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

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]

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)

Pile It On With Pin & Tack

This week, Pin & Tack is sponsoring a fabulous challenge at Pile It On.

Create. Share. Win. It's super easy and lots of fun!

All of the details can be found at Pile It On.
I'm also offering up a lovely discount, too - See PIO's blog for the coupon code.

If you like challenges, don't forget to add your Pile It On creation to Pin & Tack's challenge, too.
It's always anything goes, so it will fit the theme :) Click here for the details.

This card was submitted to these challenges:

365 Cards, A Gem Of A Challenge, Hiding In My Craft Room (Heart),
Craft Us Crazy (Clothes Pins, of course!), Charisma Cardz,
Make It Monday

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! WINNER: Challenge #3

{ Click here for SYCN! Challenge #4 - Anything Goes }

Thank you to all of you fantastic crafters that shared projects with us!

There were so many "handcrafted delights."

Unfortunately, there is only one prize, so there is only one winner.

That randomly picked crafter is . . .

#76 - J. Atterberry Creations

 What's your prize? It's a handmade Micro Clothes Pin Banner Gift Kit.

Congrats, J. Atterberry! To claim your prize, please send your mailing address to Corrinne (that's me!) at pinandtack@gmail.com If you do not claim your prize by December 12th NOON PST, a new winner will be picked.

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!

#56 - Lucy Patrick

#3 - Niki LTC

#105 - donemark

{ Click here for SYCN! Challenge #4 - Anything Goes }

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.

WINNERS: Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #2

Thank you, our fellow crafters, for sharing your projects with us!

It's time to award prizes. Are you ready? If not, I'm sure you will be - Ha!

Drum roll . . . drum roll . . and the winners are:

Pin & Tack's Mini Clothes Pin Banner Kit

#75 - Lucy Patrick

Deanne of Little Bit O' Paper's Fat Quarter Fabrics

#24 - Nancy Y

To claim your prize, please send your name, email & mailing address to Corrinne at pinandtack@gmail.com by November 15th. If prize is not claimed, another winner will be picked.

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!

#64 - Lucy Patrick

"I love the design. What drew me to it was the wonderful & cute image. So adorable and so wonderfully colored. Fabulous."

- 

#68 - Michaela

"I love all the details: the lace like borders, the little googly eyes. Great piece set (card, treat box & treat bag)!"

- Kim

#54 - valou250809

"She has made a delightful Christmas present box. It is beautifully decorated inside and out with gorgeous embellishments."

- Shirley

#79 - Lucy Patrick

"Love the color combo & gorgeous embellishments."

- Soma

{ Click here for SYCN! Challenge #3 - Ends November 30th }

Spark Your Creativity Now! WINNERS: September 2012

{ Click here for October's Anything Goes Challenge }

It was an absolutely wonderful start for Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenges. Thank you, everyone, that took the time to share their creativity with us. It was a joy to see so many crafty people among us!

{ Prize Winners }

Creative Bug Digital Stamps - 4 Digital Stamps

#19 - Sukie

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

#37 - Orit

You have until Sunday, October 7th 5:00pm PST to claim your prize by sending Corrinne an email at pinandtack@gmail.com. For digital prizes, please send your name & valid email. For physical prizes, please provide your name & full shipping address. If prize is not claimed, a new winner will be picked.

{ Sparks Of The Month - Our Top Picks }

#56 - Jill Tiffany

Karen: "This is just stunning! A beautiful work of art and we can see how much work went into making this book card."

#122 - Nancy Y

Corrinne: "Absolutely gorgeous! I adore the "vintage" image and fabulous mix of embellishments."

{ Click here for October's Anything Goes Challenge }

Tuesday Alchemy Challenge #24: Very Vintage

Very Vintage is the challenge we throw your way this week at Tuesday Alchemy. Don't have anything that's vintage? That's okay - just make it look vintage!

By playing with us, you could win a whopping $20 Store Voucher from our sponsor, Flonz! They offer rubber stamps with a vintage flair, so you will definitely enjoy using them in your crafts.

Also, Leo, Flonz's owner, will be picking his favorite creation & that person will win a $20 Store Voucher, too!

This card was submitted to these wonderful challenge blogs.

See below for details, so you can join in, too!

365 Days: Day 143 - Opposite Day

Anything Goes: #72 - Let's Not Be Square

Forever Friends: #41 - Anything Goes

Inspire Me Fridays: #68 - Anything Goes

Make It Monday: #99 - Anything Goes & Leave A Comment

Time For A Giveaway

What time is it? Do you have the time? Well, you won't have to ask those questions anymore if you win this sleek watch from Budget Gadgets.

{ The Details }

Lightweight

Silicone will not hurt anyone, especially while playing sports. It's elasticity will allow this to fit any wrist.

ATM Water Resistant (not for diving, showering & so on.)

Red-orange color is a super fun way to wear the time.

To enter to win, you must use good ol' Rafflecopter. You have lots of ways to earn entries - Good luck!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Tuesday Alchemy Challenge #22: No Work, Just Play!

If only life could be no work, just play - Right? Well, it's not, so we have to get our fun in when we can! This week at Tuesday Alchemy, we challenge you to create ANY craft that is inspired by play. So, get out your supplies & create fun, fun, fun!

If you do join us, you could win a fabulous prize from this week's sponsor, Sassy Studio Designs. The name says it all - SASSY! They offer digital stamps that are hot, sexy & oh, so fabulous.

I used a digital stamp from Sassy Studio Designs in this creation. Her name is Ashlee & she is ready to have a fantastic time!

{ My Favorite Play }

Playing board or card games

Swimming in a clear, cool lake & splashing those who haven't gotten in yet - Ha!

Kicking butt on my PS3 (Skyrim, yeah!)






This card was submitted to these wonderful challenge blogs.
See below for links, so you can join the fun & share your own creation!

Make It Monday: #97 - Anything Goes & Leave Comment
One Stop Craft: #190 - Summer Flowers
Simply Create Too: #17 - Summer Vacation
Whoopsie Daisy: Make Your Own Embellishments (Flowers, words)

Vegan Barbecue Bonanza: Kabob It With Meesha

Vegan Teriyaki Tofu Kabobs

by Meesha

Dandy Nomad & Sweet Princess Dreams

Prep Time: about 1 1/2 hrs
Cook Time: about 10 - 15 mins
Serves: 4

Ingredients For Teriyaki Glaze:

-1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
-1 cup water
-1 tsp. ginger 
- 2 Tbsp agave nectar
-1 minced garlic clove
-2 Tbsp cornstarch
-1/4 cup COLD water
-1 tsp soy sauce

Ingredients For Kabobs:

-1 package of extra firm tofu (I only used about 1/2 of the 14oz package)
-4 whole mushrooms
-1 medium to large sized red pepper
-1/2 medium red onion
-1 can of CUBED?CHUNK pineapple


Before cooking, drain tofu package. Wrap tofu in a towel and press between two cutting boards for at least 30 mins, (Carefully set a few canned goods on top of cutting board to help with pressure). While tofu is pressing, prepare glaze:

1. Combine 1 cup water, soy and teriyaki sauce, agave, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. 
2.Dissolve cornstarch in 1/4cup cold water. Add to sauce mixture.
3. Stir constantly to allow sauce to thicken.
4.If sauce is too thick add a little water or soy/teriyaki sauce to thin. Set aside.
5.Once tofu is done pressing, slice into chunks and place in a ziploc bag. Add teriyaki glaze and shake well. (Save a little glaze for later, you'll need it when grilling!)
6.Place bag in refrigerator to marinade for at least 1 hour, shaking bag every now and then.
7.While tofu is marinating, cut vegetables into chunks. 
8. When tofu is done marinating, take out of refrigerator. Place tofu, veggies, and pineapple onto METAL skewers, interchanging how you like.
9.Fire up the grill! Medium to high heat.
10. Cook on grill until lightly browned on all sides, turning kabobs occasionally. (About 10 mins or so, though cooking times will vary!) Baste with remaining glaze every once and awhile.
11. Remove from grill and enjoy! Add a side of white rice to make a meal.

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You could win prizes by participating in this event!

Rosy Radish Relish, Navy/White Nautical Turban & Raw Vegan Chocolates

(Click here for prize details.)

{ How To Win VBB Prizes }

You must be a follower of this blog if you are not already.

Add your name to the linky list provided. You do not need to include a link.

If you have your own vegan recipe, you can enter an additional time - Just make sure to link directly to your blog post about it.

NOTE: Linky list will be on every VBB post. If you enter on one, it will show up in the others. You can enter only once unless you create a blog post with a vegan recipe.