10 Minute Craft Dash

Welcome New Design Team!

The day is finally here- I get to announce the new 10 Minute Craft Dash design team! I received so many incredible applications from around the world, the decision was such a difficult one. After making my final picks, I also ensured that there was a range of crafting styles within the team. We each are inspired by different things and I tried my best to make sure there was something for everyone {based on the applications submitted}.

There are six brand new designers joining the team and I have one returning designer. Words cannot express how excited I am to work with these talented ladies from across the globe. Last term, I put together a calendar showcasing the designers locations and I thought I would do it again. Isn’t it neat to see that there are fellow Craft Dashers all over the globe?!

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Are you ready to meet and get to know the design team? Below are a few questions to get to know them a bit and if you click their pictures, you’ll be taken to their blogs. Remember, you’re always welcome to follow them and share some blog love!

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Describe your craft style in three words: Fun, fresh & cute

Most used craft embellishment: For almost every single card I use stamps, then die cut shapes and ribbon/ twine

Name something that never leaves your craft desk: scissors, rulers, and double sided tape

Why do you enjoy the 10 Minute Craft Dash:  I enjoy it because it gives me the impulse to be better, faster and organized. Having the challenge to make a project in 10 minutes teaches you to make right choices faster, all these things will make you a better crafter every single day.

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Describe your craft style in three words: Colorful, clean & simple

Most used craft embellishment: twine, ribbon and bling

Name something that never leaves your craft desk: paper trimmer, tape runner and scissors

Why do you enjoy the 10 Minute Craft Dash: I love the color combinations and the time pressure.

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Describe your craft style in three words: CAS (technically 3 words, but who’s count?!), chaotic and eclectic

Most used craft embellishment: At the moment it’s probably ribbon but it changes with the weather

Name something that never leaves your craft desk: My Fiskars Stamp Press- LOVE it

Why do you enjoy the 10 Minute Craft Dash: I get a bit of a kick out of the sense of urgency- it really makes you focus and cuts out so much of the procrastination.
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leighDescribe your craft style in three words: Pretty with stitching

Most used craft embellishment: It would be a toss up between my stamps and patterned paper

Name something that never leaves your craft desk: My ruler (everything has to be straight!)

Why do you enjoy the 10 Minute Craft Dash: I can waste a lot of time at my craft table, pulling out different options, debating on what to use. I like that the 10 Minute Craft Dash has me choose my supplies and challenges me to stick with my plan and get something accomplished quickly.

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Describe your craft style in three words: Diverse (I hope!), Stampy, Layered

Most used craft embellishment: Buttons and stick pins. I go through these faster than anything else. Oh, and lace.

Name something that never leaves your craft desk: Everything… seriously, it’s like a bomb went off. I could not create without my blocks – I almost never create a project that doesn’t include any stamping

Why do you enjoy the 10 Minute Craft Dash: I love to push myself and see just how much I can get done in 10 minutes. From when I first started playing along in these challenges to now, I think I’ve really developed a system and a confidence that allows me to get a lot done in a little bit of time. Not to mention that Paulina always comes up with the most incredible colour combinations – which also force me to stretch outside my comfort zone

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rachel

Describe your craft style in three words: Simple, bold and fun

Most used craft embellishment: Twine, followed closely by blingy embellishments : sequins, enamel dots, rhinestones

Name something that never leaves your craft desk: My trusty paper trimmer

Why do you enjoy the 10 Minute Craft Dash: Time is limited for me with a very busy 16 month old running around- it can get really frustrating to want to create, but feel like you never have the time. The 10 Minute Craft Dash pushes me to get in my craft room, take 10 minutes to make something, and get on with my day. I can feel accomplished instead of bummed I couldn’t carve out an hour to craft!

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Describe your craft style in three words: Colorful, spunky, and simplified

Most used craft embellishment: Washi tape

Name something that never leaves your craft desk: my glue gun

Why do you enjoy the 10 Minute Craft Dash: I enjoy the 10 Minute Craft Dash because life is hectic and something all I have is 10 minutes to use my creativity and produce a stellar project!

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A brand new challenge starts TOMORROW, but  if you go to the Pretty Pink Posh Facebook page– you’ll get an exclusive peek at the challenge a day early! You’ll just need to go “like” the page, head to the exclusives tab and then you can start creating and have your project ready to link up first thing in the morning!

Thank you for visiting and celebrating this new team with me. See you bright and early tomorrow!

10 Minute Craft Dash #20

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It’s time for a new 10 Minute Craft Dash and I have a returning sponsor, along with many special guests! This time around, I went the route of some bright and summery colors and I LOVE them paired together. Between the samples from the Craft Dash DT and the designers from the sponsors’ DT, you all are going to have so much inspiration, I’m hoping you won’t be able to resist joining along. *wink*

* If you aren’t able to stay within the 10 minutes, you can still link up your item! While it won’t quality for the winner spot, it still could qualify as a favorites pick!

*New card picture and  video on how to create the card from start-to-finish, will be uploaded soon!

 

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Please join me in welcoming DeNami Design, the sponsor of this challenge!  As some of you may know, I actually work for this company as my full-time job, so they have a special place in my heart. With their growing collection of stamps and accessories, and a new release around the corner, this prize is one that will definitely come in handy. prize

If you were inspired by the cards above, just wait until you see what the DeNami DT has whipped up! These gals are all so very talented {and super sweet} and I really adore working with them. Be sure to visit each of their blogs so you can see what they created!

Dana Seymour

Lisa Petrella

Deb Wabbe

Wendy Elliot

Tammy Hobbs

Emily Keaton

Lisa Elton

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How to Play

  1. Create a card/craft project within 10 minutes featuring the color palette.
  2. Post the time it took to create.
  3. Be sure to include the challenge graphic in your post and link to the challenge.
  4. You may combine a total of three challenges with your entry. You may enter the challenge a maximum of two times.
  5. Subscribe to Pretty Pink Posh via Email

You can pull out your supplies before your timer starts!

 

10 Minute Craft Dash #19

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Welcome to a new 10 Minute Craft Dash challenge! As I was going through the previous color palettes {available here}, I noticed it had been quite a while since I featured red, so I thought it was time to change that. Add in a little light yellow and light blue, and we have a fun and versatile color palette.

* If you aren’t able to stay within the 10 minutes, you can still link up your item! While it won’t quality for the winner spot, it still could qualify as a favorites pick!

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Now onto the great prize! I’m so thrilled to announce that Timeless Twine will be sponsoring this challenge. They have a great assortment of  twine colors and the quality is superb. My favorite part? Their colors are unique and different than others I have used or found in crafting and we all know that a rainbow of twines is a must-have.

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Some of the Timeless Twine-istas were able to join along in the fun and bring you some inspiration. Be sure to visit the Timeless Twine blog, along with the designers blogs to check out all of the lovely inspiration!

Amy K

Amy T

Annette

Brianna

Cassandra

Kristy

Mandi

Melisa

Melissa Shea

Piali

Shannon

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How to Play

  1. Create a card/craft project within 10 minutes featuring the color palette.
  2. Post the time it took to create.
  3. Be sure to include the challenge graphic in your post and link to the challenge.
  4. You may combine a total of three challenges with your entry. You may enter the challenge a maximum of two times.
  5. Subscribe to Pretty Pink Posh via Email

You can pull out your supplies before your timer starts!



10 Minute Craft Dash DT Call

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It’s that time…. I’m opening up the SECOND 10 Minute Craft Dash DT call! The past nine of months of hosting this challenge has been such a thrill and I have even more exciting and fun plans in the upcoming months!

The challenge has grown so much this year- it’s so exciting to see the entries from all across the world come in for each new challenge! I am constantly amazed at all that you are able to create within the 10 minutes and I’m looking forward to bringing on new designers to share their inspiration with each new challenge.

Qualities of a Craft Dash designer: Ability to create items within 10 minutes// Have an active blog// Capable of taking quality photos of your projects// Willing to promote the Craft Dash on the social media sites you use// Organized and able to stay on top of assignments// Team player who likes to have fun

* Term will be July- December 2013*

Email me with the information below: prettypinkposh@gmail.com

 

  • Your name, blog link and the country you reside in.
  • 4 photos of your best work that was created within 10 minutes. {Please include time within your email}
  • Short bio that includes any past design accomplishments, DT experience {none required} and anything else that might intrigue me when I’m pouring through the applications.
  • Why you would like to join the Craft Dash team.
  • If you have the ability to make videos for the challenge, please mention this in your application and include your YouTube/ Vimeo channel link.

Deadline to apply is June 1st

Notifications will be sent out no later than June 10th.

If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below, or send me an email!

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10 Minute Craft Dash #18

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Hello and Happy Wednesday!

It’s a good day here at Pretty Pink Posh. My sister made a surprise visit from San Francisco yesterday, so it’s been a whirlwind 24 hours. There’s something about having her in the same state that makes the family feel that much closer and the days a little brighter. Ah, love these family times!

Well, it’s time for the a brand new 10 Minute Craft Dash and I have a new sponsor to introduce you to, along with an adorable prize and some special guests! Whether you stamp, sew, scrapbook or just tinker around with crafts, you can join along in this challenge!

* If you aren’t able to stay within the 10 minutes, you can still link up your item! While it won’t quality for the winner spot, it still could qualify as a favorites pick!

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Now onto the  first-time sponsor providing the adorable stamp set for the winner. Please welcome Precious Remembrance Shop, a small company based out of North Carolina. They are still fairly new, but they have a fabulous DT and you may have seen some of their special guests that have made this company known in blog land. The winner of this challenge will get their most recent stamp set, Little One!

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If you were inspired by the cards above, just wait until you see what the Precious Remembrance Shop DT has created! It’s not often that a WHOLE team will be able to join along, so I am truly excited to be able to share all of the following links with you. Be sure to visit each blog- I know that it’ll inspire you with this color palette!

Dyane (owner)

Lisa Elton

Kim Duran

Nattarida Smith

Clare Prezzla

Geri Freeman

Elena Roussakis

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How to Play

  1. Create a card/craft project within 10 minutes featuring the color palette.
  2. Post the time it took to create.
  3. Be sure to include the challenge graphic in your post and link to the challenge.
  4. You may combine a total of three challenges with your entry. You may enter the challenge a maximum of two times.
  5. Subscribe to Pretty Pink Posh via Email

You can pull out your supplies before your timer starts!



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Time Spent With Friends + VIDEO

Have I mentioned how much I love the 10 Minute Craft Dash #17 colors? These colors make my swoon. My craft room has many aqua elements in it and if I end up finding some perfect coral pieces, I would add them in a heartbeat. Sadly, it doesn’t seem like many decor designers have perfected this perfect color. If you’ve found some items that you think would qualify as coral, I’d love to see pictures or links!

Today I have a card showcasing some of my favorite WPlus9 stamps and the colors for the challenge. How awesome is this sentiment? I’ve never used it before this card, but I know that I’ll definitely be pulling it out for more cards soon.

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Time it took to create: 9 minutes 50 seconds

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I filmed a video on my mad dash to create this card. Oh boy, this one was a close one- I almost didn’t think I was going to finish in time! Thank goodness for embellishments that already have adhesive on them!

Watch video below | Watch on YouTube


If you haven’t already, I hope that you’ll join in the fun for the 10 Minute Craft Dash #17. There have been so many beautiful entries thus far- I hope you’ll add yours to the list!

10 Minute Craft Dash #17

It’s time for a brand new challenge and I hope you’re ready for some pretty colors. When I had first picked these colors a while back, I had no idea they would be one of the “it” color combos. Whoever chooses these trendy colors knows what they’re doing- they colors are swoon worthy!

Before I showcase this card, I wanted to let you all know that our beloved Jess had to step down from her DT position. Since we’re getting close to the end of the term for the current DT, I won’t be looking to replace this spot. However, there has been some talk that there just might be an upcoming DT call in the future. Stay tuned! CD_17

 

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Today we have a returning sponsor, along with some of their talented DT. Please join me in welcoming WPlus9!  Many of our beloved Craft Dash participants are fans of this company and I’m so thrilled it worked out for them to sponsor once again. With their growing collection of stamp sets, dies and accessories, I know the winner will enjoy spending this gift certificate!CD_17_prize

We have five of the WPlus9 girls joining us for this challenge as special guests. Be sure to visit their blogs and see their beautiful creations using this color palette!

Dawn Woleslagle

Jinny Newlin

Lea Lawson

Kerrianne Bowen

Sarah Martina Parker

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How to Play

  1. Create a card/craft project within 10 minutes featuring the color palette.
  2. Post the time it took to create.
  3. Be sure to include the challenge graphic in your post and link to the challenge.
  4. You may combine a total of three challenges with your entry. You may enter the challenge a maximum of two times.
  5. Subscribe to Pretty Pink Posh via Email

You can pull out your supplies before your timer starts!

* If you aren’t able to stay within the 10 minutes, you can still link up your item! While it won’t quality for the winner spot, it still might be featured in the favorites section!


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Bright & Bold Craft Dash

CD_16largeI’m back with another card for the current 10 Minute Craft Dash #16! I’ll confess, these colors have been my go-to colors at work for quite some time and I’m so glad I was able to bring them here! There’s something about these colors that are so striking and well, this combo just makes me happy!

In yesterday’s post, I brought out the Avery Elle Petals & Stems set and it was more subtle, almost country in its feel. Today I’m doing a 180 and going bright and bold!  I pulled out some of the other stamps in the set and went to work. Thanks to some paper strips and colored ink pads, this was finished with a little time to spare!

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Time it took to create: 9 minutes 20 seconds

If I had an extra minute, I would have added polka dots on top of the strips….Yes,  sometimes even I run out of time!

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I hope that you can join the DT and I for the current 10 Minute Craft Dash. There’s still 3 more days to get your submissions in for a chance to qualify for that Avery Elle gift certificate!

That’s going to wrap up today’s post. Hope y’all have a fabulous rest of your day!

10 Minute Craft Dash #16

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I’m thrilled that you have stopped by for the new 10 Minute Craft Dash challenge. As I was looking through the previous color palettes {available here}, I noticed I had yet to officially highlight purple. How could this be? A little rearranging and I got this one up on the roster immediately. I have always been a fan of this trio of bold colors and I hope you all will be too!

* If you aren’t able to stay within the 10 minutes, you can still link up your item! While it won’t quality for the winner spot, it still could qualify as a favorites pick!

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Now onto the great prize! I’m so thrilled to announce that Avery Elle is returning as a sponsor for the 10 Minute Craft Dash. The winner of this challenge will win a $20 gift certificate to their website and boy, they have lots of cute goodies! I recently purchased some of their storage pouches and they are amazing!

cd_16_gcNot only do we have a fab prize, we also have the owner of Avery Elle joining along in this challenge. Be sure to stop by their blog and check out Jamie’s creation!

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How to Play

  1. Create a card/craft project within 10 minutes featuring the color palette.
  2. Post the time it took to create.
  3. Be sure to include the challenge graphic in your post and link to the challenge.
  4. You may combine a total of three challenges with your entry. You may enter the challenge a maximum of two times.
  5. Subscribe to Pretty Pink Posh via Email

You can pull out your supplies before your timer starts!

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Sequin Butterfly + Surprises

I have a little surprise for you all…..I filmed a new 10 Minute Craft Dash video this week! Two videos posted within a week is definitely not something that happens often here. With the pretty color palette and my infatuation with sequins lately, I was inspired to show you how I combined them onto a sweet and simple card. In case you missed the colors for this week, here is the graphic again. CD_15_long

You may have seen me do this technique on a card before {post here}. I wanted to show you how EASY it is to do this and also be a little ambitious and see if I could pull if off for a Craft Dash challenge. Do you think I was able to pull it off? You’ll have to watch the video to see!

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Feel free to view the video below or on the Pretty Pink Posh YouTube channel

It’s been quite a while since I had a crafty session with friends- I’m talking like over a year- so I thought it was time to fix this. A quick text to Ginny {the person who started the Craft Dash challenges with me} and we arranged to have a day of crafting  on Saturday. After a tweet, some texts and a little coxing, I got my bestie to join us as well. There were laughs, food, craft supplies scattered about and music going for ten hours straight. Here’s a glimpse into my craft studio and a little peek into our night….

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I have one last surprise for you… I filmed Ginny creating for the current 10 Minute Craft Dash! She’s such a pro at crafting quickly- I think you guys will be impressed. {I apologize in advance- I didn’t realized I laughed so much in the video!}

Thanks for stopping in and always being so encouraging. I’ll be back tomorrow with a guest designer post- hope to see you then!