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| Treasures March Artist Trading Card Exchanges |
There may be one card missing from this lot, but these are the cards I received for last month. The theme was "Shamrock", and I think each and every one was a unique endeavor by all the artists. I love them all!
As I'm sure each recipient has come to know my style, I'm becoming more familiar with each of theirs, too. I think they're all fun and creative, and are great additions to my collection.
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| My April Artist Trading Card |
The first thing I did was search out an image that I thought would best exemplify our April theme: "Rain". I purchased this sweet bunny artwork from VintageArtRealm on Etsy. I knew I was going to add raindrops, so I first affixed the image (printed on cotton fabric) to the base fabric, using a shimmering Madeira thread. Then, I used a holographic thread from Kreinik to make stitches above the umbrella. Each stitch is anchored with a sparkling bead.
All my cards are in addressed envelopes and will be heading to the swap participants today. Now that this project is complete, I think I'm going to turn my focus to my bluebird embroidery. It's about time, don't you think?
I have my MRI and doctor's appointment today, so I may not be embroidering today. I know there won't be the stress that I had with the other one, but I may just choose to take it easy when I get home. We'll see. Either way, I have a feeling you'll see an image of my bluebird embroidery tomorrow...just to remind you what I'm going to be dancing with next.
They are all so cute, & your April card is perfect.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your appointment today.
Marilyn
Hi Marilyn:
DeleteI agree that they're all cute. Thanks. I'm glad you like mine for this month. Today (Thursday) didn't go as planned. ugh More on that in tomorrow's post.
xoxo
Donna
Once more you've received a fun collection of ATC's and I must say I love your handsome w'abbit skipping through the puddles left from the April showers.
ReplyDeleteHi MA:
DeleteI'm going to have to come up with a new way to store all these! I'm used to belonging to swaps where you only have one partner, not multiples. It's fun, but a lot more work, for sure.
I couldn't resist the rabbit with the 'brolly. There was another image I really wanted to use, but alas, it wasn't available without copyright infringement. I won't do that. Perhaps I'll share the image later. (Hint: Gal with umbrella, dog and ducks.)
xoxo
Donna
I used to store my ATC's in the pages that kids use to store their Pokemon or hockey cards. I think each page holds at least nine (18 if you use both sides of the sleeves)...or maybe it was 12...can't remember for sure. At any rate, they're available at the dollar store and not expensive. Then all you need is a 3 ring binder.
DeleteSherryofcreateology: Good Luck with your appointment today. Wonderful March ATCs. I Love your puddle dancing Rabbit with Umbrella and Rain for April. I have my idea however I have yet to begin.
ReplyDeleteHi Sherry:
DeleteAppointment cancelled today. I'll explain tomorrow. I loved all the March ATCs and yours are always so special. Glad you like my for April. Should arrive soon. I'll watch for yours.
xoox
Donna
Charlene in Phoenix - my favorite March one is the drink in lower left. The bunny is just adorable. You really made it special. Prayers for you today. Keep us all posted.
ReplyDeleteHi Charlene:
DeleteMy sister, Jan did that one. I love it, too! Glad you like the bunny. It's funny how things look different to me when I photograph them. (My bunny looks like he's running from meteorites to me now. LOL) No test today. I'll explain tomorrow. ugh
xoxo
Donna
He is so adorable, the rain drops are genius (as always).
ReplyDeleteThe only showers here will be two inches of snow Friday.
Shirley
Hi Shirley:
DeleteThanks, dear. I told Charlene above that in the photo (from a distance, squinting...) it looks like my bunny is fleeing more than romping in the rain. Too late now. lol I'm over the snow. I never even put up my "Let It Snow" sign on the back door last winter, but I still have a cushion with "Winter" on it. I guess I have to put that away, too! Stay safe and warm, dear.
xoxo
Donna
All those cards are so fun! I always love me a good bunny... he's adorable!
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