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

Thank you to my fellow crafters for sharing your creativity!

A new challenge will start on April 1st, so stayed tuned.

For now, congratulations are in order to . . .

#2 abusybee

To claim your prize, send your full shipping address to pinandtack@gmail.com with "CIU#4" in the subject line by March 31st.

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)

WINNER: Arts & Crafts Challenge #3

Thank you for everyone that shared their hearts with Craft It Up!

Because you did, Animal Place will receive more moolah to help the animals from Pin & Tack.

And the winner of the mystery grab bag of craft supplies is . . .

#15 Heidi

Congrats, Heidi! To claim your prize, please send your full shipping address to pinandtack@gmail.com with "CIU #3" in subject line by February 28, 2014.

A new challenge will start on March 1st. I hope to see you, your friends & others there!

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

No Charm Equal To . . .

Did you know? Pin & Tack's arts & craft challenge - Craft It Up - ends on Friday.

It's an easy, peasy challenge 'cause you can create ANYTHING as long as it includes a heart or "love."

If the upcoming big L day is not inspiring enough, here is a digital creation for you . . .

I used digital papers from Jennifer Scraps, which are FREE for anyone. The best part - at least for myself - is the photos used: Apple Red Rose Thumb Tacks.

With every purchase of these or anything else in the shop, Animal Place will receive $1 from it. But you have other options to support them. Donate directly or share a craft in the challenge as every entry earns them $0.10.

I have also entered this creation into the following challenges: {PIN}spirational Challenges & Mojo Monday. Pop by there for additional crafty inspiration.

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Craft It Up with Pin & Tack: Arts & Crafts Challenge #3 - Hearts

It's February - WOWZERS! This year is moving quickly, but there's always time to craft.

So, let's not waste a moment and get to the details . . .

{Anything Goes with Heart}

To join in the challenge, your craft must include a heart or the word "love." Simple enough, right?

Well, I hope so since Valentine's Day is just around the corner ;)

This challenge ends on Friday, February 14th at 11:55 PM.
Winner will be announced no later than the following Wednesday.

{Inspiration}

{Just Peach Pink Diamond Magnets by Pin & Tack}

{Digital Scrapbook using FREE papers from Jennifer Scraps}

{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

Craft It Up with Pin & Tack: Arts & Crafts Challenge #2

Welcome! Are you ready for the new year? Well, you better be as it has arrived! To start it off, let’s be creative.

{ Challenge: Anything Goes with Sparkle }

To join in, create any art &/or craft project with “sparkle.” Examples of sparkle include glitter, rhinestones, or shiny metal.

Picking Sparkling Toadstools Mixed Media Minuature

This challenge ends on Tuesday, January 14th at 11:59 PM PST. Winner will be announced no later than Saturday, January 18th. (Note: Craft It Up with Pin & Tack runs from the 1st - 14th of each month.)

{ Prizes }

Two crafters will win a set of handcrafted Sapphire Thumb Tacks by me. These rhinestones are a deep blue that will sparkle up your cork board.

{ Charity }

For every entry, $0.10 (up to $50 total) will be donated to Dogs For The Deaf, who rescues & professionally trains dogs to assist people, enhancing their lives & provide greater independence.

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)

Come One, Come All With Your Craftiness!

The Anything Goes challenge is happening right now, so get your supplies and create!

Any craft, any theme, anything that is handmade by you.

{ Click here to share at SYCN! Challenge #10 }

Inspiration abounds! And there is, of course, a chance to win something fun.

Check out these entries along with a special project from one of our DT members.

CraftyGirl (SYCN! DT Member)

#47 DLR

#67 Karen P

Don't forget to stop by our sponsors, too :)

Beccy's Place - 3 Digital Images

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

Click here to share at SYCN! Challenge #10

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.

WINNERS: SYCN! Challenge #10

Wow! So many delightful creations. I'm happy winners are picked randomly.

Otherwise, it would be just too difficult to choose!

We appreciate everyone participating and hope to see at our newest challenge (click here.)

Limited Runs - 3 Digital Images

#46 Anat (tshupile)

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

#35 Hazel

Congrats, Anat & ! To claim your prizes, please send an email to pinandtack@gmail.com with "SYCN! #8 Winner" in the subject line no later than June 10th or a new winner will be picked.

If you have a "physical" prize, please send your shipping address. This will speed up the time it takes to receive your prize. Thanks!

[Click here to share at SYCN! Challenge #10]

Can You Believe It? (Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #7)

{Click here for Challenge #7: Anything Goes}

Can you believe it? It's March 15th!

It seems like only yesterday we were celebrating the new year.

My goodness, crafters (& non-crafters, too), time is passing by.

So, let's take a moment and enjoy the day by crafting.

The challenge is anything goes - You decide how to be challenged.

Share your creation with us. You could win a prize.

Click here to get right to it.

And the prizes are . . .

3 Digital Images from Beccy's Place

Micro Clothes Pin Banner Kit by Pin & Tack

$5 Store Voucher from Digital Delights

Don't know what to make? Mind gone blank?

The SYCN! design team are here to inspire you.

Carole

(Sponsor image used: Digital Delights.)

(Sponsor image used: Beccy's Place.)

Kim

(Sponsor image used: Beccy's Place.)

Deanne

Lady Ann

CraftyGirl

Thank you, ladies! Thank you for stopping by.

We hope to see you again :)

{Click here for Challenge #7: Anything Goes}

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)

Share Your Craft With Us! SYCN Challenge #6: Anything Goes

{ Click here for Challenge #6: Anything Goes }

You are invited to join us for the entire month of February.

The challenge is simple (or as simple as you want to make it): Anything Goes.

Anything Goes means ANYTHING, including any craft. You don't have to just share cards.

Of course, if that is what you enjoy - Share it, we love to view 'em!

{ Sponsors }

Limited Runs - 3 Digital Images

Pin & Tack Handmade Delights - Mini Clothes Pin Banner Gift Kit

{ Design Team Inspirations }

We also have another fresh collection of creations from the design team.

Have they inspired you? Let them know by visiting their blogs or leave a comment here.

We always enjoy hearing from our fellow crafters.

Crafty Girl

Lady Ann

Carole

Deanne

{ Click here for Challenge #6: Anything Goes }

WINNERS: Spark Your Creativity Now Challenge #5

{ Click here for Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #6: Anything Goes }

In the words of the white rabbit: I'm late, I'm late for a very important date.

What date is that? Announcing the winners of the last challenge!

And here they are . . .

Beccy's Place - 3 Digital Images

#275 Yvonne Morentin

Pin & Tack - Micro Clothes Pin Banner Gift Kit

#326 Skye

Congrats, ladies! To claim your prize, please send an email to Corrinne (me): pinandtack@gmail.com no later than February 10th. If prize is not claimed, another winner will be picked.

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{ Click here for Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #6: Anything Goes }

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Wow, wow, WOWZERS!

There were over 400 projects shared with us in January. 420 to be exact.

What can I say? Thank you, grazie, merci :)

Here are a few random entries to enjoy . . .

#388 Gail Scott

#33 Alice B

#246 123niki

Time to join the newest challenge.

It started on the 1st, but it's still going strong.

{ Click here for Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #6: Anything Goes }

WINNER: SYCN! Challenge #4

Hello, everyone! It's Corrinne here and I've got a little announcement.

May I get a drum roll, please? Drum roll . .

How about another? Drum roll . .

And the winner of challenge #4 is . . 

#37 - Gail Scott

Congrats, Gail! To claim your prize, please send your mailing address to: pinandtack@gmail.com If you do not claim your prize by January 12th NOON PST, a new winner will be picked. Note: If prize is left unclaimed, it will be up for grabs on January 15th.

Now, it's time to give a little love to the Design Team's top picks.

These projects definitely brought the "spark" of creativity.

We appreciate the inspiration that you shared with us!

#78 - Michaela

"Adorable 3D scene with lots of details and vivi colors; Made with digis."

- Kim

#8 - Lucy Patrick

"The coloring is good. The colors are bright and eye-catching.

Her sparkly embellishes are quite nice.

Plus, I love teddy bears."

- Margaret

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.