You are so kind to reach out to those that have been hit hard with this news. I am really proud to be part of your community Tanner! The best part is watching you come along side of those in pain and walk with them.
This is sad news. I started learning about stamping, scrapbooking, and card making with Close to my heart, and StampinUp!, then quickly was a StampinUp! Demonstrator. I didn't even know about you tube back then or I would have started a channel. I still use and create with all of my products. What you said about it not being the company for your customers, but that they like you, is so true. I hope your listeners that this has affected really hear that. 💙
Well said! I see so many people saying they have their own business, and the business is an MLM. These people in MLMs have no say in products, pricing, or company operations. When the MLM flops, these "business owners" lose "their business" too.
Not only that an MLM has to purchase all their products to start their business not unusual, but the fact that the company depends on those MLM’s that don’t make it for a big chunk of their income is telling. My daughter chose two different times to be at MLM worked her butt off and it just never paid for the product that she purchased . it takes a long time or a lot of good luck or a tremendous sales person with savvy to get it going, The bills need to be paid!! We researched MLMs & the truth just might help make good decisions.
I'm a former marketing professional and sales trainer and can say with confidence that your advice is spot on. The opportunities going out on your own are endless. Plus it puts you in complete control of your message, operations, and work/life balance. Bravo!
This!! This is what I love about you Tanner!! Not only are you wise, but so caring and comforting to the crafting community. 🥰You didn't HAVE to do this, yet here you are comforting and advising those affected. You are so genuine and sincere with your words of advice. Thank you, Tanner, for being you! 🤩Love you!! (btw; I, myself, have never heard of Close To My Heart, but was invested in listening to your sweet advice) Craft on, Sir! 💖🌹
I have been a Maker with Close to my Heart for 23 years. I love the company and all the friends I made over the years. I have loved their products and workshops they created for us. I will miss them so much. I have purchased other products from many other companies also and look forward to learning new techniques and ideas to create new projects.
OMG! I just realized you are the Tanner that I followed years ago when you were a little boy and Emma with My Creative time introduced your talent to our craft community. I have taken a hiatus from crafting but am now back after many life changes, and it was such a comfort to see a happy part of my “past” crafting life. It is ironic that at the end of CTMH, I am starting to craft again, and you are a part of my happy crafty journey! You have no idea how happy my heart is to have found you again❤❤❤ SQUEEE 🎉
Oh Tanner, you are amazing! I have been watching your channel for a while now, but never actually subscribed. Not for any reason other than I just didn’t think about it I have tried to be more diligent about subscribing lately and when I wasyou video a few minutes ago, I went ahead and subscribed. And then I came across this video Tanner. I love your company so much, I’m so impressed with what you’ve been able to accomplish. As soon as I am able, I plan to purchase a membership to do my part in ensuring that you’re able to keep doing what you love. I very rarely comment but I am genuinely touched by this video. I’m so impressed with you and what you’ve been able to accomplish and wanted to compliment your whole team. Btw-I’m a Chattanoogan and definitely feel that as a fellow Vol, I’m very proud of y’all!! (That rhymes!! Teeeheee!)
Wonderful job covering this! I am not affected by this as I am not a scrapbook person. My heart goes out to those affected and to the owners. 40 years in business is amazing.
Thank you Tanner As a maker with CTMH I appreciate this video. Jeanette is in talks with SU for some transfer but we don’t have the details at this point. The sad part is the quality of their stamps and papers will leave a gap in the scrapbooking world.I have a video up on my RUclips with some faq’s that we know right now. It is time to pivot to an open up as well.
I appreciate your encouragement for those wondering what they will do after the closure of Close To My Heart. I am a few years in to using and learning my cricut, but new to following Makers Gonna Learn, and have always appreciated the direction and encouragement by all of you that it is possible to make anything! Thank you for sharing.
I know that Jeanette didnt want her life's work to be changed/altered in any way that would make the products "less than" by another company. The quality has always been there, and there are so many things we don't know about the decision making process at CTMH. Thank you for this video
I am a customer of both CTMH and SU. I find SU stamp and cardstock paper to be excellent compared to anyone else other than Tim Holtz. His quality is to tops. But CTMH has lesser quality but their scrapbooking kits and style of paper were wonderful. So for me it was about style with CTMH not quality.
Tanner, you are the most incredible person! What you said here is phenomenal! You are such an encouragement to this community! You are full of integrity and godliness! God bless you and Courtney! ❤
This was an excellent video to put out there for the CTMH community. I’m not a representative but I am one of your subscribers. You have a good heart and I’m sure they appreciate it.
I was with CTMH for 6 years and I love the creativity it gave to my life. However, I never made the connections needed to have a successful income. Now I see how much competition there is in the scrapbooking/card making business, it's crazy! So although sad at it's passing, I'm not all that surprised. Here's to awesome crafting!
Tanner, good advice! My ice skating teacher long ago used to say, “ if you are not ever falling down, you aren’t learning anything.” So yes, people should not just give up. Personally, I would advise people to “diversify”. Or, “don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” And think outside the box. This industry is very competitive, supplies are getting expensive, and as inflation/employment issues increase, people are changing their priorities in their budgets and crafting falls further down the “list”. I DO think there will always be “crafting”, but it will change as peoples’ needs change, as far as “what to make”. So maybe learn to make your own classes, learn how to make different things and teach those things, and maybe find/sell a different category of supplies for a different kind of project. I love your expression of “making your business on rented land.” I would tell even people who right now have a thriving business the same things. Society is changing, the economy is changing, and therefore businesses and business models need to change. If you are a praying person, ask God to give you wisdom and guidance in figuring out what to do. Jesus said that God even knows when a baby bird falls out of a nest, which means He is VERY aware of circumstances in and around your business and life. And since Jesus said He will provide what you need, it is NOT silly to ask for help with your craft-related business. If you aren’t a praying person, research a lot, and ask advice from people you know that have any kind of business, cuz many principles are the same no matter what the product or service is. Think positive! Wishing everyone the best!
Thank you so so much for your concern and advice. I have been in that type of business for over 25 years. There are changes being made in the business that make me have to consider leaving. More $ for the company more cost for the demonstrator. I am in major prayer about what to do and you are a great help. Thank you
Tanner, I have used CTMH projects for years, and was totally shocked when I learned this. One friend of mine has been a consultant for 17 years and my daughter was one also. Please pray for these crafters who have lost long time jobs!
Tanner, thank you for being so supportive and caring for others in the crafting world. I was not affected by this change but my heart hurts for those whose life have been impacted. Even though the CTMH news doesn’t affect me, your words had a huge effect. Tuesday I closed a business that I started 25 years ago. But your words helped me see that I still have a future, it just looks different. I can start anew and make my future look the way I want it to. I am so sorry for the owner and employees and hope that they find comfort, guidance, and can see a future shining through the pain. I look forward to your workshop. If you’re taking suggestions for future workshops, I know I am not the only one who needs help getting a RUclips channel going. Sure, there are videos by others but I would love to have guidance from a trusted friend.
I second this I am a mother of 11 children and I am a at home crafter and I watch MGL and Cricut and HTV Ront and I also follow Mrs Jennifer Maker and Crafting with Delonda as well. I learn some things and just sell around my neighborhood yet I also try and teach some of our future children as well as mines and I wish and want to start a RUclips Channel but don't know fully how all of this goes I think someone should stop and take heed to that because we don't fully know how all of this works.
Such sound advice! It’s hard work, but it’s worth it. I still have a 9-5 and just venturing out on my own to see where crafting will take me, but so worth it.
It was so kind of you to put your self out there to help so many of the people that have reached this cross road. Change is never ending and always difficult. Thank you for the encouraging words that you shared today. I have not been personally affected by this closure but I know that there are many people that have been. I pray the Lord continues to bless you and the work that you do.
Wow, sad to hear that for them. Tanner, thank you for being empathetic to another business and giving them some wisdom from your own experiences. You truly are one of a kind. Your heart is golden. ❤
Thank you Tanner for this video. You are so kind hearted and giving. When I started scrapbooking many years ago Creative Memories was all that was out there. Then Scrapbooking stores opened, oh how I wanted to open one, but my kids were small and I didn't have a great support system at home. Then they too closed. Close To My Heart came along and I LOVED their products, I still do. I actually became a rep for a short time. So they are near and dear to me. Scrapbooking has changed so much since those days 10-15 years ago. I stepped away from crafting sadly due to several life changes but I'm now back and have devoured your site and some others. I love my Cricut and have been using her like crazy these days( I am currently making my daughter's wedding invitations). I thank you for the kind words in this video and all the videos you and your AMAZING team produce. I do dream of maybe one day having a business but that's not today. I look forward to all the great things you do and share. Humbly, I thank you.
Wow, very sad story....Blessings to everyone it effects directly and the rest of the craft world. Like the message was given in this video, many more things await you. Some big doors are going to open. I have been a crafter for many years and have just started participating in some things and letting my cards be shared on RUclips. I did have and still have a fear at times that my cards will not be liked, but other crafters liked the handful that was shared on a couple of channels. I am proud of myself and will never stop making cards/crafting. Sending more blessings...
❤ You are so wise for being so young. You said exactly the things I needed to hear. I've been with CTMH as a maker since 2008. I didn't want to have to spend thousands to buy another company's products so I was thinking of becoming a "free agent". You've given me a tremendous boost. Thank You!!! ❤
I was really shocked that they were not working on being acquired as well... such an interesting move! Thanks for offering up a positive take on this, the makers I've seen are all feeling the same thing, shocked and saddened by this news BUT they have rallied, they aren't giving up their creative journeys, they are staying tied to the communities they have built. I totally agree that in time they will be grateful that they had to pivot and grow and shift and build their businesses in other ways. Thanks for making this video, I think it's super helpful in such a time as this.
Tanner I am so proud of you for this you tube. You show how much you care for are crafting world and the people in it. I hope anyone that is worried what to do will tune in and fellow you. Know Tanner is not out for himself he truly cares for you and this hard time you may be gong threw. Please take advantage of his free workshop. It's free that should tell you something about Tanner.
😢OMG, I lost my house in 1993 during hurricane Andrew, it was so bad, but days later walking around talking to neighbors we all kept finding pictures, it made thing even worse, and a lady showed up with boxes and said everyone put all the pixs you find in here, and we'll all did, it was odd because the Army base had also placed guards at the entrance of our community since, yes people kept coming in to steal, but she got in?, ment to be. She was a CTMH rep, and she and her team put all the pictures we all gave her in some kind of solution and then put them to dry, and hung them on lines she set up at the area the Red cross set up to feed us, and so many people got there memories back, years later I was in MO. And become a rep for CTMH, for a good 6yrs, then had to go back to work full-time, but I truly felt blessed for what that lady did, and for CTMH for the fun times I have crafting with them... (Homestead, FL. 1983) Barbara 😢
I don't know much about the scrapbooking industry, but as an experienced home sewer, I appreciate and support all creative endeavors. Continue to do what you love, and best wishes to all affected.
Wow! Powerful and encouraging! I think you said it wonderfully, and I really hope people heed your words. Way to go, Tanner! I'm looking forward to the class you'll be offering. Happy birthday to me, it'll come out on my birthday!! I know... maybe😊
Tanner -- BRAVO! I really appreciated how you took your time to share your thoughts and gave other advice to progress in this industry. I will be at your workshop. I am looking forward to it! Everyone at CTMH: My heart goes out to you. I know you will rock it out in whatever decision to make. Take your time and pray. Come up with a plan to pivot to greatness! All of my love! *hugs*
I've never been a fan of their products but my heart goes out to those affected by this. I know someone who has done well with CTMH over the years and this will be hard for her.
You've done a very good job of supporting the entire crafting community with this video! Sometimes change is really good for you, even if it doesn't feel like it in t he beginning. Mary
Thank you Tanner for your video ,Im a CTMH Maker and its a sad day for sure ,and i will be making some changes to my business after this. I love your channel and all that you do .
You did an excellent job on this video. For some reason this just hit me very hard. These people haven put their life into this business. I will pray for them and looking forward to your video on March 14.
Well my business closed at the end of the year. I have had it since 1994. Can't compete with the internet. I wonder where all this is going though. When you started talking I was waiting to hear you talk about the paint company that is all over the internet as well. I am just a "'creator". I use all kinds of supplies and products. You explained very well about taking a step toward your own goals. I will look into the video you made. Thank you for posting.
I have loved CTMH for so many years . I was a maker with them for several years and only quit because I was busy with high school kids. When something like this happens I always double check my inventory of crafting supplies and tools. I have been crafting and scrapbooking since 1998 and I bought my first Cricut before they even had them on the market in 2006. When something in the crafting world closes its doors my first thought is… “What if Cricut goes out?” I am a what if girl and I have 4 Cricut expressions and all of my 300+ cartridges safe and sound in case of emergencies. I will say the current all digital system is much better, but I would not know what to do without a Cricut. As for CTMH, I am sad and feel like I lost a dear friend. No one makes scrapbook page protectors even close to the quality they have.
Very sad. Close to my heart was one of the first companies that brought me into the crafting community. I ultimately shifted to Stamping Up, and then branched out significantly. So, so sad....one of my first stamp sets was from Close to my Heart. I wish everyone aligned to Close to My Heart business and community the best.
Back in the day, Close to my Heart had a cricut cartridge, back when their were cartridges. I've been a Cricut owner since 2005 so I've seen it all. This is very sad because I used to go to both CTMH and Stapin Up classes all the time.
Their images seem to never change much. Stampers and scrappers grow and change in their style and I for one just outgrew the images from SU and CTMH. I went more into the Tim Holtz grunge and 49 & Market papers. I once sent a letter to SU and asked them if they were going to include other types of stamping and never heard a thing from them. If you don't evolve you are left behind.
What beautiful words of encouragement! ❤ I’m not impacted as a crafter but your words made me think of my like in general. Thank you for sharing this story. ❤ Best wishes to those who have been impacted. 🫶🙏🏼
I can say that close to my heart does have amazing products hopefully they can partner with another company to continue to offer those amazing products. Regardless that they are mlm I hope the best for everyone with them. It is a very sad day…
Sad to hear CTMH is going out of business but totally understand where she is coming from. Sometimes the hard decisions need to be made. She can definitely say she left a legacy of care for both the company, it's employees and it's customers. She could've just stopped and that is it but she is attempting to find a transitional path for all.
I use CTMH almost exclusively, created a CTMH color challenge blog, and used to be a maker. Was definitely planning on coming back to it at a different stage of life, so this was disappointing news. Thank you for the advice!
As a demonstrator for Stampin' Up! which I have been on and off since 2011 I do it a hobbiest now and do other crafts as well and have noticed the shifts in the business and companies.
As a Team Leader with CTMH, I am heartbroken-for myself & for my team. Waiting for LOTS of details from the ongoing negotiations between CTMH & Stampin Up. I’m especially waiting because I am primarily a 12x12” scrapbooker & SU currently doesn’t do 12x12 scrapping as one of their primary offerings. B4 I joined CTMH, I owned my own scrapbook store. Due to health issues, I could no longer keep up with running that business. So I went with CTMH over 8 years ago & let CTMH do all the heavy lifting in the background, while I just crafted & taught-& teaching is & will forever be my true love. I’m in the wait & see stage of my shock & heartbreak right now & I not only have to consider what’s ultimately best for me at this time of my life, dealing with my multiple health issues, but I also have to take into account what’s going to be best for my Team💔.
My sister is a SU demonstrator, I buy from her all the time and the majority of the paper I buy is 12x12, not sure how you think that isn't doing 12x12 scrapbooking.
@@kittikins1Because SU doesn’t currently have a primary focus on scrapbooking. It’s not a premier product for them FYI. Having 12x12 paper doesn’t equal a primary focus on scrapbooking. CTMH has Scrapbooking Workshops for all their product lines. That’s a big difference.
@@T_M_H_Yes I’ve heard that SU is trying to get customers to set up their own accounts, so they can order WITHOUT going thru an SU Demonstator. That is quite worrisome.
It takes more than just paper. I won’t buy SU products due to their founders daughter on trial for murdering her ex husband. Sheri Gardner the founder is not allowing her grandchildren to see their siblings. There is a serious problem in that company. I have sold all of my SU products and I have seen on my area tons of SU products in thrift stores recently. There is a serious moral and ethical problem with this company. Their prices are way out of line and now Temu is offering their stamps and die cuts for Pennie’s on the dollar. Stick with companies like Tanners as he will never just stop doing his job because he loves it, loves his family, and most importantly loves his customers. Pay attention to companies that are good and are morally and ethically strong . That is why that company was around for 40 years. I really hope they do not merge with SU because I believe their days are numbered as they are not a good moral company. Blessings and continued success Tanner and staff. PLEASE continue to support companies like Tanner and take his advice and bet on yourself like he says and you will always be able to keep crafting even when other companies close. This will not be the last company to close so you will still be able to create.
It breaks my heart....I was a consultant for CTMH for some time. I LOVE their products, I simply couldn't keep up with their sales requirements at that time. I do hope that they collaborate with someone. I had hoped to join up with them again when I'm able to retire. I'm SUPER SAD to hear this sad news!
I happen across the video and this is happening on many levels to creators. I am a candlemaker and we are losing companies as well. Many are questioning WHY? The answer can be any things however the role of cheap money lending ending, tightening credit lines which many companies use to fund operations and a tough economy are certainly playing a role. No later what type of creator you are be prepared as much as you can for unexpected closures this year.
I'm a fairly new Cricut Crafter,, But I always been a Quilter and done other fabric crafts. In the past year, we have lost so many fabric stores that it's difficult to find quality fabric! Walmart and Amazon just don't do it. I hope this isn't a trend that's going too spread across other crafts.
Thank you for sharing. I have a fb friend who posted about this the other CTMH is the 4th company she has been with that has closed. I might one day take some of these steps to make something like this a side gig. Currently my day job. Is facing an unsure future and really need to have a fall back. I have been hesitant to do this as crafting has always been my release. I have been told you should sell your creations and I have done a fair or 2 but have always said if I did that it would become work and I would be afraid that I wouldn't have the same enjoyment.
I am sorry you are taking so long to get to the point of what Crivut has done--this is the second of your videos I am watching trying to understand what the story is. What is the actual problem??
@@annetteyoung7913 maybe you should just be noce to people asking questions about a topic they are not as informed as you are apparently. Wow. The aggression to a stranger for trying to genuinely learn about whats going on, be better. The main thing your missing is to be the change you want to see, not barking at other people who dont know what you learned. This is already so emotional, youll need to tame your hostility around here. For real. Were all climbing our own mountains.
oh my gosh the way you talked for like 4 min thought someone died and sounds like for her mental and personal health she needs to retire good for her may she find peace and i think rest of us will do just fine
I don’t see this as a decline in the industry, but rather the decline in MLM. SU is so much more money than CTMH. I think that the MLM business model is not working like it used to. Especially since there are many other companies to choose from.
Advice from a seasoned MLM person, however, it was years ago, Avoid MLM companies. I started with Amway and went from there. I'm sorry to whoever likes MLMs, I have done them for many years starting in the 90s and so on. This was driven by my mother at the time. Personally, I don't like them even though I made money doing them. They can be quite hard and getting people to join can be a pain. Long Hours too. Use the resources & advice that you are being given by Tanner. Good Luck.
I recently find out about the new svg program for cricut on your Phoenix but I think k The program still has Glitches it stops cutting and roll out the mat out of the machine and it doesn't finish the job. And I being trying with different files and does tbe same thing.
I owned a scrapbook store from 2002-2008. I sold my store due to job transfer. It closed 7 months later. I still love to scrapbook but the industry shifted so rapidly once digital became so popular.
Thank you for your post on this matter I am a customer of Close To My Heart and a big fan of their scrapbooking products, which is more in my liking than card making and was very bummed out on the announcement😢
Thank you for your inspiring words. I am a CTMH Maker and am in the in between. . I am primarily a scrapbooker but have card workshops in my house. I also have a RUclips channel that I am building where I teach people scrapbooking. Makers will be transitioning over to Stampin Up. I watched some videos and realized that I would have to change out all my inks and stamps if I go with Stampin up. I have been with CTMH for 16 years and have quite a collection of papers and stamps. I like your suggestion for teaming up with affiliates. think this is something that I would like.
Do you think that the Digital world is taking over these companies? I use to sell with stamp n up. We saw the down slide of these companies over time. Most of the things I do now are all digital down loads, with companies such as creative fabrica, cricut, Canva. And Makers gonna learn to name a few.
We also have to keep in mind that yes during covid crafting went through a big boom! this was great but at the same time companies took advantage of this and heavily increased prices on everything. It became ridiculous for those that were crafting way before covid. We saw how everything went greedy! After everyone went back to work as normal.....it crashed! but the prices stayed. For these reasons it started making it unaffordable to keep crafting. Back in the day everything was cheaper to make from scratch which gave the purpose and ambition to create. Now it cost more to make then to just buy ready made. It's unfortunate but until they go back to making crafting affordable again it will keep crashing down. Its also unfortunate that Cricut has killed their design space. that made so many changes and no many upgrades its not even enjoyable anymore. I canceled my subscription with them. I'm even thinking of selling everything Cricut! they as well went crazy with their prices. i dont like to be taken advantage of. This is my personal opinion.
You are so inspirational. I appreciate all you do here. Do you ever have in person workshops? Also, I tried to register for your training however it doesn't seem to be working
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You are so kind to reach out to those that have been hit hard with this news. I am really proud to be part of your community Tanner! The best part is watching you come along side of those in pain and walk with them.
Perfectly said Tanner!! You are your brand ❤
This is sad news. I started learning about stamping, scrapbooking, and card making with Close to my heart, and StampinUp!, then quickly was a StampinUp! Demonstrator. I didn't even know about you tube back then or I would have started a channel. I still use and create with all of my products. What you said about it not being the company for your customers, but that they like you, is so true. I hope your listeners that this has affected really hear that. 💙
Well said! I see so many people saying they have their own business, and the business is an MLM. These people in MLMs have no say in products, pricing, or company operations. When the MLM flops, these "business owners" lose "their business" too.
Not only that an MLM has to purchase all their products to start their business not unusual, but the fact that the company depends on those MLM’s that don’t make it for a big chunk of their income is telling.
My daughter chose two different times to be at MLM worked her butt off and it just never paid for the product that she purchased . it takes a long time or a lot of good luck or a tremendous sales person with savvy to get it going, The bills need to be paid!!
We researched MLMs & the truth just might help make good decisions.
I'm a former marketing professional and sales trainer and can say with confidence that your advice is spot on. The opportunities going out on your own are endless. Plus it puts you in complete control of your message, operations, and work/life balance. Bravo!
This!! This is what I love about you Tanner!! Not only are you wise, but so caring and comforting to the crafting community. 🥰You didn't HAVE to do this, yet here you are comforting and advising those affected. You are so genuine and sincere with your words of advice. Thank you, Tanner, for being you! 🤩Love you!! (btw; I, myself, have never heard of Close To My Heart, but was invested in listening to your sweet advice) Craft on, Sir! 💖🌹
I have been a Maker with Close to my Heart for 23 years. I love the company and all the friends I made over the years. I have loved their products and workshops they created for us. I will miss them so much. I have purchased other products from many other companies also and look forward to learning new techniques and ideas to create new projects.
OMG! I just realized you are the Tanner that I followed years ago when you were a little boy and Emma with My Creative time introduced your talent to our craft community. I have taken a hiatus from crafting but am now back after many life changes, and it was such a comfort to see a happy part of my “past” crafting life. It is ironic that at the end of CTMH, I am starting to craft again, and you are a part of my happy crafty journey! You have no idea how happy my heart is to have found you again❤❤❤ SQUEEE 🎉
AWWWWW!!!!!!!! Throwback! So nice to reconnect friend
Oh Tanner, you are amazing! I have been watching your channel for a while now, but never actually subscribed. Not for any reason other than I just didn’t think about it I have tried to be more diligent about subscribing lately and when I wasyou video a few minutes ago, I went ahead and subscribed. And then I came across this video Tanner. I love your company so much, I’m so impressed with what you’ve been able to accomplish. As soon as I am able, I plan to purchase a membership to do my part in ensuring that you’re able to keep doing what you love. I very rarely comment but I am genuinely touched by this video. I’m so impressed with you and what you’ve been able to accomplish and wanted to compliment your whole team.
Btw-I’m a Chattanoogan and definitely feel that as a fellow Vol, I’m very proud of y’all!! (That rhymes!! Teeeheee!)
You bless us with your caring heart Tanner. My heart goes out to Jeanette and her employees. May God bless her and you.❤
Wonderful job covering this! I am not affected by this as I am not a scrapbook person. My heart goes out to those affected and to the owners. 40 years in business is amazing.
Thank you Tanner As a maker with CTMH I appreciate this video. Jeanette is in talks with SU for some transfer but we don’t have the details at this point. The sad part is the quality of their stamps and papers will leave a gap in the scrapbooking world.I have a video up on my RUclips with some faq’s that we know right now. It is time to pivot to an open up as well.
Thanks Tanner. Your consideration and kindness in helping others is an inspiration and much appreciated.
Thanks!
I appreciate your encouragement for those wondering what they will do after the closure of Close To My Heart. I am a few years in to using and learning my cricut, but new to following Makers Gonna Learn, and have always appreciated the direction and encouragement by all of you that it is possible to make anything! Thank you for sharing.
Side note, I can see why you are also a life coach, you give amazing advice and you are very uplifting.
I know that Jeanette didnt want her life's work to be changed/altered in any way that would make the products "less than" by another company. The quality has always been there, and there are so many things we don't know about the decision making process at CTMH. Thank you for this video
Which is why being I talks with SU confuses me. I will never buy anything from SU given what is going on with their owners currently.
@@T_M_H_ I tried some SU products and I felt like the quality wasn't there (that was 10 years ago)
I am a customer of both CTMH and SU. I find SU stamp and cardstock paper to be excellent compared to anyone else other than Tim Holtz. His quality is to tops. But CTMH has lesser quality but their scrapbooking kits and style of paper were wonderful. So for me it was about style with CTMH not quality.
@@T_M_H_What’s happening with SU?
Tanner, you are the most incredible person! What you said here is phenomenal! You are such an encouragement to this community! You are full of integrity and godliness! God bless you and Courtney! ❤
This was an excellent video to put out there for the CTMH community. I’m not a representative but I am one of your subscribers. You have a good heart and I’m sure they appreciate it.
I was with CTMH for 6 years and I love the creativity it gave to my life. However, I never made the connections needed to have a successful income. Now I see how much competition there is in the scrapbooking/card making business, it's crazy! So although sad at it's passing, I'm not all that surprised. Here's to awesome crafting!
I was with them a few years and neither did I.
Tanner, good advice! My ice skating teacher long ago used to say, “ if you are not ever falling down, you aren’t learning anything.” So yes, people should not just give up. Personally, I would advise people to “diversify”. Or, “don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” And think outside the box. This industry is very competitive, supplies are getting expensive, and as inflation/employment issues increase, people are changing their priorities in their budgets and crafting falls further down the “list”. I DO think there will always be “crafting”, but it will change as peoples’ needs change, as far as “what to make”. So maybe learn to make your own classes, learn how to make different things and teach those things, and maybe find/sell a different category of supplies for a different kind of project. I love your expression of “making your business on rented land.” I would tell even people who right now have a thriving business the same things. Society is changing, the economy is changing, and therefore businesses and business models need to change. If you are a praying person, ask God to give you wisdom and guidance in figuring out what to do. Jesus said that God even knows when a baby bird falls out of a nest, which means He is VERY aware of circumstances in and around your business and life. And since Jesus said He will provide what you need, it is NOT silly to ask for help with your craft-related business. If you aren’t a praying person, research a lot, and ask advice from people you know that have any kind of business, cuz many principles are the same no matter what the product or service is. Think positive!
Wishing everyone the best!
Thank you so so much for your concern and advice. I have been in that type of business for over 25 years. There are changes being made in the business that make me have to consider leaving. More $ for the company more cost for the demonstrator. I am in major prayer about what to do and you are a great help. Thank you
Tanner, I have used CTMH projects for years, and was totally shocked when I learned this. One friend of mine has been a consultant for 17 years and my daughter was one also. Please pray for these crafters who have lost long time jobs!
Very thoughtful of you to reach out and offer this help to others. I am not affected but applaud your generosity,
Awesome job spreading positivity in such a bleak situation Tanner! You are amazing! Thank you for all you do!
Tanner, thank you for being so supportive and caring for others in the crafting world. I was not affected by this change but my heart hurts for those whose life have been impacted.
Even though the CTMH news doesn’t affect me, your words had a huge effect. Tuesday I closed a business that I started 25 years ago. But your words helped me see that I still have a future, it just looks different. I can start anew and make my future look the way I want it to.
I am so sorry for the owner and employees and hope that they find comfort, guidance, and can see a future shining through the pain.
I look forward to your workshop. If you’re taking suggestions for future workshops, I know I am not the only one who needs help getting a RUclips channel going. Sure, there are videos by others but I would love to have guidance from a trusted friend.
I second this I am a mother of 11 children and I am a at home crafter and I watch MGL and Cricut and HTV Ront and I also follow Mrs Jennifer Maker and Crafting with Delonda as well. I learn some things and just sell around my neighborhood yet I also try and teach some of our future children as well as mines and I wish and want to start a RUclips Channel but don't know fully how all of this goes I think someone should stop and take heed to that because we don't fully know how all of this works.
Such sound advice! It’s hard work, but it’s worth it. I still have a 9-5 and just venturing out on my own to see where crafting will take me, but so worth it.
It was so kind of you to put your self out there to help so many of the people that have reached this cross road. Change is never ending and always difficult. Thank you for the encouraging words that you shared today. I have not been personally affected by this closure but I know that there are many people that have been. I pray the Lord continues to bless you and the work that you do.
Thank you Tanner, what a great message of encouragement that applies to anybody. 💕🇨🇦🙏🏻
Wow, sad to hear that for them. Tanner, thank you for being empathetic to another business and giving them some wisdom from your own experiences. You truly are one of a kind. Your heart is golden. ❤
Thank you Tanner for this video. You are so kind hearted and giving. When I started scrapbooking many years ago Creative Memories was all that was out there. Then Scrapbooking stores opened, oh how I wanted to open one, but my kids were small and I didn't have a great support system at home. Then they too closed. Close To My Heart came along and I LOVED their products, I still do. I actually became a rep for a short time. So they are near and dear to me. Scrapbooking has changed so much since those days 10-15 years ago. I stepped away from crafting sadly due to several life changes but I'm now back and have devoured your site and some others. I love my Cricut and have been using her like crazy these days( I am currently making my daughter's wedding invitations). I thank you for the kind words in this video and all the videos you and your AMAZING team produce. I do dream of maybe one day having a business but that's not today. I look forward to all the great things you do and share. Humbly, I thank you.
Wow, very sad story....Blessings to everyone it effects directly and the rest of the craft world. Like the message was given in this video, many more things await you. Some big doors are going to open. I have been a crafter for many years and have just started participating in some things and letting my cards be shared on RUclips. I did have and still have a fear at times that my cards will not be liked, but other crafters liked the handful that was shared on a couple of channels. I am proud of myself and will never stop making cards/crafting. Sending more blessings...
What a supportive & hopeful message. Thank you so much for sharing with us. 💜
❤ You are so wise for being so young. You said exactly the things I needed to hear. I've been with CTMH as a maker since 2008. I didn't want to have to spend thousands to buy another company's products so I was thinking of becoming a "free agent". You've given me a tremendous boost. Thank You!!! ❤
You are so welcome!
I was really shocked that they were not working on being acquired as well... such an interesting move! Thanks for offering up a positive take on this, the makers I've seen are all feeling the same thing, shocked and saddened by this news BUT they have rallied, they aren't giving up their creative journeys, they are staying tied to the communities they have built. I totally agree that in time they will be grateful that they had to pivot and grow and shift and build their businesses in other ways. Thanks for making this video, I think it's super helpful in such a time as this.
Tanner I am so proud of you for this you tube. You show how much you care for are crafting world and the people in it. I hope anyone that is worried what to do will tune in and fellow you. Know Tanner is not out for himself he truly cares for you and this hard time you may be gong threw. Please take advantage of his free workshop. It's free that should tell you something about Tanner.
Thank you so much, this was so needed, not just by me - our entire community. Thank you❤
BRAVO! Such encouraging words. Thankful for how well you encouraged us today. God bless you and your family❤
I'm so glad I came across this video...I'm just starting my crafting journey and this is amazing info and encouragement!! 💗
😢OMG, I lost my house in 1993 during hurricane Andrew, it was so bad, but days later walking around talking to neighbors we all kept finding pictures, it made thing even worse, and a lady showed up with boxes and said everyone put all the pixs you find in here, and we'll all did, it was odd because the Army base had also placed guards at the entrance of our community since, yes people kept coming in to steal, but she got in?, ment to be. She was a CTMH rep, and she and her team put all the pictures we all gave her in some kind of solution and then put them to dry, and hung them on lines she set up at the area the Red cross set up to feed us, and so many people got there memories back, years later I was in MO. And become a rep for CTMH, for a good 6yrs, then had to go back to work full-time, but I truly felt blessed for what that lady did, and for CTMH for the fun times I have crafting with them...
(Homestead, FL. 1983) Barbara 😢
I don't know much about the scrapbooking industry, but as an experienced home sewer, I appreciate and support all creative endeavors. Continue to do what you love, and best wishes to all affected.
Wow! Powerful and encouraging! I think you said it wonderfully, and I really hope people heed your words. Way to go, Tanner! I'm looking forward to the class you'll be offering. Happy birthday to me, it'll come out on my birthday!! I know... maybe😊
Tanner -- BRAVO! I really appreciated how you took your time to share your thoughts and gave other advice to progress in this industry. I will be at your workshop. I am looking forward to it! Everyone at CTMH: My heart goes out to you. I know you will rock it out in whatever decision to make. Take your time and pray. Come up with a plan to pivot to greatness! All of my love! *hugs*
What a powerful speech. Loved it, you are awesome. “ bet on yourself “ tears rolling down my face wow! 💕
You are so kind to care and help these people. 😊
Completely. I've been building my own business for a year. "Bet on yourself." Love it! It's hard to stay positive sometimes, but it is worth it!! ❤
I've never been a fan of their products but my heart goes out to those affected by this. I know someone who has done well with CTMH over the years and this will be hard for her.
I am so glad I saw this today, thank you so much for your wonderful advice!♥️🙏🏻
Tanner, this was so good. You need to do more of this as a poscast. You are helping people. The craft world Tony Robbins❤❤
You've done a very good job of supporting the entire crafting community with this video! Sometimes change is really good for you, even if it doesn't feel like it in t he beginning. Mary
They are a wonderful company and will be missed, truly.
Thank you Tanner for your video ,Im a CTMH Maker and its a sad day for sure ,and i will be making some changes to my business after this. I love your channel and all that you do .
You did an excellent job on this video. For some reason this just hit me very hard. These people haven put their life into this business. I will pray for them and looking forward to your video on March 14.
Very sad, I was introduced to stamping 30 years ago by CTMH.
This is such a great video. You're providing great information for those that are nervous about what is happening. Great words!
So many crafters needed to hear this right now when so many probably feel hopeless.
INVEST IN YOURSELF!!
Well my business closed at the end of the year. I have had it since 1994. Can't compete with the internet. I wonder where all this is going though. When you started talking I was waiting to hear you talk about the paint company that is all over the internet as well. I am just a "'creator". I use all kinds of supplies and products. You explained very well about taking a step toward your own goals. I will look into the video you made. Thank you for posting.
I have loved CTMH for so many years . I was a maker with them for several years and only quit because I was busy with high school kids. When something like this happens I always double check my inventory of crafting supplies and tools. I have been crafting and scrapbooking since 1998 and I bought my first Cricut before they even had them on the market in 2006. When something in the crafting world closes its doors my first thought is… “What if Cricut goes out?” I am a what if girl and I have 4 Cricut expressions and all of my 300+ cartridges safe and sound in case of emergencies. I will say the current all digital system is much better, but I would not know what to do without a Cricut.
As for CTMH, I am sad and feel like I lost a dear friend. No one makes scrapbook page protectors even close to the quality they have.
Thank you so much for this! You're an amazing person for caring so much and helping crafters who ate struggling with issues. God bless you ❤❤❤
You are so welcome!
Thank you for being amazing Tanner.
Very sad. Close to my heart was one of the first companies that brought me into the crafting community. I ultimately shifted to Stamping Up, and then branched out significantly. So, so sad....one of my first stamp sets was from Close to my Heart. I wish everyone aligned to Close to My Heart business and community the best.
Back in the day, Close to my Heart had a cricut cartridge, back when their were cartridges. I've been a Cricut owner since 2005 so I've seen it all. This is very sad because I used to go to both CTMH and Stapin Up classes all the time.
They had a few Cricut carts back in the day - I know because I own all of them except for one! 😊 I still love my CTMH cartridges
Great video! Wow! I look forward to the workshop.
Stampin' Up! Was HUGE in the late 90s early 2099s but not sure how big they are now. Will miss CTMH
Their images seem to never change much. Stampers and scrappers grow and change in their style and I for one just outgrew the images from SU and CTMH. I went more into the Tim Holtz grunge and 49 & Market papers. I once sent a letter to SU and asked them if they were going to include other types of stamping and never heard a thing from them. If you don't evolve you are left behind.
You have no idea just how much I needed the last 5 minutes ish of this video.
Haha I need you to make me daily motivational videos. Really appreciate your personality. Thanks!
What beautiful words of encouragement! ❤ I’m not impacted as a crafter but your words made me think of my like in general. Thank you for sharing this story. ❤ Best wishes to those who have been impacted. 🫶🙏🏼
You're welcome!
What an incredible message to humanity Tanner! What if💕
I can say that close to my heart does have amazing products hopefully they can partner with another company to continue to offer those amazing products. Regardless that they are mlm I hope the best for everyone with them. It is a very sad day…
Sad to hear CTMH is going out of business but totally understand where she is coming from. Sometimes the hard decisions need to be made. She can definitely say she left a legacy of care for both the company, it's employees and it's customers. She could've just stopped and that is it but she is attempting to find a transitional path for all.
I use CTMH almost exclusively, created a CTMH color challenge blog, and used to be a maker. Was definitely planning on coming back to it at a different stage of life, so this was disappointing news. Thank you for the advice!
Why the cricut don’t show up what material I need to uses help please don’t let me choose what kind of material list …. Help
As a demonstrator for Stampin' Up! which I have been on and off since 2011 I do it a hobbiest now and do other crafts as well and have noticed the shifts in the business and companies.
I love stamping up,I was even think to go back to buy and sell it!
its worth the discount on it. @@Margareth20648
Oh my goodness! I've always loved the CTMH catalogs !!
This is amazing content and I’m not a crafter or creator, but these are great ideas. Great pep talk for this community. Praying for you all ❤🙏🏼
Thank you so much!
Awesome video Tanner! 😃
As a Team Leader with CTMH, I am heartbroken-for myself & for my team. Waiting for LOTS of details from the ongoing negotiations between CTMH & Stampin Up. I’m especially waiting because I am primarily a 12x12” scrapbooker & SU currently doesn’t do 12x12 scrapping as one of their primary offerings.
B4 I joined CTMH, I owned my own scrapbook store. Due to health issues, I could no longer keep up with running that business. So I went with CTMH over 8 years ago & let CTMH do all the heavy lifting in the background, while I just crafted & taught-& teaching is & will forever be my true love.
I’m in the wait & see stage of my shock & heartbreak right now & I not only have to consider what’s ultimately best for me at this time of my life, dealing with my multiple health issues, but I also have to take into account what’s going to be best for my Team💔.
My sister is a SU demonstrator, I buy from her all the time and the majority of the paper I buy is 12x12, not sure how you think that isn't doing 12x12 scrapbooking.
You should also be aware of what SU owners are going thru at the moment. None of my money will be going towards that!
@@kittikins1Because SU doesn’t currently have a primary focus on scrapbooking. It’s not a premier product for them FYI. Having 12x12 paper doesn’t equal a primary focus on scrapbooking. CTMH has Scrapbooking Workshops for all their product lines. That’s a big difference.
@@T_M_H_Yes I’ve heard that SU is trying to get customers to set up their own accounts, so they can order WITHOUT going thru an SU Demonstator. That is quite worrisome.
It takes more than just paper. I won’t buy SU products due to their founders daughter on trial for murdering her ex husband. Sheri Gardner the founder is not allowing her grandchildren to see their siblings. There is a serious problem in that company. I have sold all of my SU products and I have seen on my area tons of SU products in thrift stores recently. There is a serious moral and ethical problem with this company. Their prices are way out of line and now Temu is offering their stamps and die cuts for Pennie’s on the dollar. Stick with companies like Tanners as he will never just stop doing his job because he loves it, loves his family, and most importantly loves his customers. Pay attention to companies that are good and are morally and ethically strong . That is why that company was around for 40 years. I really hope they do not merge with SU because I believe their days are numbered as they are not a good moral company. Blessings and continued success Tanner and staff. PLEASE continue to support companies like Tanner and take his advice and bet on yourself like he says and you will always be able to keep crafting even when other companies close. This will not be the last company to close so you will still be able to create.
It breaks my heart....I was a consultant for CTMH for some time. I LOVE their products, I simply couldn't keep up with their sales requirements at that time. I do hope that they collaborate with someone. I had hoped to join up with them again when I'm able to retire. I'm SUPER SAD to hear this sad news!
God Bless CTMH for looking out for their crafting family. I wish the best for the workers/owners of CTMH.
Thanks TANNER for creating this video. It is sad to see a CTMH go! A door closes but a window always opens.
I happen across the video and this is happening on many levels to creators. I am a candlemaker and we are losing companies as well. Many are questioning WHY? The answer can be any things however the role of cheap money lending ending, tightening credit lines which many companies use to fund operations and a tough economy are certainly playing a role. No later what type of creator you are be prepared as much as you can for unexpected closures this year.
Unfortunately true. When money gets tight it is the hobbies that tend to get sacrificed first. And that's the way it is trending worldwide.
This is the best video from you Tanner! Such a great heart and best inspiration! ❤ I can't wait until I can afford to join this group!
I'm a fairly new Cricut Crafter,, But I always been a Quilter and done other fabric crafts. In the past year, we have lost so many fabric stores that it's difficult to find quality fabric! Walmart and Amazon just don't do it. I hope this isn't a trend that's going too spread across other crafts.
Thank you for sharing. I have a fb friend who posted about this the other CTMH is the 4th company she has been with that has closed. I might one day take some of these steps to make something like this a side gig. Currently my day job. Is facing an unsure future and really need to have a fall back. I have been hesitant to do this as crafting has always been my release. I have been told you should sell your creations and I have done a fair or 2 but have always said if I did that it would become work and I would be afraid that I wouldn't have the same enjoyment.
So many team members of these MLMs have so much to teach. I hope they give content creation a try
I am sorry you are taking so long to get to the point of what Crivut has done--this is the second of your videos I am watching trying to understand what the story is. What is the actual problem??
@abigalaxina. Be kind as he shares his concerns for his fellow scrapbook community!
This is not about Cricut. It's about close to my heart closing.
there is no point ... I'm using my Cricut every day and I never have any problem whatsoever ... what's the point ?
@@annetteyoung7913 maybe you should just be noce to people asking questions about a topic they are not as informed as you are apparently. Wow. The aggression to a stranger for trying to genuinely learn about whats going on, be better. The main thing your missing is to be the change you want to see, not barking at other people who dont know what you learned. This is already so emotional, youll need to tame your hostility around here. For real. Were all climbing our own mountains.
@@deniellepodraza7781thank you so much. i got through about 1 1/2 minute of him talking about cricut. get to the point my guy, jesus
Never heard of them for them to be in business for 40 years
oh my gosh the way you talked for like 4 min thought someone died and sounds like for her mental and personal health she needs to retire good for her may she find peace and i think rest of us will do just fine
I don’t see this as a decline in the industry, but rather the decline in MLM. SU is so much more money than CTMH. I think that the MLM business model is not working like it used to. Especially since there are many other companies to choose from.
I been thinking about putting together craft classes ❤
This is such amazing, wise advice! Thank you!
Advice from a seasoned MLM person, however, it was years ago, Avoid MLM companies. I started with Amway and went from there. I'm sorry to whoever likes MLMs, I have done them for many years starting in the 90s and so on. This was driven by my mother at the time. Personally, I don't like them even though I made money doing them. They can be quite hard and getting people to join can be a pain. Long Hours too. Use the resources & advice that you are being given by Tanner. Good Luck.
This is really sad. I wish everyone effected the very best. 🙏🏻
I recently find out about the new svg program for cricut on your Phoenix but I think k The program still has Glitches it stops cutting and roll out the mat out of the machine and it doesn't finish the job. And I being trying with different files and does tbe same thing.
I owned a scrapbook store from 2002-2008. I sold my store due to job transfer. It closed 7 months later. I still love to scrapbook but the industry shifted so rapidly once digital became so popular.
Thank you for your post on this matter I am a customer of Close To My Heart and a big fan of their scrapbooking products, which is more in my liking than card making and was very bummed out on the announcement😢
Thank you for your inspiring words. I am a CTMH Maker and am in the in between. . I am primarily a scrapbooker but have card workshops in my house. I also have a RUclips channel that I am building where I teach people scrapbooking. Makers will be transitioning over to Stampin Up. I watched some videos and realized that I would have to change out all my inks and stamps if I go with Stampin up. I have been with CTMH for 16 years and have quite a collection of papers and stamps. I like your suggestion for teaming up with affiliates. think this is something that I would like.
has the class already filled up, I am not seeing anywhere to sign up
Great advice!! Thank you Tanner!!
Do you think that the Digital world is taking over these companies? I use to sell with stamp n up. We saw the down slide of these companies over time. Most of the things I do now are all digital down loads, with companies such as creative fabrica, cricut, Canva. And Makers gonna learn to name a few.
We also have to keep in mind that yes during covid crafting went through a big boom! this was great but at the same time
companies took advantage of this and heavily increased prices on everything. It became ridiculous for those that were crafting way before covid. We saw how everything went greedy! After everyone went back to work as normal.....it crashed! but the prices stayed. For these reasons it started making it unaffordable to keep crafting. Back in the day everything was cheaper to make from scratch which gave the purpose and ambition to create. Now it cost more to make then to just buy ready made.
It's unfortunate but until they go back to making crafting affordable again it will keep crashing down.
Its also unfortunate that Cricut has killed their design space. that made so many changes and no many upgrades its not even
enjoyable anymore. I canceled my subscription with them. I'm even thinking of selling everything Cricut! they as well went crazy with their prices. i dont like to be taken advantage of. This is my personal opinion.
You are so inspirational. I appreciate all you do here. Do you ever have in person workshops? Also, I tried to register for your training however it doesn't seem to be working