Bookmark Swap! Due July 31

[EraserQueen]

http://www.illustratedatcs.com/forum/gallery/file.php?n=4384&w=l Bookmark Swap! woot! (bookmark by Merricat!)



Send in 3/3 OR 6/6
DUE: July 31
20 participants
PM me for my address!

Bookmark Specifications: (ask any questions here in the thread!)


Feel free to use mixed media! However, you must incorporate some drawn elements to your work, let's try to stick to the hand-drawn focus of the site.


Important: you can add ribbon or fibers to your bookmarks, but no beads/metal charms etc. This is bulky, can damage the paper surface of the bookmark, and adds weight.


Make your bookmarks 2x6 inches (this is approximate, use any format you like/give or take a half inch, but please have your working space equal about 12 inches total...'cause, you know...2x6=12 :D don't send in teeny-weeny bookmarks!)

Because this is a juried site, I am now stating this in all swaps: if your work exhibits lack of effort (BASED solely on what I know you are capable of based on your gallery work...I will NOT judge your work based on the work of others) or poor craftsmanship, and there are no other cards/bookmarks with which to swap them out of equal creation, I will return them to you using the SASE provided! Send what you would like to receive! (i.e. don't make six, and rush two of them!) Quality over quality! Hugs and Wub!


You must enclose a SASE, with Three loose 42 cent stamps. if you can, please send an extra stamp to help cover international postage!



In you are an international participant, you MUST send a label with your address.. Please send unused US stamps of you have it. You can make me a hostess bookmark, and I will love you, but that is not mandatory.



participants: Purple = I have them!


Adriayna
Crafter412
Princessgene
Chronata
Altermyworld
Jklee
Liverson
MMDM
Pamalama

[AnneY]

I like ATCs but I look forward changing format!

In case it would help somebody else, I just converted the size to metric units: 2"x6"= 5,1 cmx15,3 cm = 78 cm2. I'll probably go for 5,2x14,9 or 4,9x16 depending on the base I use.

Anne

[adriayna]

I'm in! This sounds fun.

[Janet]

Yes please, I love making bookmarks :)

[Amerasu]

Me too, great idea!

[princessgene]

I really need some cool bookmarks. I would love to join this swap.

[EraserQueen]

Awesome! I've added you guys Thanks for the conversion Anne!

[EraserQueen]

I wonder if there are any more over-achievers out there?? :D

[jklee]

I want in on this one, please!

[jart]

If I promise to draw with a lightweight flat wire and no beads, can I join? When I return I have to work full time on an installation, and will be working with the wire, anyway. It will be unlike anything you have seen from me yet.

Jart

[flashviv]

I would love to join this swap, EQ I've haven't got any US stamps to send for postage but could you use some Australian postage stamps for when you are in an Aussie swap?

I've not made book marks before, do I need to finish them off with laminating or do they go 'naked', mine will be mainly handdrawn on watercolour paper. Also are they like an atc, illustrated one side and artist info on the other? Hate to ask the basic questions but I'd like to get it right.

Thanks.

[EraserQueen]

hey y'all! Glad to see more faces here! I have been spending most of my day in a gurelling Spanish class, and doing yard work, so have only just had a chance to reply to much!

jklee: I'll add you now!

Jart: Well, I was hoping to have some aspect of these bookmarks incorporate handrawn, but to be honest I HIGHLY doubt anyone would want to pass up a chance at owning one of your unique bookmarks! You could have a tag attached that has a drawing on it, but again, I think your idea sounds cool! The only concern I have is that the metal will weigh more than paper, so if you want to send a couple extra stamps, that could help with sending them to whomever I swap them out to....that optional because I really don't know how much extra your bookmarks will weight..I may be over estimating!


flashviv: Sure, send some Aussie stamps! If you can do some kind of quality lamination, that could work!


EVERYONE: And I WOULD like the backs to be decorated also (not as detailed as in the front, but still with some quality work), and include your screen name and real name (so I can identify you!)

[Chronata]

I would like to try this too!

[EraserQueen]

I'll add you now Robyn!

[altermyworld]

Yeah i need some bookmarks.
ANg

[EraserQueen]

You're added Ang!

[altermyworld]

Just a quick question, i have started one of mine, for the back can i use some pretty patterned paper, as i use markers, and to be honest the if i use markers for the back it will bleed through on all the art i did on the front.
And can i put an eyelet at the top to thread the fibers through as it help to stablize the top a bit.
Ang

[EraserQueen]

Ang: All of that sounds fine! Don't forget to add your info to the back! (though I bet I could recognize the styles of all of you anyways :D )

[altermyworld]

Excellent!!!!! i made one today (working) and i am having so much fun. its fun to only bring a certain medium to work and use what you have instead of a whole art room.
Anyone want to come to my house to have art fun?
ANg

[mmdm]

Oh, I've been waiting for this swap! I've got to finish my Summer CAT cards before I join, so I know I won't be rushed. But hopefully, I'll be back in time!

[EraserQueen]

OMG! Dana/Adriayna just posted beautiful bookmarks in her gallery! Go check 'em out you guys! :jiggy:

[Janet]

I've done my bookmarks on cardstock and just wonder if it will be thick enough? I prefer them to be thinner than cards, so they don't damage the books. Any thoughts on this?
I also like laminated, but I tend to think that wouldn't be welcome here :)

[EraserQueen]

Janet: I think one gal IS doing lamination, so if you want to, go for it! And I think lamination would be a good idea, if you're using something thinnish...gives it more durability!

[AnneY]

The first time I received a laminated ATC, I was a bit puzzled, but I actually bought the laminating starting kit for this swap. I hope I won't ruin too many bookmarks...

Glad to see I will not be the only one!

[adriayna]

Yeah, here are my bookmarks. They are on their way to you, annie!

[adriayna]

http://www.illustratedatcs.com/forum/gallery/file.php?n=6738&w=l

[liverson]

Do you think an Artful bookmark will make a text book more appealing and easier to read or be a depressing reminder that Im not making art but researching yet another essay topic? If you think they would have some magical effect.... sign me up.

[TheeCoyote]

Those are lovely Dana.

liv, maybe a nice bookmark will make you want to open the book.

[adriayna]

Liverson, I don't know, but it can't hurt. Lolol!

[EraserQueen]

I'll sign you up Liverson! :D

Marjee, you've posted to the thread, does this mean you woukd like to join?? :D

[mmdm]

I finally found time to work on these. I've gotten 3 made, so can I still join? :D These aren't too girly for everyone, are they? For some reason, I've been in a very girly mood lately.

[EraserQueen]

They aren't too girly for me :) But then I've always been a bit of a girly-girl ;)

And yes, I'll add you now!

[EraserQueen]

GORGEOUS bookmarks came from Altermyworld! Ang, I LOVE them all! and I especially love the Silk bookmark you made me, it's so luxurious and PERFECT! Thanks SO MUCH! :jiggy:

[jklee]

My bookmarks are done and in my gallery; I just need an address ;)

[altermyworld]

ooooooooooo i love that yellow flower hint hint beautiful.

I am glad i checked this thread, i was getting worried, i really wish hostesses would leave feedback as soon as the cards come in, i know this is a pain but dang the way my post has NOT been arriving lately it really worries me.
Ang

[altermyworld]

I am really digging all the cool bookmarkers.
ANg

[Pamalama]

I'd like to do this. There's still time, right? Please sign me up!

[EraserQueen]

You're added Pam :)

[Pamalama]

Jenn Klee, your bookmarks are very nice. Love the poppies!!!!

[Pamalama]

Here are three. I guess Dana inspired me to the blossoms, although I didn't realize it until I saw her bookmarks again. The blossoms inspired the bamboo. The paint on the palette inspired the color choices in those two. Then, our Emma inspired the little girl. I've had the grandkids for three days. ( I should now draw you a picture of my new dog, Bandit. But he is short and round like me and I need to get to know his face a bit better. He is a little masked fuzzball!)

[EraserQueen]

How cool Pam! Its fun to know the process too! LOL

[Pamalama]

Here are three more. This probably is a great example of my random order, random learning, random teaching processes. They certainly don't look like they have much in common. However, they are all pen and ink and markers.

[jklee]

Love that Casino Lady Pam!

[princessgene]

Question: Can I make a print of my bookmark and then laminate it? The reason I ask is because I suck at freehand lettering and I wanted to scan my art into a draw program and then include some type. But of course, doing this, means, it won't be the original drawing.

[EraserQueen]

No prints aren't allowed, sorry :(

But I usually trace lettering or or do a graphite transfer...it doesn't take up too much extra time, and the results look great!

[princessgene]

What about laminating? Is that okay?

[EraserQueen]

Laminating is cool! :D I was gonna try and see if I could get my mini laminator to work.. :eek:

[Amerasu]

Annie, I better drop from this. I won't have time this month with the book. I'm already too overwhelmed with work.

[EraserQueen]

LOL, that's fine! Thanks for letting me know :D

[Chronata]

oh crappin hell...
I thought I finally made something that I might consider good enough for this swap...and just reread that there are size constraints.

I may have to drop this.

if I had my home internet I would post scans to see if they would still work.
but I can't just now.

crap.

[EraserQueen]

Robyn, if no one else cares, I don't either...you spend a lot of time on you work, and I'm sue they are beautiful.. The size probably isn't off by that much...

Your choice though, this is supposed to be a fun thing, not a stress inducer! (Especially with what you've been going through!) HUGS!

[AnneY]

Congratulations Chronata, you're done and I'm not worried on the quality either!

On my side I'm already almost late! Nothing will get done this week-end (son + father birthdays + school party + son party). Once again I will have to rely on the fast Deutsche Post...

[EraserQueen]

I got bookmarks from Pam today! Thanks for the extra! :D

[Pamalama]

Robyn, I always love art by you. Send your bookmarks to Annie and call it a day. I know they are wonderful! I thought the size was just a suggested size anyway. Send, send!

[EraserQueen]

See Robyn? We all love you and your art! :D

[mmdm]

I'm not worried about size, either. I have big books and little books so any size marker is fine with me.

[Janet]

oh crappin hell...
I thought I finally made something that I might consider good enough for this swap...and just reread that there are size constraints.

I may have to drop this.

if I had my home internet I would post scans to see if they would still work.
but I can't just now.

crap.

Who cares about size, so long as it does the job :wub:

[EraserQueen]

Janet, Your bookmarks came! Wonderful! Thank you for the extra :D

[Janet]

that was quick :)

[EraserQueen]

I know! 4 days is UNHEARD of! LOL

[flashviv]

Sorry everyone, I'm going to have to pull out of this swap I'm a bit overwhelmed at work at the moment.

[EraserQueen]

Aw, we'll miss you Linda!

[Chronata]

had to pull some magic strings and scrape up postage...but they will be in the mail today!

[EraserQueen]

Thanks for letting me know Robyn!! :D

[EraserQueen]

Robyn, I just got your book marks and they are incredibly AMAZING!!!!!! They look really time consuming to have made! I'll try and scan them!! :jiggy:

[Chronata]

aww..thanks Annie! You are so sweet!
I was worried because they didn't fit the size...because of the whole cut-out thing...
I am glad you liked them!
I didn't get a chance to scan them myself.

[AnneY]

Sorry, I have to withdraw, I'm not creative at all at the moment...

[EraserQueen]

I totally understand Anne! Thanks for letting me know!

[EraserQueen]

LeAnn, you're beautiful bookmarks came! :jiggy:

[jklee]

I'm getting kind of antsy over my bookmarks; they were posted on July 9th, everything else I posted that week has reached its destination...

[Pamalama]

Let us pray for Jenn Klee's bookmarks. The US post office probably is checking them out in customs. I'll cross my fingers and toes for their safe delivery!

[EraserQueen]

I'm sorry hon! They are here! I have you marked as arrived on my list on the desk but not online :eek:

[jklee]

That's ok, I'm glad they made it there on time.

[liverson]

Ive been panicing for the last 5 minites thinking I missed this one. Searching for the swap and it was in my sent swaps folder. I had totally forgotten what I did. I really think I need to run into a brick wall ...it may help. Thanks goddess those nuetral points are like swords in my side. And I really didnt want to make you guys pissed. Car crash, medicated diaper rash, 14 yearold birthday hormones, bank loans, and two late grad school essays and no camp for kids ( they just stare at me )to top my list of todays excuses of why I cant Keep my ---- together!!

[EraserQueen]

Liverson, no worries, we've all been there!

Guys, my tooth is really killing me, and so I won't be able to swap these out immediately, I'll post when they have been!

[altermyworld]

Annie are you ok? tooth pain is the worst i feel for you
Hugs,
ANg

[EraserQueen]

Thanks Ang *hug* I'm am feeling tired and dizzy from the antibiotic, but at least I am now off the vicodin...


These little beauties are actually Swapped out! *dance* It took me ALL DAY LOL, but I did it! I will try and mail them out tomorrow. Thanks everyone for joining, and making such nice pieces of art we can use!

[altermyworld]

I am glad you are feeling a bit better.

I can't wait i need some new bookmarkers.
ANg

[Pamalama]

Hello Artists! I received a super selection of bookmarks that really knock my socks off! My thanks to EQ for hosting and also for her super page marker. Many thanks to Dana, mmdm, Alter My World, Crafer 412, and JKlee. You all did such wonderful work. I guess I'll let my multiple personalities each have her own book to read! Many, many thanks!

[princessgene]

I received my bookmarks today, Yay! They are soooo wonderful. Thanks to Chronata, Leanne Iverson, and altermyworld. And of course Thanks to EQ for hosting.

[EraserQueen]

Yay! Glad you guys like your returns! Thanks so much for joining!! :jiggy:

[liverson]

Ive got mine too. Wow I may even read something just to put them in my hands. Thanks too eraser queen, altermy world(hope we will meet soon) and Ms. Driscoll.

[Chronata]

Thank you so much to ANg for the gorgeous~ almost cloisone flower bookmark,
Annie for the fabulous Queen Bookmark, and Dana for the exquisite Asian bookmark!

These are all so wonderful!

[adriayna]

Holy cow! I got my bookmarks today. What an awesome set! Chronata, Crafter412, pamalama, EQ, jklee, and liverson! All awesome work. Thank you EQ for hosting!@!!!

[altermyworld]

I got mine today also !!!!! Dana, Princess Gene, mmdm,crafter412,eq,pamalama
GORGEOUS.
thank you SO much.
ANg

[mmdm]

Got mine, too! Really lovely markers from altermyworld, Pamalama, and Dana. I'm very pleased. :jiggy::jiggy:Thanks so much and thanks to EQ for hosting this.

[Janet]

Mine arrived today!!! Great bookmarks from Adriayna, Princess gene and Pamitha. Thank you ladies!! Many thanks EQ for another gorgeous swap :)

[jklee]

I have good news and bad news.
The good news is that 3 amazing bookmarks were waiting for me at home today :); I got great bookmarks from Pam, Dana, and Melisa.
The bad news is that there was a lot of junk mail with my envie and the postman decided to shove everything under the gate; I came home late and pretty much everything was soaked (there were about 8 different envelopes from bills, credit cards, and banks) rain comes off the roof and drips right into the spot the mailman placed the envies.
The envie kind of feel apart when I grabbed it; I literally peeled the wet paper off to get to the bookmarks. Amazingly enough they held their own and are resting in the oven to give them a chance to dry through; I'll give them a couple of days before using them.

[EraserQueen]

Aw, no! That's a shame :( I remember with our old mailbox, the postman was lazy and didn't close it all the way, and a bunch of stuff got soaked.

[jklee]

A night in the oven was just what they needed; they are all dried up and ready to be used :D