Should You Participate?
The short answer is YES!
Whether you're a seasoned artist or just getting started with dioramas, miniatures, painting or sculpture, this challenge is for everyone who wants to create something meaningful — and have fun while doing it!
And remember!
Crafting For Hope isn’t just about winning. It’s about expressing something meaningful, connecting with a community, and helping raise funds for a good cause.
Inspiration and tips
Check out last year's gallery for some inspiration, and take a look at what the judges appreciated last year:
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Entries that told a clear or intriguing story consistently scored high. You don’t need text — let the scene, lighting, posing and composition tell the tale.
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Many favorites created a distinct feeling: cozy, ominous, magical, playful, or eerie. Lighting, color palette, and textures help here!
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Small objects, textures, weathering, and thoughtful color choices often made a big difference — especially when they helped immerse the viewer in the world.
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Avoid blurry shots, dark shadows hiding key elements, or busy backgrounds. A clean photo with a strong composition makes your work shine!
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The highest-rated entries often had something unique — whether it was humor, nostalgia, emotional weight, or just pure weirdness.
How to Participate
Step 1: Create Something
Make a model, diorama, miniature, sculpture or creative build that means something to you — and aligns with the spirit of hope, creativity and personal expression.
Step 2: Share Your Process (Optional)
We’d love to see your journey! Post work-in-progress shots on social media or in our Discord using the hashtag #CraftingForHope2025.
Step 3: DONATE (Optional)
The challenge is free to enter, but it exists to make a real-world difference for children battling cancer.
If you’re able, even a small donation through our fundraiser link would mean a lot.
Step 4: Submit Your Work
Use the Submission Form to upload your entry before the deadline.
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Your Name or Artist Alias (required)
Email Address (required) — only used to contact winners, not shared publicly
Instagram / Social Handle (optional) — if you’d like to be tagged when your work is shared
Title of Your Entry (required)
Category (required)
Diorama
Miniature
Open
Short Description (optional) — feel free to share your inspiration, story, or techniques
Upload 1–5 Images (required) — max 10 MB each
Video Link (optional) — if you’ve documented your process in a YouTube or Instagram video
Final Confirmation (required) — by checking all boxes, you confirm:
Your images may be shared on the website and social media
Your artist name or handle may appear with your work
The work is your own, and you have the right to publish it