Hello dear poets!
This contest is for those who have not won a Gold trophy yet. Although it is suppose to be anonymous, I'll need the link to your author's page for verification, please
Contest Rules:
This contest must include at least 4 colors or textures of the poetic
tool box provided for you below this criteria:
Each must reflect a personal attribute or distinction of
your personality. It can be positive or negative, but should conclude
with an honest assessment.
erotica (excluding sensuous or romantic)
crazy lettering
profanity
Okay to street lingo as long as it is tastefully
and not wastefully used.
No more than 20-30 lines, please. I will make an exception
if your poem actually 'needs' to be longer, at which time I have
the right to determine that. 
Tips:
Use the colors/textures succinctly but descriptively strong! That is what I'm looking for.
~ Stay away from cliché or trite phrases unless they are used in a fresh way.
Place which box you've used in your Author's Notes:
Color Box or Texture Box. If you use both, you must also indicate that.
Colors:White,Red,Lavender,Aqua
Textures:burlap, satin ,chiffon, cashmere
Have fun, but make sure you do the editing if it is suggested. This is
for GOLD, so write as if you will win it.
Thank you! I wish you the best!
Dianne the Cookie
This contest is for those who have not won a Gold trophy yet. Although it is suppose to be anonymous, I'll need the link to your author's page for verification, please
Contest Rules:
This contest must include at least 4 colors or textures of the poetic
tool box provided for you below this criteria:
Each must reflect a personal attribute or distinction of
your personality. It can be positive or negative, but should conclude
with an honest assessment.
erotica (excluding sensuous or romantic)
crazy lettering
profanity
Okay to street lingo as long as it is tastefully
and not wastefully used.
No more than 20-30 lines, please. I will make an exception
if your poem actually 'needs' to be longer, at which time I have
the right to determine that.
Tips:
Use the colors/textures succinctly but descriptively strong! That is what I'm looking for.
~ Stay away from cliché or trite phrases unless they are used in a fresh way.
Place which box you've used in your Author's Notes:
Color Box or Texture Box. If you use both, you must also indicate that.
Colors:White,Red,Lavender,Aqua
Textures:burlap, satin ,chiffon, cashmere
Have fun, but make sure you do the editing if it is suggested. This is
for GOLD, so write as if you will win it.
Thank you! I wish you the best!
Dianne the Cookie
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on November 25, 2008
- Rewards: Gold: 450, Silver: 150, Bronze: 90, Honorable mention: 3 people
- Final notes: Hello all entrants of this contest. Sorry for the long wait on this .
I was impressed how nearly each entry shows poetic ability of the author.
I do not apologize that I am particular and had hoped that some would strive for the narrow door of excellence.
However, due to the length of some and omission of using the criteria, I had to give up the ones I would have chosen! Some poems said too much with lots of filler words and florals which does not always improve the piece. Minimalizing is best. Even the ones who won the trophies still could use some shining up.
Don’t stop trying contests that expect a lot from you. That is
how I went to a higher rung, and I still try.
Thanks and bless each of you as you continue to polish your work!
Contest Winners
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She is of a speculative nature,
Believes in happiness,• Commented on by judge. [remove] -
Shafts of light filtered though the pool
The cool, soothing aqua water broke in ripples over her strong shoulders• Commented on by judge. [remove] -
lavender bushes are blooming here
beneath an enormousby intoothandclaw 28 lines, 7 comments, on Oct 24 9:43 PM 2008. In Personal, Allegory, Original form, Nature, Dark, Symbolism
Bronze trophy winner
• Commented on by judge. [remove]
Gold trophy winner
Silver trophy winner
Honorable mention
Entries [18]
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One day I found an old quilt,
Draped over my banester of the porch.• Commented on by judge. -
This is LAME, but read it if you want.
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I am colourful and bright
Or ‘was’ in a better tenseby fluffatron69 19 lines, 3 comments, on Oct 19 2:52 PM 2008. In My life, My own style, Lost in thought, Personal, Thoughts, Life, Contest• Commented on by judge. -
• Commented on by judge.
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Im a burning flame
in a cold desert.by Why so serious 23 lines, 3 comments, on Nov 7 10:11 AM 2008• Commented on by judge. -
I hate brand new shoes,
uncomfortable, a tacky whiteby Between My Ears 23 lines, 2 comments, on Nov 9 12:39 PM 2008• Commented on by judge. -
White blends into aqua in my eyes,
Which open into a red heart.by Soul Sonata 28 lines, 6 comments, on Nov 9 11:15 PM 2008• Commented on by judge. -
Frozen in the wintery escapade of a snow globe,
Enclosed in the midst of a thousand falling piecesby seclusion 19 lines, 4 comments, on Nov 16 7:43 AM 2008• Commented on by judge.
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got a gold
darn cant do this one oh well
good luck on your contest
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Maybe next time, dear poet.
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k ill look forward to it ^-^
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What a lovely idea for a contest! Doing this is so like you.
~ Joyce
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You're too kind. You know my heart.
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now there's a challenge!
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Just cos I'm not used to these kinda competitions...
The tool box, does this mean I can ONLY use the colours/textures you've set out for us??
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Do not be silly. Not a dumb question at all.
Of course you can use other colors, fabrics, but the ones listed MUST be used or INCLUDED in the poem.
That is the challenge.
C'mon. Spin our heads with lots of good ones!
Thank you for asking.
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Great idea for a contest Sis'. Bookmarlked!
I hope you are wellm and life is most pleasent to you and yours.
Always ♥
Renee
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How to enter
Is this contest closed? I am new to this and can not figure out how to enter -
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Hi there!
To enter go right beneath the rules/criteria where it says, "Enter This Contest". Click 'new poem'.
If you need any other help, please let me know!
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Wow. This is a very pretty background. Did you make it yourself?! I've already won a gold. Can't do this one! Sigh. But great contest though!
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