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: Ribbon, Thread, Trim, & Twine

  • Poppin’ By Bowl Of Popcorn

    I made this fun card using the Poppin' By Bundle to send to a friend for her birthday.  I made the "bowl" by gluing some thin strips of cardstock to a white rectangle and then cutting out a half circle using a circle die.   Uses Poppin' By Cling Stamp Set plus 2025-2027 In Color…

  • Inspiring Imperfections Teacup Mum Thanks

    Here’s one of the cards I created to send out along with paperwork to go with the new catalog.  It uses the new Inspiring Imperfections Bundle. Uses Inspiring Imperfections Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Flower Accents, Kintsugi Inspirations 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper, Inspiring Imperfections Dies, Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Bone Folder, Take…

  • Along These Lines Tiger Stripes Hello

    Every year when the new catalog comes out, I create a bunch of paperwork to go along with the catalog including a New Catalog Scavenger Hunt, a wish list, a new In Colors color combos sheet, and a bookmark showing all the new In Colors.  I then send these papers to the customers I had…

  • Extraordinary Flora Scattered Flora Congratulations

    The daughter of an old friend of ours just got engaged.  I made this pretty card using the Extraordinary Flora Bundle and Extraordinary Flora Washi Tape to send to the happy couple. Uses Extraordinary Flora Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Extraordinary Flora Die, Extraordinary Flora Washi Tape, Heat Tool, Take Your…

  • Bright Borders Flowers For You

    I made this pretty card using the Bright Borders Set as a belated birthday card for a customer   Uses Bright Borders Photopolymer Stamp Set and Tags Of Thanks Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Garden Green Two-Tone 12" x 12" Cardstock, Take Your Pick, Grid Paper, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin' Pierce Mat, To The…

  • Beautiful Motifs Belly Band Leaf

    I made this pretty fun fold card held closed with a belly band using the Beautiful Motifs Bundle.  I sent it to one of my Team Members to congratulate her on her sales. Uses Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Pressed Flower Motifs, Beautiful Gallery 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper, Beautiful Motifs Dies, Stampin’…

  • New Catalog Stamp Camp Follow Up

    Here are the cards everyone got to make during my New Catalog Stamp Camp on Saturday. Uses Beautiful Butterflies Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Take Your Pick, Paper Snips Scissors, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block H, Stampin’ Seal, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Mini Glue Dots, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Basic White Cardstock, Timid…

  • Gallery Blooms Framed Tiger Roses Thoughts

    I made this gorgeous card using the new Gallery Blooms Bundle and Beautiful Motifs Set as a Mother’s Day card for my mother-in-law.  It was strange not making two cards for Mother’s Day this year. Uses Gallery Blooms Photopolymer Stamp Set and Beautiful Motifs Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Damask Designs Embossing Folder, Pressed Flower Motifs,…

  • Notes & Totes Fabulous Beach Tote

    I made this super fun card using the new Notes & Totes Bundle in the new annual catalog.  These products are now available!  I sent this card to one of my Team Members to congratulate her on her sales.   Uses Notes & Totes Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Shades Of Green Hexagons, Stampin' Cut &…

  • Tags To Go Welcome Home Key

    One of my customers recently moved into a new apartment so she'd be closer to her daughter.  I used the fun Tags To Go Bundle, an Online Exclusive, to make this card for her.   Uses Tags To Go Cling Stamp Set plus Paper Snips Scissors, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine or Mini Stampin' Cut…