White On White On White & So On & So Forth

A collection of handmade things inspired by the color white.

Title: White Is Not A Mere Absence Of Colour

"White . . . is not a mere absence of colour; it is a shining and affirmative thing . . ."

- G.K. Chesterton

I've included a sampling here, but you can discover all at the treasury.

{Wild Woman Jewelry}

{Wear Love Now}

{Belle Papier by Julia}

A is for . . .

A is for AMAZING!

I discovered this artist while on the search for new FB pages that I can like. Since I am the only one running Pin & Tack's FB page, it's nice to have the content come right to my feed, then I can share it with you.

Vibrant Shadows Paper Art

Jordan Taylor Schwartz caught my interest right away with a series of shares on her Facebook page, showing a work in progress. (See below.) She creates art through paper cutting. Paper and blade is all she needs. She may actually go through several blades creating a single artwork. One piece took over 10 blades to complete!

"This one is so delicate. I hope I can finish it without tearing it!" - Jordan Taylor Schwartz

This piece took 4 blades to complete! Every piece of art Jordan creates is one of a kind. You will always have an original work. If you want to see her in action, she shares plenty of time-lapsed videos. As I said, it's simply amazing!

Did you know? Paper cutting is actually a very old art form, which is credited to the Chinese. It traveled to Europe in the 1500s and was called scherenschnitte, the art of "scissor snipping" or "scissor cutting."

So, are you going to give it a try, my crafty friends? I think I will leave this to the professionals or those with the patience. (The piece above was a day long project for Jordan!)

If you have any paper-cutting creations, please share them. I know we would love to see them!

V is for . . .

V is for Vegan. At least for today, that is.

Now, don't be alarmed, I'm not sharing any disturbing videos or chastising anyone for their choices. That's just not my way unless you're my partner - He's vegetarian only :( It's that cheese, that dang cheese that he uses as an excuse. I just found an article that said it is addicting, which is why it's difficult for people to stop eating. Great, that's just what I needed to hear.

Okay, sorry, I was getting distracted. Today is World Vegan Day. Happy World Vegan Day!

There are so many wonderful things about being vegan and the food is just the beginning. Discover just  a few vegan goodies that will tempt you to the V side . . hopefully :)

Arthur's Plaid Pants

Custom By Corvis

{Duct Tape Roses, Custom By Corvis, $2.50}

Edward & Lilly

Feed Your Face

{Carrot Cake Caramels, Feed Your Face, $12}

Hilary's Super Foods

Juniperseed Mercantile

{Tummy Kisses Belly Balm, Juniper Mercantile, $3.75}

Love Ellie Bags

{Vintage Style Rosie Bag, Love Ellie Bags, $57.97}

Mumbot

{Bee Girl - Limited Edition Print, Mumbot, $20}

Purplecatscorner

The Vegan Hippie Freak

Vegan Lotus

Yeah, isn't that wonderful? So many vegantastic things out there. What's your favorite?

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.

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