In This Edition…
- Introduction with Feature Focus
- App Updates
- Events
- New Releases
- Barcode Catalog Updates
- Tips & Tricks
- Fun Fact
- CML Insiders
Introduction:
What’s going on in the app world? We released an Apple iOS update and updated the web in September. In July we were excited to add Spellbinders to the barcode catalog, and they generously donated products for a giveaway on Facebook.
Did you attend the Crop & Create virtual event in September? Renee was there alongside you all taking classes. Rather than facing the usual burn out, she paced herself to a few classes per day so that it remained fun and enjoyable the whole way to the end. Bonus: many of the participating companies are in the app.
Taylored Expressions Stamp Joy 2024 in-person in event was in Des Moines, Iowa last month. This is one of Renee’s highlights of the year. It’s always great to meet friends and CML users in person. This year she was a lot easier to find since she wore a “Color My Life” shirt. Rumor has it that others are interested in CML merch so keep your eyes out for an announcement!
Not to forget the ‘Fun Fact’ at the end of the newsletter – why are we called “Color My Life”?
Feature Focus:
The Apple app has changed to make the two-step process of “Add” then “Add Another” a one-step process. This change will be making its way to Android when its next release is ready. We love it, and hope you do too.
App Updates:
Apple iOS 1.7.3 App – Released on September 16th:
- Added support for photo albums: Select the photo icon to access your photo library
- Adding Items: Simplified to one step instead of two (see above in Feature Focus).
- Item Notes: You can add new lines (return key).
- Fixed error “Request explicitly canceled”
Additional Notes:
- The editing of notes is not perfect, but we wanted to get it out there, and improvements will be coming.
- Android will be getting similar updates in the next release.
Web 1.2.6 – Released on October 1st:
- Redesigned settings screen
- Add a clear field “x” to fields in editing mode.
- Bug fix: Membership banner would sometimes show a trial, even when there is a subscription.
- Bug fix: Various back-end fixes.
Events:
Crop & Create Virtual event – Cardmaking March 2025
If you like events with a variety of products, provided by multiple companies, then this one is for you. More information can be found here: https://scrapbookandcards.com/crop-create-virtual-cardmaking-march-2025/
Karen Burniston Virtual Class
Karen Burniston’s New Release is now available. Interested in attending a class with these great products? Details can be found at Scrapp’n Savvy: https://www.scrappnsavvy.com
New Releases:
We’ve added a lot of monthly updates, plus we had a new company added to the app: Spellbinders! Thanks to everyone who emailed and encouraged them to participate; together we can continue to add all our favorite companies to the app.
Barcode Catalog Updates:
Tips & Tricks:
Our chance to highlight answers to common support ticket questions!
Resetting your Password:
Can’t access the web app because you forgot your password? No problem, you can reset it yourself:
- Log out of the mobile app.
- At the bottom of the login screen is a link: “Forgot password?”
- Click on the link and you’ll be sent an email with instructions to reset your password.
If you know your current password and want to change it, go to the app’s Settings tab, then “Change password.”
We should also mention that if the web app says you don’t have a subscription, it’s usually because the subscription has been renewed and our server only knows about it when the mobile app is connected to the internet. Just open the mobile app for about 30 seconds and our server will get the latest subscription information for your account.
The Web App Says You Don’t Have a Subscription:
It’s usually because the subscription has been renewed and our server only knows about it when the mobile app is connected to the internet. Just open the mobile app for about 30 seconds and our server will get the latest subscription information for your account. We are working on a fix for this issue, so the web automatically knows when the subscription is started or renewed.
Reminder: Whether you’re a seasoned user or just getting started, our Support Page is a great resource for when you have questions about using the Color My Life app. The Support Page on our website includes
- Informative PDFs, which highlight and explain many of our app’s features, all on one easy-to-read page.
- These graphics may even introduce you to new organization techniques to help you utilize our app more effectively.
- Tips and Tricks, which offer some ideas and shortcuts for organizing your catalog of supplies using our app. Enhance your efficiency and creativity as you explore new ways to leverage the unique features of our product.
- A list of known issues.
You can access the support page here, or at https://colormylife.com/support/
Also, the How-To Videos page provides step-by-step guides on using some of the various features of our app. These are great resources for visual and audio learners!
Fun Fact:
Why is the app called Color My Life? We wanted a name that encompassed the love of crafting, beauty, color, and something fulfilling. We did various plays on names incorporating Color. Then from somewhere in the long-forgotten neurons, an English song came to mind “Colour My Life” from M-People, a song released in 1991.
The phrase “color my life” is often used metaphorically to describe the act of bringing vibrancy, joy, and meaning to someone’s existence. Just as color adds beauty and dimension to a painting, “coloring someone’s life” implies enriching it with experiences, emotions, or relationships that bring happiness, excitement, or fulfillment.
People might use this expression when talking about someone who has made their life more interesting or positive, or when they describe an activity or passion that adds depth and variety to their everyday routine.
Here’s a link to the song on YouTube and the lyrics:
You’re my masterpiece, my priceless friend,
my inspiration, love ’til the end.
Like a ray of light, a flower in bloom,
you change the day, sun and moon.
Colour my life, ooh child you’ve got to
colour my life. Mmmm I said
colour my life.
Fill my canvas with everything nice.
Like a cactus flower in the desert sand,
an oasis of love in a desolate land,
our emotions flow, paint from a brush.
Sweet thing I love you oh so much.
Colour my life, ooh child you’ve got to
colour my life. Mmmm I said
colour my life.
Fill my canvas with everything nice.
Colour my life, ooh child you’ve got to
colour my life. Mmmm I said
colour my life. Mmmm I said,
Fill my canvas with everything nice.
CML Insiders:
