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Apply Now: Secret Stashbusting Packages!

4 April 2011 2,694 views 25 Comments

by heather

Last year, I hosted a super secret stashbusting challenge where I sent ten packages of supplies from my stash to readers who agreed to make stuff with it. The crafters didn't know who they were until they received the package. Guess what, this month we're celebrating Stashbusting again, and I'm going to put 10 packages together again this year!

>>TO APPLY: you must fill out this form<<

The stash

I went through my boxes of dollar store crafting goodness, and I was able to separate out TWO LAUNDRY BASKETS full of stuff! Most of the stuff I pulled out was not your typical craft supply stuff: things like dollar store coat hooks and placemats, as well as a lot of other dollar store goodies. I'll be putting together ten USPS medium flat rate boxes crammed full of dollar store stash items. I also asked some of my craft supply company pals to send me a few craft supply goodies to help round out the boxes, so I will be including goodies from:

The sponsors

These fine companies and individuals have provided complimentary craft supplies for each secret stashbusting package. I'll post more about their contributions (and what's in the packages) later this week!

Westcott Brand -- Westcott Facebook Page

Designer Marisa Pawelko - Modern Surrealist

Creative Hands - Creative Hands Facebook Page

Plaid - Plaid Facebook Page

I want to invite you to apply to be one of the lucky 10 secret stashbusters! Last year we had over 300 applicants from 11 countries.

Become a Secret Stashbuster:

Apply to be a secret stashbuster here: Secret Stashbuster Application
Be willing to create at least one craft with your stash box by April 22nd
Be able to photograph your project and write about it (tutorials are a bonus!)
You have until Thursday, April 7th, 2011 to apply. I'll be sending packages out on the 8th!

Check out last year's posts:

>>Apply to be a secret stashbuster here!<<

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25 Comments »

Catherine said:

LOVE Dollar Store Crafts. This site is full of awesome ideas that I enjoy with me kids!!

Thank you!!

# 4 April 2011 at 3:14 pm

Lana said:

for my grandkids

# 4 April 2011 at 3:32 pm

J. Hill said:

I think you have 2 “http”s in your first entry form link.

# 4 April 2011 at 3:58 pm

Jennifer S said:

Thanks! I applied, but wanted to let you know the link to your Google form is wrong. It should be:

https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dHlUQlNfYXJCZ2VacVdpSTFnaTZ6eFE6MA#gid=0

There’s an extra http in the beginning which has to be deleted.

# 4 April 2011 at 3:59 pm

McKell Jensen said:

Oh I would LOVE to win :)

# 4 April 2011 at 4:05 pm

heather (author) said:

Thanks Jennifer! I fixed it. Hate it when that happens! :)

# 4 April 2011 at 4:17 pm

Jenn Erickson/Rook No. 17 said:

What a great idea! I’m definitely submitting my application!

# 4 April 2011 at 5:02 pm

Nidhi said:

Sweet way to stashbust!

# 4 April 2011 at 5:35 pm

Kelly H said:

So glad you’re doing this!!! Sounds like fun. :)

# 4 April 2011 at 6:10 pm

irene g said:

Would love so much to do this- I am creative, can take great pictures and can write about my creation with a tutorial. I am on face book but do not have a blog. I’m sure this is something you would prefer- my question is – should I still enter?

# 4 April 2011 at 8:41 pm

heather (author) said:

@irene, as long as you can take pics & write about your project, feel free to enter!

# 4 April 2011 at 8:45 pm

Michelle L. said:

I was the LUCKY LUCKY recipient of one of Heather’s packages last year. It got me started blogging, and it was sooooo much fun! Everybody enter this – your brain will be stimulated and your little crafty fingers will be itching the second you see what goodies she sent!

# 4 April 2011 at 11:01 pm

irene g said:

Thanks Heather- will do!

# 5 April 2011 at 8:10 am

Ann Marie said:

Oh, I’m totally up for the challenge. Getting my gears turning already, I promise I’ll make you proud! ;)

# 5 April 2011 at 10:41 am

Sandra Evans said:

Just entered but need to ask how much of the supplies do you have to use to make your item??
Angel Hugs and thank you for Sharing all of this with us.
Sandi

# 5 April 2011 at 9:01 pm