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.
Celebrate World Card Making Day with other crafters during the Virtual Card Retreat! During this two-day virtual event, you’ll craft along with Stampin’ Up!™ staff as they go through the step-by-step process of creating 15 fabulous cards using the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit. Craft with others who love cardmaking, learn new techniques, and connect on a personal level with fellow crafters and Stampin’ Up!™ staff. Stampin’ Up!™ will also have some fun giveaways during the live event!
There is no registration for this event! By purchasing the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit, you’ll get access to the exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream on October 1 – 2 starting at 2 pm (Mountain Time) each day. This event will be presented in English only. After the event, you can access the recorded event videos on the exclusive Facebook group. Videos with English, French, German, and Dutch captioning will be available through the Facebook group within two weeks after the live stream. You’ll receive a card in your kit box that has a link to the exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream. Follow the instructions on the card to access the Facebook group so the Facebook group administrator can admit you. Please allow adequate time (at least 2 to 3 business days) for the group administrator to admit you, at least 48 hours. If you haven’t been admitted, you won’t be able to view the group.
To craft along with the presenters and make 15 cards, you’ll need to purchase the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit. Everyone who purchases a kit will receive a link to the exclusive Facebook group where the live event will stream. Stampin’ Up!™ only has a limited number of kits, so make sure to order yours ASAP! The kit includes 2 stamp sets, a die set, designer series paper, two-tone cardstock, white cardstock, gold foil, envelopes, printed precut images, and embellishments. The kit is available in English, French, and German. The kit is item 170632 and costs $165.00. You do earn Stampin’ Rewards with the purchase of this kit and you can use Stampin’ Rewards you’ve earned previously to purchase it!
Please note that the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit is NOT eligible for expedited shipping and if it is included with other Stampin’ Up!™ products, no part of the order is eligible for expedited shipping. So, if you want to participate during the event, please be sure to order your Kit as early as possible!
You can place an online order for the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store!. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
For the best experience during the event, you’ll also want to have the following supplies on hand. If you need to order any of these supplies, you can do so by clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
You’ll also want to have clear blocks, an eraser, a pencil, a ruler, and stamp cleaning supplies handy.
For a sneak peek at the cards you’ll get to make, please click here. Or, check out this video from Stampin’ Up!™ to hear more about the event and get a closer look at some of the projects:
Two weeks before the event, Stampin’ Up!™ will post a Preparation Video on Facebook showing how to cut your paper so you can have everything ready to go before the event. This video will be in English with captions available in English, German, French, and Dutch. They will also post step-by-step directions for each card.
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Happy Stamping!
Stampin’ Up!™ is now offering virtual classes that anyone can order and join! This class will be held live on September 17 at 2 pm (Mountain Time). After the Class, you can still watch the video on demand with captions in English, French, German, and Dutch. You’ll be decorating a 24-box advent calendar.
The cost of the class (access to the Facebook page) is $30.00. It is item 171481. You do earn Stampin’ Rewards on the purchase of a Craft Class By Stampin’ Up!™ and can use Stampin’ Rewards to purchase a Craft Class By Stampin’ Up!™ as well.
It is recommended that you purchase the Advent Treat Boxes from the September – December 2026 Catalog in advance so that you have all the products you’ll need to craft along during the class. The Advent Treat Boxes are item 168534 and cost $15.00.
After you purchase the Craft Class, you’ll receive an email with a link to an exclusive Facebook page. To view this page, you’ll need to enter the name and email address you used when you purchased the class. You’ll also need to enter your Craft Class order number. With this information, the page administrator can admit you to join the page. Please allow adequate time for the page administrator to admit you (at least 24 hours). If you aren’t admitted to the page, you won’t be able to view the class. Once you’re on the Facebook page, you can download the instructions for the projects you’ll make during the class. It is recommended that you review the instructions before you view the class so you can have everything prepped and ready to go.
You can place an online order for the Advent-ures In Christmas Craft Class by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store!. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
You can place an online order for the Advent Treat Boxes by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store!. Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
For the best experience during the Craft Class, you’ll also want to have the following supplies on hand in addition to the Advent Treat Boxes. If you need to order any of these products, simply click on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Here are some new products in the Stampin’ Hot Foil Line. Read through the Radiance Awaits Stampin’ Hot Foil Brochure (download it here) for information on what is and isn’t included in the system and simple user instructions. Of course, no project would be complete without a stamped image or two and this brochure highlights coordinating hot foil dies and stamp set bundles designed specifically to enhance the foil artwork in this product line. We even have a bundle that includes a set of decorative masks so you can add color alongside your shimmering foil for even more dimension. Plus, there is a Reverse Hot Foil Die which lets you easily use negative images left on foil scraps so you don’t waste any and some new colors of foil!
Here’s a video from Stampin’ Up!™ on how to use the new Reverse Hot Foil Die.
And, here’s a video from Stampin’ Up!™ about the Smooth Foiling 5″ x 7″ Specialty Paper.
Items could sell out quickly, so be sure to order starting Tuesday, September 1 at midnight (Mountain Time)!
Be sure to check out the brochure to see all the products available and order yours starting September 1 at midnight (MT). If you have Stampin’ Rewards, redeem them with your purchase and save! Purchasing the system qualifies you to buy the Product of the Month. If you haven’t purchased the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine yet, buy the Stampin’ Hot Foil System and use Stampin’ Rewards toward the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Remember, you’ll need a Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine to complete the hot foiling process.
Of course, the stamp sets that coordinate with some of the Hot Foil Dies can always be purchased and used separately if you want!
You can place an online order for the Hot Foil System and new products by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Make this festive season magical with the 12 Days of Creativity Advent Calendar. Every day of this calendar contains items that you can craft with all year long, including never-before-seen dies, paper, embellishments, and more. These products are exclusive to the calendar and can’t be purchased separately. These calendars make great gifts too!
The 12 Days Of Creativity Advent Calendar is available starting September 1 while supplies last! It is item 168589 and costs $99. It includes exclusive dies, paper, coloring tools, cards and envelopes, embellishments, and more – plus, a bonus stamp set! It is only available while supplies last though, so don’t wait to order! Purchasing the advent calendar qualifies you to buy the Product of the Month.
You can place an online order for the 12 Days Of Creativity Advent Calendar by simply clicking on the image below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
The new Reverse Hot Foil Die delivers stunning results! I used a leftover piece of Gold Foil I’d used with the Botanical Glow Hot Foil Die to make the background for this card. I then added some flowers cut from a piece of the new Product Of The Month, the Luxe Foliage 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper, and a sentiment created with the Banner Sayings Bundle. I’m sending this gorgeous card, which looks even better in person, to one of my Team Members to congratulate her on her sales.
Uses Banner Sayings Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Three Banner Punch, Stampin’ Hot Foil System, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Radiant Gems, Detail Scissors, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Secret Sea Cardstock, Secret Sea Classic Stampin’ Pad, Basic White Cardstock, Luxe Foliage 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper, Botanical Glow Hot Foil Die (used previously), Reverse Hot Foil Die, Smooth Foiling 5″ x 7″ Specialty Paper, and Gold Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls (previously used).
The Luxe Foliage 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper is the September Product Of The Month and is available for purchase for $5 with a qualifying order.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Our younger son and his husband just bought their first house! They are having fun getting it painted and moving and arranging all their stuff! I made this card using the Reason To Celebrate Set and some of the Hot Foil products from Stampin’ Up!™ You can’t really tell in the scan, but there is a Window Sheet layer on top of the card which adds extra shine and dimension.
Uses Reason To Celebrate Photopolymer Stamp Set, Botanical Glow Photopolymer Stamp, and Echoes Of Detail Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Stampin’ Hot Foil System, Window Sheets, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Adhesive-Backed Metallic Gems, Mossy Meadow & Very Vanilla 1/4″ Gingham Ribbon, Detail Scissors, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block D, Clear Block F, Clear Block H, Mossy Meadow Cardstock, Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad, Basic Beige Cardstock, Basic Beige Classic Stampin’ Pad, Botanical Glow Hot Foil Die, Echoes Of Detail Hot Foil Dies, Garden Silhouette Hot Foil Die, Gold Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls, and Copper Stampin’ Hot Foil Rolls.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I love the new Frosted Pinecones Bundle in the new catalog. It is so pretty and doesn’t have to be for Christmas cards. I used it to make this pretty card which I’m sending out to a customer along with a copy of the new catalog.
Uses Frosted Pinecones Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Frosted Pinecones Dies, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Adhesive Sheets, Neutrals Jute Combo Pack, Detail Scissors, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Pretty Peacock Cardstock, Pretty Peacock Classic Stampin’ Pad, Pecan Pie Cardstock, Crumb Cake Cardstock, Very Vanilla Cardstock, Textured Tree Ring 3D Embossing Folder, Dewdrops Embellishments, and Specialty Plate.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
I used an idea shared by Stampin’ Up!™ recently to create a flower using die cuts made with the Scalloped Blooms Dies and paired it with the Radiant Sunflowers Bundle to make this fun card. I’m sending it to a customer along with a copy of the new catalog.
Uses Radiant Sunflowers Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Radiant Sunflowers Dies, Scalloped Blooms Dies, Sunflower Fields 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, 2026-2028 In Color 12″ x 12″ Pearlized Specialty Paper, Stampin’ Seal, Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Radiant Gems, Mossy Meadow & Very Vanilla 1/4″ Gingham Ribbon, Detail Scissors, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Bone Folder, Golden Glow Shimmer Brush, Old Olive Cardstock, Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad, Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Early Espresso Cardstock, Golden Glow Classic Stampin’ Pad, and Basic White Cardstock
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
The Glow Of Harvest 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper is the August Product Of The Month and is still available for purchase for $5 with a qualifying order.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
Thank you for supporting the Love & Courage Stamp Set, our Stampin’ Up!™ Product Giveback from 2025! Through the incredible support and contributions from demonstrators and customers, Stampin’ Up!™ was able to donate over $19,000 to breast cancer organizations in Europe, North America, and the South Pacific!
All of your efforts to support this incredible cause and share the Love & Courage Stamp Set highlight just how amazing our team of #SUDifferenceMakers is!
Don’t forget about this year’s Product Giveback and cause. Purchase the Whispering Woods 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, page 64, item 168368, $13.00. For every package of this serene paper sold, Stampin’ Up! will donate $3 US to organizations around the world dedicated to empowering women.
I love the new Radiant Flowers Bundle and coordinating accessories in the new catalog and I love that it coordinates well with the Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder available as an Online Exclusive. I used them to make this pretty card which I’m sending out to a customer along with a copy of the new catalog.
Uses Radiant Sunflowers Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, Radiant Sunflowers Dies, Sunflower Fields 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Radiant Gems, Neutrals Jute Combo Pack, Detail Scissors, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Crafting Grid Paper, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block D, Cajun Craze Classic Stampin’ Pad, Cajun Craze Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Old Olive Cardstock, Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Golden Glow Cardstock, Golden Glow Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack, Very Vanilla Cardstock, Specialty Plate, and Sunflower 3D Embossing Folder.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
There are a whole bunch of products from the previous Stampin’ Up!™ catalog that are still available for purchase through the Online Store even though they aren’t pictured in the new catalog. One such group of products is the Fern & Flora Bundle and coordinating products. I used them to make this pretty card to send to a customer recently as a thank you.
Uses Fern & Flora Photopolymer Stamp Set plus Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, 2-3/8″ Circle Punch, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Tear & Tape Adhesive, Detail Scissors, Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Stampin’ Pierce Mat, Clear Block B, Clear Block E, Berry Burst Cardstock, Berry Burst Classic Stampin’ Pad, Mossy Meadow Cardstock, Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad, Peaceful Pine Cardstock, Berry Burst 1/4″ Shiny Ribbon, Fern & Flora Dies, Moonlit Flora 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, and Dewdrops Embellishments.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.
You can place an online order for the products used on this card by simply clicking on the image of them below. This will take you directly to my online store! Or, contact me at michelerey@aol.com to place an order through me.