Holly Bundle to make this fun card. Uses Jolly Holly Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Clear Block…

  • Tags To Go Kitty Window Welcome

    I love when you can use a product for a purpose that might not have been the intended one.  I used a bit of the new Spooky Sweet 12" x 12" Specialty Designer Series Paper available now as an Online Exclusive to make a new home card for a customer who recently moved.  I just…

  • Sweet Jar Birthday Candles Jar

    I made this fun card for a Member of my Team for her birthday.  It uses the Sweet Jar Bundle.  Uses Sweet Jar Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, Eyelet 3D Embossing Folder, Clear Block B, Clear Block C, Clear Block H, Stampin' Mist…

  • Tags To Go Life’s Detours

    My husband and I are celebrating our dating anniversary today.  Since we love to travel, I used the Tags To Go Set and some of the coordinating accessories to make him this card.  Uses Tags To Go Cling Stamp Set plus Crushed Curry Two-Tone 12" x 12" Cardstock, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your…

  • Bright Borders Misty Floral Congrats

    I took advantage of the sale Stampin' Up!™ recently offered on the Two-Tone Cardstock to buy several packages.  I used some of the Misty Moonlight Two-Tone Cardstock along with the Bright Borders Set to make this soft, pretty card.  I'm sending it to one of my Team Members to congratulate her on her sales. Uses…