It's SWAP time again!!!!
The day before a wedding is always a bit disjointed. You've put some things off til the last minute, like exactly what shoes you're gonna wear or that second coat of self tanner you must apply because your legs are blindingly white... And yet, you've still got work to do because it's Friday and you need stuff at the post office by tomorrow morning. Well that's me anyway. But what's weird is that I'm not crazy busy...just kinda spread out in a lot of different directions and so there are lulls in the day where I can't fully dive into a project whole hog...what a funny turn of phrase, whole hog! Anyway, I was pacing my bedroom in two different shoes, Aaron was running errands, doing laundry etc...and then I looked at my piled up work table and a light bulb lit...and it was lit by none other than the legendary Charlotte Lyons (aka fellow SilverBella instructor). She blogged about making art out of what's left over... scraps of ribbon, duplicate color copies, little bits of paper, whatever...and she made some fab stuff! Go check it out on her blog, and she said she might list some of the "art made from left overs" on Etsy! Well, in her words she said "Try it-it's fun and easier than cleaning up." So I listened and tried it, in the lull of wedding prep (wait...not my wedding of course, my cousin Michael's!) and here's what came out! I posted pics on Flickr and more than one pal said that this would be a great swap subject...Not specifically art made from left overs, but the whole idea of semi random bits and pieces put together to make a beautiful whole. I like this format too...a 9" x 12" canvas mapped out in 3" x 3" squares. I've been dying to host another swap and I think this'll be it! I'll get back to you all with the details probably Sunday, since the wedding is tomorrow. I like the whole mosaic feel, and how you've got twelve mini areas to create within.
So I just wanted to throw that out there and get you thinking about that as a swap...I think it'll be a lot of fun! Give me some feedback...leave me a comment if you want and don't forget to post a link to your blog so others can go check you out. Ok, time to try on the dress one more time!
xoxo Jenny
Ohh...almost forgot....We are retiring some of our all time" Everyday is a Holiday" favorites and best sellers....to make room for a bunch of new favorites!! We are having some FAB sales on some Cake Art...so have a look!!
thanks for the compliment and link here, Jenny! well, that is too cute! so glad you liked the idea and didn't waste a second getting to it... really darling. also love the part about walking around in 2 different shoes. have a blast kicking it up at the wedding! xoC
ReplyDeleteSounds like a really cute swap idea. Can't wait to hear more! My blog is http://katydiddys.blogspot.com. Lots of cupcakes. Actually, as of today I've decided I'm not only on a cupcake kick, but also martinis. Cupcakes & Martinis-I may use that name! Take care! Love your blog Jenny!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun swap idea. Can't wait to hear more!!!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love a sweet wedding!!! Have a fabulous time and please, please sign me up if you're doing this as a swap!!! Great idea--I'd be thrilled to be part of it!!! xo-Melfie
ReplyDeleteYah baby! Sign me up! This looks so fun I want to go paint canvases now!
ReplyDeleteOh, I am so in!!!
ReplyDeleteLove tHis!!! great job chicka! count me in, not that like you I have nothing to do, just nothing this minute!!
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I need a bit of nfo from you, planning a fall trip to The City and want your top 5 must do's. And of course your numbero uno bakery!!
Love that swap idea Jenny :D Yes count me in please! How exciting! :D Super cute squares collage! Have lot's of fun at your cousins wedding! Carol xox
ReplyDeleteOoooooh! Love this!!! Count me in!!!!
ReplyDelete:) Heather
www.speckled-egg.blogspot.com
Hi Jenny!! I think that's a great swap idea!! Count me in! I'll check back Monday for details!! Have a good day!! xoNatalea
ReplyDeleteYay!!! Count me in! I am so looking forward to this project! Karin
ReplyDeleteGreat idea Jenny! Gorgeous combination you came up with, can't wait to see the swap details, I'll be in it for sure! I missed out on the Vintage Kitchen Swap so I don't want to miss this one!!! Natasha
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great swap....Count me in.
ReplyDeleteSigned up this morning for Silver Bella......Yahooooo I can't wait until November.
Lonnie
I'm in too, Miss Jenny! Come over and do my swap too....Crowns and Tiaras! http://hollydoodledesigns.com/WordPress/
ReplyDeleteHolly
Ooh..a swap...please tell me more!
ReplyDeleteHi Jenny,
ReplyDeletePlease count me in!
Genevieve
bella-enchanted@hotmail.com
http://bella-enchanted.blogspot.com/
Thanks and have a good weekend!
What an interesting swap idea! I'd love to hear the details.
ReplyDeleteoh! Can I join in?? :0)
ReplyDeleteHi there Jenny! It's been a long time since I've left a comment and I miss blog world! So let me understand this right. For the swap you want us to make something from our random leftovers, or you want us to accumulate a bag of our leftovers to give to someone else to have fun with?
ReplyDeleteMaybe it's just me who needs clarification.
Thanks~
Sue:)
what a fantastic swap idea!!! i love what you created with your "scraps"!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great swap idea! Hope the wedding was a lot of fun!
ReplyDeleteKarla
http://sugarbeardesigns.blogspot.com
Hey Jenny- sounds like fun, count me in!
ReplyDelete~Wendy
www.updycrafts.blogspot.com
I was thinkin when I first saw this "OH I want to make one too!" so yeah; count me in if there's still room! Hope the weekend went well.
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i WOUld love to PLAy in this swap!!!
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forgot to add my blog/site
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Oh my! I hope I'm not too late to sign up for this collage swap of bits and pieces! Sounds like a fantastic artistic free for all! There should be quite a variety when all is said and done! Of course, with swaps, it's always that way! Please, if I'm not too late, count me in!
ReplyDelete*Heidi*
Hi Jenny, will you be going international? on this swap?? I would love to join in if possible, I have lots of little bits,saved for a rainy day, and yes today it is finally raining in Australia, well in Queensland where I live, yeah!! Water tanks are a fillin, so in the name of the rain, let me know if I can join in, PLease!!!??? Nothing like a bit of grovelling on a wet day, your kness get wet! Look forward to the swap news, Linda Lilly Cottage ( one half of Lilly Cottage anyway) come and visit at http://lillycottage.typepad.com TTFN L*
ReplyDeleteJenny....I'm so excited about this project I already bought my 9 x 12 canvas! Karin
ReplyDeleteJenny....this is a great idea for a swap. Depending on the dates/deadlines, I'd really like to join the fun. Love the format. I'll keep checking in for the details.
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