SAVE THE DATE: World Day For Farmed Animals

"World Day for Farmed Animals is October 2nd, chosen because it is Gandhi's birthday. Throughout his life, Gandhi undertook nearly 20 fasts as political and social protest."

Did you know? Most animals are starved at least 12 hours - sometimes days! - on their way to slaughter. On October 2nd, activists around the world will fast against slaughter, remembering the suffering that farmed animals go through before ending up on the dinner plate.

To show my support, I have signed the pledge to fast for one day. I hope you will be a part of it, too.

Sign the pledge, go to an event, or share this campaign. Be a voice for those that don't have one!

#FastAgainstSlaughter, World Day for Farmed Animals

And if you are new to the issues, watch this video, which shows in clear, brutal honesty (that's your warning) why people are choosing to participate in World Day for Farmed Animals.

With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Help Build The ROC

"Brick by brick… dog by dog… we are laying the foundation to end animal-testing. Literally and metaphorically Beagle Freedom Project is building a safe space to help the countless dogs, cats, rabbits, pigs and other animals that have suffered unspeakable violence in research laboratories."

For $100, you can have a "brick" to help build Beagle Freedom Project's Rescue & Outreach Center.

It will be located in Los Angeles, CA and your name will appear on a brick used to create it.

The center will include an office and education building, senior housing, meet and greet exercise area, and other facilities to help support former laboratory animals that will start their new lives with compassion and love.

Learn more about this campaign and The Beagle Freedom Project here.

With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

This Little Piggy . . .

Can you deny this piglet's adorableness? I've got a smile on my face. And for only $25, you can sponsor an animal like this at Animal Place. You can support in other ways, too: share on your social medias, shop, or volunteer. More animals deserve to have this type of joy, don't you agree? With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Dogs Need Your Help!

Every month or two, Pin & Tack chooses a different charity to support with donations from orders. For June & July, it's Hope For Paws, an animal rescue organization that saves dogs & other animals from abandonment, abuse & neglect.

The extra bonus of Hope For Paws is that they share videos of their rescues, so you can see the animal from the start of their rescue to the end. Peeking into these animals stories is both sad & heartwarming. There is always a happy ending that will continue with our support.

Donate directly - MUCH PREFERRED - or pick up a pack of clothespins and Pin & Tack will donate a portion of the sale.

With blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Search: Green

Enter "green" into the search box at Pin & Tack and this is what you will find - along with other handmade delights. Green is balance, harmony & growth, so always have a bit in your life.

{Clockwise, left to right: 1. Clothespins, 2. Magnets, 3. Clothesline, 4. Thumb Tacks, 5. Chalkboard}

When you pick up any of these green items, $1 will go to Animal Place, who will provide a forever home to animals in great need along with spreading awareness, compassion & love.

With 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!

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

Search: Red

When you enter "red" into the search, this is only a few delights that you will find. Red is a stand alone color, but it works with so many others. It's power, love & fun all wrapped up into one fabulous color.

{Clockwise, left to right: 1. Clothes Pins,  2. Chalkboard, 3. Magnets, 4. Thumb Tacks, 5. Clothesline, 6. Home Decor}

When you choose these red items, you support all of the animals at Animal Place. They will receive $1 from each listing sold, which will provide food, shelter and safety.

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Pin & Tack Hearts Animal Place

Pin & Tack loves Animal Place and let me count the ways . . .

1. Animal Place provides a permanent home to animals from farms (big & small), slaughterhouses, and research facilities.

Animal Place Sanctuary, Grass Valley, CA

2. Animal Place "strives to create meaningful change for farmed animals through advocacy and education."

3. Animal Place promotes veganism through publications and cooking classes.

Cinnamon Rolls with Salted Caramel Drizzle

For February, Pin & Tack will be supporting Animal Place with $1 from every item sold at the shops.  However, I always encourage you to donate directly.

Your support will help this organization continue to provide the animals everything they need to have a healthy, happy life. And every animal deserves that!

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Craft It Up with Pin & Tack: Arts & Crafts Challenge #3 - Hearts

It's February - WOWZERS! This year is moving quickly, but there's always time to craft.

So, let's not waste a moment and get to the details . . .

{Anything Goes with Heart}

To join in the challenge, your craft must include a heart or the word "love." Simple enough, right?

Well, I hope so since Valentine's Day is just around the corner ;)

This challenge ends on Friday, February 14th at 11:55 PM.
Winner will be announced no later than the following Wednesday.

{Inspiration}

{Just Peach Pink Diamond Magnets by Pin & Tack}

{Digital Scrapbook using FREE papers from Jennifer Scraps}

{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)

Charity Starts Here . . . Ways To Support Dogs For The Deaf

Did you know? Dogs For The Deaf was founded in 1977. Ever since, they have been dedicated to each dog and person for life, offering guidance and support to make sure they remain a successful team!

Dogs For The Deaf facility, located in Central Point, Oregon

And there are only a few more days to shop at Pin & Tack to benefit Dogs For The Deaf! $1 from every listing sold at the shops will support this important charity.

Not in the market for boutique pins, tacks & other delights? Well, that is never a problem. I encourage you to donate directly and Dogs For The Deaf offers a variety of ways to do so.

A few of the dogs that have successfully completed the training.

Field Of Memories: With a donation of $150 or more, you can honor a loved one with a memorial stone and daffodil.

Recurring Donation: Set aside funds each month to be automatically given to Dogs For The Deaf. Any amount is appreciated!

Special Occasion Donation: Send the gift of charity to someone special with a greeting card and monetary donation in their name.

Shop: Spread the word through gifts with DFD logo, such as cards, clothing, mugs, totes & more at their online ship.

Map shows all of the locations where they have successfully placed dogs.

It can cost up to $25,000 to rescue, professionally train, and place a DFD dog. They charge only $50 for the application process. To make sure you are serious and can afford keeping the dog, $500 is required to actually receive the dog, but it is fully refunded after 1 year of living with the dog. How incredible is that?

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

4 DIY Fashion Tricks For Sneakers

When your everyday sneakers start to get boring (or show a bit of wear), you can easily change them up in fun & fashionable ways. Elastic strips, paint, studs (or rhinestones), and glitter make them unique footwear. And they are all easy to do.

Have you upcycled your sneaks? Leave a comment & share your photo. I'd love to see your style!

(DIY Tutorials, Clockwise: 1. Elastic, 2. Painted, 3. Studded, 4. Glittered.)

You also have another option, especially if you are not such a crafty individual. You can donate the shoes (only if they are in good condition, please) that you no longer need to several organizations that help those in need:

- Soles 4 Souls is global non-profit dedicated to fighting the devastating impact of poverty through donating used/new shoes & clothing along with funds.

- Donate Your Old Shoes has a simple mission: "Put shoes on the shoeless world" because their are many people walking barefoot due to lack of resources.

And, of course, once you donate your shoes, you may just need new ones, right? Support an individual  by buying handmade.

(Source, Clockwise: 1. Embroidered Espadrilles, 2. Crochet Sandals, 3. Solstice Flats, 4. Mary Janes.)

What type of shoes do you wear? I'm like Mr. Rogers. A pair for different parts of my day. Crocs for inside of my house - Lots of wood floors, so they give my feet cushioning. Sneakers for daytime. Feminine heels & flats for fancier occasions. You get the idea. What are your favorites?

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

Toys For The Joy Of Dogs

This month, Pin & Tack is supporting Dogs For The Deaf by donating $1 from every item sold. Besides purchasing from the shop, you can help in another way. A fun way, too.

You can donate toys to the dogs. As the dogs said, "We would like some cool doggie toys or yummy doggie treats to make our days and nights enjoyable in the kennels - and it sure would make our work a lot more fun!"

DFD Wish List Item: Kong Toy

This program is known as Toys For Joy. And who doesn't find toys joyful? I know that I do. You can donate toys, treats or other supplies. You can also provide the funds, so the DFD team can buy what they need.

DFD Wish List Item: Kuranda Dog Bed

Here is a list that the "dogs" have put together. These items will help the dogs have a happier journey while they learn to be Hearing, Autism & Program Assistance dogs.

Blessings & joy, yours truly . . . Corrinne Quinn

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

Dogs Need Emergency Care, Too!

Yes, they most certainly do! And Dogs for the Deaf understands that.

Dogs for the Deaf provides support to its dogs and people throughout their lives. This includes medical care, which is paid for through their Emergency Vet Fund.

Fizza, Hearing Dog

Whether its for a one-time or lifelong need, Dogs for the Deaf provides funds for the necessary medical care to the placed and in-training dogs, so they can continue to do their very important work with helping their people.

You can provide directly to this fund by noting RNA Emergency Veterinary Fund (for Assistance Dogs) or Ed Caurduro Veterinary Fund (for Career Change Dogs) when you make your donation.

Hopper, Dog-In-Training

During January through February, $1 from every listing sold at Pin & Tack will be donated to Dogs for the Deaf. You can help this cause by shopping boutique, handmade finds or giving directly to the cause. Either is appreciated!

Pin & Tack Supports Dogs For The Deaf

Throughout January, I will donate $1 from every listing sold at Pin & Tack to Dogs For The Deaf. This is why . . .

“Dogs for the Deaf, Inc.’s mission is to rescue and professionally train dogs to help people and enhance lives, maintaining a lifelong commitment to all dogs we rescue and all people we serve.”

Nancy & Harley

Dogs are rescued, trained, then provided a forever home with a person who is deaf, autistic or has other challenges. Dog and person create meaningful relationships that benefit both greatly! These partnerships are supported by Dogs for the Deaf throughout their lifetimes.

Nelson, Teacher's Aide

Learn more about their vision, hopes & dreams. Surely, you will want to join me in supporting this wonderful organization!

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.}

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