Spring Creative Escape 2026
A Two-Day Online Cardmaking Retreat
Friday, April 17 & Saturday, April 18, 2026
Spring Creative Escape is a two-day online cardmaking retreat focused on helping you make a lot of projects in a short amount of time – with guidance, prepared supplies, and plenty of creative momentum.
Once again, I'm hosting this retreat with my stamping bestie Melissa Faust. This is our third Creative Escape, and it is going to be bigger and better than ever – with more projects, more content, more presenters, and more creative inspiration packed into one weekend.
It’s still the same fun, friendly Creative Escape experience – just expanded.
How the Online Retreat Works
- The retreat is hosted in a private Facebook group
- Content includes a mix of live sessions and replayable videos on YouTube
- You can join live, watch later, or do a combination of both
- All main project videos and tutorials remain available after the event
Everything is online, so you can craft from home and work at your own pace.
What’s Included with Registration
When you register for Spring Creative Escape, you’ll receive access to everything listed below.
Retreat Access Includes:
- Entry to a private Facebook retreat group
- A Friday night Welcome + Bingo event
- Six guided craft-along sessions on Saturday
- At least 20 total cardmaking projects using the Sweet Bugs bundle and Reason to Celebrate stamp set + additional Stampin' Up! product!
- Inspiration from four guest presenters
- Creative challenges and games inside the Facebook group
- A live wrap-up session
- Opportunities to win prizes and giveaways
- Full written tutorials and videos for all main retreat projects
Retreat Box (U.S. Shipping Only)
If you choose the Retreat Box option, you’ll receive a box shipped to your home before the event.
The retreat box includes:
- Pre-cut cardstock and envelopes for the main craft-along projects
- Over $90 in Stampin’ Up!® product
- All supplies needed for the guided projects
- Additional surprise gifts and small extras
The goal is simple: open your box, sit down, and start crafting.
Guest Presenters
Spring Creative Escape includes project inspiration from four guest presenters:
- Jackie Bolhuis
- Julie Salva
- Alicia Markfort
- Jayma Malme
Their presentations are designed to give you additional ideas, techniques, and creative inspiration to use beyond the weekend.
Retreat Options & Pricing
Retreat Box (U.S. Shipping Only): $149
Virtual-Only Option (No Kit): $69
Registration closes: Monday, March 9, 2026
**Spots may be limited based on supply availability.
Need the Sweet Bugs Bundle and the Reason to Celebrate stamp set?
You’ll have the option to add these items during registration, and I’ll cover the tax and shipping so everything arrives together and ready to use.
Already have them? You can skip the add-on.
A Few Helpful Things to Know
- You do not need to attend live to enjoy the retreat
- Replays allow you to work at your own pace
- Supplies for the main projects are prepared for you (with the retreat box)
- The focus is on finishing projects and enjoying the process – not perfection
Ready to Register?
Spring Creative Escape is designed to give you a focused weekend of creativity, a stack of finished cards, and ideas you’ll continue using long after the retreat ends.
Choose your retreat option, add any supplies you need, and we’ll take it from there.
We can’t wait to craft with you. 🧡