Silver Elite Retreat 2026 Gifts & More Photos

I hosted my 9th annual Silver Elite Retreat January 23-25, 2026 and have already sharing most of the projects we made: the Z-Fold cards & and the Box of Note Cards! Today I’m excited to share several photos from the fun we had AND photos of the gifts I put together and gave to the achievers. I’m also sharing HOW I made one of the gifts…the S’mores Tower Gift & Sweet Bugs Tag.

Be sure to watch my instructional video by clicking here for measurements, tips and directions (or you can just click on this image below if you are already here in my blog post and can view it), scroll through the photos that follow, check out the products lists below, and then let me know if you have any questions.

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Below are photos of the S’mores Tower Gift & Sweet Bugs Tag I shared/demonstrated today, measurements, and a visual list of products (each linked to where you can find them in my online store). And further down are photos of all the gifts I gave to Cheryl, Nancy & Kayla and more photos from the weekend.

Base measurements for shorter tower…

• Basic Thick White Cardstock
  • 2″ wide x about 4-1/4″ tall (for tag)
  • Scraps for die-cutting shapes (for tag)
  • (6) 3/4″ x 8″
  • 2-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ scored parallel to long side at 3/4″ and 1-3/4″ and parallel to short side at 3/4”, 1-1/2″, 2-1/4″ and 3″.
• Window Sheet
  • 4-1/2″ x 12″ scored in on each end at 1-1/16″ and 4-3/8″
• Country Woods Designer Paper
  • (2) 3″ x 9″
• Natural Hues Specialty Paper
  • (2) at least 4-1/2″ x 4-1/2″
• Early Espresso Two Tone Cardstock
  • (2) at least 4″ x 4″
• Chipboard
  • (2) 3″ x 3″
  • (2) 3-1/4″ x 3-1/4″
• Linen Thread
  • 20″
• Real Red Ribbon
  • 32″

Be sure to write on the back of the tags before decorating and adding to your gift/s.

Here are photos of ALL the gifts that were given during the event.

The bags contained make and take materials…

…and extras that went along with the Cute As a Bug Suite themes shown in the designer papers (campfires, s’mores, camping, picnicing).

We were all excited about those campfire nightlights.

And of course the s’mores towers were a big hit too.

I didn’t go all out and make the ladies sleep on the floors or in tents in sleeping bags. They each had their own bedroom to sleep in and the necessary linens to use.

But I had this fun centerpiece in the middle of the island.

And we took time to make s’mores on Saturday night.

(My marshmallow was the stubborn one.)

It was a wonderful event that I always look forward to planning, prepping and hosting each year. Be sure to check out the two other posts to see the projects we created: the Z-Fold cards & and the Box of Note Cards. And then know that I’m in the midst of creating some alternates with this Lots to Love kit.

Again, a HUGE congrats to Cheryl Lee & mother/daughter team Nancy Forsberg & Kayla Cory for earning spots at this year’s retreat!

IT’S A FANTASTIC STARTER KIT OFFER THIS MONTH!

From Feb 3rd through Mar 2nd Stampin’ Up!’s new Stampin’ Positioner tool will be a free gift in all Starter Kit orders!* I’m so excited! It’s our new stamping alignment tool that makes stamping easier and more accurate. It allows you to stamp precisely aligned images, create repeating patterns and Two-Step Stampin’ images easily, make multiple projects in minutes, and stamp wreaths and other circular layouts with ease.

Do you love Stampin’ Up!® products? Would you benefit from a discount of 20%, 25%, or more? Purchasing the Starter Kit is always the best way to get lots of products for a great price (choose up to $125 worth of product for $99 +tax) AND it’s your ticket into “the demonstrator side of things” for discount shopping, early access new products, the chance to attend incredible trainings and crafting events, the opportunity to earn income (if you’d like), and so much more!

But Feb 3 – Mar 2, those that purchase the Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit will get this new Stampin’ Positioner tool as a free gift in their kit! Click here for an informative flyer. Click here or on the image below for an even more informative video. Click HERE or to order your kit.

REMINDER THAT IT’S TIME TO REDEEM ANY EARNED BONUS DAYS COUPONS!

If you earned Bonus Days coupons from your purchase/s January 6 through February 2, you may now redeem those coupons!

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Products Used…

• EK Success Scissors
• Pliers
• The Country Hive products (glue holders, dauber holder,…)
• Clear boxes
• 6×9 Cello bags & bread clips
• Chocolate bars, marshmallows, graham crackers
• Tape
• Chipboard
• White Gel Pen

Banner Sayings Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[167044]

Sweet Bugs Dies

[167001]

Country Woods 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[163393]

Window Sheets

[142314]

Natural Hues 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Textured Specialty Paper

[166929]

Espresso 12" X 12" Two Tone Cardstock

[166423]

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[159229]

Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad

[147084]

Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad

[161665]

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad

[147094]

Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad

[147145]

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad

[147116]

Peach Pie Classic Stampin Pad

[163810]

Highland Heather Classic Stampin' Pad

[147103]

Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Pad

[147097]

Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad

[147083]

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad

[147092]

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad

[147095]

Sponge Daubers

[133773]

Real Red 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Shiny Ribbon

[165876]

Linen Thread

[104199]

Harvest Home Garland Kit

[166228]

Ladybug Garden Epoxy Shapes

[167005]

Elegant Edge Tag Topper Punch

[161287]

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

Bone Folder

[102300]

Take Your Pick

[144107]

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[154031]

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

Grid Paper

[130148]

PRODUCT OF THE MONTH
Introducing Stampin’ Up!’s March 2026 Product of the Month: NOTES OF SPRING STAMP SET. Add this to your shopping cart for just $5 when you place a $75+ order during this month of March 2026! Click here for details. Click HERE to shop my online store and place your order online. Because the POM items are some of the best Stampin’ Up! has to offer and because there will be a limited quantity, they are likely to sell out quickly. Once they’re sold out, they’re gone for good! 

(Heads up…The April POM will release April 1.)

ONLINE EXCLUSIVES NEWS
So MANY fantastic products are only available in the Online Exclusives section of the Online Store! You won’t find Online Exclusives products in any catalog. New products release every two months. The next set of products just debuted on March 3.

CATALOG NEWS
We currently have two active catalogs: the 2025-2026 Annual Catalog & the Jan-April 2026 Mini Catalog. The next one coming out will be the May-August 2026 Catalog. Click here to view the current catalogs and to request any current or future catalogs. Right now I’m taking requests for the May-August 2026 Catalog. These will mail out in April.

2026-2028 IN COLOR COLLECTION!
Introducing the new 2026-2028 In Color Collection by Stampin’ Up!® These colors debut May 5, 2026 in the new May-August 2026 Catalog. I shared them Live on YouTube in my color comparison Live video on Tuesday March 17th with a peek at them on Monday’s Box Opening. Click here for a few more details.

NEW KITS FROM THE KITS COLLECTION!
New kits are added to the Kits Collection at the start of each month. Visit the Kits Collection to see the most recent additions.

A PEEK AT APRIL’S PAPER PUMPKIN KIT
Lakeside Retreat: Show your appreciation for the men who matter most in your life with the Lakeside Retreat Paper Pumpkin Kit. These masculine cards, inspired by calm waters and easy days, are perfect for birthdays, Father’s Day, and more. Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes. The kit also includes printed card bases, precut paper pieces, and pebble embellishments. Coordinating Colors: Balmy Blue, Misty Moonlight, Old Olive, Peaceful Pine, Pecan Pie, and Pool Party. This kit features a 2026–2028 In Color Ink Spot (Peaceful Pine) and coordinates with the new Waterside Retreat Suite Collection available May 5th (available early March 24th for demonstrators to preorder). Click here for a flyer showing peeks of the Aprl – June kits. And don’t miss the special add-on that coordinates with all three months: the Wonderful Scenes Dies (#168665) — made available March 11th and only while supplies last! If you are not a Paper Pumpkin subscriber, I invite you to give it a try. CLICK HERE to learn more about Paper Pumpkin kits of creativity. CLICK HERE to sign up by April 10th for this next kit.

PAPER PUMPKIN PRICE INCREASE
Paper Pumpkin is increasing its subscription prices to accommodate rising manufacturing costs. The first kit at the new price of $29 per kit, the April Lakeside Retreat Kit, will bill on April 11. The price increase will go toward product value—which means will earn more Stampin’ Rewards when you purchase subscriptions, past kits, and refills.

PAPER PUMPKIN CREATIVES TUTORIAL BUNDLES
Our Paper Pumpkin Creatives Design Team is excited to share that our February 2026 Celebrate Spring Bundle of Tutorials is now available. Visit HERE for more information. Visit HERE to get to my Tutorials/Classes for Sale page to purchase and to see others offered. (The next one featuring the Fluttering Garden kit will be available April 1st.)

ALL STAR VIDEO CLASS BUNDLES
Our All Star Design Team is excited to share that our March 2026 Cute As a Bug Video Class Bundle is now available. Visit HERE for more information. Visit HERE to get to my Tutorials/Classes for Sale page to purchase and to see others offered. (The next one featuring the Homemade Sweetness Suite will be available April 1st.)

LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS
Every two months retiring products get added to the Last Chance Products List in the Online Store. Some are not discounted, but some are and can be up to 60% off. I encourage you to shop today to see what is leaving, because once an item from this section is sold out, it is gone for good. Items were added on February 3rd!

Stampin’ Up!® Products Available to Even More Crafters Throughout the World
Stampin’ Up! products are now available to “Non-Open Stampin’ Up! Countries.” Effective immediately, and under specific conditions, current Stampin’ Up! products can now be purchased by crafters in most countries where we do not currently conduct business. It’s so exciting that we can now make a positive difference in the lives of even more people around the world through creativity and connection.
You can find the full details and conditions here.