Week 2 of our #Thankful-Makes Challenge has officially wrapped up, and this week brought more heartfelt stories, thoughtful crafts, and creativity filled with gratitude.
From engraved keepsakes to home décor, every project carried a message of thanks, love, and the joy of handmade moments. Thank you all for making this season warmer with your creations.
Participation & Rewards
We received 5 heartwarming creations in Week 2, each crafted with love and thankfulness. 
To celebrate your creativity, we’re delighted to announce:
2 Excellence Prize: each winner will receive a $9.9 Material Bundle for their outstanding designs.
Participation Rewards: all other valid entries (except prize winners) will receive 150 Cheers each as a token of appreciation for sharing your ThankfulMakes.
Now, let’s take a closer look at this week’s Excellence Award winners who brought gratitude to life through their beautiful creations.
Excellence Prize Winner 1: @Judi_B
Idea Studio link: See What I've Been Creating...
Judi’s creation delivers a dose of hilarious honesty that we can all relate to! 
Taking inspiration from a mystery cube and transforming it into this witty design, she perfectly captures the true spirit of family gatherings with love and a wink.
Excellence Prize Winner 2: @Rinsky
Idea Studio link: See What I've Been Creating...
Rinsky’s Thanksgiving plaque brings the warmth of the season to life through the timeless beauty of woodcraft. 
This creation is more than a decoration, it’s a handmade heirloom that captures the authentic spirit of Thanksgiving and the joy of sharing blessings with loved ones.
For prize arrangements, please contact @Jodie directly.
All valid entries that meet the craft standard will receive 150 cheers each (up to 2 entries/week). Participation rewards are only for participants who did not receive material prizes.
Cheers Distribution:
- @BellethehowtoGuru – 150 Cheers
- @Katrina_Moore – 150 Cheers
All Cheers will be automatically added to community accounts.
Thank You for Making the thankful-makes Challenge Special
Your #ThankfulMakes stories have truly inspired us. Each piece reminded us why handmade creations carry so much meaning.
As we wrap up this season of gratitude, we’re excited to invite you to our all-new MerryMakes Challenge👉 🎄 Join #MerryMakes Weekly Challenge! Win an A300 Auto Hat Heat Press! We can’t wait to see what meaningful and festive projects you’ll bring to life next.
