DON'T FORGET TO SAVE YOUR SPOT!

Don't forget to sign up for the the August Rubber Room Monthly Class happening August 14, 2026. During class we make four simple cards for $15.

The Rubber Room Monthly Class is designed for you to be able to adapt it to your creative needs. There are lots of ways you can "customize" this class so that it works for you.

You can "Boost" your class and make eight cards (2 each of all four designs) for $23. If you pick the Boosted option, you can stamp and assemble your first cards during class and stamp and prep your second cards, assembling them at your leisure, elsewhere, at a later time.
You can add $5 to the class fee and get the class mailed right to your door. Please note this option will only contain prepped materials--no stamped images will be included.
You can attend class from 11:00 - 1:00 in the morning-afternoon.
You can attend class from 6:00 - 8:00 in the evening.

Class fee is payable with your RSVP. When you RSVP, please remember to let me know if you want a regular or Boosted class, which time you will attend or if you need a To-Go class.

Please RSVP by midnight August 10, 2026 by sending an email to: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com

Payment can be made via Venmo: Chris Kolly

or via PayPal: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com

Big Rubber Hugs, Chris

ANOTHER RUBBER ROOM FUN FOLD FRENZY IS COMING SOON!

The next Rubber Room Fun Fold Frenzy Class happens on August 17, 2026, from11 a.m. - 1 p.m. or from 6 - 8 p.m. You pick the time that's most convenient for you. We will be using one fun fold card pattern and making three cards with the same pattern, but using different stamp sets, Designer Series Paper, accessories, etc.... Please note these classes are limited in space and always fill up quickly.

Cost is $20 and it is payable with your registration. When you RSVP please let me know if you want the morning or evening class.

You can pay via PayPal: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com or
via Venmo: Chris Kolly.

Be sure to RSVP by midnight, August 12, 2026 via email: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com

Big Rubber Hugs, Chris

THERE'S A NEW CATALOG COMING!

Our new September-December Catalog is filled with lots of great new products, and I want to share my preorder with you. It's a perfect opportunity for you to try these new products before you invest in them.

The party is $40 and includes 5 cards that are prepped and ready to assemble, a light lunch, snacks, prize patrol and even a raffle. Payment is due with RSVP, and you must RSVP via email: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com by August 11, 2026

Payment can be made via Venmo: Chris Kolly

OR via PayPal: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com

Big Rubber Hugs, Chris

WELCOME TO AUGUST IN THE RUBBER ROOM!

I am really, really close to earning the Stampin' Up! Incentive trip to Costa Rica, and this year we are making it a family trip. I love vacationing with my brothers and their wives, and am excited to have this opportunity. I only need 6,058 more points to earn the trip, and I have until the end of September to make it happen.

Since I will be gone for 10 days in September, I have packed August with lots and lots of wonderful classes and events that I know you are going to love. Here's a "quick-reference" look at classes/events in August in the Rubber Room that you won't want to miss! Be sure to check out full class/event descriptions on my blog (rubberroomramblings.com) or my website (rubberroom.stampinup.net)

Friday, August 14, 2026 is the Rubber Room monthly class. This class can be personalized to fit your crafting style and your busy schedule. You pick whether you want to come in the morning or evening, and you can even decide whether you want to make 4 cards, or double up and make 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs). Be sure to RSVP by August 10, if you want to join us!

Monday, August 17, 2026 is the Rubber Room Fun Fold Frenzy class, and this month I have a great fun fold to share. Be sure to RSVP by August 12th, if you can join the fun!

I will be hosting my second PreOrder Product Party on August 20th, and this is where my September-December Catalog PreOrder gets to shine. You will get a chance to not only see what I've ordered, but craft with some of it. I will even have some samples for you to enjoy too! AND as a "bonus", event attendees will also be able to shop the Rubber Room BOGO FREE sale early! RSVP date is August 10th.

The annual Rubber Room BOGO FREE sale days are August 21st and 22nd, and in addition to my retired stash, I will have Kits and Paper Pumpkins available to purchase. This is a great way for you to enjoy FREE Stampin' Up! products. Be sure to put this date on your calendar and make arrangements to stop by and treat yourself to some big savings!

I will be doing Rubber Room September Class in the Mail classes Live (on this page) on Tuesday, August 25th and Friday, August 28th, so be on the lookout. This month I will be featuring some fun Fall cards.

On Wednesday, August 26th the Rubber Room will be filled with excitement and fun as we make Creativity Now Alternative cards/projects. This is my first Creativity Now Alternative event, and I can't wait to share it with you. Please remember to RSVP by August 20th.

On Thursday, August 27th at 10:00 a.m. is our monthly Paper Pumpkin Party via Zoom. I love having this time set aside each month to craft with you. Even if you don't have a Paper Pumpkin, I encourage you to bring whatever you are working on and join us on the Zoom. After all, it's always more fun to craft with friends!

Big Rubber Hugs, Chris

AUGUST RUBBER ROOM MONTHLY CLASS!

The August Rubber Room Monthly Class happens on August 14, 2026. During class we make four simple cards for $15.

The Rubber Room Monthly Class is designed for you to be able to adapt it to your creative needs. There are lots of ways you can "customize" this class so that it works for you.

You can "Boost" your class and make eight cards (2 each of all four designs) for $23. If you pick the Boosted option, you can stamp and assemble your first cards during class and stamp and prep your second cards, assembling them at your leisure, elsewhere, at a later time.
You can add $5 to the class fee and get the class mailed right to your door. Please note this option will only contain prepped materials--no stamped images will be included.
You can attend class from 11:00 - 1:00 in the morning-afternoon.
You can attend class from 6:00 - 8:00 in the evening.

Class fee is payable with your RSVP. When you RSVP, please remember to let me know if you want a regular or Boosted class, which time you will attend or if you need a To-Go class.

Please RSVP by midnight August 10, 2026 by sending an email to: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com

Payment can be made via Venmo: Chris Kolly

or via PayPal: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com

Big Rubber Hugs, Chris

AUGUST RUBBER ROOM HAPPY MAIL CLASS/PART TWO!

Welcome to Part Two of the August Rubber Room Happy Mail Class. In this video I share the final two cards that are included in the class.

This class will not be held in person and is only available as a class in the mail. Here are all the details for you, as well as the video of Part One of the class.

When you order the class, you will receive all four cards prepped and ready for assembly! You will also get four envelopes, 1/2 pack of the Spooktacular 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, 1/2 Pack of the Frightfully Fun 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper and a pack of the Bats, Ghosts & Dots Accessories. All of these things will be mailed right to your door for only $35. You can also do a Die Cut Add On for an additional $5. This add on will include a set of die cuts for you to make four additional cards.

You must order your class before midnight on August 7th. On August 10th I will order the products included in your class and once I recieve my order, I will prep, package and mail your class to you.

Payment is due when you order your class, and it can be made via PayPal: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com

or via Venmo: Chris Kolly

Big Rubber Hugs, Chris

A NEW RUBBER ROOM CLASS IS HERE!

Welcome to the Rubber Room August Class In The Mail, Part One. Today I shared two fun Halloween cards, and on Friday, I will share two more fun Halloween cards.

These four cards are being offered as the RR August Class in the Mail. When you order the class, you will receive all four cards prepped and ready for assembly! You will also get four envelopes, 1/2 pack of the Spooktacular 6" x 6" Designer Series Paper, 1/2 Pack of the Frightfully Fun 12" x 12" Designer Series Paper and a pack of the Bats, Ghosts & Dots Accessories. All of these things will be mailed right to your door for only $35. You can also do a Die Cut Add On for an additional $5. This add on will include a set of die cuts for you to make four additional cards.

Be sure to watch the video all the way to the end for a sneak peek at the two cards we'll be making on Friday.

Big Rubber Hugs, Chris

RSVP NOW AND SAVE YOUR SEAT FOR THE TEAM QUARTERLY RETREAT!

I am once again partnering with Ronda Wade and Michelle Litwiller to bring you our second Team Quarterly Retreat, and I know you are going to love it. We will be featuring Fall and Winter holidays using July OnLine Exclusives. There will be Make N Takes, demonstrations, great displays, raffles, swapping, presentations, AND open crafting time. Nothing is better than time together crafting, inspiring and learning. You can join us in person or have the Retreat shipped to your door.

The event will be held August 7, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the Small Things Event Center in Laingsburg, Michigan.

We listened to your feedback and made a few changes from the first Retreat that we think you will appreciate and enjoy. AND, for even more crafting fun, you can also purchase the Add-On Class.

The first Quarterly Team Retreat was a huge success and sold out quickly. As part of our Rubber Room Rambler team, you get first dibs on avaialable spots for the second Quarterly Team Retreat.

This is a "tentative" schedule for the day:This is a "tentative" schedule for the day:

Doors open at 9:30

Event begins at 10:00

Break for lunch

Event is over at 4:00

Open craft time 4:00-8:00 (Continue to work on your make n takes, optional class, or bring your own kits, or supplies to work on.)

Dinner on your own

Friday night optional class 5:00-8:00

These are your registration options:

Team Registration (Rubber Queen Team) $65—In person event on August 7th

Team Registration (Rubber Queen Team) $74—To go

All Demonstrator Registration $79—In person on August 7th

All Demonstrator Registration $84—To go

Video/Tutorial Version $29—Access all recordings of the in person presentations AND access all the tutorials of Make N Takes and optional class

Add-On Bonus Class $35—Friday night Crafting Class designed by Ronda Wade, Michelle Litwiller and Chris Kolly

RSVP via email to: ckolly@stampingismybuisness.com

Be sure to let me know if you want to attend In Person, or To Go and whether or not you want the Add-On Class.

Payment is due with registration and can be made via Venmo: Chris Kolly or

via PayPal: ckolly@stampingismybusiness.com

Big Rubber Hugs, Chris