Do you ever have a moment of intense gratitude? A moment where you stop, are still and recognize all the good that surrounds you? In today's busy world it can be hard to be still for a moment but I had such a moment several weeks ago. I don't usually offer some personal insight on this business blog but SCT is my business and it happily makes up a big part of my world. Let me go back to that moment several weeks ago. During our annual summer trip to Maine, my family was busy and I was quietly paddleboarding on this pretty lake nestled in the mountains. There were a couple of loons and their two babies serenading those of us on the lake that morning. It was that perfect moment to allow what I call "blue sky thinking" and consider where SCT is headed next. It was also in that moment that I began to reflect on how far beyond all expectations SCT has gone. While it's been the hard work of this amazing team of ladies I have had the pleasure of working with over the past 9 years and of course it's a huge part because of the supportive readership we have all over the world but there is one more large part and that is our industry partners. Those partners that took a leap of faith when this 30 something walked an industry trade show floor in February, 2006 and said these words "I'm going to launch a free magazine." The plan was simple. And one by one our partners understood what it would take. For almost 10 years they have stood beside us, encouraged us and championed for us. While media has shifted and magazines have struggled, we have had our most successful year yet. Am I grateful? Oh yes I am.
In that moment on the lake an idea took shape and now it's here. TODAY! As part of our 100 days of summer, for the month of August we will celebrate our partners. One each day. We will link you to their website, to their social media sites and we will thank them. But do you want to know the great part? They want to share their gratitude and each day have offered a fabulous giveaway - just for YOU! Yes, we are celebrating you too! Ready to get started?
GIVEAWAY TIME!!!
First up in our celebration is American Crafts. A family owned company that have been a very large part of everything we do at the magazine. I have worked with Grant and his amazing team for a long time. Besides having some of the most innovative products in the market under some amazing brands like Pink Paislee, We R Memory Keepers, Bazzill, Heidi Swapp, Imaginisce, Becky Higgins, Pebbles, Crate Paper and Seven, they are pretty amazing to work with! They also, like us, love the celebrate! To kick off this "gratitude celebration" they would love to offer one lucky reader this...
Amazing products including some items from their brand new Desktop Essentials line and we see some of their brand new "Sticky Thumb" line of adhesives in this package too! To be entered to win, we are keeping it very simple. Just leave a comment below letting us know in just a few words (or more if you want to!) what SCT means for you. We would like to select some of those comments to be a part of our new 2016 media package! Please leave your comment by Wednesday, September 2nd. All winners will be announced on September 4th!
We would also like you to visit American Crafts on their facebook page and leave them a BIG "SCT thank you!" If you think they don't see it, let me assure you they do. We are complimented all the time on the grateful audience we have. I could not agree more. If you don't already "like" them on Facebook, this is a great time to do that.
Here are all the places you can be inspired by American Crafts and their talented team:
Facebook: American Crafts
Instagram: @americancrafts
Blog: American Crafts
Website: American Crafts
Pinterest: American Crafts
YouTube: American Crafts
Thank you for letting me speak from the heart this morning. I work with an extraordinary team, I have a pretty great family (that puts up with a lot of crazy!) and I have YOU! Happy Monday!
~ Catherine Tachdjian, Publisher, Scrapbook & Cards Today magazine
SCT provides so much inspiration and is so generous in sharing the magazine free digitally! I love coming by to see what is going on!! Thanks for a chance to win a FABulous prize, too!
Posted by: Kelly Massman | August 03, 2015 at 11:23 AM
SCT is THE place for scrapbook layout inspiration for me. Love to read your blog!
Posted by: Josefine | August 03, 2015 at 11:31 AM
SCT means loads of great inspiration!! Thank you for everything you & your team has done; YOU are appreciated!
Posted by: Rebecca Yahrling | August 03, 2015 at 11:42 AM
How cool! I love
SC because you have
the newest items and
great inspiration with
all your projects. Also
love the giveaways!
Carla from Utah
Posted by: Carla Hundley | August 03, 2015 at 11:49 AM
SCT is inspiration and my need to know source.. thanks for being awesome... yay
Posted by: Annette Allen | August 03, 2015 at 11:50 AM
SCT is such a great place for inspiration and your kits are awesome! Thanks for such a great giveaway ... AC is one of my favorites!
Posted by: Judy Stiles | August 03, 2015 at 11:56 AM
SCT means inspiration, product news, and great giveaways!
Posted by: theCook | August 03, 2015 at 12:00 PM
Your blog has always been a great source of inspiration to me. My hope is to one day actually hold a copy of your magazine in my hands.
Posted by: Tona | August 03, 2015 at 12:06 PM
When I think of SCT, I think "inspiration, fun, great layouts, news about trends, community." Thanks for printing a magazine when so many others stopped. Love you guys.
Posted by: Alma D | August 03, 2015 at 12:13 PM
SCT means good quality giveaways, inspiring project ideas and a beautiful colourful magazine!
Posted by: justasiam | August 03, 2015 at 12:15 PM
I get lots of inspiration to develop in many different ways. Keep up the great work or I will be lost.
Posted by: Susan Samuel | August 03, 2015 at 12:15 PM
What's not to love about SCT! Whether in paper or digital format, I can't wait for the next issue. Inspirational, motivational, informative and a good read to boot. Keep up the fantastic job. Thank you for your efforts and continued success in this crazy unpredictable business.
Posted by: Glenda Thorne | August 03, 2015 at 12:17 PM
What a great giveaway! I always look forward to all of the inspiration and information I receive from SCT. Great company!!
Posted by: Chris Cross | August 03, 2015 at 12:18 PM
The best day was when I discovered SCT - you guys are the best! I'm really looking forward to upcoming projects.
Posted by: Marge G. | August 03, 2015 at 12:18 PM
SCT means to me, an almost everyday reminder of something fresh and exciting in the hobby I love, adore and cherish. Either as inspiration, education, designer recognition, or a fresh new product line. As more and more LSS are harder to find, this keeps me connected!
Thank you so much!
Posted by: Kelly A. Crowl | August 03, 2015 at 12:19 PM
The magazine has been successful because of your passion! And we all thank you for that! Continued success!
Posted by: Alexandra Tompras | August 03, 2015 at 12:19 PM
Thank you and your team for the great inspiration they give in every issue.
Posted by: Janet MacKay | August 03, 2015 at 12:21 PM
SCT keeps me informed on the latest and greatest and totally inspires me!
Posted by: Janet Zeppa | August 03, 2015 at 12:25 PM
Thank you for still providing a real paper magazine. I love sitting back and flipping through the pages for inspiration without having to turn on my computer.
Posted by: C.D. | August 03, 2015 at 12:29 PM
When I need some inspiration or I just wanna check in to see what the newest trends are in paper crafting, I turn to Scrapbook and Cards Today. You answer the call every time!
Posted by: Deb V | August 03, 2015 at 12:29 PM
SCT gives me card and scrapbook inspiration and has great giveaways! Thank you! :)
Posted by: Jen Naus | August 03, 2015 at 12:30 PM
SCT has the best information about latest trends in the crafting world and neverending inspiration for card-making and scrapbooking! I am so glad & grateful that they offer the digital version for free!
Posted by: Karen Lai | August 03, 2015 at 12:32 PM
SCT is inspiration for my greeting cards. I adapt your ideas to fit my cards. There are recommendations for new and wonderful products (that I can't live without). And there are great presents each week.
thanks.
Posted by: marylouh | August 03, 2015 at 12:35 PM
I LOVE SCT. With all the stress of everyday life, SCT just takes my mind away for hours on end as once I see the cards and projects they share with us, I'm off to my studio to craft. All my worries and troubles are gone!
Thanks so much SCT for sharing with us!!!
Posted by: Lynn Gauthier | August 03, 2015 at 12:35 PM
SCT is a great source of inspiration for me. I often get out the old issues from way back.... just because I always find something new that I missed the first, second and even the third time I viewed the magazine. Thanks so much!
Posted by: Karen S | August 03, 2015 at 12:38 PM