July 17, 2026
Advisor
Update
July 13-17 Updates
What’s Happening Now
- PLACEHOLDER — might be discounting a bunch of Decorative Bundles here
- The You-Pick-It Promo is EXTENDED until Friday, July 24, at noon CT (AU: 24 July at 11:59pm AET) or while supplies last. For every $150 USD | $165 CAD | $250 AUD you spend, pick the Cool Down Bundle or the 26x13 Folding Mat FREE.
- We’re excited to introduce Build-A-Bundle on select products! This new feature makes it easy to build a customized bundle of related products with a simple, step-by-step experience. Learn more in today’s communication!
- Preview the School Years Album Kit and collection launching Monday at 9am CT (AU: midnight (12am AET).
- Advisor-only Intro Simple Page Kit - School Years launching Monday at 9am CT (AU: midnight (12am AET).
- “Mastering the CM Collective” video series, Call 6: Explore the different places for Advisors to connect, including the purpose of each Community Group and how to create and engage with posts.
- Business Organizational Bundle (BOB) Training Course is now live! Throughout this course, Amber walks you through each section of the Business Organizational Bundle, explaining not only what each tool is, but how to implement it into your daily routine. You'll finish the course with practical systems you can begin using immediately—without feeling overwhelmed
What’s Coming Up
- Mark your calendar for Croptoberfest Reveal webinar! Join us Thursday, July 30, at 7pm CT (AU: Friday at 10am AET) for a fun-filled Advisor-only reveal of everything coming your way for the 2026 Croptoberfest season! RSVP here.
- The next Album Kit Club is coming up on July 22 at 5pm CT (AU: 23 July at 8am AET). Join Annalisa to see how easy it is to create your Album Kit pages!
- We are sunsetting the Advisor Resources in the Back Office and moving everything into the CM Collective soon, so be sure to get there now and learn how to navigate around and find all your resources by watching the “Mastering the CM Collective” video series. Not a member yet? Join today!
Cheat Sheet for Earning the You-Pick-It Promo!
As you and your customers plan what you’re going to order to meet the qualifying spend amount, use the handy checklist of ALL that’s launched so far in 2026! There are two ways to use it:
- Check off the boxes for what you want to purchase during the promo — ensures you don’t forget something on your list at checkout.
- Check off the boxes for what you know you’ve already purchased and see where there may be a gap you’re looking to fill!
Tip for the easiest way to get closest to earning the promotion free with one click: Order a 12x12 Album Kit! If you don’t already have an Album Kit to show new people at your events, now’s the time to get one (or a few) and be just cents away from getting FREE gifts while you do so!
Preview Next Week's Launch!
Advisors, sneak peek the School Years Album Kit and collection launching next week! And because we're introducing a new Album Kit, you'll also have the option to purchase the Advisor-only Intro Simple Page Kit - School Years to help introduce the 12x12 Album Kit to your customers.
Additionally, we've extended the You-Pick-It Promo to overlap next week's launch, so you can still score FREE gifts with qualifying orders.
And while you're on the site, look for the new Build-A-Bundle feature as you shop. Learn more below!
100 Bold Moves: July Week 2 Challenge
It's our second full week of July and You Pick It is in full swing- but can you honestly say you sold beyond the first couple days of the promo? Once that first wave of customers buy, we assume those that wanted it have purchased….WRONG! Not everyone pays close attention to email, many need to be reminded when promos are happening and that's the service you provide! Your challenge this week is to sell beyond the surge.
Sell Beyond the Surge
- Follow up with YPI buyers from past years who haven't purchased yet this year
- Go through your customer list, who haven't you connected with in a while, make sure they are aware YPI is happening now!
- Leaders, connect with your team, help them with scripts and encourage them to reach out to their customers.
- Be sure to always offer a next step (crop, album kit, class), we sell more than just products!
Not sure where to find Create the Best recordings? Here's a link to the playlist!
Don’t have the 100 Bold Moves Journal? Grab yours today!
Customize Your Shopping With Build-A-Bundle!
Shopping for coordinating products just got even easier! We're excited to introduce Build-A-Bundle, a new way to create your own customized bundle on select products with a simple, step-by-step shopping experience.
You may have already noticed the Build-A-Bundle button on select product pages. Be sure to check out the FAQ to learn how it works and discover tips for making the most of this convenient new feature.
CM Collective
We are sunsetting the Advisor Resources in the Back Office and moving everything into the CM Collective soon, so be sure to get there now and learn how to navigate around and find all your resources by watching the “Mastering the CM Collective” video series.
The CM Collective is your hub for resources, training, community connections and business support — and we're excited to help you get even more value from it! Whether you're a new Advisor or a seasoned leader, these quick trainings will help you save time, discover valuable resources and connect more confidently within our Advisor Community.
Watch for new episodes every Tuesday (AU: Wednesday) in the “Mastering the CM Collective” space, as well as in the Advisor Update and Advisor Facebook Groups!
Celebrating Your Events
Posted an event to the CM Collective recently? Look for it here this week or next week!
Please include #MyEvent or #BegClass in your description when posting your photo(s) to be considered for the weekly spotlight. Not a member? Join today!
“I had 62 awesome ladies show up last weekend for my summer retreat. Lots of laughs, new friends, and a lot of cards and pages completed.”
- Advisor Sheri Jones
🌟Lots of Advisors are getting fresh faces at their events because customers are registering through the Events page on our website! Submit your event today so you can bring in new attendees as well.
🌟Lots of Advisors are getting fresh faces at their events because customers registered through the site! Submit your event today so you can bring in new attendees as well.
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662808 Revved Up! Car Racing Embellishments (9/pk)
663182 School Dayz XL Layered Clipboard Frame Embellishment (1/pk)
663276 Croptoberfest 2024 Accessory Paper Pack (6/pk)
664549 Grateful Harvest Project Playbook (printed)
659893 You Got This Stickers (3/pk)
Out of Stock
Not Returning
655668 Dual-Tip Pen - Brown 663345 White 12x12 Notebook Lined Designer Paper Pack (6/pk)
662480 Compass Punch
664076 All-American Blast Paper Pack (12/pk)
662645 Welcome Baby Stickers (3/pk)
663853 Springtime Soiree Paper Pack (12/pk)
663875 Hats Off! Paper Pack (6/pk)
664173 Poolside Paradise Stickers (3/pk)
663913 Hit the Road Stickers (3/pk)
Out of Stock
Returning
Returning July
664423 Ink Pad - Caramel
664428 Ink Pad - Cornflower
663816 Ink Pad - Canary
664462 Ink Pad - Songbird Blue
664424 Ink Pad - Hot Fudge
664425 Ink Pad - Cranberry
663815 Ink Pad - Navy
664422 Ink Pad - Plum
664463 Ink Pad - Cool Gray
664427 Ink Pad - Dark Green
Returning August
Custom Foiled Spines
Returning September
665109 Cascade Spacers Set (8/pk)
Returning Autumn 2026
Photo Prints
Returning January
665483 Dual-Tip Pen - Chocolate
Returning TBD:
Custom Album Covers
Returning 2027:
665533 Layout Studio - Eternal Blue
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