Westcott Brand Friend- Ann Butler Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Interchangeable Headband


by Ann Butler

Starting Bid $10

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Up for auction is a  Changeable Headband created using Westcott Brand® Titanium Bonded Non Stick Scissors, Velcro Brand Fasteners, Duck Brand Tape and the Sizzix Fresh Vintage Fringe Flower.

Easily match several outfits with this easy to change headband.

About the Artist:


Ann is a Freelance Mixed Media  Artist, Designer and Instructor for the Creative Industries.  Ann works with a wide variety of mediums and loves to incorporate them together in her design work.  Her designs have been showcased in books, magazines, booklets, manufacturer tradeshow booths and websites.  She has demonstrated and taught classes of every kind for the past 20 years through stores, trades shows and her studio.  She teaches online classes at Creative Workshops (http://creativeworkshops.ning.com/) and is a regular guest for Cool2Craft (www.cool2craft.com) .


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Starting Bid $10

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Auction ends November 3, 2011

Embellish Creative Designs winner!

WINNER WINNER WINNER!!!!

The winner of the giveaway from Becky Launder of Embellish Creative Designs is commentor #4!

huntla1 said...

Cute project and not too difficult either!

Congratulations!  Please forward your information to me at nubia@charitywings.org

Today's Featured Artist Becky Lee Launder

Becky's awesome tutorial and giveaway got pushed down because of the Westcott Auction so please click here to see all the creativity and leave a comment to be entered to win!

or click on the picture to be magically transported !

Westcott Brand and Friends Auction for Breast Cancer Research!

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Handmade Auction for Charity!

Charity Wings is proud to facilitate an auction of "One of a Kind" Creations by the Designer Crafts Connection!!!  Featuring Creative PINK Project Ideas with proceeds benefiting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Click on the name below to see the amazing donated art and bid!! 

Marisa Pawelko- Interchangeable Rearview Mirror Dice

Sue Eldred- 3x5 Book for sticky note pads

Cindi Bisson- Garden of Hope Mixed Media Canvas

Michelle Cummings- Handmade tote, journal and accesories

Laura Bray- Felt Rose and Vintage button Cuff Bracelet 

Terre Fry- Banner of Hope
Jennifer Priest- "Divalicious" 6x12 mini album
Veronica Goff- Victory Necklace & Earring Set
Kerry "Kid Giddy"-Think Pink Flap Handbag
Madeline Arendt- Three Innovative Upcycled Items
Ann Butler-  Interchangeable Headband

All of these items are one of a kind and made with love. Auction ends November 3, 2011.

Place your bid by leaving a comment and your contact information.

Thanks for your support!

Westcott Brand Friend- Kid Giddy Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Think Pink Flap Handbag


by Kerry "Kid Giddy"

Starting Bid $10

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Think Pink flap handbag 


This stylish Think Pink flap handbag is made with only The Duct Brand® Decorator Tape Rolls, and Velcro USA® Sticky Back Hook and Loop Fasteners with the use of WESTCOTT BRAND® Cutting Tools. There is no hot glue, or other adhesives, can carry upwards of 5 lbs inside, maybe more and still hold it's construction. The Duct Brand® Duct Tape rosettes are adhered with the use of velcro tabs and can be rearranged to your preference. The front flap is secured with velcro as well.

About the Artist:


Kerry "Kid Giddy" is more often than not, a sewing enthusiast and pattern designer. She has been frequently published in Crafts 'n things magazine, and will be published in the Jan 2012 Winter issue of Stuffed. Earlier this year she was fortunate enough to design 5 sewing patterns for the Anna Griffin fabric collections. She lives in Southern Maine with my graphic designer husband and 2 crafty daughters.


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Starting Bid $10

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Westcott Brand Friend- Veronica Goff Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Victory! Necklace & Earring set


by Veronica Goff

Starting Bid $10

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Victory! Necklace & Earring set

Created with WESTCOTT BRAND® Cutting Tools, The Duct Brand® Decorator Tape Rolls, and Velcro USA® Sticky Back Hook and Loop Fasteners with little wooden rounds......the necklace came alive as if shouting Victory!  The ribbon is adjustable and removable should you like a darker pink ribbon instead.  The lovely crackle pink beads add sparkle as do the rhinestones.  The pearls add a softness to match the ribbon

About the Artist:


Veronica Goff is a Design Member of CHA, and contanstly put to the test.  Challenges are welcome anytime!  She is a jewelry designer, photographer,  mixed media artist and a book maker, an instructor and creates anything that makes her feel alive and puts a smile on someone else's face. 


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Starting Bid $10

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Auction ends November 3, 2011

Westcott Brand Friend- Madeline Arendt Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Three Innovative Upcycled Items

by Madeline Arendt

Starting Bid $10

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Three upcycled items-
These projects using the products from WESTCOTT BRAND® Cutting Tools, The Duct Brand® Decorator Tape Rolls, and Velcro USA® Sticky Back Hook and Loop Fasteners, were created with the idea of reusing and restyling items available and making easy but useful items that are appealing.  

Pink Animal Print Bag  - An extra bag to carry for shopping that may be PINK but it's also "green".

Child Travel Mat & Bag  -  A one of a kind accessories for that stylish little girl.

Craft Box & Craft Mat - Make the creative work space for a child a little bright and colorful with these .

About the Artist:


Madeline Arendt has been working as a free-lance designer for over ten years. She is someone who has enjoyed creating  in all areas, like sewing, home decor, paper crafting and mixed media.  Author of  "Altered Art for the first time".  She has also published designs in various crafting magazines, and taught classes at industry shows and stores. She is always willing to learn new techniques and experiment with old and new products.  


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Starting Bid $10

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Auction ends November 3, 2011

Westcott Brand Friend- Jennifer Priest Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Divalicious 6x12 mini album


by Jennifer Priest

Starting Bid $10

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Divalicious 6x12 Mini Album. 
"Divalicious" features bling, shoes, purses, and all things diva! Sweet pink, white, cream, and black details are featured on the 12 inner pages of this mini (14 pages including covers). This book is perfect for your little diva's adventures, shopping trips with girlfriends, or anything divalicious!

About the artist: 

Jennifer Priest -Jennifer Priest has been involved in the papercrafting community for over 12 years, teaching classes at events, charity crops, and local retailers as well as online. A love of sharing, a passion for teaching, and a happy, whimsical design style drive Jennifer's creative endeavors and characterize her work. When she's not papercrafting, Jennifer enjoys gardening, visiting local crafts fairs, watching reality shows on Bravo, and taking touristy day trips around California with her family. Jennifer is also an Army veteran, volunteer for local charities, and a dedicated mom & wife.http://hydrangeahippo.com


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Starting Bid $10

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Auction ends November 3, 2011

Westcott Brand and Friends Auction for Breast Cancer Research!

Click here to join the blog hop and see all the great projects and ideas! 

Handmade Auction for Charity!

Charity Wings is proud to facilitate an auction of "One of a Kind" Creations by the Designer Crafts Connection!!!  Featuring Creative PINK Project Ideas with proceeds benefiting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Click on the name below to see the amazing donated art and bid!! 

Marisa Pawelko- Interchangeable Rearview Mirror Dice

Sue Eldred- 3x5 Book for sticky note pads

Cindi Bisson- Garden of Hope Mixed Media Canvas

Michelle Cummings- Handmade tote, journal and accesories

Laura Bray- Felt Rose and Vintage button Cuff Bracelet 

Terre Fry- Banner of Hope
Jennifer Priest- "Divalicious" 6x12 mini album
Veronica Goff- Victory Necklace & Earring Set
Kerry "Kid Giddy"-Think Pink Flap Handbag
Madeline Arendt- Three Innovative Upcycled Items
Ann Butler-  Interchangeable Headband

All of these items are one of a kind a made with love. Auction ends November 3, 2011.

Place your bid by leaving a comment and your contact information.

Thanks for your support!

Westcott Brand Friend- Cindi Bisson Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Garden of Hope Mixed Media Canvas


by Cindi Bisson




Starting Bid $10

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Garden of Hope Mixed Media Canvas-


"PINK stands proud in the Garden of Hope"This mixed-media canvas art celebrates all that PINK stands for as we enter Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the never-ending importance of always having HOPE.   A blue sky was created with shades of blue Plaid Martha Stewart paints in Satin, Pearl, and Glitter.   Floral patterned paper from the BFF Collection by TaDa Creative Studios cut with Westcott Brand® Cutting Tools. and serves as the background for this Garden of Hope.   The title lettering was cut from pink  Duck Brand® Duct Tape and mounted to a gold  Duck Brand® Duct Tape border.  The “P” was wrapped with Hello Kitty, pink Zebra and solid pink Duck Brand® Duct Tape .   A Clover Kansashi Flower maker and Clover Flower Frill maker flower were used to create the 3 large dimensional flowers, all embellished with Blumenthal Lansing buttons.  Additional Blumenthal Lansing buttons, paper and fabric flowers are finishing accents.    All items adhered with Elmer’s Craft Bond Adhesives. 

About the artist: 

Cindi Bisson- specializes in creative design with a focus on unique combinations of mixed-media. Her wearable art, home-decor, paper crafts and upcycled projects have been featured in books and magazines, at events and trade shows, and online in craft TV programs. Cindi is a CHA designer member.  

Click here to join the blog hop and learn more about her experience, and the many creative services she has to offer.  If you are looking for an artist who “dares to be different” - you’ll find her BEHIND THESE EYES...

Starting Bid $10

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Westcott Brand Friend- Marisa Pawelko Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Interchangeable Rearview Mirror Dice
by Marisa Pawelko


Starting Bid $10

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Interchangeable Rearview Mirror Dice-


Show your support for breast cancer awareness by bidding on this original 18 piece boxed gift set of Interchangeable Rearview Mirror Dice!!! Great for proudly supporting breast cancer awareness on the road whether you are tooling around town or driving cross country!!! Lovingly hand crafted by Modern Surrealist Marisa Pawelko with Westcott Brand® Cutting Tools. Featuring materials by VELCRO® Brand Fasteners, The Duck Brand® Duct Tape and Floracraft Make It Fun Styrofoam Cubes!!!

About the artist:

Meet creative craft guru Marisa Pawelko, founder of Modern Surrealist, and

winner of the Craft & Hobby Association’s Indie Craft and Crafty Couture Awards!

Marisa’s work has been featured by HGTV, PBS, The Illinois State Museum and in

countless exhibitions and high end boutiques around the world! She’s also the

designer behind the breakthrough licensed line of Modern Surrealist Scissor

Holsters manufactured exclusively by Westcott Brand

To learn more about Marisa’s creative projects and events  and to join the blog hop click here.

Starting Bid $10

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Westcott Brand Friend- Michelle Cummings Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Felt Tote, Inspirational Journal and accessories
by Michelle Cummings

Starting Bid $10

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Sewn felt tote- with a pocket inside for pens. One hope inspiration journal, bookmark, 3 decorated clothes pins, 1 sparkly head band, 1 flower hair clip, 1 rose pony tail holder, and 1 rose Hello Kitty pen.


About the artist:

Michelle Frae Cummings is a self taught mixed media artist. She enjoys trying new products and creating items, hoping to inspire others. Michelle lives in Southern California with her husband Brian and 7 year old son, Dyllan.

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Starting Bid $10

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Westcott Brand Friend- Sue Eldred Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

3x5 Book for sticky note pads

Starting Bid $5
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3" x 5" hard covered book with gold Shurtech Duck Tape® cut with Westcott Brand® titanium non-stick scissors spine and fabric brad VELCRO® Brand Fasteners. closer.  Inside it has a replaceable 3" x 5" sticky note pad.  

About the artist:
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Westcott Brand Friend- Laura Bray Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Blue Rose Cuff Bracelet
by Laura Bray

Starting Bid $5

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Blue Rose Cuff Bracelet-No one will know this stunning cuff is made from The Shurtech Duck Brand®Patterned Duct Tape Rolls!  The duct tape cuff bracelet is lined with felt for maximum comfort.  The blue rose embellishment is handmade by Laura Bray using felt and a vintage button.  It is truly a unique piece of wearable art!

   

About the artist:

Laura Bray is a designer, writer and lifestyle expert.  She inspires creative women to live a life of balance & simplicity by sharing her modern twist on traditional home arts.  Whether you stitch, cook, are raising children or just want to be a better housekeeper, you are sure to find great tips and tutorials on her blog at www.katydiddys.blogspot.com

Starting Bid $5

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Westcott Brand Friend- Terre Fry Handmade Auction

Blog Hop and Auction to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Banner of Hope
by Terre Fry

Starting Bid $10

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Banner of Hope –
 this banner of hope was created using several of the Westcott Brand® and Shurtech Duck Tape®  sheets and has interchangeable messages affixed withVELCRO® Brand Fasteners. Pray for a Cure, Fight Like a Girl and Have faith, all strong words to someone fighting this disease.

About the artist:

Terre Fry – Although my creative resume isn’t truly long, I have been creating all my life. I enjoy all types of crafting but my true passion is scrapbooking and altered art, I am a wife, mother and nanna and have been married for almost 23 years. I always look at my cup as being half full rather than half empty and I always find time to help someone new to this creative journey as I remember being there myself.


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Starting Bid $10

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Auction ends November 3, 2011