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

N Is For . . . (Blogging From A To Z)

Welcome to Blogging From A To Z with Pin & Tack.

A letter is given and written word expresses it.

Today's letter is . . .

Needle. This tool is much needed for different types of arts & crafts. You use a needle for many things, such as . . .

Sewing an apron from old jeans.

Crosstitch a letter holder.

Needlepoint cat coasters - Meow!

Do you know of other needle crafts? Share in the comments!

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Be Inspired By The Sparks Of The Moment: Anything Goes Challenge

It's Anything Goes at the Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge.

Challenge ends on November 30th, so get to crafting or you will miss out :)

Click here to join Challenge #3 :)

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

Remember: You can enter as many times as you want AND you can combine with as many other challenges.

#53 - Asha

#102 - Scrappellen

#31 - Stephanie W

{ Click here for Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #3 }

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

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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.

Q Is For Quilts

Are you a quilter? I am not and I've yet to try it. It's such an amazing art form with so many endless possibilities.
If you are a quilter or you'd like to start, visit Quilters Newsletter for ideas, tips & everything quilty.