Loyal readers and contributors,
I am saddened to share that, due to difficult conditions in both the economy and the publishing market, the May/June 2009 issue of Simple Scrapbooks magazine (on sale April 14) will be its last.
Since its founding in 2002, Simple Scrapbooks has been simplifying the process of scrapbooking for tens of thousands of scrapbookers worldwide, providing solutions that keep them engaged in and passionate about sharing their stories and memories. The end of Simple Scrapbooks as a magazine is not the end of this message. It will continue as part of Creating Keepsakes magazine, where, starting with the July 2009 issue, we will integrate Simple concepts and personalities into our editorial mix, and continue providing ideas and inspiration to help beginning and experienced scrapbookers alike fit scrapbooking into their busy lives.
Implementing these editorial changes does not mean Creating Keepsakes readers will lose the content they know and love. It only means that the magazine will be further enriched by the Simple Scrapbooks approach—the best of both worlds in one publication! With 75% of readers subscribing to both publications, CK Media feels this change will also benefit subscribers who are feeling the current economic hardships.
All current Simple Scrapbooks subscriptions will be honored through the May/June 2009 issue, at which point any remaining issues will be fulfilled by Creating Keepsakes magazine, beginning with the July 2009 issue. If you are already a subscriber to Creating Keepsakes, your subscription will be extended accordingly. Any questions regarding submissions can be directed to simpl[email protected] or by calling 866/334-8149.
Thank you for your loyalty and support. We have enjoyed our association with you, our loyal readers, and look forward to continuing it as part of the Creating Keepsakes family.
Sincerely,
Lin Sorenson
VP/Editorial Director
CK Media
I have loved Simple Scrapbooks & am saddened to see it go. Stacy Julian has truly led the industry IMHO in making scrapbooking accessible & meaningful for many many people. I don't have to be a super-artist in order to scrapbook. SS will be missed. :(
Posted by: Jenna | January 15, 2009 at 02:39 PM
Wow! I am so sorry to hear this. SS is my favorite magazine, and the Simple Staff/Friends/Designers are all amazing. You will be missed, but I do hope they transition into a bigger, even better CK.
Posted by: CarrieH | January 15, 2009 at 02:48 PM
ss will be so missed! wishing you all the best as you make the transition.
Posted by: sara | January 15, 2009 at 02:53 PM
WOW!! I can't believe it and you will all be greatly missed!
Posted by: Susie | January 15, 2009 at 03:29 PM
Bummer! I was happy my Creating Keepsakes sub was almost over! And now I get more instead of Simple Scrapbooks?!? This sucks! :(
You will be sorely missed. :(
Posted by: Amanda D | January 15, 2009 at 03:51 PM
Oh I am truly saddened for everyone. I have every single issue of SS and it will be truly missed.
Posted by: jackie | January 15, 2009 at 04:05 PM
SS was my favorite. I kept it going after dropping CK and those other SB mags. I hope SS is a BIG part of CK or I will not be continuing.
Posted by: Jill | January 15, 2009 at 04:07 PM
oh! SS has become my favorite magazine. It's a lovely treat and a great source of inspiration. I am so sad that it's not going to continue in its current form. Thanks for all the great issues and info you have given in past years.
Posted by: Debbie Hodge | January 15, 2009 at 04:24 PM
So so sad!!! I loved SS!!! I had let CK go because it just didn't fit me and SS was my favorite. Boohoo!!!
Posted by: Selena | January 15, 2009 at 04:41 PM
ooooh. Man. I will definitely miss you all...I hope you have a BIG part in CK. This is such a bummer. Wishing all of you SS staff and editors all the best as you make the transition!
Posted by: Joy | January 15, 2009 at 04:59 PM
Oh, how heart breaking for the staff! I will truly miss this magazine!
Posted by: nadine | January 15, 2009 at 05:18 PM
:(
Posted by: Jenny L. | January 15, 2009 at 05:56 PM
I am so sad! Simple Scrapbooks was such a high quality magazine - I looked forward to it more than any other magazine! You should all be proud of the excellent publication you produced, and I hope to see a big SS presence in CK. Thanks for all the inspiration you have given me over the years, and best of luck to all of you.
Posted by: Rebecca | January 15, 2009 at 06:05 PM
SS is my fave magazine. I am at least glad it will be a part of CK. Boy, I did not want to hear this news. PLease include lots of Simple ideas in the CK!!
Posted by: Nita | January 15, 2009 at 06:05 PM
So sad to hear this, I adore SS. I'm glad to hear many of the features will be included in CK as I find them highly valuable!
Posted by: lisa Edney | January 15, 2009 at 06:14 PM
Been crying for a few days now.
So sad I never got to serve my term as a Simple Gal.
Posted by: Emilie Ahern | January 15, 2009 at 06:19 PM
SS is my favorite scrapbook magazine too. Please include as much of the SS concepts as you can in CK! The more the better.
Posted by: Emilee | January 15, 2009 at 06:57 PM
I am so sad to see the end of the full SS magazine...I do look forward to the inclusion of SS ideals into CK, but I firmly believe that the industry and we scrappers will miss having SS on the stands and in our mailboxes.
All my best to SS staffers!! Thanks for all you've given us over the years.
Posted by: Kris Van Allen | January 15, 2009 at 07:02 PM
Good luck to all of you!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: judy in carefree | January 15, 2009 at 07:06 PM
oh gosh, you guys have been so wonderful. im so sorry to hear this! but will be happy looking for you in CK :)
Posted by: jamie | January 15, 2009 at 07:17 PM
Simple Scrapbook was the reason I started this hobby. I was so overwhelmed by those other magazines, they looked so complicated but SS was clear and concise. I'm glad I kept all my magazines to this day--they are valuable! Thanks SS staffers, you will be missed!
Posted by: FCas | January 15, 2009 at 07:31 PM
This makes me so sad. I have been a fan of SS since the very first issue. Thank you for all the inspiration throughout the years.
Posted by: Joy U | January 15, 2009 at 07:38 PM
really?
also a farewell from you guys tonight?
this is so sad:(
but thank you so much for all the service you've done in scrapbooking industry.
Posted by: lovely cee. | January 15, 2009 at 07:53 PM
I feel the same way as many subscribers. I let my other scrapbook magazine subscriptions go and have only been subscribing to Simple Scrapbooks, feeling that it was the best. I was stunned at the news and look forward to seeing the addition to CK as I have noticed the changes recently implemented at CK that have begun attracting me back.
Posted by: Tammy Barkey | January 15, 2009 at 08:07 PM
I feel as if I have lost a long time friend. I can't imagine scrapping without this magazine and all the lovely SS people. I've always felt that your magazine reflected exactly what my style was. Thank you, thank you, thank you for all your years of inspiring creativity. :(
Posted by: gabriella | January 15, 2009 at 08:12 PM