Wednesday, November 3, 2010

What's on Your Workdesk Wednesday: ATCs and the start of an AB


I keep telling myself I will make posts between my What's on Your Workdesk Wednesday posts but obviously I didn't get to do that this week. Again.  But at least,with WOYWW, I get to post at least once a week!

I've been busy!  Getting my desk in order inspired me to do more organizing, and would you believe it?  I changed the drawer guides in the drawers in my desk.  I put in full extension drawer guides so now, the drawer opens out all the way til the end.  I am sooo pleased!  Move over, Mr. Handyman!


Then, I finished some ATCs.  Some of them had been lying around half finished for weeks, like these two Mother and Child pieces... 

And the ones I made by special request for trades in ATCs for All...



I also looked up the info that Elizabeth sent me about Altered books (ABs) and there were instructions to pick a book with at least 300 pages so that we could make a "niche book".  Uh oh, I had already picked the book with the least number of pages before I read this so I guess the niche book will have to wait.  Besides, Elizabeth says, "you are always free to break the rules, because there are none."  Wonderful!


So far, I have done a page, experimenting on using wall putty to glue some patterned paper napkin on.  More on that next time.


For now, it's off to visit some of the desks joining WOYWW in Julia's site.
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42 comments:

  1. Miss HillbillyNovember 3, 2010 at 9:04 AM

    thank you for that link about ATC's for all.
    I really want to start trading...as soon as I get better at making them!!

    I am working on some quilt designs.

    You amaze me at your work. I've said that before, maybe even twice, but I do love them!

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  2. Carola BartzNovember 3, 2010 at 9:20 AM

    I really like your mosque ATC, reminds me a little bit of the one of The Palace of Fine Arts that you sent me (the colors). VERY beautiful.

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  3. Bleubeard and ElizabethNovember 3, 2010 at 2:46 PM

    These ATCs are gorgeous. I can't draw or sketch, but what can I say? We all have our special skills. And you are the Bob Villa (if you know who he is) of WOYWW. Great carpentry skills, indeed.

    I'm glad you found the info helpful. And yes, I use gesso because it is so cheap here. But your way will work, too. I know what is cheap in my part of the world may not be where everyone else is. Glad you started that spread. It's a fun one just to say you did it! Happy WOYWW from #1.

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  4. cherylNovember 3, 2010 at 2:51 PM

    wow hun you sure have some talent your drawings are always a pleasure too see on a wednesday they really are,so beautiful,could look at them all day ,hugs cheryl xxxxx

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  5. ChrissieNovember 3, 2010 at 2:53 PM

    Just love your art work... particularly the first mother and child!
    Chrissie #3

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  6. HelenNovember 3, 2010 at 3:44 PM

    Good luck with your altered book! Check this blog out - a real altered book journey, it was fab (even though I have yet to start one) I found it really informative. And, Eileen's art is fab.
    http://thealteredbookjourney.blogspot.com/

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  7. akilli melekNovember 3, 2010 at 4:01 PM

    love the mother and child pieces, also like the tree on the shelves. caroline #16

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  8. UnknownNovember 3, 2010 at 4:14 PM

    Wow, you are so gifted, I love your drawings and the colours just draw me in, wonderful work area. Jo x

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  9. MortiNovember 3, 2010 at 4:18 PM

    Gorgeous work Peggy - have you not thought about getting your artwork printed up properly? Some of those mother and child images you do with halos would make perfect christmas cards?

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  10. AnnieNovember 3, 2010 at 4:32 PM

    Your artwork is stunning as always. Thanks for sharing.
    A x

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  11. donnalouiserodgersNovember 3, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    I am definitely beginning to that think altered books are the Canvas of choice for my personal Art Journals,

    love love love your mother and child series..

    Dx 46

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  12. purplecatNovember 3, 2010 at 5:11 PM

    Love the other and child pieces!!

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  13. NicksNovember 3, 2010 at 5:16 PM

    wow you are one talented lady! Great post thanks for sharing your workspace

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  14. Hope and ChancesNovember 3, 2010 at 5:27 PM

    Stunning mother and child pieces and your workspace, how inspirational to have your creations adorning it - truly lovely place to work I'm sure :-) Christine #7

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  15. SueNovember 3, 2010 at 6:27 PM

    Hi Ya
    wow your ATC are beautiful stunning art work, you are very talented,have great day, happy WOYWW, sue,(17)x

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  16. The Taming of the GlueNovember 3, 2010 at 7:46 PM

    Your artwork is just amazing. Wee done on the tidy up too! Pam (23)

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  17. Hels SheridanNovember 3, 2010 at 7:49 PM

    As ever your art is truly inspiring and the ATCs are just beautiful x

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  18. JulesNovember 3, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    Your ATCs are fabulous, wonderful artwork as always! I love visiting your desk and seeing your drawings :D (69)

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  19. ZueNovember 3, 2010 at 8:55 PM

    Fantastic workspace and beautiful ATCs. As ever your art work is wonderful to behold.
    Sue xx 73

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  20. judith@poppy cottageNovember 3, 2010 at 9:11 PM

    Love the ATCs, the book project looks interesting. Have a great day, Judith xx

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  21. DianeNovember 3, 2010 at 9:46 PM

    Oooh, I want to alter a book next year--I'm going to make the time!! I always love your ATC's!

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  22. Loopylou.November 3, 2010 at 9:57 PM

    oh my, those ATC's are just beautiful, hugs Lou xx

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  23. Create With JoyNovember 3, 2010 at 10:47 PM

    Your wall of art in front of your desk is so inspiring - I think I'd find it hard to get anything done if I was sitting there, lol!

    Seriously, your workspace looks SO inviting - and your projects this week sound fab!

    Ramona
    http://create=with-joy.blogspot.com

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  24. AnonymousNovember 3, 2010 at 11:20 PM

    Gosh you're talented. Your ATCs are fabulous. All the art around your desk is incredible as well. Thank you so much for sharing.

    have fun
    rachel #43

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  25. karenNovember 4, 2010 at 12:40 AM

    Wow, you are such an amazing artist. I love your space, it seems very well organized!
    Happy WOYWW!

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  26. SherryNovember 4, 2010 at 2:37 AM

    That's a great photo of your workspace Peggy! Your ATCs are fabulous. Good luck with altering your book, you've made a great start!

    Sherry (110)

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  27. Kym's Crafty CardsNovember 4, 2010 at 4:11 AM

    Peggy some wonderful artwork here. A lot of love and care has gone into these. Thanks for sharing your workspace. Best wishes, Kym xxx (WOYWW No 36)

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  28. katemade designsNovember 4, 2010 at 7:43 AM

    wow are you talented. Love the Madonna and child atc.

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  29. SpyderNovember 4, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    Your ATC's are fabulous works of art!!
    Happy WOYWW
    ((Lyn))

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  30. LillabillyNovember 4, 2010 at 1:09 PM

    Your work is so lovely! And I have to add I'm completely impressed about how organized your work space is! I wish I could keep mine like that!

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  31. voodoo vixenNovember 4, 2010 at 7:06 PM

    Lovely ATC's, you your artwork is beautiful and good luck with the altered book! Annette #5

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  32. Andrea - Wales, UKNovember 5, 2010 at 3:00 AM

    Amazing ATC's as always.

    A.xx(14)

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  33. SarahNovember 5, 2010 at 3:45 AM

    Lovely images again - book and putty sounds interesting..
    sasa 25

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  34. Theresa PlasNovember 5, 2010 at 4:43 AM

    You are busy busy busy! Great series and workdesk photos! Always fun visiting you!

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  35. lisaNovember 5, 2010 at 5:37 AM

    I know just what you mean about trying to get posts in between Wednesdays!!1
    Looks like you've been incredibly busy. Your drawers look so tidy.
    These ATC's are amazing, your artwork is superb.
    Thanks for sharing it with us.
    Hugs Lisa (112)

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  36. RachaelNovember 5, 2010 at 7:31 PM

    oh my word those ATCs are AMAZING!!! Have a good day :)
    Rach xx (115)

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  37. AnonymousNovember 5, 2010 at 10:53 PM

    i have a few drawers of my own that need organizing..but it's funny...my art stuff is all in pretty good shape...it's my wardrobe that needs the help.....I haven't worn some items in so long......

    have you inspired me to do something about that?
    nope!

    you made me want to play in my art room!
    and that is never a bad thing!

    ciao bella

    creative carmelina

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  38. UnknownNovember 6, 2010 at 4:23 AM

    Lovely work here!

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  39. Julia DunnitNovember 8, 2010 at 5:58 AM

    Love the different textures you've achieved in colouring thse ATCs, and as usual your artwork makes me smile when I see it. How exciting that you've started the AB - go you!

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  40. scrapwordsmomNovember 9, 2010 at 4:03 AM

    You are very talented. I am always amazed at what you can do with that little card. I have finsihed 10 ATC's and love them but I don't think I could draw on them!! Awesome job:)

    Thanks for stopping by my blog so much. I do appreciate your kind comments. I will be here more. In fact you'll be in my Blogroll so I don't forget;)

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  41. RoseFelixNovember 11, 2010 at 1:46 PM

    Aha ~ your drawings are wonderful Love it ~ Your spirit shines thru your work ~ Thanks for stopping by my blog as well ~
    "Knowing God & Making Him Known" ~ Much Love to you daily <3 Andrea

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  42. SaraNovember 12, 2010 at 10:05 AM

    what an inspiring little space to work in!! Your art, as always, is beautiful!!

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