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)

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

No Charm Equal To . . .

Did you know? Pin & Tack's arts & craft challenge - Craft It Up - ends on Friday.

It's an easy, peasy challenge 'cause you can create ANYTHING as long as it includes a heart or "love."

If the upcoming big L day is not inspiring enough, here is a digital creation for you . . .

I used digital papers from Jennifer Scraps, which are FREE for anyone. The best part - at least for myself - is the photos used: Apple Red Rose Thumb Tacks.

With every purchase of these or anything else in the shop, Animal Place will receive $1 from it. But you have other options to support them. Donate directly or share a craft in the challenge as every entry earns them $0.10.

I have also entered this creation into the following challenges: {PIN}spirational Challenges & Mojo Monday. Pop by there for additional crafty inspiration.

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)

Arts & Crafts Challenge #1: Craft It Up With Pin & Tack

Blog has moved and a new challenge has begun.

Create a craft project, share it and you could win fabulous prizes!

Join the craft challenge at Pin & Tack.

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.

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 }

Spark Your Creativity Now! Challenge #2 - Anything Goes

Wow! September came & went SO fast. It's time for a new monthly challenge. As always, you decided what the challenge will be. It's Anything Goes and we look forward to seeing what you share with us!

This challenge will run from October 1st - October 31st, so you have lots of time to create and can even share more than one project.

{You are welcome to display our badge (left) on your blog, however, please link it back to http://pinandtack.blogspot.com - Thank you!}

{ SPONSORS }

Pin & Tack Handcrafted Delights

Mini Clothes Pin Banner Kit

(includes 5 micro clothes pins & clothesline delightfully wrapped.)

Pin & Tack is featured in InStyle Magazine's Makeover Issue!

Deanne of Little Bit 'O Paper

18x28 Fat Quarter Fabrics

Deanne is a design team member of Spark Your Creativity Now! and various other design teams along with operating her own challenge blog, {PIN}spirational Challenges.

{ INSPIRATION }

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.

Karen

Soma

Hatty

Deanne

Karon

Tina

Naomi

Shirley

Kim

Danni

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.

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

Vegan Barbecue Bonanza: WINNERS

First, thank you to the Vegan Barbecue Bonanza sponsors! You are all wonderful & very generous with providing my readers with fantastic prizes. I appreciate it very much!

Ellipsis Books

Raw And Not Alone

Sweet Dreams Princess

I also appreciate all of the guest bloggers. You offered splendid content that was thoroughly enjoyed by myself & my readers. You made this event extra special!

Deanne, A Little Bit O' Paper

Eileen, Love In Envelope

Heather, Raw And Not Alone

Meesha, Sweet Dreams Princess

Now, let's get to what you have all been waiting for - The winners. There are 3 winners that were randomly chosen. Ok, can I get a drum roll, please? Drum roll . . . And the winners are . . .

Rosy Radish Relish: #6 - Tim L

Navy & White Nautical Turban: #1 - Michaela

1/2 lb White Fudge & Chocolates: #7 - David

To claim your prize, please send your addy to pinandtack@gmail.com no later than Sunday, July 1st NOON Pacific. If prize is not claimed, another winner will be chosen at random.

Vegan Barbecue Bonanza: Beer Lovers Grilled Onions By Deanne

Hi, Vegan BBQers!!! Here’s a delish recipe for BEER LOVERS GRILLED ONIONS!! Yum!
Beer gives these onions a wickedly wonderful flavor! You can actually use cola if you don’t want to use beer. Cola would be the best choice for kids, I would think! Yup! Cola would just give it a sweeter taste than beer.

These take about 30 minutes to cook on the grill.

You will need:
~1 medium to large onion per person
~1 tablespoon of vegan margarine per onion
~beer of your choice (or cola for the kids)
~foil wrap

To prepare:
Peel an onion for each person, leaving most of the bottom there. Make sure your onions can sit flat on the grill so they don't get tipsy (drunk? Haha!) while grilling!! Carve a hole into the onion without piercing the bottom. Place some margarine in the hole and fill with beer (or cola). Wrap in foil and place on the grill. Cook until they are tender.

And who better to put to work at the BBQ than the dad of the house? Ha!Give him a card to thank him for all the wonderful meals he's grilled for you and the kids this summer!!

~DEANNE~

A Little Bit Of Paper

{PIN}spirational Challenges

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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.

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.

You Are Invited To My Vegan Barbecue Bonanza!

Welcome to my Vegan Barbecue Bonanza!

Food is such a social thing & what better way to be social & eat vegan than to have a barbecue, especially now that the weather is heating up & the days are longer. If you are not a vegan, you are probably rolling your eyes. Just veggies? Well, yeah! Healthy, yummy veggies can make up a barbecue & satisfy your hunger for good eats.

Along with a splendid group of people, I will be sharing the wonders of a vegan barbecue. It is delicious, animal friendly & perfect for delighting your friends & family. So, join us everyday for new recipes, tips & more. Share them the next time you have a barbecue at your home!

{ Guest List - Alphabetical Order }

Deanne, A Little Bit O' Paper

Guest Blogger: Beer Lover's Onions

Eileen, Love In Envelope

Guest Blogger: Must Have Smoothie

Ellipsis Books

Prize with Special Shop Offer: Rosy Radish Relish

(See below for details.)

Heather, Raw And Not Alone

Guest Blogger: Tips To Creating A Memorable & "Finger-Lickin'" Good Vegan Barbecue

Prize: 1/2 lb White Fudge & Chocolates (See below for details.)

Meesha, Sweet Dreams Princess

Guest Blogger 

Prize: Navy & White Nautical Turban (See below for details.)

As each guest blogger's post is published, I will add the link here, so they can be easily found :)

{ Giveaways }

Rosy Radish Relish

Ingredients: Radishes, vinegar, water, raw pure cane sugar, pickling salt, spice.

"This unique relish is made from fresh organic radishes grown by us. It has a sweet flavor almost like pickled daikon. Its pretty pink color will add a nice dimension to your condiment selection!"

- Ellipsis Books & More

Ellipsis Book & More is also giving 15% Off their shop to my readers!

Use Coupon Code: SUMMERFUN.

Navy & White Nautical Turban

This nautical turban was created using a soft, shiny & striped fabric. An elastic back offers comfort. Since its one size fits all, it will add a nice, laid back feel to anyone's outfit. It's perfect for those lazy summer days when you want your hair out of your face, but you still want to look cute!

- Dandy Nomad

Meesha of Dandy Nomad & Sweet Dreams Princess is also offering a recipe later this week.

Check back for her yummy dish!

1/2 lb Vegan White Fudge & Special Chocolate Variety Box

This prize is artisan raw chocolate made by Heather of Raw And Not Alone. Decadent, rich & just delicious! You will be delighted with $32 worth of organic, pure & vegan sweets.

Heather of Raw And Not Alone is also providing tips, ideas & a free cookbook!

Check back for her guest blogging post.

{ How To Win }

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.

Winners will be randomly picked on Monday, June 25th & an announced the same day. Winners will have until Sunday, July 1st to contact Corrinne at pinandtack@gmail.com with their information.