Advisor Update

Free Ground Shipping on orders $100+ ends Monday, Dec. 15, at noon CT.
The December Virtual Crop kicks off TODAY at 5pm in the Virtual Crop Group, with the Secret Box #5 opening at 4:30pm CT.
See the December bestsellers in today's communication.
The Cutting Mat Layout Ruler and CCS Border Cutting Tools are now available for Advisors AND customers to order!
Order the Advisor Exclusive 2026 Beginner Class System Starter Bundle: Includes three Intro Simple Page Kits (all with the same cutting guide) and the brand-new Crop Talk Card Deck for fun conversation starters for all your 2026 events! Learn more below.
The 12-inch Trimmer is now Last Chance, making way for a NEW 12-inch Trimmer coming in March 2026! Limit 2 per order of the current 12-inch Trimmer, available while supplies last.
“The Next Chapter Event” discounts with up to 60% OFF select products running through Dec. 23 (ends at noon CT).
Beginner Class Promo: Submit your 2026 Beginner Class by Jan. 23 to earn the 100 Bold Moves Guided Journal as an Advisor Achievement at the end of January! Watch how to submit your events here.

12-inch Trimmer Now Last Chance — New 12-inch Trimmer Coming March 2026
Limit 2 per order, available while supplies last

Please be advised that the fan-favorite 12-inch Trimmer has been moved into Last Chance effective today (limit 2 per order) to make way for a NEW 12-inch Trimmer that’s coming in March 2026!

This new version was developed with Advisor input and will be compatible with everything you and your customers love about the current trimmer, but with enhancements! Stay tuned to your Advisor communications for sneak peeks and details about the NEW 12-inch Trimmer!

You made the original a bestseller — the next generation is crafted with even more to love.

Today’s the Day: Secret Box #5 Opening + Virtual Crop Kick-Off!

The wait is over — the December Virtual Crop starts tonight at 5pm CT! But the fun begins early with the Secret Box #5 Opening at 4:30pm CT, where you’ll finally see what’s inside your box of surprises.

Then, dive into four new sketch challenges and share your pages in the group for a chance to win prizes and connect with crafters around the world.

Let’s make this Virtual Crop one to remember — full of creativity, community and crafty cheer!

First Row Left: Advisor Suzen Crooks-Jones hosted a retreat with 27 attendees featuring card, tag, and bookmark exchanges, along with group activities, including a botanical garden outing, sunrise photos, beach walks, shopping and dining. Many memories were made and there is plenty left to scrapbook.
First Row Right: Advisor Ginger Nichols-Himelein held her final crop of 2025 with Advisor Jennifer Orme. Attendance was light, but the group enjoyed their time together and ended with dinner.
Second Row Left: Advisor Adrienne Stevens hosted her Christmas Crop & Open House, where attendees explored their Secret Boxes and created with the Gingerbread Fun collection. She assembled her 2026 Scrap Journal & Calendar and completed her Grateful Gathering Playbook pages. The group enjoyed food, fellowship and creative fun.
Second Row Right: Advisor Cassie Oelberg celebrated her most successful Open House to date thanks to strong promotion and high engagement. Guests opened Secret Box #5 together, enjoyed lively activities, and contributed to record Wish List sales and new subscriptions. A viral Facebook Live featuring her gingerbread dress brought in even more attendees. She expressed deep gratitude for the joy and connection this work brings.
Third Row Left: Advisor Judy Pluta, along with Advisor JoAnn Frantz, hosted 43 attendees at their “Charlie Brown Christmas” crop, which included a cookie and ornament exchange, festive character visits, games, Jazzercize and an Open House with Christmas tag-making. The event welcomed five new attendees and included two Beginner Classes.
Third Row Right: Advisor Marita Regier hosted an Open House, Beginner Class, Open Crop and Page Kit Class for eight guests, marking a successful day of activities.
Fourth Row Left: Advisor Kim Spilman hosted her Open House with steady attendance and continues working toward signing one more Advisor to secure her trip.
Fourth Row Right: Advisor Skye Peterson hosted her monthly Saturday crop with a cozy group of three attendees, including one brand-new participant. The smaller group allowed time for connection, and Skye was able to work on her own pages as well.

First Row Left: Advisor Debbie Taylor shared highlights from her 31st Holiday Open House, where she implemented a new format featuring product displays and demo stations for the Embossing Machine, Inks and the Envelope & Bow Creator. Attendees enjoyed a free Make & Take, a Gingerbread House contest, product specials and a tag kit gift. Early and consistent promotion contributed to her best attendance and sales yet.
First Row Right: Advisor Kim Luckey hosted a Holiday Card Making & Wine Tasting class, partnering with a sommelier who guided attendees through five wine pairings while they created cards.
Second Row Left: Advisor Gina Embry hosted the CM Sisters Santa’s Workshop Virtual Crop, where customers and Advisors enjoyed crafting, learning new techniques, and interacting with a talented team of designers. It was a festive start to the holiday season.
Second Row Right: Advisor Kisle Lynn hosted a fun and festive “Christmas Luau” crop.
Third Row Left: Advisor Teri Edwards hosted a Saturday Crop with 14 attendees who created the Magic of Christmas Project Recipe and a festive layout from the CM Blog. She showcased the Tropical Garden collection, sparking interest and sales, and welcomed two new attendees — a long-time customer and her adult daughter.
Third Row Right: Advisor Tracy Branham-Baxter held her third Beginner Class with a guest who RSVP’d while Tracy was away at a retreat, so she hosted the class without her usual display setup.
Fourth Row Left: Advisor Michelle Burkhart hosted her final 2025 Project Recipe class and Open House with 10 attendees. She gifted two layouts, encouraged guests to complete Wish Lists, and provided coupon books redeemable throughout 2026. Photos were taken in stages as guests finished at different times. It was a wonderful end to the year.
Fourth Row Right: Advisor Alanna Kabel held a sold-out card and tag-making event and donated a portion of the proceeds to the ladies auxiliary. This was her second successful event at this venue, and guests enjoyed creating four cards and four gift tags.

First Row Left: Advisor Anne Erbe hosted a festive and successful Holiday Open House.
First Row Right: Advisor Gwen Hollenbaugh hosted her second Christmas Card Class with eight attendees who braved the snowy weather. One new attendee joined, and one regular recently became an Advisor.
Second Row Left: Advisor Leah Cochran hosted a Christmas Card Class with 14 attendees, including 11 new customers. Everyone enjoyed the creative projects.
Second Row Right: Advisor Chris Gladden co-hosted a fall retreat November 14-16 with 17 attendees. The event featured a Simple Page Kit challenge, a Cascading Pages Class, 76 Tape Runners used and 789 completed pages.
Third Row Left: Advisor Jinny Morrell coordinated the creation of accordion albums as a special gift for a volleyball team, involving the moms in crafting. The multi-night project also resulted in a new customer.
Third Row Right: Advisor Alyse Castonguay hosted her December event with scrapbookers, a card maker, a wreath creator and a new attendee learning the Power Layout Box. She taught a double Project Recipe class using Gingerbread Fun and Magic of Christmas, with a younger guest customizing the layouts for her Scrap Journal.
Fourth Row: Advisor Birdie Olson participated in a Holiday Craft Show wearing her CM Apron and received compliments while connecting with attendees.

Celebrating Your Events!

Meet Jill Skaja from
the Home Office Team

Celebrating Your Events!

Meet Jill Skaja fromthe Home Office Team

Meet Jill Skaja from
the Home Office Team