August 10, 2026

Advisor
Weekly

Croptoberfest 2026

  August 10, 2026

Advisor
Weekly

Secret Box #3

Use the buttons below to jump to the info you'd like to see!

Use the buttons below to jump to the info you'd like to see!

YOU-PICK-IT PROMO
INVENTORY
UPDATES

August 10
Updates

What’s Happening Now

  • Shop the newest products available NOW: The Studio Backpack, Studio Case, Custom Foiled Spines and the Rolling Utility Bag - Rainbow Dots (while supplies last).
  • Submit your Croptoberfest events for a chance to WIN! Submit your Croptoberfest event(s) to the website by Friday, Aug. 14, at noon CT (AU: 15 Aug. at 2:59pm AET), for a chance to win the Die-Cutting & Embossing Starter Set Bundle FREE! Bonus entry if you also add a Beginner Class event!
  • “Mastering the CM Collective” video series, Call 8: Advisor Resources: Understanding Your What's New Flyer Space: In this video, we go over how to open, download, and print your What's New Flyer to help promote upcoming product launches and/or promos.

What’s Coming Up

  • We are sunsetting the Advisor Resources in the Back Office and moving everything into the CM Collective the week of Aug. 31, 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!
9095893c d1cf 4c37 8ec3 7dd982b26071

Watch the Croptoberfest Webinar!

Get ready for your first look at Croptoberfest 2026! Join us for the Croptoberfest Reveal webinar this Thursday, July 30, at 7pm CT (AU: Friday, 31 July, at 10am AET), where you'll get an exclusive Advisor-only preview of everything planned for the 2026 Croptoberfest season. You won't want to miss the inspiration, excitement and sneak peeks!

Learn About the Newest Products!

Check out our newest innovation — the Studio Backpack, the first backpack built for 12x12 scrapbookers, and its coordinating Studio Case. Plus, the Custom Foiled Spines you've been asking for are coming back with some new features, and the Rolling Utility Bag - Rainbow Dots (while supplies last) are available now, too!


SHOP NOW
catalog slideshow



CM Collective

We are sunsetting the Advisor Resources in the Back Office and moving everything into the CM Collective the week of Aug. 31, 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!

Introducing “Mastering the CM Collective,” a weekly video series hosted by Jill Skaja of our Advisor Success team. Every Tuesday (AU: Wednesday), we'll share a 3- to 5-minute video focused on a specific area of the CM Collective, showing you where to find tools, how to navigate key spaces and tips to help you get the most from the platform.

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 each week in the “Mastering the CM Collective” space, as well as in the Advisor Update and Advisor Facebook Groups!

Beginner Class “Win” Spotlight

We want to celebrate with you! To partake in the Beginner Class “Win” Challenge, post a photo of your Beginner Class, and let us know what your “win” was for that event, including the hashtag #BeginnerClassWin in the CM Collective Business Chat. We will pick 3 winners each month who will receive that quarter's Simple Page Kit Bundle.

Ashley Ruhlig

“I had a regular customer/friend take me up on a Christmas in July offer and host a hangout with her friends in exchange for the Ocean Treasures bundle. This friend LOVES to host people and thought this was a fun idea.

She invited some of her crafty friends, most of whom I hadn't scrapped with before, to her home and I showed up and did a project with them. Many hadn't scrapped in years and were intimidated by it, so the Simple Page Kits were a great way for them to ease back in. Some are seasoned scrappers who hadn't played with the kits yet, and were delighted by them. And a couple hadn't scrapped before ever. It was a great mix of people from her circle!

I brought tools for them to use while they worked, and explained them as we went. The 12" Trimmer was a hit! Many had brought their own trimmers, but after using the CM one, there were many "wows" and "ooos"! One lady needed to peel up a piece she had already adhered down, so I got to show off the Multi-Purpose Tool. I showed off the Corner Rounder and they used the tape runners.

I shared about my Advisor journey, and while no one joined as an Advisor, they still were intrigued by it and it really helped to build trust and break the ice.

At the end, I sold over $300 worth in products (all orders). I had an Album Kit with me, both one completed and one still in the box, and they LOVED it! One lady order an Album Kit AND a 12" Trimmer with a few blades. Another wants me to reach out later about the trimmer, and another wants me to reach out later about an Album Kit!

It was such a great time, and my host did an amazing job having snacks and beverages to share. The ladies were hanging around after to share stories about their pictures, which was so so fun!

Lesson I took away - when I posted that Christmas in July Deal, I almost didn't include it. Everytime I share something like that, I get nothing. This time, I had this customer all over it. She told me she wanted to be better about having friends over, and this was the perfect reason to do so! So...never stop sharing! You never know where people are at at the time of reading or hearing it. This goes for hosting a class, selling a product, or even being an Advisor.”
- Advisor Ashley Ruhlig



Take Advantage of FREE Ground Shipping!

Free Ground shipping has been extended until this Friday, June 26, at noon CT, which means now’s the perfect time for you and your customers to shop the latest products, including the must-have, new-innovation CM Studio System, the Sorting Mate that you’ll want for creating projects in all your 2026 Project Playbooks, the Hydrangea Haven collection and/or any collections you haven’t ordered yet! And, because it’s Trimmer Week (see more below!), it’s a great time to order a 12-inch or Photo Trimmer and supporting products like a Trimmer Bag or Blades Bundle, and enjoy the shipping on us!

NEW Series: Mastering the 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!

Introducing Mastering the CM Collective, a weekly video series hosted by Jill Skaja of our Advisor Success team. Every Tuesday, we'll share a 3-5 minute video focused on a specific area of the CM Collective, showing you where to find tools, how to navigate key spaces and tips to help you get the most from the platform.

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 in the Mastering the CM Collective space, as well as in the Advisor Update and Advisor Facebook Groups!

Team Builders

Congratulations to each of you who welcomed new team members last week (Sunday-Saturday) — YOU are the Dream Builders!

US

Amy Graham
Angela Devin
Ann Hortman
Barb Best
Barbara Cross
Beckie Belote (2)
Becky Fore
Berniece Wood
Beverly Debono
Brenda Rose (2)
Brenda Simeth
Carla Ward
Carol Helm
Carole Tice
Cassie Oelberg
Cherlynne Hinton
Cheryl Blalock
Christy Nelson
Claire Lambariello
Connie Skaggs
Debbie Taylor
Dee Bryant (2)
Dee Osburn
Dena Varnam
Donna Guest
Dora Colton
Emily Shepherd
Gail Hardy
Gina Embry
Jeannie Vaughn
Jennifer Crocker
Jennifer Drake
Jennifer Hertz Schumacher
Jill Anderson
Jodi Bondy
Julie Olsted
June Ashby
Karen K Hohman

US

Kerry Kruegler
Ladawn Brooks
Laura Hon
Laurie Starling
Lianne Griffin
Linda Clark
Lisa Pastorelle
Lisa Thurman (California)
Lynn Bullen Wilkins (2)
Mandee Shirley (2)
Maranda Gary
Marcia Marion
Marie Swaney
Marla Gillespie (2)
Mary Anne Zarillo
Mary Cluley
Megan Stockstad
Meggan Jacks (3)
Melita Meloy
Michelle Stephens
Nicole Soh (2)
Patricia Dietrich
Paula Paquette
Retha Waltemyer
Rhonda George
Sandy Hauck
Shelly Stearns
Skye Peterson
Stephanie Jones
Susan Aurigema
Tammy McLeod
Tammy Skinner
Tara O'Gorman
Teri Brauer
Theresa Donahue
Trish Woodward
Wanda Williams
Yvonne Casalino

CA

Chantal Labrosse
Darlene Wood
Kristine Tedder
Nicole Butler
Rhonda Third
Robin Guillemette
Shaila Ekramoddoullah
Tina Rowe
Tricia Blair

AU

Ali D (2)
Karen Bayne
Linda Tiver
Megan Crowley (2)
Melissa Arnold

Top Team Builders

US: Lynn Bullen Wilkins

CA: Kristine Tedder

AU: Megan Crowley

RETURN TO TOP

Beginner Class “Win” Spotlight


We want to celebrate with you! To partake in the Beginner Class “Win” Challenge, post a photo of your Beginner Class, and let us know what your “win” was for that event, including the hashtag #BeginnerClassWin in the
CM Collective Business Chat. We will pick 3 winners each month who will receive that quarter's Simple Page Kit Bundle.

Joy Lane

“I taught a Beginner Class on May 26 using Simple Page Kits while on vacation visiting family. The guests were two nieces, their Mom (my sister-in-law) and one of my sons who probably wouldn't have joined in if we weren't on vacation and together with his cousins. My SIL wanted a smaller album so I gave her a Horizontal Pocket Page and showed her how to cut apart her SPK to fit the pockets. Everyone enjoyed themselves and I had my highest sales for a Beginner Class with both nieces choosing Global Getaway Album Kits and my SIL ordering a Scrap Journal + pocket pages. Their order arrived today so I was able to explain how to use the Kits and they were thrilled with their free Tote Bags, too. The biggest win is that the women are finally all excited to create their own albums after many attempts over the years to persuade them to try it. Switching my verbiage from 'scrapbook' to 'album' seemed to make a difference since they have used pocket-style albums before. Thanks Home Office for making it simpler to teach beginners with SPKs to transition into becoming album makers! My nieces were happy to do unboxing reels for me, too!

- Advisor Joy Lane

Top Earners By Level

Level 5

  • Meggan Jacks
  • Lauren Hinds
  • Tessa Chapple
  • Gail Hardy
  • Beth Beller

Level 4

  • Georgette Lopez-Aguado
  • Kerry Mangen
  • Jodi Warzecha
  • Susanne Steffensen
  • Becky Jones

Level 3

  • Patty Chaney
  • Anna Marie Crook
  • Cheryl Blalock
  • Diane Morton
  • Julie Erdman

Level 2

  • Carey Payette
  • Cindy Gentry
  • Danielle Black
  • Rhonda Kusher
  • Kristine Shaw

Level 1

  • Lura Bishton
  • Amber Aplin
  • Angela Vittori
  • Leisa Whitehead
  • Sarily Ryea

A huge round of applause to our top earners by level from last week!

Lv 5:

Meggan Jacks

Lv 4:

Georgette Lopez-Aguado

Lv 3:

Patty Chaney

Lv 2:

Cindy Gentry

Lv 1:

Leisa Whitehead

Have you uploaded an Advisor profile photo? Make sure you have a profile photo uploaded because you may be featured in an upcoming newsletter!

Top Weekly Sales

Group Sales

  • Beth Beller
  • Cassie Oelberg
  • Beckie Belote
  • Debbie Martin
  • Lisa Thurman (California)
  • Lanita Medina
  • Tessa Chapple
  • Nicole Soh
  • Leslie Theys
  • Lisa Thurman (Florida)

Personal Sales

  • Meggan Jacks
  • Lauren Hinds
  • Gail Hardy
  • Tessa Chapple
  • Lianne Griffin
  • Beckie Belote
  • Nikki Nichols
  • Lanita Medina
  • Donna Guest
  • Melissa Vaccaro

Last Chance
Not Returning

SEE MORE



665060 2026 Simple Page Kit Bundle #1

665125 Flutter & Bloom Paper Pack (6/pk)

659391 Fill & File Sleeves - 5.5x5.5

663942 Creative Motivation Binder

661833 Happy Album Planner Kit

664608 Winter Bliss Paper Pack (12/pk)

Out of Stock
Not Returning

655843 Gemstone Custom Cutting System (3/pk) 662315 Called to Serve Stickers (3/pk) 664126 Flutter & Bloom Embellishments (16/pk)

Out of Stock
Returning


Returning August
664423 Ink Pad - Caramel

664427 Ink Pad - Dark Green

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

664429 Ink Pad - Black

664463 Ink Pad - Cool Gray

Returning September
665109 Cascade Spacers Set (8/pk) Returning November 664486 Border Punch Organizer - Rainbow Dots

Returning Autumn 2026 Photo Prints Returning January 665483 Dual-Tip Pen - Chocolate

Returning TBD:
Custom Album Covers

Returning 2027: 665533 Layout Studio - Eternal Blue


Customer Service
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm CT

CALL AND LEAVE A MESSAGE

1-320-281-1424

EMAIL FOR FIELD QUESTIONS

Coach@CreativeMemories.com

EMAIL FOR GENERAL INQUIRIES

CustomerService@CreativeMemories.com

EMAIL FOR PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS

CMProductSuggestion@CreativeMemories.com