Inspiration Ink

Designs and inspiration from Michele Reynolds, Independent Stampin' Up!™ Demonstrator in central Maryland.

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Category: Ribbon, Thread, Trim, & Twine

  • I used retiring products including the Beautiful Balloons Stamp Set to make this fun birthday card.  I sent it to one of my Team Members.   Uses Beautiful Balloons Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad, Blueberry Bushel Cardstock, Blueberry Bushel Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Soft Shimmer 12" x 12" Paper…

  • I used some retiring accessories and the Happy Little Things Bundle available as part of the Online Exclusives to make this pretty card.  I sent it to a new Team Member to welcome her to my Team! Uses Happy Little Things Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Sweet Sorbet Cardstock, Sweet Sorbet Classic Stampin' Pad, Petal Pink…

  • I used a bunch of retiring products including the Quiet Meadow Set and Oceanfront Set to make this card.  I sent it to my younger son and his partner along with some souvenirs we bought for them while on our recent vacation in Europe. Uses Quiet Meadow Cling Stamp Set and Oceanfront Photopolymer Stamp Set…

  • I'm sorry to see the So Refreshing Bundle retire already.  I loved using it to make fun cards of all types.  I used it here along with some retiring designer paper and embellishments to make this card which I sent to a customer along with a recent order.   Uses So Refreshing Photopolymer Stamp Set…

  • I'm really sorry that the Lasting Joy Stamp Set is retiring.  I purchased it just because it was on sale at one point, but it has become one of my favorite, go-to sets for making soft and pretty cards of all types.  I combined it with several other retiring products and some of the gorgeous…

  • I combined some retiring items, including the Charming Sentiments Set and coordinating Sentiment Silhouettes Dies, with a new background stamp called Leaf Collection to make this pretty birthday card I sent to a customer.  I received the Leaf Collection Set for FREE for attending OnStage recently.  It will be available for everyone to purchase starting…

  • I love making monochrome cards!  I made this one using the Translucent Florals Set as a birthday card for a customer   Uses Translucent Florals Cling Stamp Set plus Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin' Pad, Lost Lagoon Cardstock, Lost Lagoon Stampin' Blends Combo Pack, Basic White Cardstock, Soft Shimmer 12" x 12" Paper Combo Pack, Bright…

  • I sent this spring-themed card to a customer for her birthday.  It uses the Heartfelt Hexagon Bundle. Uses Heartfelt Hexagon Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Sweet Sorbet Cardstock, Sweet Sorbet Classic Stampin' Pad, Pool Party Cardstock, Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Subtles Stampin' Write Marker Assortment, 2022-2024 In Colors Stampin' Write Marker Assortment,…

  • One of my friends recently lost her beloved horse.  I made this card using the Carousel Horses Bundle to let her know I'm thinking of her at this sad time.   Uses Carousel Horses Photopolymer Stamp Set and Ringed With Nature Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Early Espresso Cardstock, Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad, Pecan Pie…

  • I made these fun Easter treat bags and a matching card using the Excellent Eggs Bundle.  I sent one bag and card to my brother and his family which includes my young nephew and I'm giving the other bag and card to my son and grandson. Uses Excellent Eggs Cling Stamp Set plus Misty Moonlight…