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 2025-2026 Catalog and about events I offer in my Stampin’ Studio in my home.

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Category: Punches

  • Christmas is over, so it is time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day cards! Here’s a fun one I created using the Valentine Kisses Bundle available as Online Exclusives. Uses Valentine Kisses Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Trimmer,…

  • I decided to create a little spring in my Stampin’ Studio to counteract all the cold weather we’ve had recently. I used the sneak peek Sunshine & Tulips Set from the upcoming January – April 2026 Mini Catalog and some sneak peek accessories as well. I’m sending this card to one of my Team Members…

  • I had to play with the adorable Gingerbread Man Bundle one more time before it retires. So, I made this fun Christmas card to send out. Uses Gingerbread Man Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Happy Labels Pick A Punch, Clear Block B, Clear…

  • I made some more last minute Christmas cards using the sneak peek Hope Love & Joy Bundle from the upcoming January – April 2026 Mini Catalog. They also use some retiring products and some other sneak peek products. Uses Hope Love & Joy Photopolymer Stamp Set and Peace On Earth Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’…

  • I combined the sneak peek Woolly Friends Bundle and some upcoming designer paper with some retiring products to make this fun Christmas card I’m sending out. I even made the lamb’s body soft and fluffy using the retiring White 3/8″ Fluffy Trim! Uses Woolly Friends Photopolymer Stamp Set and Peace On Earth Photopolymer Stamp Set…

  • Here are some last minute Christmas cards I made using the Jolly Delivery Bundle and coordinating accessories that are all retiring soon. Uses Jolly Delivery Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Grid Paper, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals, Stampin’ Seal, Tear & Tape…

  • Don’t forget about December birthdays during this busy holiday season. Here’s a pretty birthday card I made for my sister-in-law using the Layers Of Beauty Bundle. Uses Layers Of Beauty Photopolymer Stamp Set and Blooming Phrases Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Damask Designs Embossing Folder, Beautiful Gallery 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper, Stampin’ Cut &…

  • You can create a lovely card by just combining a sentiment with some accessories. Here’s a pretty, traditional style Christmas card I’m sending out soon using the Wishing You Joy Set from the Mini Catalog. Uses Wishing You Joy Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Garden Green Two-Tone 12″ x 12″ Cardstock, Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine,…

  • Here’s a fun Christmas card I made using the Long Time No See Set. I’ll be sending it to a friend who loves dogs! Uses Long Time No See Photopolymer Stamp Set and Jolly Delivery Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Grid Paper, Paper Trimmer,…

  • One of my customers recently purchased the Sunrise Sailing Bundle. I made her this card to say thank you and to send her some ideas for using the bundle. Uses Sunrise Sailing Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block C,…