Throwback Thursday: May 2, 2011

SOLD! To the woman who enjoys friends & drinks with friends on May 2, 2011.

"I really like this," she wrote. Well, that is exactly what I wanted to see.

Friends & Coffee, Mixed Media Canvas

Sadly, there isn't another, but you can MAKE YOUR OWN!

{ Scrapbook Canvas Art }

You can create this in any theme, style or color that you prefer.

That's what makes it so fun & easy - Your imagination is the limit!

Supplies needed:

Canvas (4"x4" shown.)

Tape or glue

Scrapbook papers

Ribbon

Buttons, die cuts

Stamp, ink

1. Wrap scrapbook paper around the canvas like you would a present, so that the folds are on the sides and back.

2. Wrap & glue ribbon around the sides to cover up any folds from the paper.

3. Stamp image onto a piece of scrapbook paper, then cut it to be smaller than the size of the canvas.

4. Add embellishments to the corners.

Tip: If using a small canvas, pick up a mini easel, so you can display it.

These can be relatively inexpensive, so they would make great gifts, such as bridesmaids, birthdays, or Christmas.

They will be a special way to share your creativity with others.

If you need ideas, checkout scrapbook layouts or page maps.

Have you made or received a piece of canvas art? Old or new, share it in the comments!

And if you decide to make one now, share that, too. I always enjoy viewing others' projects.

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

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)

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.