Paperclay Project: A Spoon Full of Stars

Isn't this a cute and decorative idea from Julie Haymaker Thompson?   Creative wall art made from Creative Paperclay, a wooden spoon, wire and glitter!   Complete instructions here.    Most crafters will have the necessary supplies on hand but, if you prefer, you can purchase a kit from her blog.

For a short while, you can leave a comment on her blog to enter the giveaway for the finished piece.   

New Contests and Giveaways

Here's a few more to add to the Contest & Giveaways list. Please see link in sidebar for rest of list with a November deadline! (Note: All C&G are clay or craft related or have cash or handmade item as prize.)

This drawing ends Nov.26th ....
In honor of reaching 100+ followers, The Old Parsonage is having a giveaway. Our gift celebrates the colors, scents and joy of Christmas. Apple Scented Room Freshner. Peppermint Flavored Taffy. A Silver Tray and a JOY Candle.Red and White Tea Towel, Pot Holder, White Dish Cloths and a Christmas Bottle.  How to Enter


This drawing will be held Nov.27th ....
Another Wonderful Gift Basket Drawing from the Girls in the Old Farmhouse Gathering! ($145 value) The Elves have been busy working to fill another Handmade Basket by Rose Clawson. That by its self would be a wonderful treat! But look at everything that goes with it! Woo-Hoo! How to Enter


Contest ends December 20, 2009....
Michaels is having a "Handmade Holidays" contest.   The Grand Prize winners will receive a trip for two to New York City to see The Martha Stewart Show. There will be two Grand Prize winners – one for “Best Creative Project” and one for “Best Creative Project under $20”. Each Grand Prize winner will also receive a $250.00 Michaels gift card and the opportunity to have their project featured on Michaels.com and in Michaels stores.  Each week, two $100.00 Michaels gift cards will be awarded to the winner in each category – Best Creative Project and Best Creative Project under $20. The Grand Prize winners will be selected from the weekly winners.   Entries will only be accepted on michaels.com from Sunday, November 1, 2009 through Sunday, December 20, 2009.   How to Enter


Contest ends on February 1, 2010....
Lion Brand Yarn Company is sponsoring a yarn contest at Michaels stores. The grand prize is $1,000 and an all-expense paid trip for two to Los Angeles to meet Vanna White. More info