{"id":105499,"date":"2025-07-11T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/creativememories.com/apps/thepages\/?p=105499"},"modified":"2025-09-22T13:50:01","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T18:50:01","slug":"the-july-2025-virtual-crop-is-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/creativememories.com/apps/thepages\/2025\/07\/11\/the-july-2025-virtual-crop-is-here\/","title":{"rendered":"The July 2025 Virtual Crop is HERE!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We are halfway through the year, and the July Virtual Crop is here to help you stay on track with all your 2025 scrapbooking goals! You\u2019re in for a weekend packed with fresh inspiration, connection and scrap-happy fun. Get excited for 4 brand-new sketch challenges designed to make scrapbooking your memories a breeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If this is your first time participating in a Virtual Crop and you would like a quick step-by-step guide of what to expect before you jump in, you can get ALL the details about Virtual Crops in this blog post<\/a>, including how to participate<\/strong> (in our <\/strong>Virtual Crop Group<\/strong><\/a>)<\/strong>, supplies you\u2019ll need<\/strong>, examples of challenges<\/strong>, types of prizes<\/strong> and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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In this post, you will find ALL 4 sketches for this crop<\/strong> (these sketches are for the entire weekend; no additional sketches will be posted), a downloadable PDF with the 4 sketches<\/strong> for your convenience, hashtags to use<\/strong> when posting your challenge layouts in the Virtual Crop Group<\/a><\/strong>, prize information<\/strong> and layout inspiration<\/strong>. This is about to be an amazing weekend and we can’t wait to see what you create!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make sure we see all your submissions for a chance to win, you’ll want to post each layout you complete as its own new post with the hashtag for that challenge<\/strong>. You have until Tuesday, July 15, at 11:59pm CT (AU: Wednesday, 16 July, at 2:59pm AET) to submit your layouts for the chance to win a prize (more details on what you can win further down this post!). Again, we’re so excited that you’re here. Happy scrapping!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Download The PDF Of The July VC Sketch Challenges Here!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Challenge #1<\/strong> \u2014 #CMVirtualCrop1July2025<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Challenge #4<\/strong> \u2014 #CMVirtualCrop4July2025<\/h2>\n\n\n
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NOTE<\/strong>: The Prize Pack will be awarded to one (1) participant in each challenge. Valid only for products currently in stock (excludes products that are out of stock and expected to return).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will award the prizes randomly, but to win, it must be obvious you used the sketch we provided as inspiration to create a project. You’re highly encouraged to use Creative Memories products, but it’s not a requirement to win.<\/em>\u00a0You have until Tuesday, July 15, at 11:59pm CT<\/strong> (AU: Wednesday, 16 July, at 2:59pm AET) to submit your layout(s). Prize winners will be announced on Thursday, July 17, at noon CT\u00a0(AU: Friday, 18 July)<\/strong><\/em>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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Challenge #1<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Layout by Noreen Smith<\/strong> \u2014 Creative Memories Home Office<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Collection Used: Noteworthy Days<\/a> (Shop Canada<\/a> | Shop Australia<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Noreen’s Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0“Create both complete borders first, then cut one border in half lengthwise to achieve the perfect half-circles shown along the edges of the layout!<\/em>“<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Collection Used:\u00a0All-American Blast<\/a> (Shop Canada<\/a> | Shop <\/a>Australia<\/a>)<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tammy’s Tip:<\/strong> \u201cStarburst layouts might look tricky, but this is a quick and easy way to get that eye-catching effect without overthinking it! Cut the second paper layer to 11.5″ and score it in half to use as the base for the starburst and to mat the photos. Use double-sided designer paper strips cut to 2.5″x12″ and 1.5″x6.5″, then cut each strip diagonally. If using directional paper, cut some pieces with the wide side to the left of the 12-inch Trimmer cut line and some to the right. Place the cut strips along the score line as a guide, keeping the straight edges all in the same direction to create the starburst. The 13×13 CCS Mat is perfect for spacing them evenly\u2014and makes alignment quick and easy!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Collection Used:\u00a0Poolside Paradise<\/a> (Shop Canada<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Shop <\/a>Australia<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tammy’s Tip: <\/strong>\u201cThis layout features a simple cross-over design, where the photos are adhered to a second paper layer that crosses over both pages to really make them pop! To add a bit of movement, round two opposite corners using the smallest Custom Cutting System Circle Pattern with the Red Blade. The 13×13 CCS Mat helps to line it up just right. What really makes this layout stand out? The Micro-Tip Pen dashed lines along the edge of the crossover paper \u2014 such a simple detail, but so effective!”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Collection Used: Mountain Scenes<\/a> (Shop Canada<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0Shop <\/a>Australia<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tammy’s Tip: <\/strong>\u201cEver wonder how to use scene papers on a two-page layout? In this example, I used the top 3″ and bottom 2″ of the scene paper as the base for the borders, then flipped the paper and cut photo mats from the reverse pattern. Now it\u2019s time to have some fun with your border punches! Select your border punch (I used the Road Trip Border Punch) and punch 2\u20133 different cardstock colours. Use the darker colour as the base, then fussy cut from the lighter colour and adhere with Foam Squares for added dimension. This clean grid format highlights your photos amidst the detailed border \u2014 so go ahead and add stickers and embellishments to your heart\u2019s content!\u201d<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Virtual Crop Tracker<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We are officially halfway through 2025! Remember to keep track of your projects with our 2025 Virtual Crop Tracker<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Color in one shutter for each sketch challenge you complete during each monthly Virtual Crop in 2025. Once you\u2019ve completed all 12 months\u2019 sketch challenges (that\u2019s 48 completed pages you\u2019ll be adding to your albums), you can submit your tracker for a chance to be one of three grand prize<\/strong> winners<\/strong>! More information on how to submit will be shared in the Virtual Crop Group as we near the final sketch challenge.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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P.S. Are YOU a member of the\u00a0Virtual Crop Group<\/a>?<\/em>\u00a0It\u2019s your go-to place for\u00a0MONTHLY Virtual Crops<\/strong>,\u00a0MONTHLY Completed Album Challenges<\/strong>,\u00a0QUARTERLY Secret Box Openings with project tutorials\u00a0<\/strong>and so much more!<\/em>\u00a0We hope you\u2019ll join<\/em>\u00a0our community of more than 46,000 fellow memory-keeping enthusiasts<\/em>\u00a0\u2014 you\u2019ll feel right at home!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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