01. Be part of the BGC Facebook Group

02. Select the current month's challenge below

03. Post your submission by the deadline

04. Celebrate the winners!

how to participate:

The challenge is open to members of ALL skill levels and is a fun way for us to stretch our creativity and try new techniques while having a little friendly competition.

Each month in our BGC Facebook Group, we will have a THEMED Craft Challenge! 

September is national sewing month that was established in 1982 “In recognition of the importance of home sewing to our Nation” as a creative form of self-expression.

This month we want to see YOUR sewing projects!

Please remember that challenges are open to ALL SKILL LEVELS

HOW IT WORKS
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  • Work on your sewing craft from now until Sep 29th, 2022 11:59 EST. 
  • Once you're ready, use the link below to submit your entry. 
  • This month the challenge will be based on VOTES! 
  • Whoever has the most “likes” on their submission will be our winner! 
  • You MUST submit your entry directly via the form below. Entries posted in the FB event will be deleted.

You can participate if you meet the following criteria:

  • OPEN TO BGC MEMBERS: You must be a member of the BGC Facebook group to enter.
  • ACCURACY: Please ensure you are staying on topic. Crafts that are not sewing related will be deleted.
  • TRANSPARENCY: Please be as detailed as possible on how you HANDMADE your craft (supplies, method, tools etc). ONLY handmade items are accepted.
  • IMAGES: Please post (1) high quality and well lit image of your final project.

September Craft Challenge: I'm SEW Crafty

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Calling all 1900’s babies! If you remember having Pen Pals and writing “do you love me'' notes with the check, ''yes or no” box then this challenge is in honor of you!

The May Craft Challenge is all about handmade greeting cards. Let's get back to the basics and use your creativity and penmanship 🙂 to handcraft a note and send it to a loved one.

Create a card using the supplies of your choice, take a pic & share in THIS event. We will randomly pick someone to win a CRICUT EXPLORE 3 + deluxe card pack that will include the all new 2x2 Card Mat that allows you to cut up to 4 cards at once! 

May Craft Challenge: GREETING CARDS

On June 19th, 1865, federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. This action gave way to Juneteenth – also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Liberation Day, and Emancipation Day which is a holiday celebrating the emancipation of African Americans enslaved in the United States.
During this challenge, we want to see how you use your creativity to celebrate OUR freedom holiday!

June Craft Challenge: Juneteenth

July Craft Challenge: Fun in the sun!

“When you can’t find the sunshine, be the sunshine”

We can all use a little more sunshine in our life so this month’s craft challenge is all about FUN IN THE SUN! Challenge yourself to incorporate pastel colors, bright textures or whatever brings YOU a little bit of sunshine!

Here are some fun ideas that will spark your creativity!

  • Summer Wreaths
  • Glitter decorated margarita glasses
  • Spray paint terra color pots with bright pastel colors
  • Customize your own beach tote
  • Learn the art of making paper flowers
  • Find the brightest fabric in your stash and sew a skirt! Put it on and rock out to Break My Soul by Beyonce!

CURRENT CHALLENGE

“My soul is fed with needle & thread”

The winner will win a $50 Gift card to house of mami wata!

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August Craft Challenge: Back to School!

“Education is the key to unlocking the world, a passport to freedom.” — Oprah Winfrey”

Back to school time can mean different things to different people! For parents, it means we get see a decrease in the electricity and grocery bills and no longer have to hear the dreaded phrases “mommmm what’s lunch or “mommmmm i’m bored. For the kiddos, they’re eager to show off their fresh kicks or custom made outfit their creative mom handmade! In any case, it’s a celebration so the month of August is dedicated to Back to School Crafts!

Show us your Back to School crafts detailing how you created your project and you’ll have the chance to win a CRICUT MAKER 3!


Here are some fun ideas that will spark your creativity!

  • Personalized book bags
  • First day of school sign
  • Lunchbox notes
  • Doormat for dorm
  • OPEN WHEN ENVELOPES: filled with positive messages for your little one or college freshman!

we will randomly select a winner to win a cricut maker 3!

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This place for women to come together to share our creations, inspire one another, encourage creativity and CREATE using your favorite craft medium! From cricuts, and sewing machines to glue guns, nail guns and paint brushes, BGC is your online craft oasis!

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