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Announcing the Animals by Air Design Challenge Winners

May 31, 2018

Hummingbird by melarmstrongdesign

From birdwatching and beekeeping, to barn owls, bats and butterflies, we’re celebrating all winged creatures in this week’s Animals by Air design challenge. Soaring to great heights is grand prize winner melarmstrongdesign, who will be receiving a $200 Spoonflower credit for her stunning design, Hummingbird. Let’s hear it for second place (katerhees) and third place (vo_aka_virginiao) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. Once you’ve picked out your feathered favorites from the top ten, browse our summer-time DIYs for the perfect craft-cation this summer.

1. 368 votes for Hummingbird by melarmstrongdesign
2. 328 votes for Birdy birdy in the sky, dropped a turdy in my eye. by katerhees
3. 290 votes for Flying Otomi Birds Ole! by vo_aka_virginiao
4. 281 votes for Parrots in the jungle by magicforestory
5. 266 votes for my butterflies by grace_andersson
6. 261 votes for Whooping Cranes – © Lucinda Wei by lucindawei
7. 249 votes for Winter flights by geetanjali
8. 243 votes for Garden Butterflies by sarah_knight
9. 239 votes for Murmuration chalk blue mix by stitchyrichie
10. 227 votes for Golden Summer for Swallows & Magnolias by helenpdesigns [Read more…] about Announcing the Animals by Air Design Challenge Winners

Announcing the Elegant Holiday Limited Color Palette Design Challenge Winners

May 24, 2018

Grand prize winner in the Elegant Holiday Limited Color Palette design challenge: cjldesigns | Spoonflower Blog

Woodland Holiday by cjldesigns

We’re getting a head start on winter party planning with this week’s Elegant Holiday Limited Color Palette design challenge. With so many beautiful designs to inspire a themed party, our glasses are raised to grand prize winner cjldesigns, who will be receiving a $200 Spoonflower credit for her design, Woodland Holiday. Let’s also cheers to second place (vo_aka_virginiao) and third place (heatherdutton) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. Get inspired to host in style with our top ten.

Get the party started by browsing the winning designs on Roostery tablecloths and cocktail napkins. And in case you missed it, these few tips from Cherry Blossom Events will help you plan a sophisticated—and sustainable—soirée.

1. 394 votes for woodland holiday by cjldesigns
2. 345 votes for Holiday in Jewel Tones by vo_aka_virginiao
3. 296 votes for Festive Forest – Burgundy by heatherdutton
4. 278 votes for Elegant Holiday Ornaments by willowbirdstudio
5. 277 votes for Birch Trees by ladyspring
6. 276 votes for Winter birds by svetlana_prikhnenko
7. 273 votes for Pine Cone, Branch and Seed by marketa_stengl
8. 261 votes for paletterestrictedChristmasdark by gaiamarfurt
9. 259 votes for Holiday Woodland by honoluludesign
10. 255 votes for christmas berries by lavendermintgraphics [Read more…] about Announcing the Elegant Holiday Limited Color Palette Design Challenge Winners

Announcing the Marrakesh Design Challenge Winners

May 17, 2018

Moroccan Bazaar by camcreative

A case of wanderlust has us seeing bold color and intricate artistry in this week’s Marrakesh Design Challenge. A trip to Morocco would not be complete without a stroll through the bustling alleyways of the souks and bazaars that offer an enchanting array of handmade rugs, traditional attire and lanterns sold by local artists and vendors. It’s a celebratory occasion for grand prize winner camcreative, who will be receiving a $200 Spoonflower credit for her design, Moroccan Bazaar. Joining us at the party are second place (adenaj) and third place (groovity) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. Feast your eyes in wonderment by visiting the entire top ten.

1. 401 votes for Moroccan bazaar by camcreative
2. 342 votes for Marrakech nights by adenaj
3. 307 votes for The Marrakesh Express by groovity
4. 256 votes for Marrakesh Camel Tours! by vo_aka_virginiao
5. 250 votes for Marrakech Lantern Tiles by zirkus_design
6. 246 votes for Moroccan Vases by emma_heeson_design
7. 230 votes for A Sunny Day in Marrakesh by patterista
8. 228 votes for Marrakesh by julistyle
9. 222 votes for Moroccan bloomy scales by laveroniquedesign
10. 221 votes for Marrakesh gold and blue geometry inspiration by selmacardoso [Read more…] about Announcing the Marrakesh Design Challenge Winners

Announcing the Cycling Design Challenge Winners

May 10, 2018

Ride to the Flower Market by sarah_treu

Did you know May 18 is the official Bike to Work day? To celebrate, we’re kicking off this week’s Cycling Design Challenge with a perfectly pleasant ride into town for a burst of springtime blooms. Join us in recognizing the cheerful work of grand prize winner sarah_treu, who will be receiving a $200 Spoonflower credit for her design, Ride To The Flower Market. It’s a close second place for (gaiamarfurt) and third place (booboo_collective) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. Pedal your way through the entire top ten, but don’t forget your helmet!

1. 387 votes for Ride To The Flower Market by sarah_treu
2. 385 votes for cyclingblue by gaiamarfurt
3. 262 votes for le tour by booboo_collective
4. 247 votes for Cycling by la_fabriken
5. 237 votes for Bike Parts, Cycling Pattern! by elena_o’neill_illustration_
6. 224 votes for Best friends bicycle ride! by sarah_knight
7. 216 votes for Night Ride by vinpauld
8. 212 votes for Cycling on July 4th by julistyle
9. 201 votes for Bicycle Blooms & Birds by honoluludesign
10. 199 votes for Flower delivery by potyautas [Read more…] about Announcing the Cycling Design Challenge Winners

Throw a Dapper Derby Party with These 5 Tips

May 3, 2018

Earlier this year we partnered with the party planning experts at Black Twine during the Off to the Horse Races design challenge to help us find the perfect patterns for a derby inspired party styled by Cherry Blossom Events. After seeing Cherry Blossom’s Earth Day celebration, we knew they’d make the winning designs come to life. See the complete party blueprint here (you’ll find everything you need to recreate the look) and be sure to review our five tips below before you start planning your next celebration.

Announcing the Endangered Animals Design Challenge Winners

May 3, 2018

Announcing the Endangered Species Design Challenge Winner: cjldesigns | Spoonflower Blog

Australian Mountain Pygmy Possum by cjldesigns

People, pesticides and pollution are all factors that can play a role in the extinction of the 16,000+ endangered species in the world. Awareness is the first step towards protecting these animals, so for this week’s Endangered Species design challenge, we’re shining a light on those afflicted by the environmental impacts. In the spirit of that awareness, we’re delighted to celebrate grand prize winner cjldesigns, who will be receiving a $200 Spoonflower credit for her design, Australian Mountain Pygmy Possum. Equal recognition is deserving of second place (kostolom3000) and third place (vo_aka_virginiao) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. As you explore the entire top ten, we hope you’re inspired to learn about these animals and the choices we can all make to help protect wildlife.

1. 386 votes for Australian Mountain Pygmy Possum by cjldesigns
2. 371 votes for Endangered Species. Tropical leaves & disappearing animals by kostolom3000
3. 366 votes for spotted owl by vo_aka_virginiao
4. 335 votes for Pygmy Sloth Island by sarah_knight
5. 308 votes for Save all Species by christinewitte
6. 297 votes for Red Panda Final-01 by juniperr
7. 291 votes for Asian Elephant Paisley Raindrops by honoluludesign
8. 282 votes for Save The Honey Bees – White Linen by fernlesliestudio
9. 278 votes for Blue Whale by sarah_treu
10. 277 votes for Australian Gouldian (Rainbow) Finches by colour_angel_by_kv [Read more…] about Announcing the Endangered Animals Design Challenge Winners

The Weekly Design Challenge Finds a Place in Paradise

April 27, 2018

Last year, we were delighted to partner with our friends at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort for a once-in-a-lifetime design challenge opportunity. Dating back to 1954, Hilton Hawaiian Village has played host to many celebrities, heads of state and presidents. So how did they get connected with Spoonflower? [Read more…] about The Weekly Design Challenge Finds a Place in Paradise

Announcing the Geology Design Challenge Winners

April 26, 2018

Colorful Agates by camcreative

When you peel back the layers, there’s a lot going on beneath our feet. And this week’s Geology Design Challenge was the perfect inspiration to celebrate Earth’s materials, natural resources and the processes that have acted on our dynamic planet over the entire history of time. We’re loving the results of this week’s challenge and are extending an enthusiastic congratulations to grand prize winner camcreative, who will be receiving a $200 Spoonflower credit for her design, Colorful Agates. We’re also thrilled to congratulate second place (aspenartsstudio) and third place (sarah_treu) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. Dig up your favorites in the top ten.

1. 336 votes for Colorful agates by camcreative
2. 316 votes for Geology Macro – Lapis Agates Mineralogy – Large Scale by aspenartsstudio
3. 295 votes for Sedimentary Discovery by sarah_treu
4. 293 votes for blue and green geode by karismithdesigns
5. 288 votes for Deep treasures. Geology. Dinosaurs skulls, crystals, rocks. by kostolom3000
6. 284 votes for rock stacks by cjldesigns
7. 240 votes for Nautilus fossils in sapphire blue by adenaj
8. 237 votes for River Rocks by vo_aka_virginiao
9. 233 votes for Dyed Agate-Ocean Blues by groovity
10. 226 votes for Watercolor Rock Collection by artfully_minded [Read more…] about Announcing the Geology Design Challenge Winners

Announcing May and June’s Design Challenge Themes

April 20, 2018

Can you believe Spoonflower’s very first design challenge was held almost 8 years ago? The daffodils theme challenged the Spoonflower community for the very first time and holli_zollinger’s daffodils_yellow won the hearts of the community as she took home our very first grand prize. Since then, the weekly prompts have made Thursdays our favorite day of the week (after Saturday, of course!). We can’t wait to see what designs make it into the winners’ circle during our May and June challenges.

If this is your very first challenge, don’t forget to review how to submit an entry before you get started and as always, have fun!

Marrakesh | Results Announced May 17

Announcing the Gardening Design Challenge Winners

April 19, 2018

Good Morning Garden by cjldesigns

Spring is here and we’re digging in the dirt to cultivate our green thumb for this week’s Gardening Design Challenge. From urban gardening to backyard raised beds, there’s something for everyone when it comes to adding a dose of greenery to your life—even if you have to leave it to the experts (or in this case, designers). We’re pleased to announce grand prize gardener cjldesigns, who will be receiving a $200 Spoonflower credit for her design, Good Morning Garden. We’re also thrilled to congratulate second place (christinewitte) and third place (heleen_vd_thillart) winners who will be receiving $100 and $50 in Spoonflower credit, respectively. See more botanical favorites by viewing the top ten, they’re sure to become your next perennial favorites!

1. 341 votes for good morning garden by cjldesigns
2. 331 votes for Lush Vintage Garden by christinewitte
3. 281 votes for Greenhouse colorful garden by heleen_vd_thillart
4. 266 votes for How Does Your Garden Grow by heatherdutton
5. 264 votes for The foxy gardener // orange foxes by selmacardoso
6. 256 votes for PINK CHARD by katecruise
7. 253 votes for Heart of a Gardener_Gray Lg by robinpickens
8. 248 votes for Monet’s Garden by sarah_treu
9. 245 votes for Happy gardening by alenkakarabanova
10. 242 votes for A Garden out of control! by kostolom3000 [Read more…] about Announcing the Gardening Design Challenge Winners