Throwback Thursday: October 7, 2010

I originally created this card because I am a fan of Tinkerbell.

Another was a fan, too, so her mother asked me to create cards to be used as invitations.

"This is a wonderful card for a fan of the very cute Tinkerbell."

Her cards were different. They were created using lots of pink with touches of green.

Unfortunately, I couldn't find the photo of them to show you!

"Purple and brown combine with silver shine for a lovely way to express your wishes."

The layout remained the same, though, and I give you the card map, so you can make your own.

If you do, share it with me. It would be wonderful to see your interpretation!

With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Throwback Thursday: January 25, 2010

How owl you? Well, I'm doing just fine. Let's take a little trip down memory lane.

It was January and I'd been working on my crafting skills for a bit. Goodness, it's hard to know when, why, and how it all began - Except that it started with scrapbooking. I will have to share my earlier works one of these days! It can be quite a hoot - wink, wink - to see versions of one's earlier works.

Anyhow, I created a set of tags, listed them and they sold within a month. Woop, woop! Are you out there, oh, person who bought my very first set of tags? Or the person who received one from them? That would be awesome :)

{ How To: Easy, Peasy Tags }

- - Supplies Needed - -

Cardstock

Glue

Hole Punch

Embroidery Thread

Stamps

Ink Pad

Sandpaper

1. For each tag, cut two circles from cardstock. (I used a circle punch for speed and consistency.)

2. Stamp images on each circle. I got this look by using a single acrylic block with two different clear stamps on it. Allow ink to dry completely.

3. Glue two circles (unstamped sides) together. This makes them much sturdier. Sand the edges for added interest.

4. Punch a hole in one side, then loop string through it.

As you can see, I used an extra tag to make a special card that I included in the order. Check out the layout below, so you can create your own using one of your handmade tag.

Card Layout #001

If you take me up on my offer, share your creations - I'd love to see it!

With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Craft It Up With Pin & Tack - Arts & Crafts Challenge #4: Texture

Welcome, my fellow artists & crafters! Ready for a challenge?

{Anything Goes with Texture}

It's always anything goes, but make sure you add texture.

It can be of any sort really - burlap, dry embossing, or fabric to name a few.
Challenge ends on March 15 at 11:55 PM PST.

{Inspiration}

{Burlap & Cork Hearts Mixed Media Mirror Magnet}

{Burlap Heart & Flower Mixed Media Mirror Magnet}

{Burlap Heart, Tulle & Bow Mixed Media Mirror Magnet}

{Prizes}

A big ol' MYSTERY grab bag of craft goodies: die cuts, embellishments, papers & more.

You will have a lot to work with for your next craft project. I promise that you will love it.

{Charity}

For every entry, $0.10 (up to $50 total) will be donated to Animal Place, who provides refuge and permanent sanctuary to 100s of neglected farm animals.

Share this challenge with as many people as you can, so they will receive the full amount! You can also donate directly at the link above.

{The How To . . .}

1. Your project must be new & handmade by you or your child.

2. Display this project on your blog or online gallery, adding a direct link to the blog post in the linky list below.

3. Include a link to Craft It Up with Pin & Tack using http://pinandtack.blogspot.com in your blog post.

4. Be inspired, create and have fun with this challenge. It’s the most important rule of all 

(NOTE: You can enter up to FIVE times as long as it’s a new and different project. Rules must be followed; Otherwise, your entry will be deleted without notification. If you have any questions, please send an email to pinandtack@gmail.com)

Reminder: Craft Challenge Ends January 14th!

Craft It Up With Pin & Tack

Arts & Crafts Challenge #2: Anything Goes With Sparkle

That's right, my friends. You create any craft using something that sparkles.

Easy, right? I mean, really, who doesn't like shiny objects?

For your entry, Pin & Tack will donate $0.10 (up to $50) to Dogs For The Deaf.

So, please share as much as possible, so they get the full amount!

AND you could win a set of sparkling Sapphire Thumb Tacks.

Full details available at the original post.

I also have a little inspiration for you, too . . .

Hazel

Pin & Tack

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Send Card Not Email . . .

I am a BIG supporter of all things handmade. This includes cards.

It's always a thrill to open your mailbox and see that someone sent you a greeting.

When you pull out that handmade card, it's magic!

Karen of My Cup Runneth Over

Every day on Pin & Tack Delights (Facebook), I feature a handmade card.

These are created by others. Some sell their art and others just enjoy sharing them.

Either way, you will be motivated to send a handmade greeting. I just know it!

Lily Kate

If you would like to be featured, please send me an email at pinandtack@gmail.com or leave a comment with the link to your blog. I am always on the lookout for new cards to share!

(NOTE: I only share cards made by individuals. I do not post printed/manufactured cards even if they are from your original artwork or photography.)

I invite you to check out what has been shared already at the Send Card Not Email album.

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Pop Up Fun With Paper Cleaver

There's just something special about receiving a handmade card in your mailbox.

Paper Cleaver will definitely make that moment super fun.

Yoga, Blank Card, Paper Cleaver

Their handmade cards feature little pop-up details that you can't deny are fun and inspiring.

Santa joins the fun as well. He knows its important to exercise, especially with all the cookies he eats :)

Santa Yoga, Blank Christmas Card, Paper Cleaver

If you enjoy a simpler type, there are plenty to choose from here.

Dachshund, Blank Card, Paper Cleaver

Kraft + Color = Super Fun!

Chevron, Blank Card, Paper Cleaver

Paper Cleaver is collaborating with The Sunshinebean Cat.

From now until Christmas, the Sunshinebean Cat will match every $1 spent at Paper Cleaver.

They will donate $1 to the Kids With Cancer Foundation Australia, up to $500.

Also, 10% of proceeds from card sales will go to this splendid charity.

10 Ways To Show How Deer We Are To Each Other

We are so deer to each other and always will be.

1. Paying for the other person's coffee when cash is short.

Deer Wallet, Faith On Earth

2. Spending time together.

Paper Cuckoo Clock, helopetie

3. Supporting each other's endeavors.

Deer Art Doll, The Poppy Tree

4. Crafting together.

Deer Hat Crochet Pattern, Simply2Irrestible

5. Enjoying sweets with no guilt.

Antler Cupcake Toppers, Through Thick And Thin

6. Outdoor adventures.

Twin Fauns Photo, Steider Studios

7. Sharing funny stuff with each other on Facebook.

Deer iPad Sleeve, Bagz Girl Designs

8. Sending cards for special occasions or no reason at all.

Deer Letterpress Card, Letterary Press

9. Pillow fights. We're never too old to have one :)

Deer Pillow, Smiling Cloud

10. Just being there. Just in case.

Deer Coaster Holder, Stone Gifts

White On White On White & So On & So Forth

A collection of handmade things inspired by the color white.

Title: White Is Not A Mere Absence Of Colour

"White . . . is not a mere absence of colour; it is a shining and affirmative thing . . ."

- G.K. Chesterton

I've included a sampling here, but you can discover all at the treasury.

{Wild Woman Jewelry}

{Wear Love Now}

{Belle Papier by Julia}

You're Invited: SYCN! Challenge #10

You have a special invitation to join us at SYCN! challenge #10.

It'a Anything Goes, which makes it easy if you are inspired.

Now, don't worry, though. We have extra craftiness to give you inspiration if you need it.

Also, there are two prizes up for grabs from our sponsors:

Beccy's Place - 3 Digital Images

Pin & Tack Handcrafted Delights - Micro Clothes Pin Banner Gift Kit

{Inspirations}

Kitt

(Sponsor image: Beccy's Place.)

Corrinne

To see more inspiration and to share your own project, click here for Challenge #10.

Pin & Tack & Allsorts - It's All About The Ladies

Pin & Tack is excited to sponsor the fantastic challenge blog, Allsorts.

By sharing a project, you could win a $10 Store Voucher.

Isn't that just super duper?

It's all about the ladies for the challenge. Your project must be for one.

Here is what I came up with . . .

What lady doesn't like flowers, glitter & ribbon? Well, I definitely do!

To celebrate Pin & Tack's sponsorship, you can also save at the Artfire shop.

Stop by Allsorts for the special coupon code.

Hurry up, though, 'cause it ends when the challenge does - March 9th.

{ Psst . . don't forget to share your Allsorts project at the Anything Goes challenge here, too. }

Oh, yeah and check out these other challenges that this creation was submitted to:

Make It Monday, Forever Friends, Paper Playtime, Cupcake Craft, Created With Love,
Twisted Tuesday, Papertake Weekly, Oldie But A Goodie (Text Flowers)

Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #5: Anything Goes

Happy, happy New Year, everyone! Oh, the fun of a fresh new year.

And we are starting it off with another Anything Goes challenge.

You are invited to be inspired, create & share any handmade project with us,

(Note: Challenge #4 winner will be announced on January 5th.)

{ Sponsors }

We are excited to have Beccy's Place sponsor our first challenge of 2013.

One lucky participant will win 3 digital images. Fantastic, right?

"Paint, paper, silk, charcoal, clay, wool, fabric, fur… I’ve had my hands on all of it at some point in my life and I’m quite certain I’ll have a half-finished project on my desk and ink under my fingernails on the day I go to meet my Maker! My paper obsession began with scrapbooking in the late 1990s and has since evolved into card-making and digital drawing. There were a few years of decorative painting, teddy bear making and silk ribbon embroidery mixed in there too, and I still dabble in each of those crafts from time to time, but I generally gravitate toward paper, which is versatile and forgiving. I started “doodling” little designs for cards back in 2009, which is also when I started my blog and began sharing my images with other Cardies. From there I progressed to my very own online store selling digital drawings for cards and other paper craft projects."

Another lucky crafter will also win a prize from Pin & Tack Handcrafted Delights.

What's the prize you ask? It's a Micro Clothes Pin Banner Gift Kit!

Pin & Tack Handmade Delights offers handmade boutique treasures, treats & trinkets.

Every item is made in Oregon and shipped worldwide!

{ Inspiration Just For You! }

Need a little inspiration? The design team has definitely provided it for you.

If you want to learn more about their projects, click their name & be taken to their blogs.

Deanne

Soma

Lady

Margaret

Carole

Kim

Cynthia

CraftyGirl

{ Participate }

Now, let's get to the details. You know - the rules. No groaning, though, These rules are easy!

1. Your project must be new and handmade.

2. Display it on your blog or online gallery, then add the direct link to it in the linky list below.

(If you don't have either, you can email Corrinne a photo of your project to: pinandtack@gmail.com)

3. Mention "Spark Your Creativity Now!" in your post and include a link back to this blog.

4. Be inspired and create - Have fun with this challenge. It's the most important rule :)

(Note: You can enter as many times as you want as long as its a new project.
You can also combine with as many other challenges as you'd like.)

Challenge ends on January 31st at 11:59 PM PST.

Sparks Of The Moment: Spark Your Creativity Now! Anything Goes Challenge

{ Click here for the Anything Goes Challenge #4 }

You are invited to join us at the Anything Goes challenge!

You decide what to create - Isn't that just the perfect challenge?

This challenge ends on December 31st at 11:59 PM PST.

You can enter as many times as you want.

You can combine with as many other challenges, too!

By sharing, you could win a prize from . . .

Pin & Tack Handcrafted Delights

Mini Clothes Pin Banner Gift Kit

(Includes 5 mini clothes pin & clothes line delightfully packaged.)

{ Inspiration }

Here are some lovely creations that have already been shared at the challenge.

#53 - Stephanie W

#55 - Melissa Sunshinehoneybee

#58 - Gail Scott

{ Click here for the Anything Goes Challenge #4 }

Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #4: Anything Goes!

Welcome to Pin & Tack's monthly craft challenge!

It's ANYTHING GOES! Create & share whatever craft you'd like.

You are welcome to use our badge on your blog, but please link it back to: http://pinandtack.blogspot.com

{ Sponsor }

Pin & Tack Handcrafted Delights

Mini Clothes Pin Banner Gift Kit

(Includes 5 mini clothes pin & clothes line delightfully packaged.)

Pin & Tack Handmade Delights offers handmade boutique treasures, treats & trinkets.

Every item is made in Oregon and shipped worldwide!

{ Design Team Inspiration }

Need a little inspiration? The design team has definitely provided it for you.

If you want to learn more about their projects, click their name & be taken to their blogs.

Shirley

Deanne

Tina

Karon H.

Hatty Shine

Soma

Kim

Karen

Now, let's get to the details. You know - the rules. No groaning, though, These rules are easy!

1. Your project must be new and handmade.

2. Display it on your blog or online gallery, then add the direct link to it in the linky list below.

(If you don't have either, you can email Corrinne a photo of your project to: pinandtack@gmail.com)

3. Mention "Spark Your Creativity Now!" in your post and include a link back to this blog.

4. Be inspired and create - Have fun with this challenge. It's the most important rule :)

Challenge ends on December 31st at 11:59 PM PST.