I am very lucky to know quite a few creative people, people who inspire me. A few years ago when art journals made an appearance in the scrapbooking world, it was suggested I do one too...I wasn't sure what I would do, so declined - I liked the concept and what I saw, but it wasn't for me (at the time).
But this year all that may change, and it is basically because I got to see this amazing womans work up close & personal last week: http://www.jennygarlick.com/2013/01/art-journalling-and-scrapbooking.htm. I also read a really great article about art journals which makes starting one not quite so daunting: http://notesonpaper.blogspot.com.au/2011/09/art-journal-page-from-start-to-finish.html
This year I have decided that I am going to start an art journal, do more layouts and get my Project life stuff organised (I did not say DO Project Life). I am not sure yet if I will have to go back into isolation again, but I will be off work for a bit recovering from my fourth lot of surgery shortly, so instead of just making cards (or even), I thought I would change things up a bit this time so I will post what I do, when I can.
So thank you to my crafty friends for your inspiration and your creativity (and of course your friendship).
Oh Peta - I feel very touched and honoured that my work has inspired you and I am soooooo glad that you were because you are good!!!!! Thank you for your incredibly kind words and I feel really pleased that you are having fun and exploring new creative angles at this very difficult time for you. Lots of love Jenny xx
ReplyDeleteI decided the no pressure approach may be best this year and that seems to have been the best idea. This year I am doing it for me...no classes, no design teams, no card a day, just what I want to do, when I want to do it. There is no doubt though, hanging out with other crafty people makes it easier.
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