LLyn M. Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 I'm all for "Flinging" this year...and I love Selkies idea of an arts and crafts bungalow. I will wait for Dean's announcement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rackey Posted March 22, 2014 Author Share Posted March 22, 2014 I think the Spring Fling should begin in the early spring - like today. I really like the idea of submitting previous Spring Fling projects that were never finished or weren't entered previously, as that would take the pressure off of Greenleaf to create something new by this yearly deadline. If Greenleaf doesn't have a new product ready in time and doesn't want to judge previously released spring fling kits, then I love the idea of an Anything Goes project. However, it should have some specifications, otherwise we could have 9 room dollhouses competing with 2 room cottages, stores, barns, furniture pieces, etc. It must be hard enough to judge these contests when the entries all have a similar starting point, but comparing "apples" to "oranges" would be even harder, and that may have been part of problem with the previous Anything Goes contest. I, myself, don't think of the Spring Fling as a contest, however, but rather a display of creativity and originality. I believe, from what I've read and seen, the overwhelming vast majority feel the same way, and for many, I sense the challange of a deadline is a major motivation. But while the placement of this contest is a far second to the overall joy this contest produces, I would really like to see a People's Choice award this year. (If I say it enough times, I am hoping it will become a reality.) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxxie2 Posted March 22, 2014 Share Posted March 22, 2014 Yes yes a little cottage like the Buttercup!!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minsanity Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I agree - No need to wait!! Start a Buttercup contest today!! While I don't participate I would love to see you all work on them!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rackey Posted March 24, 2014 Author Share Posted March 24, 2014 Hey Dean, or Greenleaf site managers, or whomever the angels put in charge of processing my wishes this week, if you don't have a new Spring Fling project to launch, can we have an official Buttercup contest? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thelittlethings Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 That's a great idea! And that way people who want to do 1:24 can also participate! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tappy Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I didn't realize there was drama over the Anything Goes...just remember the cool items people submitted... Thanks for posting the link on the HBS Buttercup contest...I too have issues browsing their site... So, still no word or hint yet?!...Isn't there usually some sort of hint or chatter?... Tappy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rackey Posted March 24, 2014 Author Share Posted March 24, 2014 The troops are getting restless. They are hungry for some news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthrogirl Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 just chiming in to say that I'd love a buttercup contest too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgansmith Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 My first choice, by far, is a new fling, as always. If for any reason GL is considering no fling, a fling using an existing kit would be wonderful. Buttercup is good but I like the idea of any kit offered in 1" & Half Scale as being the fling kit. It would satisfy the half scale crowd (can everyone hear 'me, me, me' being screamed loudly in Oregon?) And it would be economical for GL. A PERFECT compromise I would LOVE to see is a special edition of one of the houses offered in both scales with changes to something that would make it specific as a 2014 Fling. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 Here is my plea - If they are NOT having it this year, PLEASE tell us ASAP so we can move on to other plans and not keep saving space in our schedules for the SF build. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alamom Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 In the past, the Spring Fling was hinted at if not released, at the end of March. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthrogirl Posted March 25, 2014 Share Posted March 25, 2014 In the past, the Spring Fling was hinted at if not released, at the end of March. Hopefully we'll hear something soon then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane S Posted March 26, 2014 Share Posted March 26, 2014 Since last year was my first fling, I don't know if they ever did a half scale..but I would love to work on something small.. They would keep the cost down by producing a smaller footprint build, and could even use it as a new type of fling maybe bring more people into the fold and certainly utilize a already produced pattern like a simplified buttercup...no trim..They could call it little fling or tiny fling thing or littlest fling yet... You see where I am going with this....I want a.... Little Spring Fling.... thing... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgansmith Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Since last year was my first fling, I don't know if they ever did a half scale..but I would love to work on something small.. They would keep the cost down by producing a smaller footprint build, and could even use it as a new type of fling maybe bring more people into the fold and certainly utilize a already produced pattern like a simplified buttercup...no trim..They could call it little fling or tiny fling thing or littlest fling yet... You see where I am going with this....I want a.... Little Spring Fling.... thing... Annie's Lobster Shack would be the small structure fling. The Heart Arbor the first year was a small project. But...I want a half scale or another tiny structure too. Please??? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pin1056 Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 I'm just back after a long absence and a Spring Fling is just what I need to get some motivation...whatever it is will be exciting woohoooo bring it on!!! lol Linda xxx 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgansmith Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 I'm just back after a long absence and a Spring Fling is just what I need to get some motivation...whatever it is will be exciting woohoooo bring it on!!! lol Linda xxx Funny...I almost mentioned this in your 'Honey, I'm Home' post. Yea! We have another Flinger! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 For all y'all who want 1:24, remember Kathie's houseboat? Make it part of your challenge to make the kit 1:24 if it is 1:12. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Holly, I think the 1:24 fans are more interested in the smaller footprint of a 1:24 house for its space conserving characteristic. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Holly, I think the 1:24 fans are more interested in the smaller footprint of a 1:24 house for its space conserving characteristic. True. Maybe a kit that could offer both options? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalesq Posted March 27, 2014 Share Posted March 27, 2014 Holly, I think the 1:24 fans are more interested in the smaller footprint of a 1:24 house for its space conserving characteristic. So true, Kathie! I have admired some of the clever ways you and others have converted one inch to half inch, but the foot print is a real issue (at least for me) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheckMouse Posted March 28, 2014 Share Posted March 28, 2014 Anyone for the 1:144 kit? That's what I would like for the Spring Fling. But since GL doesn't even make one that size it's not too likely I'm seriously running out of room for houses, and I am now about to start a room box. But I have one shelf left where I can put that. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthrogirl Posted March 28, 2014 Share Posted March 28, 2014 Anyone for the 1:144 kit? That's what I would like for the Spring Fling. But since GL doesn't even make one that size it's not too likely I'm seriously running out of room for houses, and I am now about to start a room box. But I have one shelf left where I can put that. that could be neat! I think a 1:48 scale would be fun also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacey6163 Posted March 28, 2014 Share Posted March 28, 2014 Any fling news would be awesome !! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rackey Posted March 28, 2014 Author Share Posted March 28, 2014 Anyone for the 1:144 kit? That's what I would like for the Spring Fling. But since GL doesn't even make one that size it's not too likely I'm seriously running out of room for houses, and I am now about to start a room box. But I have one shelf left where I can put that. I think you might lose some people with the 1:144 kit, as that is too small for some people to see, much less work with. I think the quarter scale is small enough. Along the line of suggestions already posted, I think a good idea would be to have a theme - such as a cottage, mini store, boat or shore theme, etc. where people can buy kits of any scale and/or build something from scratch - anything as long as it fits the theme. The only problem with that is that Greenleaf won't be able to launch a new kit with the name of the winner's project (especially if someone purchases a small scale model from another manufacturer). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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