We have not had a WHIPLASH here at whipup for a couple of months. I am really happy to be bringing it back. For those who are unsure what this is - a recap:

whipup whiplash competition…

A daring venture into organised making across the world - a theme to inspire, a short time frame, a prize (or two).

our definition of whiplash “sudden involuntary forced movement in any direction, and the resultant rebound in the opposite direction”

In the past we have had a mini quilt theme - which was so very popular: here is one of the entries

Redwork in Germany

We have had recycled crafts - one of the entries included:

felting dog by mamaquilla

We have had gifts and decorations: one of the entries was

ruby crowned kinglet with her suede reindeer

one of the most controversial topics was alt crafts: never in my wildest dreams thought it would spark so much heated debate. I certainly didn’t think that Alt Crafting would be so controversial. It seems some people think they are lacking an ‘alterna craft’ gene, or think that Alt Craft is too abstract or too elitist, while others thought that Alt Craft means subversive and rebellious and are not interested in turning their craft into a political statement. While some appreciate being pushed into new directions and into thinking about the materials they are using, others are just happy doing what they always do. One of the entries was:

brain smatter with her Knitted, steeked and felted rocket.

and this time last year we had accessories as the theme - one of the entries was:

greeting arts - felted thimbles

Also check out wardrobe surgery theme and the hats theme.

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