Here is an excerpt from an email that I sent out last week in regards to upcoming changes for Creative Memories...
It's been an interesting summer for Creative Memories... Some of you may be aware that they recently announced that they have filed for Chapter 11 and propose to redirect the company's focus. The message is that there is a smaller market for traditional scrapbook supplies because people have less time to spend on album making and the market is already quite saturated. CM will revamp their offerings to include products that will encourage quick album completion. We expect to see a completely new product line in the Fall. While I'm excited about this new direction (which I believe will include an "app" of some sort related to photo sharing), there are some implications for the current product line...
Supplies that are currently offered will be sold until the inventory is depleted; many popular items are being sold "while supplies last." If you have albums that you need to finish, please be sure to see if there's anything you'll need to order in July since it won't be available after that. Check your inventories of pages, page protectors, tape runner, etc. to be sure that you have enough to finish any incomplete projects. July 8-31 is the last chance order period for these items. If you are in need of anything, please let me know by next week Monday, July 15 as I'll be placing an order then. Please note that your items may take several weeks to come in as CM is getting swamped with orders right now.
Change is hard, but I look forward to what will be unveiled this fall... Stay tuned for updates. Thank you for your continued support!Heads up for digital customers: CM is working hard to find a way for Storybook Creator to be supported in their new world. According to a recent Facebook post, "The new company simply can’t bring digital forward in its current condition. The new company will include digital; it will just be starting with a new foundation." This makes me quite nervous, as I rely heavily on SBC, but I am patiently waiting to see what is revealed in the Fall first. On another note, all purchased product credits must be redeemed by August 21, regardless if you have a later expiration date. Don't waste your credit!
