We have two huge announcements today that we’re super thrilled to tell you about! First, Craftershock & Awe is finally here! You may remember a while back we announced this fancy contest of ours, but if not, here’s how it works: We will supply you with a theme and a list of craft supplies, and it’s up to you to create your best craft, creatively representing the theme and using only the listed supplies. You don’t have to use all of the listed supplies, but you cannot use anything that isn’t listed! The winner will get a very special prize — more on that in a minute. But first, without further ado, we proudly present…

Theme: These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things

Supplies:
» 10 buttons
» 1 spool of ribbon
» 5 colors of fabric paint
» 3 fabric squares of any color or pattern (each square no larger than 36″ x 36″)
» 1 wild card supply of your choice
» needle/thread
» scissors
» glue

Deadline: Friday, July 25, 2008.

Winner Announced: Friday, August 1, 2008.

Prize: Winner will be featured in the very first issue of…

That’s right, folks! We’re so excited to announce the launch of Craftershock Magazine!!! Inside, you’ll find even more crafty goodness including tutorials, templates, showcases, and craft resources not found on the site! The first issue will be available in August and will feature a special showcase of July’s Craftershock & Awe winner.

How to enter: First, download the Craftershock & Awe entry form (PDF). Email completed entry form and 3-5 photos of your finished craft to showcasethis@craftershock.com by July 25 11:59pm EST.

Good luck!