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

You Are Missing Out . . .

If you don't "like" Pin & Tack on Facebook, you are missing out. Everyday, I find & share interesting content for your enjoyment - It's not all about the shop either!

Here is just a little of what you may have missed in February . . .

{ #DIY & Tutorials }

Adorable Pin Cushions

How To Apply A Faux Cloud Texture

Watering Can That Pours Crystals

{#goodeats Recipes }

Homemade Lollipops

Loaded Cheezy Fries

Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies

{ #FREE Stuff }

Clipboard Art Printables

Ribbon Organizing Printables

Vegan Starter Kit

{ #charity }

Animal Place

Food For Life

{ Send #card Not Email }

Have A Heart by Mandy

Quilling Card For Dana

Not Chocolate Covered Owl

Like what you see? Join me on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ for a daily dose of all things wonderful.

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

PS - Join the craft challenge for your chance at a special prize & to support animals!

DIY Dog Delights To Save You Money

Dog accessories can get costly. I know this from my own experience shopping for my BIG, sweet puppy dog. It doesn't have to be, though, as these DIY creations show.

(Tutorials, Clockwise: 1. Mud Mitten, 2. Collar, 3. Pet Bed, 4. Collapsible Bowl.)

If you are not the crafty type (or just don't have the time), you can have something delivered to your door from one of these handmade shops.

(Source, Clockwise: 1. Orwell* 2. Collar - Day Dog Designs, 3. Pet Bed - Firesky7, 4. Collapsible Bowl - PooDoo.)

* Note: Unfortunately, I did not find anyone that made "mud mittens," so you will have to buckle down & make it. Thus, I snuck a photo of my own pup - Ha ha! If you do know of someone that does offer them, please leave a comment with info!

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

(I was motivated to create this post by Pin & Tack's charity, Dogs for the Deaf, which will receive $1 from every item sold at both shops. I urge you to donate directly, though, if you don't need or want anything from my shop. Thank you so much!)

Tuesday Alchemy's Tips, Tutorials & Anything Goes Blog Hop & Challenge

Welcome to Tuesday Alchemy's Tips & Tutorials Blog Hop AND Anything Goes Challenge! First, the challenge is anything goes, so create ANY craft & share it with us here. If you provide a tip or tutorial, you will receive a bonus entry! We will provide tips & tutorials for you, so make sure to check out our blogs :)

{ Prizes }

TIPS & TUTORIALS BLOG HOP

One winner will be randomly picked to win BOTH prizes from our sponsors!

DT members are offering prizes for the blog hop, too!

Each DT member will pick their own winner - See their blogs for prize details.

3 Digital Images - A Creative Need

$10 Store Voucher - Stitchy Bear Stamps

I will be offering a $10 Store Voucher to my Artfire shop, Pin & Tack. Winner will be randomly picked from qualified participants of the blog hop & announced no later than Friday, June 15th.

{ Rules/How To Enter )

For the Anything Goes Challenge, click here to go to Tuesday Alchemy for details. One lucky participant will win a Digital Paper Pack from Karen's Scraps And Graphics.

Tips & Tutorials Blog Hop

To join the Blog Hop, you simply visit each blog in the list. Make sure to follow the list provided, so you don't get lost during your journey. It will be posted on every blog, too. To win any of the prizes from TA's sponsors & the DT, you must:

• Comment on every blog in the hop.
• Become a follower of every blog in the hop.

When you are ready to hop, just click on your next stop & you will be on your way :)

Corrinne - You Are Here

Maria - Your Next Stop

Laine

Kelli

Katya

Tuesday Alchemy

Eileen

{ Tip }

Use natural materials in your crafts! You can just step outside your door & find something that is natural, beautiful &, best of all, FREE. Isn't that wonderful? Also, it's eco-friendly, unique & depending on what you use can add scent.

For this card, I created natural trim. I cut leaves from my Japanese Maple, taped them down, then covered the stems with cardstock.

Create a specimen card by attaching an herb, flower or other plant then stamp it's name. I chose rosemary, which adds its fresh scent to this creation.

Pick a few different plants & tie them together to create a small bouquet. For this card, I used twine to hold together lavender & grass.

Here are more examples that I have created:

Japanese Maple Leaves

River Rocks

Twig