A little Day Retreat!

 Crafting Day Retreat
Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM

McHenry, Illinois

Give yourself a full day to slow down, create, and finally do something just for you.

Whether you’ve been meaning to organize your photos, finish unfinished projects, or simply spend a day being creative with women who “get it,” this retreat is the perfect escape.

Bring your favorite supplies and settle into your own spacious crafting area for a relaxed day of scrapbooking (or cardmaking!) filled with inspiration, conversation, and creativity.

Your $45 registration ($40 for McHenry residents) includes:
• A 6-page scrapbook workshop kit with guided instructions OR choose to create 12+ handmade cards with the kit supplies...adhesives & embellishments included!
• Your own 6+ foot crafting space
• Dedicated time to create at your own pace
• Access to select paper-crafting tools
• Inspiration, encouragement, and creative connection

No pressure. No experience required.

Beginners will feel completely welcome, while experienced paper crafters will enjoy uninterrupted creative time to make progress on projects, connect with others, and leave inspired.

Come solo and make new friends, or bring a crafty friend and enjoy the day together. Either way, you’ll leave with completed projects and a creatively refreshed heart and soul.

Bring your lunch, snacks, drinks, photos, and favorite crafting supplies.

Ages 18+
Registration required through the McHenry Parks & Recreation Department here: https://mchenryrec.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=12904

REGISTER HERE!

Barely Blush is just right for Mom!

 

In Color Celebration complete!

2026-2028 In Color Barely Blush is a beautiful, bright ballet pink perfect for Mother's Day, baby cards or when you need a soft, true pink. I love it as a subtle backdrop for the bold black flower pots fussy cut from the new Artisan Sketched Garden Designer Series Paper! I love how this DSP is Black & White, just waiting for you to add your favorite colors! I used Stampin' Blends this time. I CASE'd this card from the new May-August 2026 Catalog (page 54)...just swapped out the stitched DSP for the Barely Blush Cardstock stamped tone-on-tone with the Flowers Fair stamp set...and it doesn't overpower the texture from the Fern & Flora Embossing Folder.

And there you have the 5th day of my In Color Celebration...all FIVE new 2026-2028 In Colors featured in a card of their own! Don't forget that the newest In Colors drop May 5, and you can even get all 5 newly designed ink pads for FREE! You can choose to receive the ink pads in addition to $125 of products of your choice for just $99 starting May 5 through 31.

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Be sure to sign up for my EMAIL NEWSLETTER to stay up to date on events and specials!  SUBSCRIBE on the right side of this page!

You can follow me on my Facebook Page to stay in the know about my in-person events, product specials, and get INSPIRED!  If you do not already have a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, I would LOVE to be yours. Would you like to enjoy the demonstrator discount? Be part of The INK Crowd! Click here for details.

All the supplies used to create these projects can be ordered through my online store here. You earn Stampin' Rewards....which means FREE product for you... starting with a $20 order!

Julia Mazur @ SimplySheStamps

Product List

2026–2028 In Color™ Classic Stampin' Pads [167675]	Flowers Fair Photopolymer Stamp Set [167217]	A Family Celebration Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [167790]
Artisan Sketched Garden 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [167752]	Fern & Flora 3 D Embossing Folder [167744]	Barely Blush 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [167689]
Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985]	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780]	Peaceful Pine Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [167668]
Barely Blush Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [167667]	Crisp Cantaloupe Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [167669]	Gray Granite Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [149537]
Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack [144601]	Stampin' Positioner [167768]

Hydrangea Hue and Pooh!

Day 4 features Hydrangea Hue and Pooh!

Still featuring the new 2026-2028 In Colors today but switching up the Suite!  Yesterday’s color is the PERFECT match for that Silly Old Bear, Pooh!  And when you pair it with Hydrangea Hue, that’s absolutely beautiful!

Today’s card highlights Hydrangea Hue, the Silly Old Bear Designer Series Paper, and the Sweet Words & Labels Bundle.  This Silly Old Bear Suite is gorgeous with a soft, vintage vibe!  It’s available May 5th and word on the street is that it’s SUPER popular…that means if you want it don’t delay it may get backordered right away!  

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Be sure to sign up for my EMAIL NEWSLETTER to stay up to date on events and specials!  SUBSCRIBE on the right side of this page!

You can follow me on my Facebook Page to stay in the know about my in-person events, product specials, and get INSPIRED!  If you do not already have a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, I would LOVE to be yours. Would you like to enjoy the demonstrator discount? Be part of The INK Crowd! Click here for details.

All the supplies used to create these projects can be ordered through my online store here. You earn Stampin' Rewards....which means FREE product for you... starting with a $20 order!

Julia Mazur @ SimplySheStamps

Golden Glow steals the Show!

 

2026-2028 In Color Golden Glow steals the show! 

Continuing with the Bloom Boutique DSP and Boutique Blooms Bundle today.  This one was CASE'd from the catalog (page 46)...just switched the colors around, swapped out the sentiment, and cut that DSP to 4" wide to maximize the 12x12 sheet.  Do you see those gold foil accents in the paper?

I'm loving the new layout of the upcoming May-August 2026 Catalog!  If you haven't heard, there is no Annual Catalog, only three seasonal catalogs: May-August, September-December, and January-April.

The newest In Colors drop May 5, and you can even get all 5 newly designed ink pads for FREE!  You can choose to receive the ink pads in addition to $125 of products of your choice for just $99 starting May 5 through May 31.

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Be sure to sign up for my EMAIL NEWSLETTER to stay up to date on events and specials!  SUBSCRIBE on the right side of this page!

You can follow me on my Facebook Page to stay in the know about my in-person events, product specials, and get INSPIRED!  If you do not already have a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, I would LOVE to be yours. Would you like to enjoy the demonstrator discount? Be part of The INK Crowd! Click here for details.

All the supplies used to create these projects can be ordered through my online store here. You earn Stampin' Rewards....which means FREE product for you... starting with a $20 order!

Julia Mazur @ SimplySheStamps

Welcome Peaceful Pine!

Peaceful Pine is another 2026-2028 In Color!

Today's card uses the Bloom Boutique Designer Series Paper as a beautiful backdrop for a few bright die-cut flowers and the sentiment from the Sending Salutations stamp set. Perfect for the graduation and wedding seasons! Check out the close-up of the pearly In Color Dots!

These products will be available to purchase starting May 5th!

One of my favorite perks of being a Demonstrator is being able to pre-order new stuff!

 From May 5 through 31, when you purchase a Starter Kit for $99, you can choose to get either the new 2026–2028 In Color Classic Stampin’ Pads for free OR get an extra $35 worth of products of your choice.   Me, I’d choose the ink pads which is a $63 value!

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Be sure to sign up for my EMAIL NEWSLETTER to stay up to date on events and specials!  SUBSCRIBE on the right side of this page!

You can follow me on my Facebook Page to stay in the know about my in-person events, product specials, and get INSPIRED!  If you do not already have a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, I would LOVE to be yours. Would you like to enjoy the demonstrator discount? Be part of The INK Crowd! Click here for details.

All the supplies used to create these projects can be ordered through my online store here. You earn Stampin' Rewards....which means FREE product for you... starting with a $20 order!

Julia Mazur @ SimplySheStamps

 

Hello to Crisp Cantaloupe!

Celebrating the new 2026-2028 In Colors this week!

Today’s card showcases Crisp Cantaloupe!

Can you see that beautiful shimmer of the Pearlized Specialty Paper?? The upcoming Bloom Boutique Designer Series Paper features all five new In Colors!

May 5 is the drop date of the new In Colors (and more)!

Want a taste of all five? Join in on the 2026 In Color Product Share for just $30.

Click HERE for the details on the 2026 In Color Product Share.

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Be sure to sign up for my EMAIL NEWSLETTER to stay up to date on events and specials!  SUBSCRIBE on the right side of this page!

You can follow me on my Facebook Page to stay in the know about my in-person events, product specials, and get INSPIRED!  If you do not already have a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, I would LOVE to be yours. Would you like to enjoy the demonstrator discount? Be part of The INK Crowd! Click here for details.

All the supplies used to create these projects can be ordered through my online store here. You earn Stampin' Rewards....which means FREE product for you... starting with a $20 order!

Julia Mazur @ SimplySheStamps

Cards & Coffee in April!

 Calling all crafty ladies! ✂️☕ Join us for coffee, 

conversation, and cardmaking magic this month!

📅 Sunday, April 19 at 12 at The Coffee Shop in Fox Lake, IL!
📅 Tuesday, April 28 at 10AM at Toast & Roast in McHenry, IL!

This month you can choose from:

🌄 Painted Skies, 🦋 Butterfly Garden, or 🚗Adventure Awaits

Each kit makes 9 beautiful cards!

🎟️ Register using the links in this post. Your payment secures your kit choice — supplies are limited.

Cost: $25 + purchase of a beverage to support these wonderful local shops. Hosted by Simply She Stamps – Julia Mazur

Grab a friend and come create and connect!

CLICK HERE to register for April 19 at The Coffee Shop in Fox Lake.

CLICK HERE to register for April 28 at Toast & Roast in McHenry.