Connect & Create

Connect & Create is Back – and I’m Part of It! 🎉

I’m so excited to share that I’ll be part of the May 2026 Connect & Create online retreat for demonstrators—and registration opens today at 4pm Pacific Time!

This event is hosted by the amazing Catherine Carroll and Jody Brechbill, and it’s always such a fun mix of creativity, inspiration, and new this year – practical business ideas. I’m truly honoured to be included as one of the guest presenters this time around.

What is Connect & Create?

It’s a 3-day online creative retreat (May 15–17, 2026) designed specifically for demonstrators who want fresh ideas they can actually use.

You’ll get access to:

5 Ready-to-Teach Creative Classes
Each class features a different suite or bundle from the May–August 2026 catalogue—perfect to use as-is for your own events or simply to get your creative wheels turning. The classes will include step-by-step tutorials videos and PDF’s for ready to teach classes (note these are not craft along classes):

Waterside Retreat Suite Collection
Valley in Bloom Suite Collection
Bloom Boutique Suite Collection
Scenic Coast Suite Collection
Beautiful Ordinary Life Suite Collection

4 Business Presentations
And this is where I come in! I’ll be sharing a session all about Navigating the New Stampin’ Up! Product Release Strategy – Purchase with Purpose

So many helpful extra

Canva marketing templates (huge time-saver!)
A class pricing calculator
Live Q&A “Hot Seat” panels
Prize Patrols (always fun!)
Replay access for 6 months

Registration Options

When registration opens today, you can choose what fits you best:

Creative Classes only – $47 USD
Business Presentations only – $35 (this includes my session!) USD
Best Value Bundle – everything for $65 USD

If you’ve ever felt like you’re reinventing the wheel with classes or unsure how to add more value to what you offer—this event is going to give you so many ideas you can put into action right away.

I’d absolutely love for you to join me!

Be sure to come back at 4pm PT today to grab your spot by clicking on my presenter link to register!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—I’m happy to help!

free pdf with purchase during april

Want to learn from the artists included in our PDF tutorials? The tutorial features 12 EXCLUSIVE projects featuring the Homemade Sweetness Suite Collection and includes pictures, supply list, measurements in imperial and metric and a link to video classes. Discover insider tips and tricks to make your artwork truly shine.

How to receive your copy of the tutorial

1. Make any purchase (either in my store, in person or by phone) and I’ll send you the tutorial for free. Canadian residents only

2. Purchase the tutorial for $19.50 Canadian in my Tutorial Store. You can purchase each month just like you do with my other tutorial offerings. Click here to purchase the Arpil 2026 Tutorial.This option is available to anyone in the world!

3. Join my Canada Inks Ups team of demonstrators and receive the tutorials for free as a gift.