Penpals, Scrapbookers, Postcard Artists and Other Creative Types

[candy_coated_bitch]

Originally Posted by ahk

What-evs!!



But the problem to this was getting it TO nycfem-- so whats the answer to this??

That YOU are the common denominator. You are clearly a mailing vortex.

[ahk]

Originally Posted by candy_coated_bitch

That YOU are the common denominator. You are clearly a mailing vortex.

Nope.
I think its an east coast thing--
Because I don't have any other issues elsewhere.
So there.

Or better yet--

[amiyesiam]

Originally Posted by nycfem

It's the third time because it happened to you twice with the previous project. Maybe there's some sort of allergy occurring

How much stamp money are you putting on it? Can you rep or PM me the name and address that you are sending to? This is not happening with anyone else, and I have such a simple, boring address (not like "the tree at the end of the lane"/"leave beside the briar patch", so it remains baffling to me, and I can't help but think you must be doing something wrong even if that makes no sense either. Like, are you going into a zombie state and writing something on the envelope like: "Fuck you, Mr. Postman! Shove this up your ass!" and so he's laughing and putting it right back in YOUR mailbox. It is just so mysterious and frustrating that I find my mind wandering down avenues that don't even make sense (so to speak).

Do you take it to a post office to be mailed or just do it yourself? Maybe you could take it to a post office to mail it. But whatever you do, please don't check off that I or another agent needs to be present for it to be delivered. The post office I am assigned to pick up things that require a signature from me or from my agent (not the post office I use to mail things which I like) is like a not fun haunted house. It takes years off my life every time I have to go.

The sad part is I really like your snail mail, which is what makes me obsess on why this keeps happening

We got the christmas card we sent to Dark Crystal back, the card from 2011, about 5-6 months ago. After that, nothing surprises me.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Just a reminder: sign ups will be posted Friday at 5PM EST!

As promised, the posting of my project today, Friday Nov. 1st. I am hoping it doesn't get too lost in the wrapping up of the Halloween cards, but I can always repost.

I would like to say first off that I am going to be a strict bitch with this swap. If that is annoying to anyone, you shouldn't sign up.

Here's the concept:

*Inchies are miniature works of art created on a 1 X 1 inch square. Similar idea to an Artist Trading Card, just on a much smaller scale. I make mine on watercolor paper, but you could use cardstock, cardboard, old greeting cards--anything that is a bit sturdy.

*Because of the small scale inchies can be difficult to make. I would like participants to keep this in mind. It doesn't mean if you're a beginner I wouldn't love for you to participate--but just know the small scale is a challenge. But a good one!

*I am going to ask for a requirement that your inchies each have three layers/elements. Obviously, I can't force anyone to do anything, but think ART. Like, a background layer of scrapbook paper or paint would count as one layer. A collage element another layer, and something on top/combined with that as a final layer.

*For example: I usually like to start out with a layer of paint or a collage element as my background. I like using interesting tidbits of magazine pictures as backgrounds a lot. Then depending on what I feel like I might paint something on top of that or add another collage element--maybe one that builds upon the background idea. I also love things like rhinestones, glitter, sequins, etc. to enhance an inchie and give it some texture. So there's three elements. It's not super hard to come up with three layers--but I am putting this requirement because I want everyone to be considerate to their fellow participants and try to make sure everyone is on the same page with how much effort goes into this.

*I HATE when I spend hours thoughtfully creating something and then I get something back that someone has put no thought into. (And no, I am not talking about anyone specific here but I have experienced this in other swaps.) I don't want folks to be intimidated, but please carefully consider the time commitment of this swap before signing up.

*I am limiting this swap to 7 people (including myself). I thought long and hard about this. I know it might seem limiting and unfair to some--but this is going to be a fairly intensive swap and I am NOT NOT NOT negotiating on this. If folks miss out, there are other swaps, we can always do inchies another time, and you just can't have everything you want in life.

*Please create two inchies that are a pair for each of your swap partners. Not exactly the same, but two inchies that play off each other or harmonize in some way. You can make all your inchies the same theme, or make 6 sets, it's up to you. So everyone will be making twelve inchies and receiving twelve back in return.

*Please include some money to help out with postage and packaging, whatever you can afford, maybe $2-$5.

*I am NOT going to take responsibility for coordinating anyone's personal tastes/dislikes/requests. I tried to make the requirements clear, but ask questions if you are confused but, you get what you get in the swap. Sender's choice. If you hate bling--too bad because I'll probably be sending you some LOL.

*I will be posting the sign up list two weeks from now to allow ample opportunity for everyone to see this post, think about it, and then sign up. The sign up will go up Friday, November 15th at 5PM EST. First come, first serve. All's fair in love and pen palling.

*The due date will be two weeks from the sign up--Friday, November 29th. I will get them in the mail that following Monday. It's a relatively quick turn around time but I want to take into account getting the swap done and mailed out well before the holidays get hectic.

*I will repost/remind folks over the next two weeks up until the sign up date.

Happy swapping!

[ahk]

I can't wait....

Originally Posted by candy_coated_bitch

Just a reminder: sign ups will be posted Friday at 5PM EST!

As promised, the posting of my project today, Friday Nov. 1st. I am hoping it doesn't get too lost in the wrapping up of the Halloween cards, but I can always repost.

I would like to say first off that I am going to be a strict bitch with this swap. If that is annoying to anyone, you shouldn't sign up.

Here's the concept:

*Inchies are miniature works of art created on a 1 X 1 inch square. Similar idea to an Artist Trading Card, just on a much smaller scale. I make mine on watercolor paper, but you could use cardstock, cardboard, old greeting cards--anything that is a bit sturdy.

*Because of the small scale inchies can be difficult to make. I would like participants to keep this in mind. It doesn't mean if you're a beginner I wouldn't love for you to participate--but just know the small scale is a challenge. But a good one!

*I am going to ask for a requirement that your inchies each have three layers/elements. Obviously, I can't force anyone to do anything, but think ART. Like, a background layer of scrapbook paper or paint would count as one layer. A collage element another layer, and something on top/combined with that as a final layer.

*For example: I usually like to start out with a layer of paint or a collage element as my background. I like using interesting tidbits of magazine pictures as backgrounds a lot. Then depending on what I feel like I might paint something on top of that or add another collage element--maybe one that builds upon the background idea. I also love things like rhinestones, glitter, sequins, etc. to enhance an inchie and give it some texture. So there's three elements. It's not super hard to come up with three layers--but I am putting this requirement because I want everyone to be considerate to their fellow participants and try to make sure everyone is on the same page with how much effort goes into this.

*I HATE when I spend hours thoughtfully creating something and then I get something back that someone has put no thought into. (And no, I am not talking about anyone specific here but I have experienced this in other swaps.) I don't want folks to be intimidated, but please carefully consider the time commitment of this swap before signing up.

*I am limiting this swap to 7 people (including myself). I thought long and hard about this. I know it might seem limiting and unfair to some--but this is going to be a fairly intensive swap and I am NOT NOT NOT negotiating on this. If folks miss out, there are other swaps, we can always do inchies another time, and you just can't have everything you want in life.

*Please create two inchies that are a pair for each of your swap partners. Not exactly the same, but two inchies that play off each other or harmonize in some way. You can make all your inchies the same theme, or make 6 sets, it's up to you. So everyone will be making twelve inchies and receiving twelve back in return.

*Please include some money to help out with postage and packaging, whatever you can afford, maybe $2-$5.

*I am NOT going to take responsibility for coordinating anyone's personal tastes/dislikes/requests. I tried to make the requirements clear, but ask questions if you are confused but, you get what you get in the swap. Sender's choice. If you hate bling--too bad because I'll probably be sending you some LOL.

*I will be posting the sign up list two weeks from now to allow ample opportunity for everyone to see this post, think about it, and then sign up. The sign up will go up Friday, November 15th at 5PM EST. First come, first serve. All's fair in love and pen palling.

*The due date will be two weeks from the sign up--Friday, November 29th. I will get them in the mail that following Monday. It's a relatively quick turn around time but I want to take into account getting the swap done and mailed out well before the holidays get hectic.

*I will repost/remind folks over the next two weeks up until the sign up date.

Happy swapping!

[Gemme]

Reminder: if the sign up goes over 7 people, I'll wrangle the overflow.

Same rules and dates, so everyone will get to experience the same project.

[LaneyDoll]

Thank you to everyone who sent Halloween greetings to me. I did not keep a list of who I receives one from but I do still have them out

Work has been busy so I apologize for not touching base more quickly.

Y'all have fun with the inchies project! I will admit that I am envious of those participating but I know that I do not have time to work on them.

I will be watching for the "after the holidays" projects!

XOXO

[Soft*Silver]

I would like to do this please

[candy_coated_bitch]

SIGN UPS!!!

For all interested in signing up--if you haven't read the project guidelines and rules please do so before signing up.

As I said, sign ups will be on a first come, first serve basis. Gemme said she would be willing to wrangle overflow if there is additional interest. Please
post in the thread if you missed the sign ups on THIS LIST. If you are signing up on MY list, please cut and paste the list into your post and DON'T just post separately in the thread that you are interested. This list is there for a reason.

Example: There are seven people in this project including myself. Below I will post a list of seven, with my name in the first slot. The next person should copy/paste this list adding his/hys/her name to the list. And so on and so forth until the list is full! And seriously--I will not be responsible if you don't follow the instructions. Just add your name to the list directly and don't post separately in the thread or you will miss out.

Let's begin!

1) CCB
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)

PROJECT GUIDELINES:

I would like to say first off that I am going to be a strict bitch with this swap. If that is annoying to anyone, you shouldn't sign up.

Here's the concept:

*Inchies are miniature works of art created on a 1 X 1 inch square. Similar idea to an Artist Trading Card, just on a much smaller scale. I make mine on watercolor paper, but you could use cardstock, cardboard, old greeting cards--anything that is a bit sturdy.

*Because of the small scale inchies can be difficult to make. I would like participants to keep this in mind. It doesn't mean if you're a beginner I wouldn't love for you to participate--but just know the small scale is a challenge. But a good one!

*I am going to ask for a requirement that your inchies each have three layers/elements. Obviously, I can't force anyone to do anything, but think ART. Like, a background layer of scrapbook paper or paint would count as one layer. A collage element another layer, and something on top/combined with that as a final layer.

*For example: I usually like to start out with a layer of paint or a collage element as my background. I like using interesting tidbits of magazine pictures as backgrounds a lot. Then depending on what I feel like I might paint something on top of that or add another collage element--maybe one that builds upon the background idea. I also love things like rhinestones, glitter, sequins, etc. to enhance an inchie and give it some texture. So there's three elements. It's not super hard to come up with three layers--but I am putting this requirement because I want everyone to be considerate to their fellow participants and try to make sure everyone is on the same page with how much effort goes into this.

*I HATE when I spend hours thoughtfully creating something and then I get something back that someone has put no thought into. (And no, I am not talking about anyone specific here but I have experienced this in other swaps.) I don't want folks to be intimidated, but please carefully consider the time commitment of this swap before signing up.

*I am limiting this swap to 7 people (including myself). I thought long and hard about this. I know it might seem limiting and unfair to some--but this is going to be a fairly intensive swap and I am NOT NOT NOT negotiating on this. If folks miss out, there are other swaps, we can always do inchies another time, and you just can't have everything you want in life.

*Please create two inchies that are a pair for each of your swap partners. Not exactly the same, but two inchies that play off each other or harmonize in some way. You can make all your inchies the same theme, or make 6 sets, it's up to you. So everyone will be making twelve inchies and receiving twelve back in return.

*Please include some money to help out with postage and packaging, whatever you can afford, maybe $2-$5.

*I am NOT going to take responsibility for coordinating anyone's personal tastes/dislikes/requests. I tried to make the requirements clear, but ask questions if you are confused but, you get what you get in the swap. Sender's choice. If you hate bling--too bad because I'll probably be sending you some LOL.

*I will be posting the sign up list two weeks from now to allow ample opportunity for everyone to see this post, think about it, and then sign up. The sign up will go up Friday, November 15th at 5PM EST. First come, first serve. All's fair in love and pen palling.

*The due date will be two weeks from the sign up--Friday, November 29th. I will get them in the mail that following Monday. It's a relatively quick turn around time but I want to take into account getting the swap done and mailed out well before the holidays get hectic.

*I will repost/remind folks over the next two weeks up until the sign up date.

Happy swapping!

[amiyesiam]

[QUOTE=candy_coated_bitch;862924]SIGN UPS!!!

For all interested in signing up--if you haven't read the project guidelines and rules please do so before signing up.

As I said, sign ups will be on a first come, first serve basis. Gemme said she would be willing to wrangle overflow if there is additional interest. Please
post in the thread if you missed the sign ups on THIS LIST. If you are signing up on MY list, please cut and paste the list into your post and DON'T just post separately in the thread that you are interested. This list is there for a reason.

Example: There are seven people in this project including myself. Below I will post a list of seven, with my name in the first slot. The next person should copy/paste this list adding his/hys/her name to the list. And so on and so forth until the list is full! And seriously--I will not be responsible if you don't follow the instructions. Just add your name to the list directly and don't post separately in the thread or you will miss out.

Let's begin!

1) CCB
2)amiyesiam
3)ahk
4)
5)
6)
7)

PROJECT GUIDELINES:

I would like to say first off that I am going to be a strict bitch with this swap. If that is annoying to anyone, you shouldn't sign up.

Here's the concept:

*Inchies are miniature works of art created on a 1 X 1 inch square. Similar idea to an Artist Trading Card, just on a much smaller scale. I make mine on watercolor paper, but you could use cardstock, cardboard, old greeting cards--anything that is a bit sturdy.

*Because of the small scale inchies can be difficult to make. I would like participants to keep this in mind. It doesn't mean if you're a beginner I wouldn't love for you to participate--but just know the small scale is a challenge. But a good one!

*I am going to ask for a requirement that your inchies each have three layers/elements. Obviously, I can't force anyone to do anything, but think ART. Like, a background layer of scrapbook paper or paint would count as one layer. A collage element another layer, and something on top/combined with that as a final layer.

*For example: I usually like to start out with a layer of paint or a collage element as my background. I like using interesting tidbits of magazine pictures as backgrounds a lot. Then depending on what I feel like I might paint something on top of that or add another collage element--maybe one that builds upon the background idea. I also love things like rhinestones, glitter, sequins, etc. to enhance an inchie and give it some texture. So there's three elements. It's not super hard to come up with three layers--but I am putting this requirement because I want everyone to be considerate to their fellow participants and try to make sure everyone is on the same page with how much effort goes into this.

*I HATE when I spend hours thoughtfully creating something and then I get something back that someone has put no thought into. (And no, I am not talking about anyone specific here but I have experienced this in other swaps.) I don't want folks to be intimidated, but please carefully consider the time commitment of this swap before signing up.

*I am limiting this swap to 7 people (including myself). I thought long and hard about this. I know it might seem limiting and unfair to some--but this is going to be a fairly intensive swap and I am NOT NOT NOT negotiating on this. If folks miss out, there are other swaps, we can always do inchies another time, and you just can't have everything you want in life.

*Please create two inchies that are a pair for each of your swap partners. Not exactly the same, but two inchies that play off each other or harmonize in some way. You can make all your inchies the same theme, or make 6 sets, it's up to you. So everyone will be making twelve inchies and receiving twelve back in return.

*Please include some money to help out with postage and packaging, whatever you can afford, maybe $2-$5.

*I am NOT going to take responsibility for coordinating anyone's personal tastes/dislikes/requests. I tried to make the requirements clear, but ask questions if you are confused but, you get what you get in the swap. Sender's choice. If you hate bling--too bad because I'll probably be sending you some LOL.

*I will be posting the sign up list two weeks from now to allow ample opportunity for everyone to see this post, think about it, and then sign up. The sign up will go up Friday, November 15th at 5PM EST. First come, first serve. All's fair in love and pen palling.

*The due date will be two weeks from the sign up--Friday, November 29th. I will get them in the mail that following Monday. It's a relatively quick turn around time but I want to take into account getting the swap done and mailed out well before the holidays get hectic.

*I will repost/remind folks over the next two weeks up until the sign up date.

Happy swapping!

[amiyesiam]

Originally Posted by ahk

Yay. Super stoked.

I added you to the list. It is easier if you quote the last person on the list! Instead of the original poster.

[candy_coated_bitch]

Originally Posted by amiyesiam

I added you to the list. It is easier if you quote the last person on the list! Instead of the original poster.

Yes, it is. That's exactly what I meant. Because then it just gets all out of order.

[amiyesiam]

Originally Posted by candy_coated_bitch

Yes, it is. That's exactly what I meant. Because then it just gets all out of order.

That and there is no way I am getting left off the list!

[ahk]

Originally Posted by amiyesiam

I added you to the list. It is easier if you quote the last person on the list! Instead of the original poster.

Thank you. I am still learning the phone. Thanks for keeping me in the loop. And ccb.. thank you.

[ahk]

Originally Posted by ahk

Thank you. I am still learning the phone. Thanks for keeping me in the loop. And ccb.. thank you.

I deleted the quote so it wouldn't confuse folks but now I'm thinking I'm confused now. Must go from here. Thanks again.

[candy_coated_bitch]

LOL! Why don't we go from here:

1) CCB
2)amiyesiam
3)ahk
4)
5)
6)
7)

[Bèsame*]

Why don't we go from here:

1) CCB
2)amiyesiam
3)ahk
4)Uniqueswtfemm
5)
6)
7)

Add me too.......

[Gemme]

1) CCB
2)amiyesiam
3)ahk
4)Uniqueswtfemm
5) Gemme
6)
7)

[nanners]

1) CCB
2)amiyesiam
3)ahk
4)Uniqueswtfemm
5) Gemme
6) Nanners
7)

[PoeticSilence]

1) CCB
2)amiyesiam
3)ahk
4)Uniqueswtfemm
5) Gemme
6) Nanners
7) ...posted by nanners

1) CCB
2)amiyesiam
3)ahk
4)Uniqueswtfemm
5) Gemme
6) Nanners
7) PoeticSilence