If you love making cards, learning new techniques, and hanging out with other crafty people, I have something fun coming your way!
Stampin’ Up! is celebrating World Card Making Day with a special two-day Virtual Card Retreat, and I think this is going to be such a fun way to spend a couple of crafty days!
The Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat
On October 1 and 2, you’ll have the opportunity to craft along with Stampin’ Up! staff as you create 15 beautiful, technique-focused cards using the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit.
And because we all know crafting is better with a little fun mixed in, there will be giveaways too!
Here are the details:
WHO: Crafters who love making cards—that’s you! And of course, grab a crafty friend and bring her along for the fun.
WHEN: October 1–2
We’ll be crafting for up to seven hours each day, beginning at 2:00 p.m. Mountain Time both days.
WHERE: The retreat will take place in a private Facebook Group.
PRICE: The 2026 October Card Retreat Kit is $165.
AVAILABLE TO ORDER: Beginning September 1 in my online store.
Your Kit Is Your Ticket!
There is no separate registration for the Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat. Your purchase of the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit gives you access to the event.
Inside your kit, you’ll receive information with a personalized link to join the exclusive Facebook Group where the retreat will take place.
Two weeks before the retreat, the Facebook Group will include step-by-step instructions and a preparation video to help you get ready.
The live event and on-demand videos will also be available in the group, so you can enjoy the crafting experience even if you can’t sit and watch every minute live.
And let’s be honest… seven hours of crafting in one day may require snacks, coffee, and possibly stretchy pants. 😂
How to Join the Private Facebook Group
To be admitted into the retreat Facebook Group, you’ll need to complete the group admission form.
You’ll be asked to:
- Agree to the group rules
- Provide your name
- Provide the email address used when purchasing your kit
- Provide your 2026 October Card Retreat Kit order number from your confirmation email
This information allows the group administrator to verify your registration and give you access to the retreat.
But Wait… Why Stop After Two Days? 👀
Okay, now THIS is where things get really fun.
You can absolutely enjoy the Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat all on its own.
But if you’re already setting aside October 1 and 2 for crafting…
Why not keep the crafty fun going? 😂
Turn It Into a Three-Day Crafting Getaway!
On October 3—World Card Making Day—I’ll be joining five other Stamp It demonstrators for our very first Home for Christmas Online Retreat!
That means you could enjoy:
✂️ October 1 & 2: Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat
🎄 October 3: Home for Christmas Online Retreat
And yes… we did the crafty math.
15 Stampin’ Up! retreat cards
PLUS
15 Home for Christmas class projects
PLUS
10 bonus tutorials
Equals…
40 creative projects and cards of inspiration! 🤯
Three days.
Two retreat experiences.
One very crafty World Card Making Day celebration!
Add the Virtual Card Retreat to Home for Christmas
If you’re registering for the Home for Christmas Online Retreat, you also have the option to add the Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat to your registration.
And here’s the extra bonus:
Or, if you’d prefer to participate only in the Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat, that’s perfectly fine too! The retreat kit will be available in my online store beginning September 1.
So really, you get to choose your own crafty adventure:
🎨 Two days of Stampin’ Up! card making
🎄 One day of Home for Christmas crafting
OR…
😂 Go completely overboard and craft for all three days!
Honestly, I know which option is tempting me.
Whether you join us for one retreat or decide to make it a full three-day crafty getaway, I hope you’ll come create with us!
Grab your kit, grab your favorite crafty beverage, and let’s celebrate World Card Making Day together!
Ready to Join the Fun?
Registration for the 2026 October Card Retreat Kit begins September 1.
Want to turn it into a three-day crafting celebration?
Happy crafting!
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