Here’s Why You Need a Spot at the October 2026 Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat!

Yes, you read that right! It’s time for another Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat, and you won’t want to miss this one! Taking place online October 1–2, 2026, just before World Card Making Day on October 3, this exclusive event brings card makers from around the world together for two unforgettable days of crafting! This exclusive event brings card makers from around the world together for two unforgettable days of crafting! 

If you’ve attended a Virtual Card Retreat before, you already know the real magic of the event isn’t just making the cards. There’s nothing quite like creating alongside other crafters and chatting with Stampin’ Up! staff in real time. There’s a limited number of retreat kits available, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this unique crafting community experience. Purchase your October 2026 Virtual Card Retreat spot now.

What to Expect During the October 2026 Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat

This two-day card crafting event is your opportunity to craft live with a passionate community of Stampin’ Up! fans from all around the world! Held in an exclusive Facebook group, the retreat features live demonstrations from Stampin’ Up! experts who will walk you through making 15 unique cards. We’ll be crafting for up to seven hours a day, starting at 2:00 p.m. (MT) Plus, the retreat will be recorded and available to replay in the Facebook group if you want to watch it later and craft at your own pace.

When you purchase the October 2026 Card Retreat, you’ll receive access to the exclusive Facebook group and a retreat kit packed with Stampin’ Up! crafting products. To learn exactly what’s included in the kit and the other supplies you’ll need on hand, visit the October 2026 Virtual Card Retreat page. 

And don’t forget, we’ll be hosting giveaways throughout the retreat—you never know what surprises might be waiting for you! When you purchase the Virtual Card Retreat kit before the event, you’ll automatically be entered into all giveaway drawings, so there’s nothing extra you need to do. While you don’t need to be present during the live sessions to win, that’s where we’ll be announcing our lucky winners!

What’s Different About the October 2026 Virtual Card Retreat?

This year’s Virtual Card Retreat kit includes some Impressions Dies, a new product from Stampin’ Up! These special dies can both cut and emboss To use these dies, you will need your Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine, embossing plates 1–4 (which are included with the machine), and the additional Impressions Plate (sold separately). 

This retreat is especially exciting because it takes place right before World Card Making Day on October 3! Think of it as the ultimate warm-up for one of the most creative days of the year. With all the beautiful cards you’re going to create over the two days of the retreat, you’ll be able to head into World Card Making Day with plenty of crafting momentum and new card-making friends!

How to Join the October 2026 Virtual Card Retreat

Don’t wait to register for this Virtual Card Retreat! There are limited spots available, and once they sell out, there won’t be another chance to join this retreat experience.

To join, you can buy your October 2026 Card Retreat kit here, available in English and French for $165 USD (that’s $225 CAD, €200, £154, $288 AUD, or $347 NZD). That’s your ticket to the retreat! Your kit will include a card with a personalized link you can use to join the private Facebook group where the live retreat will stream.

Be sure to join the group as soon as you get your kit so the group administrator can admit you, as this can take 2–3 business days. To join the group, you’ll need to completely fill out the group admission form, which will ask you to agree to the group rules and ask for your name, the email address you used to purchase the kit, and your October 2026 Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat kit order number, which can be found in your confirmation mail.

How Can I Prepare for the Virtual Card Retreat?

Be sure to buy your kit and join the private Facebook group. Once you’ve joined the Facebook group, look out for a preparation video we’ll post approximately two weeks before the retreat.

In the meantime, make sure you have all your supplies ready. You can find a list of additional supplies needed for the retreat in the email inviting you to the event, or in the Facebook group. And you’ll be able to get a sneak peek at what we’ll be making because the step-by-step instructions will be available before the event.

Make Virtual Card Retreat a Crafting Party with Friends!

One of the best parts about the Virtual Card Retreat is the chance to share the experience with others. You could invite your friends to buy a kit too and join you in person, as well as virtually meeting other passionate card makers from across the globe. 

As you learn new techniques from the guidance of Stampin’ Up! staff, including CEO Sara Douglass, you’ll be able to make both memories and stunning cards! Past attendees talk about this sense of community long after the retreat ends, and it’s something you truly need to experience for yourself. 

Get Ready to Craft Cards from Home!

So, what are you waiting for? If you love card making and want to make new crafting friends, this is an event you won’t want to watch from the sidelines. Secure your spot now and get ready for two wonderful days of creativity. 

Be sure to tag your card creations with #VirtualCardRetreatOct26 for a chance to be featured on Stampin’ Up!’s social media. We can’t wait to see what you create and celebrate this special experience with you!