Horse Play

Horses and humans have an ancient relationship with each other, which is why they are still a favorite of many. Plus, everyone needs a little horse play in their life. Enjoy these fun, equestrian-themed crafts & freebies.

Approximately 11" x 20" of cuddly joy, this pony will delight any child (or adult.) Perfect for play or as a neck pillow. The pattern is provided free of charge from Marina and it's available in English or German.

Sew your own equestrian friend: Cuddly Pony Pattern Freebook.

As kids, we used to make flipbooks using Post-It notes or scraps of paper. The images were often stick figures doing fun & silly things. In these versions, you can create Horse Gait flipbooks using the famous photos from Eadweard Muybridge.

Free printable flipbooks for exploring a horse's stride.

Have a single sock or ones with holes in them? Upcycle into a classic toy from days past: Hobby Horse. Megan shows you how with her picture-filled tutorial. My suggestion - Don't use wool or leather as cotton & man-made materials work just as well without the "cruelty."

This DIY Sock Hobby Horse can be simplified, so kids can create their own!

Wall art is made super easy with this vintage horses' image. The black & white color allows it to fit into any decor theme. As an added design bonus, you can resize to fit one of these handcrafted frames. Hee-haw!

Print, frame, & hang. Done. Vintage Horses Print.

Do you have a craft featuring horses? Please share it in the comments. The more, the merrier :)

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)

Join Me . . . Pin & Tack's Got A Face On The Book

Pin & Tack is more active than ever on Facebook. Join me to discover so many different things. Since I share a broad range of subjects, here are only a few features to be enjoyed!

Midnight Marvels: My favorite handmade shops will be featured at 12 AM PST. In November, EtsyVeg team shops will be the focus with a special "Vegan At Midnight."

{Source: Agabag, Multicolor Lego Clutch, $180.}

Do you have a vegan shop? I am always looking. Leave a comment with your shop link and I will take a gander.

Send Card Not Email: There is just something about receiving a handmade card in the mail. An email doesn't compare - Don't you agree? I will be sharing a fabulous creation that I've found at 10 PM PST, Wednesday - Saturday.

If you would like your own card to be featured, please send the link to my email: pinandtack@gmail.com with subject line "Send Card Not Email."

{Source: Lucy Loves Scrapbooking, 100% Wicked Card.}

Recycled Arts & Crafts: In this garbage-filled world, it's important to recycle or reuse. Let's make the Earth a greener, healthier place by repurposing what would otherwise end up in a landfill or worse!

Do you have a recycled project? I welcome it! With "Recycled Arts/Crafts" in the subject line, your link can be sent to pinandtack@gmail.com and I will share it.

{Source: You Are On God's Heart Today, Tin Crowns, $8.50 - $28.50.}

Shop Talk: Pin & Tack is on a new journey. I am now donating to a special charity, promoting awareness and supporting an important cause. Shop news will be at hand with discounts, giveaways, sales and much more.

This October, I am donating $1 from every non-sale pink item to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Also, you can enjoy 10% OFF your order with Coupon Code: HALLOWEEN2013 for the EtsyVeg Spooktacular Event until 10/31/13.

{Source: Tea Rose & Chocolate Distressed Mini Clothes Pins, Pin & Tack, $5.99.}

* Pin & Tack's Facebook page is public. Anything you provide me will be visible by anyone who wants to take a look.

** If your share is not published online, don't fret! I am happy to do so for you. Please provide your photo and information, including link if applicable, that you would like me to use for credit.

Spark Your Creativity Now! Anything Goes Challenge #2

{ Click here to join the Anything Goes Challenge }

Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge # 2: Anything Goes

This challenge ends on October 31st, so you still have time to share a creation with us.

Any project, any style, anything! It's your choice how to be challenged.

{ Sponsors }

Pin & Tack Handcrafted Delights

Deanne of A Little Bit O' Paper

{ Inspiration }

For extra inspiration, check out these special creations from the design team.

If you want to learn more about their projects, visit their blogs by clicking on their names.

Hatty

Karon

Karen

Deanne

Naomi

Tina

{ Click here to join the Anything Goes Challenge }

Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #1: Anything Goes

Welcome to Spark Your Creativity Now!

This new monthly challenge is all about you and your creativity.

You decide what the challenge will be . . . It's Anything Goes.

And by anything goes, I mean ANYTHING GOES!

Share whatever handmade craft project you'd like.

All arts and crafts are welcome here.

Not only do you get to choose what you want to create, you may also win a prize, too!

Here are our sponsors for September's challenge . . .

Creative Bug Digital Stamps 

(by Naomi, a SYCN design team member)

I am a stay at home mom of two amazing boys.  I am a Web Developer by profession but my passion lies in creating digital stamps and cards. I started out scrapbooking 4 years ago and haven’t looked back for it is evolving in leaps and bounds all the time. Blogger world has changed my life for it gave me the motivation and confidence to share my passion and to learn so much from other extremely talented ladies!!  I love life to the fullest and I am grateful to be able to craft every day.

Creative Bug Digital Stamps

is giving away this set of super fun digis!

(Includes four digital stamps)

SPONSOR

Pin & Tack Handcrafted Delights

Boutique Treats, Trinkets & Treasures

(by Me, aka Corrinne, Host & SYCN Design Team Coordinator)

PRIZE

Micro Clothes Pins Banner Gift Kit

Includes 5 clothes pins & clothesline,

delightfully wrapped.

Need a little inspiration? The Design Team is offering you plenty.

If you want to see more of their works, stop by their blogs by clicking their names.

Karon

Hatty

Kim

Deanne

Naomi

Tina

Shirley

Soma

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

Just remember: If you don't follow the rules, your entry will be deleted.

- New handmade project, no back links, posted to your blog or online gallery. If you don't have either, you can email me (Corrinne) a photo of your project at pinandtack@gmail.com

- Mention "Spark Your Creativity Now!" and include a link back to this blog (http://pinandtack.blogspot.com) in your project post.

- Enter as many new projects as you'd like.

- Combine with as many other challenges as you'd like.

Pin & Tack - It's Better Handmade

{ CLICK HERE FOR TUESDAY ALCHEMY'S BLOG HOP }

I was excited when I checked my email today & found an unexpected note from Kimberly at It's Better Handmade. She published an artist feature about Pin & Tack! She did a wonderful job of it, too. I had answered a few questions that she turned into a splendid article. You can learn more about me & my shop by clicking here.

{ Vintage Toadstools Paperweight, Pin & Tack }

It's Better Handmade is an amazing site! It is a community of artists & crafters who come together to support each other, establish friendships & enjoy the world of handmade. Thank you, It's Better Handmade AND Kimberly!

Tuesday Alchemy DT CALL!

Tuesday Alchemy is a craft challenge blog that inspires & challenges creativity while promoting handmade artists & crafters.

Since one of our DTs has left & another one will be on maternity leave soon, we need to find a couple more people to join us!

A design team member will . . .

• Commit to the team until mid-August.
• Have an active blog.
• Participate in two challenges a month.
• Comment on participants' entries.
• Participate in other events, such as blog hops.
• Promote TA.

If this is something you can & want to do, please contact me at pinandtack@gmail.com - Make sure to include your blog address & any other information you would like to.

DT Call will end when new DTs are picked I will review each one as they come in.