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!

craftershock will be taking a mini break for the next couple of days while The craftershock Team goes on vacation! We’ll be back on track on Monday.

Have a craftacular weekend!

Big news — we’ve just added a clothing section to The craftershock Shop! You can find such goodies as organic cotton tees, track jackets, and even tees for your pet!

It’s been over a month since we’ve added a new item to The craftershock Shop (we’re sorry!) so we’re thrilled to finally be getting a chance to stock up again. Today we’re adding a new set of greeting cards to the Paper Goods section of the shop. Take a peek!

(click image to be taken to the shop)

From the mouth of craftershock founder Lindsey Hardee:

” This is how most of my felties are born. An idea pops into my head, I draw out a crude sketch, and just dive right in to cutting and sewing felt. It’s probably not the easiest path from point A to B, but I enjoy the trial and error aspect of the process. This particular feltie is a work in progress, that when completed, will be able to stand up on my nephew’s dresser. I’m still working out the best way to create his feet, which need to support his body… something that seemed easier when I was sketching!”