Read Thread: Alright. It's time to get sappy.
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Board: LTC: Trades and Trackers
Reply to: #947674 by Linden Leaf
Jun 30, 2017 3:11pm
I agree. :^)
Thanks for this wonderful post, Linden Leaf!
Re: Alright. It's time to get sappy.
Board: LTC: Trades and Trackers
Reply to: #947674 by Linden Leaf
Jun 30, 2017 3:42pm
I agree that art mirrors their maker. I understand the sentiment that you think of the person that the card is for as you make it too. I feel that way about quilts. When I sew for someone, I think of the person while making the quilt. Then, when someone uses their quilt, it's like wearing a hug.
My "just paper" comments are usually for people who are struggling to fulfill a commitment due to things happening in their life. Ultimately, they are "just paper". That doesn't mean they aren't REALLY AWESOME paper.
My "just paper" comments are usually for people who are struggling to fulfill a commitment due to things happening in their life. Ultimately, they are "just paper". That doesn't mean they aren't REALLY AWESOME paper.
Re: Alright. It's time to get sappy.
Board: LTC: Trades and Trackers
Reply to: #947674 by Linden Leaf
Jun 30, 2017 4:25pm
That's good to know, because when I join or list a tracker I choose my image from what calls to my deepest depths. A lot of times there's personal emotion or memory/experiences in my image choices.
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Board: LTC: Trades and Trackers
Reply to: #947674 by Linden Leaf
Jul 1, 2017 1:50am
I think most people that stick around in doing LTCs feel similarly. I do the same thing, I start to create the card, then change things based on how I think people would like it. It's been a while since I've done any, but maybe this fall, I'll make another set.
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Board: LTC: Trades and Trackers
Reply to: #947674 by Linden Leaf
Jul 1, 2017 5:41am
I love seeing everyone's skill levels change as they get better with each contribution! LTC's are a lot of fun!
Re: Alright. It's time to get sappy.
Board: LTC: Trades and Trackers
Reply to: #947674 by Linden Leaf
Jul 1, 2017 9:25pm
I had one ltc that was made for a tribute to a letterboxer who had passed. It reminded me how brave she was and I actually put it on my bedside table while I recovered from a difficult surgery. Some ltc's are fun, some are cute and some are awe inspiring....something for everyone. I wish my life had room for them, but it is not in the cards right now.
Re: Alright. It's time to get sappy.
Board: LTC: Trades and Trackers
Reply to: #947742 by storm rider
Jul 1, 2017 9:40pm
I really enjoy your post. Thank you. <3