Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Happy 9th Anniversary, WOYWW! #468


Happy WOYWW! And not just any WOYWW…but the 9th Anniversary of this wonderful blog hop 
hosted by the lovely Julia at The Stamping Ground where we open our craft room doors to show what our work desks look like on Wednesday.  And to show what fun crafty items everyone is working on. 

Nine years; remarkable longevity for anything these days—especially something so intangible as a virtual community.  This alone should be proof that creativity, common interest and mutual respect can save the world.  Unfortunately sending art journals and finger paints to every hostile region probably is a bit too simplistic.  Ah well, at least we have our Wednesday’s to touch base with our own tribe!  Thank you Julia. 

 So, on to our main purpose; and ironically based on another virtual community—is my workdesk.  I saw a video on face book; the one with the woman showing string pull art.  So Cool!  So I had to try it!

There was a bit of trial and error.  I used a beading cord, thinking it would be more durable. Yes, but it isn’t very “bendy” so it was hard to get a good number of loops, swirls etc. Nor was it that absorbent…I found Dylusions spray inks worked best, but another friend used Bakers Twine, and could use regular paint and ink, so I’ll try that next.  


Here are some more images...cause I think they are so cool! LOL!



And here is a little ATC Book Box I made to hold the ATC swaps we received at the Back to Back retreat. I used Dina Wakley’s Media paints and stamped on her collage tissue paper. The box is by Gypsy Soul Laser Cuts, and I’ve ordered a few more to hold all my WOYWW swaps from over the years. 


So, there you have it.  Now jump back to Julia’s and see some more creative spaces.  And here’s to another crafty year!

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27 comments:

  1. MonicaMay 23, 2018 at 11:22 AM

    I do love that string technique. I also enjoyed you statement about the group and agree wholeheartedly. Not an ATC maker for now but loving all that i see.
    Monica #35 .

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  2. AnnieMay 23, 2018 at 11:55 AM

    Happy 9th Anniversary to you. I'm hoping to pop round to visit everyone this week....depending what work comes through my door of course.
    Here's hoping we can all enjoy many more happy years of fun and friendship.
    Hugs,
    Annie x #1

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  3. HelenMay 23, 2018 at 1:54 PM

    I had a go at the string technique too, but didn't get such good results, think my string is too thick! can't wait to try again though. have emailed you as I do now have a spare atc , please send your address!! Helen #4

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  4. Lunch Lady JanMay 23, 2018 at 2:10 PM

    Happy 9th WOYWW anniversary to you Kim!! It's been such a great pleasure getting to know you over the years, long may it continue. I love that string art (I saw the video too), it's wonderful! You need to frame the pinky purple version and put it on the wall, love it - your string experiments obviously worked!
    Hugs LLJ 2 xxx

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  5. Sarah BrennanMay 23, 2018 at 3:10 PM

    I love that string technique Kim. I saw the video too. The beaded string creates a lovely effect! Happy 9th anniversary. Sarah #14

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  6. glitterandglueMay 23, 2018 at 5:22 PM

    Hi Kim. Happy 9th anniversary. That string technique looks amazing - must find out more I think. The pieces look like Calla lilies! Be sure to let me know if you ever get over here!!
    Take care. God bless.
    Margaret #9

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  7. Bleubeard and ElizabethMay 24, 2018 at 1:09 AM

    What a fabulous technique, Kim. I think you have it mastered, even if the string you used was hard to bend. You still got excellent results. Whoever came up with this technique is amazing.

    Your ATC box is beautiful and will do its duty holding all the ATCs. Hope you are enjoying the WOYWW party. Happy 9th anniversary from #13.

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  8. Cardarian May 24, 2018 at 2:36 AM

    Hi Kim!
    I am Cardarian and I am suppose to send you an ATC! I love your string art! I have put that video on my facebook page but I haven't tried it yet. Will do today! Please send me your address to this email : dolores(dot)kerec@gmail(dot)com. Have a lovely week and HAPPY 9th WOYWW Anniversary!!
    Love and hugs Cardarian

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  9. TwigletMay 24, 2018 at 4:41 AM

    Hi Kim - happy 9th WOYWW anniversary! I love the crafti-artwork on your space today - great ideas. x Jo

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  10. KellyMay 24, 2018 at 9:09 AM

    Good morning, Kim. I like the way you call us a 'tribe'. I feel honored to be a part of such a creative community. I've seen mentions of the 'string art'. May have to give it a go. You're pieces are lovely.

    Please email me KellyH (at) artlover (dot) com for my snail. Look forward to ATC. Happy Anniversary & Creative Blessings! Kelly #34

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  11. Dorlene DurhamMay 24, 2018 at 12:47 PM

    Happy 9th Anniversary. I must try that string technique. I've seen the videos on FB too. Maybe this weekend since it's a holiday weekend. I love your ATC booklet...so cute! Have a great week. Dorlene #40

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  12. AnneMay 24, 2018 at 3:17 PM

    Hello Kim. Thank you so much for popping by. Sorry I am late. I can't wait to try the string technique - seen such a lot of it out there on FB. The purple on my blog is the new Highland Heather from Stampin Up - it is gorgeous. Happy WOYWW 9th Anniversary. Anne #25

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  13. Felix the Crafty CatMay 24, 2018 at 7:44 PM

    Hi Kim, that technique with the string is brilliant, got to try it. Happy woyww anniversary my friend. Angela x20x

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  14. ShoshiMay 24, 2018 at 8:07 PM

    This is the second time I've seen the string painting this week, Kim - I have no idea how it's done, but it's really beautiful! Thank you for your lovely comment - yes, I'm feeling tons better now and it's just great, gradually getting back to normal and starting to enjoy life again, and above all to get back in the studio! So glad you liked my project A good one to re-start on - to celebrate our anniversary, to celebrate life given back to me, and to celebrate my wonderful hubby who does so much for me and without whom I probably wouldn't still be here!

    Happy belated WOYWW and 9th anniversary,
    Shoshi #29

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  15. NikkiMay 24, 2018 at 10:36 PM

    I'm seeing this string technique more and more these days it looks wonderful happy woyww #9 hugs Nikki 10

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    1. NikkiMay 26, 2018 at 5:15 PM

      I don't have any spares left but I"m making them on request now :) if you want one email me at elusionary60@hotmail.com

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    2. KimMay 31, 2018 at 1:01 PM

      Hi Nikki, I just noticed this, now that I'm not getting email notices. Ive sent you an email.

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  16. Julia DunnitMay 25, 2018 at 5:08 AM

    Well you made that box into a treasure! It’s just lovely. I share your thing about birds. And your blog header says it all for me. And your first couple paragraphs....wouldn’t it be great if we could unite the world in finger painting!! The string technique is amazing, i find the results are quite mesmeric, ethereal even. I;m late so can already thank you for the lovely ATC and for thinking of me...you always do. Thank you. X

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  17. MaritMay 25, 2018 at 7:12 AM

    Oooh... I saw that same video on Facebook but have not tried the technique still... I love the results (and the colours!) you managed to get on paper... just wonderful! Thanks for stopping by my blog the other day, happy belated 9th anniversary and a big hug from Holland, Marit #27

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  18. Diana TaylorMay 25, 2018 at 11:47 AM

    Hi Kim,
    So sorry at the lateness, I'm still working my way round the desks and fitting it all in around hospital appointments and family dealings! The string painting is beautiful and I love the colours you've used - the ATC box is a wonderful idea and I love the little bird cover - very beautiful.
    Happy belated WOYWW anniversary,
    Diana x #16

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  19. craftyaniMay 25, 2018 at 2:15 PM

    Happy Anniversary not taking part this year but am trying to visit everyone who has posted. Saw the same video and now I have seen others who have tried it am going to have a go. Ani #3

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  20. SueMay 25, 2018 at 2:15 PM

    Hi Kim, Fab results from the string and ink pulling. Love the little box.

    Thanks for stoppinbg by my blog.

    Happy 9th WOYWW
    Sue #24

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  21. Zsuzsa Karoly-SmithMay 25, 2018 at 5:01 PM

    Hi Kim! What a coincidence - I posted about those string paintings too - your flowers are so cool - I like how they are multi coloured! The ATC box is so lovely - looks like something I might need as well! Thanks for your visit earlier - sorry it took me two whole days to get back to you, but better late than never! Happy belated anniversary! zsuzsa #8

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  22. Stacy SheldonMay 25, 2018 at 6:49 PM

    Hi Kim, the string work looks fabulous :) Have fun at the stamp show too! ~Stacy #35

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  23. StampinCarolMay 25, 2018 at 7:37 PM

    Oh my gosh, the string paintings are gorgeous! I remember doing that to a small degree in elementary school but they were never this pretty! Thanks for popping by and Happy WOYWW Anniversary!
    Carol N #31

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  24. Tracey@HotchpotchcreationsMay 26, 2018 at 2:53 AM

    Hi Kim, Happy belated 9th Anniversary. Isn't that string technique just fabulous!! I love your little ATC book too. Thank you for sharing WOYWW. Happy Craftying Tracey #18

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  25. shazsilverwolfMay 26, 2018 at 8:48 AM

    Hi Kim, great try with that technique. I think we've all been intrigued by that video. I shared another one I came across on You Tube, with a lady doing it using old necklace chains, just dipping in ink, laying down then pulling off. No second card or book, just pulling the chain off. I was surprised how many You Tube videos there were of this, tbh. Have a lovely week, Happy 9th Anniversary, Hugs, Shaz #6 XXX

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