A few months ago, I found out about a TV show about people who have hoarding problems. I didn't know what to think about the people they feature and the stuff they accumulate, but the show moved me to clean my bathroom at 12 midnight!
As a paper crafter, I can relate to the "hoarding" mentality. It is especially hard for me because I can't easily get supplies here if and when I run out. Thankfully, I have a very limited crafting space in our bedroom that FORCES me not to keep things. I still find myself acquiring things that are neglected after awhile. So, a few weeks ago, I decided to start what I call my "Dehoarding Project." I know it's a made up word, but I can't think of an antonym of hoarding. :-)
I gather my coordinating supplies and limit myself to a block of time. Then, I just start creating with them. This is a project I did for a friend's charity auction. The supplies I used:
As a paper crafter, I can relate to the "hoarding" mentality. It is especially hard for me because I can't easily get supplies here if and when I run out. Thankfully, I have a very limited crafting space in our bedroom that FORCES me not to keep things. I still find myself acquiring things that are neglected after awhile. So, a few weeks ago, I decided to start what I call my "Dehoarding Project." I know it's a made up word, but I can't think of an antonym of hoarding. :-)
I gather my coordinating supplies and limit myself to a block of time. Then, I just start creating with them. This is a project I did for a friend's charity auction. The supplies I used:
- Basic Grey Curio Papers
- Basic Grey Curio Chipboard Stickers
- SRM Stickers Wishing You Well Sticker Sentiments
- ribbons, buttons, flowers, lace and bling
Here are some tips I shared in a previous post about mass producing cards that I'll share here again:
- Use a paper collection to mix and match since they are already color coordinated for you. To get started, I cut 4" x 5.25" sheets of patterned papers. I then mix them with the others in the collection. And as much as you'd like to, resist keeping every little piece of leftover patterned paper. I usually don't keep anything that is smaller than a 4" x 4."
- Use the collection's colors as a guide and limit the colors you use for your card base.
- Follow a simple sketch to keep the creative juices flowing.
- Utilize available tools like punches, stamps and stickers to get the job done.
Here are two of the cards I made. You can see the other 4 in the SRM Blog post today. These papers make my cards look layered. And having the SRM Stickers make them super fast to create.
On another note, I have something new and exciting coming up. Here's a little snippet:
Your cards are gorgeous, Nina! Sounds like a fantastic idea! I could certainly use some "dehoarding"!
ReplyDeletethe whole set is just lovely, nina:)
ReplyDeletehoarder here...well, not quite as bad as that tv show..yipes.
ReplyDeleteTHANK you for these tips...I like this idea of gathering and mass producing. I have a hard time mass producing but like you method.
Your cards are simply gorgeous!
Beautiful creations!
ReplyDeleteI just saw that show about a month ago and it freaks me out!!! I think, "How can that happen?"...then I step in my stamping area and see I have a teeny weeny percentage of it when it comes to dp, lol! Ugh.... When I see the show, I get this strong urge to clean/throw something away...
ReplyDeleteYour cards are just lovely and will definitely be doing some dehoarding projects. Maybe we can have a dehoarding hop, lol!! Thanks for the inspiration my friend!
As always, your cards are simply gorgeous! I can't believe you work in a tiny space - I would have imagined you having a very large, fully equipped studio! You never cease to amaze me with your creativity! Thanks for the dehoarding inspiration, my friend! I'm thinking I'll do a little of that today! And...what a tease you are! Now I cannot WAIT to see what new and exciting something has your name on it!!! lol...Hugs!
ReplyDeleteWell, I need to stop collecting so much craft material...I can't make as fast as i collect....I'm trying to do better!
ReplyDeleteI can identify with the "hoarding" of scrapbook papers, trim, etc. Love your creations.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a fun project. I may have to give it a try! I enjoy making card sets as gifts. I am completely baffled by your sneak peek, but it must be a new stamp set or product line of your own!
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure why, but I can't see your pictures on my email or on your site. I'm sure whatever you created is as wonderful as usual!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards, Nina! I guess you have created a new signature!!!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing what you have been working on. Your cards are great!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card!!! I'm not good with surprises...tell me now woman!!! :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards, great tips and thanks so much for sharing your scenery in your prior post! God's creativity and beauty are the ultimate inspiration!
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