Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Time to celebrate WOYWW's blogiversary!

Creating ATC's for WOYWW Anniversary
Celebrating 5 (!!!!) years; that’s 260 Wednesdays of peeking in on other’s creative spaces!  I'd like to say that I have been around that long when actually I am gearing up for my own 1st anniversary for this blog July 7th. 

Here is my work desk covered with ATC’s in progress for this week’s swap.  I had a hard time coming up with a design then worried if some would prefer the Flower Flourish I had been creating for other swaps.  Admittedly, I am a people pleaser and I wasn't sure if it was expected that I would stick to the flowers so I made about 10 of each. 

My other projects:

I like the idea of scrapbooking but for the most part, don’t like the look of most of the pages I see.  I wanted to learn how to incorporating paint and texture to my pages rather than using die cuts. I stumbled up Get Artsy: Applying mixed media techniques to scrapbook pages over at Big Pictures.  This is my page for week 1: Using gesso

The process was to gesso the page, color the background using Gelatos then rub in the color.  Ghosting the background was done by laying down a stencil then using a baby wipe to wipe away the color. 

Email me if you would like to trade ATC’s.   *Let me know in your email if you prefer the butterfly or the flower:  dianebakerwilliams@gmail.com    

Sneaking peeks at other’s creative spaces at What’s on Your Workdesk?  Wednesday.
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24 comments:

  1. Sylvia/LittleTreasuresMay 28, 2014 at 4:22 AM

    Your ATC's are lovely....I sent an email to you, just respond and I'll mail yours out, You are the name below mine Have a fun WOYWW.

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  2. UnknownMay 28, 2014 at 5:27 AM

    Hi Diane thanks for popping by. I just noticed your email so I am visiting whilst I look for a strawberry coulis recipe! I will pop my ATC in the post to you just as soon as it is finished. I like both of your designs so I will leave the choice to you. Love your mixed media piece it is fab. Happy WOYWW Anniversary to you Hugs Helen (not sure of my number as I duplicated!)

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  3. MaggieC (Silvercrafter)May 28, 2014 at 7:17 AM

    Your ATCs look beautiful and I really look forward to receiving mine. The colour of that Gerbera is absolutely stunning and I like the idea of toning down the background with a baby wipe. xx Maggie #49

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  4. KarenMay 28, 2014 at 8:42 AM

    Beautiful ATC's, butterflies always make crafting wonderful! Keep crafting! ♥ Karen ♥ 84 x

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  5. fairy thoughtsMay 28, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    Hi Diane I think this is my first visit to
    Your desk don't know how Iisded you before ..... Time restraints probably
    This is a good week to meet I love flowers but it had to be a butterfly one for me I love them. Mind you they all look great
    Happy hopping and thanks for your visit
    Janet @13

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  6. SueMay 28, 2014 at 9:38 AM

    Happy WOYWW 5th Anniversary.

    Beautiful ATCs.

    I hope you have a good WOYWW. Sue 59

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  7. UnknownMay 28, 2014 at 10:20 AM

    Happy 5th Anniversary. Your ATC's are beautiful. I need to learn how to make that torn paper background. #16

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  8. RobynMay 28, 2014 at 11:50 AM

    Wonderful cards and desk!
    I love the flower ones, if i have to pick a best.Happy WOYWW 5th, thanks for visiting and the snoop around.
    robyn 24

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  9. DarnellMay 28, 2014 at 12:07 PM

    Oh, Diane, your page is absolutely stunning and I'm bookmarking this post. That is no ordinary layout with die cuts; it's brilliant! Your ATCs are also bright and beautiful in both flower and butterfly! I received your email re swapping and I'd love to swap. I'll send you my addie via email. Thank you for the visit and for asking!! Happy WOYWW 5th Anniversary! Hugs, Darnell

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  10. shazsilverwolfMay 28, 2014 at 1:05 PM

    Hi Diane, the scrapbook page is amazing, love the vibrancy of it. Adore the butterfly ATC's, by the way. Would love to trade, if you have any left by now. No problem if they've all gone! Happy 5th, Have a great week, hugs, Shaz #72 xx

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  11. HelenMay 28, 2014 at 3:09 PM

    What beautiful atcs!! I love that WOYWW keeps introducing us to new friends, week after week!! Helen 7

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  12. KatzElbowsMay 28, 2014 at 3:13 PM

    Happy 5th and 1st anniversary. Your ATCs are gorgeous. I'll email my address to you and will happily take a flower or a butterfly.

    Happy WOYWW,
    Rachel #49

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  13. KatzElbowsMay 28, 2014 at 3:16 PM

    Sorry, having to do a second comment cos Blogger hates iPads. Just wanted to say that your bright vivid colours make me want to be a little more bold with colour. And I love the way you label your photo. I may have to try that too!

    Happy WOYWW,
    Rachel #49

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  14. AnneMay 28, 2014 at 4:26 PM

    Hello and thank you for visiting me earlier and wanting to swap ATC's. Yours are just lovely - afraid I'm not up to that standard!! Happy to swap though. Love the page you have done as well fabulous colours. Happy Anniversary. Anne x #36

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  15. pearshapedcraftingMay 28, 2014 at 5:58 PM

    Hi Dianne, Sorry I am only just getting to comment - yes I would love to swap and will e-mail you tomorrow - getting close to bedtime!!! Love your desk - my floor often has thrown scrap paper as I can't throw for toffee!!! Chrisx 61

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  16. Felix the Crafty CatMay 28, 2014 at 7:53 PM

    Lovely ATCs, wish I could keep my table so tidy. Hope you are having a happy WOYWW anniversary day, Angela x # 40

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  17. ChrysalisMay 28, 2014 at 10:41 PM

    Hi Diane - beautiful atc's there, and the page is gorgeous. I must get round to trying that technique - not sure if I need more hours in the day (typing this at 3.42am!) or another day in the week - either would be great, if you happy to come across them!! Love, Chris # 15

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  18. peggy aplSEEDSMay 28, 2014 at 11:23 PM

    Dropping by to greet you a happy 5th WOYWW anniversary! That's a wonderful page you made with the stencils!
    Yes, let's trade, Diane, I would love a butterfly. I'll send you an email!
    Hugs,
    peggy aplSEEDS

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  19. peggy aplSEEDSMay 29, 2014 at 12:00 AM

    and no, I did not make the bunny. I won her in a blog giveaway! I, too am in awe of those who can create stuffed toys!

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  20. HeARTworksMay 29, 2014 at 12:32 AM

    Hi Diane, Thanks for the visit! I would love any of your ATCs! But I like the Grow best if it is still available. As you are a no-reply comment blogger, I will just put my email address and you can send me your snail mail address: patsy.paterno (at) gmail.com. happy WOYWW Anniversary! patsy

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  21. UnknownMay 29, 2014 at 2:06 AM

    They all look so lovely,Happy Anniversary Karen #101

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  22. NikkiJune 1, 2014 at 1:42 AM

    Pretty Atcs all in a row :) Happy Belated WOYWW 5 hugs Nikki 32my Desk

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  23. okienurseJune 7, 2014 at 4:39 PM

    great looking desk and awesome ATC's... I haven't been able to post on Wednesdays for a while and I have missed it! Sorry I am so late getting around! Thanks for sharing. Vickie #62

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  24. glitterandglueJune 9, 2014 at 5:30 AM

    Hello Diane. Thanks for visiting, and so sorry it is taking me so long this week top get around folk! John is very dependent on me for pretty much everything at the moment - so spare time is...well, fairly nil! Lovely ATCs on your desk - and I love the vibrancy on that scrapbook page. Fantastic effort. Well done.
    Margaret

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