{"id":92417,"date":"2023-12-08T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-08T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/creativememories.com/apps/thepages\/?p=92417"},"modified":"2023-12-08T11:03:31","modified_gmt":"2023-12-08T17:03:31","slug":"december-2023-virtual-crop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/creativememories.com/apps/thepages\/2023\/12\/08\/december-2023-virtual-crop\/","title":{"rendered":"December 2023 Virtual Crop"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As we\u2019re rounding out the end to 2023, we might be hearing the reminiscing tune of \u201cAuld Lang Syne\u201d whirling through the air. So how about we \u201cCheers!\u201d and raise our layouts to our old (and new!) friends and the memorable days behind us by scrapbooking during the appropriately timed December Virtual Crop!? 

Psst, you\u2019ll also be happy to hear there will be VCs in 2024 (more on those below!) and some other awesome virtual experiences and challenges, too!<\/em><\/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 Virtual Crop Facebook Group<\/a>)<\/strong>, supplies you\u2019ll need<\/strong>, examples of challenges<\/strong>, the types of prizes<\/strong> and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Know what you’re looking for? Find it faster here:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sketch Challenges<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Prizes<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Home Office Layouts<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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In this post, you will find ALL 4 sketches for this crop<\/strong> (these 4 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 Facebook 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 ensure we see all your submissions for the 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, Dec. 12, at 11:59pm CT <\/strong>(AU: Wednesday, 13 Dec., at 4:59pm AEDT) 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 \u2014 happy scrapping!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Download the PDF of December VC Sketch Challenges here!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Challenge #1<\/strong> \u2014 #CMVirtualCrop1December2023<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Challenge #2<\/strong> \u2014 #CMVirtualCrop2December2023<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Challenge #3<\/strong> \u2014 #CMVirtualCrop3December2023<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Challenge #4<\/strong> \u2014 #CMVirtualCrop4December2023<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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View the rules and how prizes are awarded here ?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NOTE<\/strong>: The Prize Pack will be awarded to one (1) participant in each challenge. <\/em>Valid only for products currently in stock (excludes products that are out of stock and expected to return and products that are not in-house due to global shipping delays). <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will award the prizes randomly, but to win, it must be evident you used the sketch we provided as inspiration to create a project using predominantly Creative Memories products. You have until Tuesday, Dec. 12, at 11:59pm CT to submit your layout(s). Prize winners will be announced on Thursday, Dec. 14, at noon CT (AU: Friday, 15 Dec.)<\/strong><\/em>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Challenge #1<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Collection Used: Nordic Winter<\/a> or (Shop Canada<\/a> | Shop Australia<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Noreen\u2019s Tip:<\/strong> \u201cWhen you’re following a sketch with lots of layers, conserve paper by ‘gutting’ the base or second layer or by eliminating some of the paper behind the photos. No one will ever know!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Challenge #2<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Collection Used: Christmas Cheer<\/a> or (Shop Canada<\/a> | Shop Australia<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nicole\u2019s Tip:<\/strong> \u201cI started with a 9″ x 9″ base and adhered down strips of paper at varying widths and some slightly longer than 9″ because I wanted to angle them. Then, I just trimmed off the excess with the All-Purpose Scissors! There’s no right or wrong way to create the strip base!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Collection Used: Adventure Parks<\/a> or (Shop Canada<\/a> | Shop Australia<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Noreen\u2019s Tip:<\/strong> \u201cI used Fast2Fab\u2122-Inspired Designer Paper for the base pages for an instant border design. I also fussy-cut the title from a variety mat and fussy-cut the word stickers to match!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Collection Used:\u00a0Silver & Gold<\/a> or (Shop Canada<\/a> | Shop Australia<\/a>) \u2014 Hint: This collection and border punch is currently discounted and part of our Last Chance Promo!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nicole\u2019s Tip:<\/strong> \u201cWhen using a frame punch, like the Damask Flourish Frame Punch, you want the piece you’re punching to be at an even measurement (6″ x 6″, 8″ x 10″, etc.). To create my frame, I used a piece of 10″ x 10″ paper. I cut the gray piece behind my photos at 7-1\/2″ x 7-1\/2″ so I could see the pretty frame!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Take Advantage Of The Last Chance Promo!<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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For a limited time while supplies last<\/em>, you can get a set of 4 exclusive Seasonal Gnome Embellishment Packs FREE for every $140 USD | $190 CAD | $210 AUD you spend on Last Chance products in the<\/strong> Deals>Last Chance<\/strong><\/a> category on the website! (Limit 4 free gift sets per order \u2014 that\u2019s 16 packs of embellishments!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advisors, mark your calendar:<\/strong> Advisor-exclusive additions that qualify toward the promo launch on Dec. 11 (AU: 12 Dec.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more here: US<\/a> | CA<\/a> | AU<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mark Your Calendars!<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It may be the last Virtual Crop of 2023, but the croppin’ doesn’t stop here! You’ll want to mark the following 2024 Virtual Crop dates on your calendar! We look forward to ALL the fun we’re bound to have in the year ahead!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • January Virtual Crop:<\/strong> Jan. 12 (AU 13 Jan.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • February Virtual Crop:<\/strong> Feb. 9 (AU 10 Feb.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • March Virtual Crop:<\/strong> March 8 (AU 9 March)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • April Virtual Crop:<\/strong> April 12 (AU 13 April)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • May Virtual Crop:<\/strong> May 10 (AU 11 May)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • June Virtual Crop:<\/strong> June 14 (AU 15 June)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • July Virtual Crop:<\/strong> July 12 (AU 13 July)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • August Virtual Crop:<\/strong> Aug. 9 (AU 10 Aug.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Worldwide Virtual Crop (WWVC):<\/strong> Sept. 12 (AU 13 Sept.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • October Virtual Crop: <\/strong>Oct. 11 (12 Oct.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • November Virtual Crop: <\/strong>Nov. 8 (9 Nov.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • December Virtual Crop:<\/strong> Dec. 13 (14 Dec.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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