So I hadn't intended to do a blog post this week as
WOYWW had essentially disbanded. I'd finally got around to sending my ATC Swaps and I received my first 2. Many thanks to
Jo-Twiglet and my surprise ATC from
Wipso-Annie.
I emailed my SWAP partners and I got the hint that WOYWW hadn't completely hit the dust. After being devastated with the news last week, as it was like losing a friend, I'm now back in the saddle wondering where we go from here and when the take over will be, but oh so glad this isn't the end after all.
So for me - I finished my week long retreat and here are the last 5 pages. I joined the Facebook group Express Your Artsy Soul as the leader's (Casey Turner) work really inspired me (middle page)
I finished the 12 day Nest Fest and the day's lesson which really got me was on Acrylic paints, so I copied the page adding my bits to it.
I also plodded along with Messy May which as it says on the tin is daily throughout May. I loved the work from the day 15 botanical prompt, making my own hand drawn stencil/mask from acetate. A bit like Helen's stamp and mask which I have been drooling over lately.
Here's the past 6 days of Messy May. The last page was really from Casey's Facebook Monday prompt of using Lime Green but it seemed to fit the Bold of Messy May so I combined them.
If that wasn't all I turned up my new light loose trousers for geocaching walks. Big advantage of being so short is just enough fabric left over to make patch pockets - horrah. Awkward to sew on ready made trousers but they will do the trick.
Added a loop tag to tie stuff on too in the field, my left hand Carpal Tunnel is really bad so I can't hold my phone for long now. Good news is I have an appointment for 27th June for my first steroid injection. Praying that will alleviate the symptoms.
After posting my overseas ATCs today I hit the local charity and stationary shops and came home with these.
Music score, dress pattern, plasterboard joint tape, wooden trinkets and 3 new paint colours, the red is neon whoop whoop.
I have created a
PDF of my hand drawn/painted flowers/foliage and thought I could share this here as a thank you for all the friendships over the years. Feel free to download and use if you wish.
The new location is linked below - Whoop Whoop
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Happy WOYWW Everyone.
SO glad to be keeping this friendship circle going BJ. Mister Linky is up on my blog if you would like to link up. WOnderful work on your desk as always. Stay safe and Happy WOYWW. Sarah
ReplyDeleteRoll on the 27th of next month then. My injection didn't work for about three days then suddenly I realised there was no more pain. Hope it is as successful for you.
ReplyDeleteFab pages as usual BJ, I am always in awe of your work that you share with us and I am well impressed with the trousers, Impressed with the haul too.
Hugs, Neet 2 xx
Oh I do hope the injection works for you, I was in heaven when I got one for my ankle and that was over 10 years ago now. You are really getting a lot out of these courses, your style is really developing and growing - I bet you are pleased you made the time. ATC will get postedthis week, but looking at the weather maybe not today! Have a good week, love n hugs Cindyxx #7
ReplyDeleteHope your injection is successful. I am having a series of 12 injections in my hips and knees - half way now. I am hoping these will add some lubricant to the joints...
ReplyDeleteHow busy you have been! My additions to Messy May have been negligible!
Happy WOYWW! Susan #10
I fear a steroid injection might be in my future as well, as the IVIG wears off. Fun times...I would miss your fulsome posts if WOYWW was ending so quite glad it has all worked out. There was a moment of panic there. wasn't there? Anyway, your ATC is on the way and thanks for the PDF - I am totally going to use that and soon. Lovely stuff!
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Happy New Location WOYWW!
Mary Anne (9)
Hooray for WOYWW carrying on, life would have been very strange without it for sure! Lovely work on your desk today and wow, you got a good haul from the charity shop! Greta colours you found and yes, please feel free to print off the photo of the pinks and greens on my blog!!
ReplyDeleteHugs LLJ 4 xx
Like you, I'm so glad our friendship circle is continuing. It is my fav day of the week.
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Annie x # 6
I'm so glad this is continuing, it's a lovely group to belong to. I'm enjoying your pages, they are all so lovely and the new stash looks very interesting - I bet you'll have some fun with all that. I do hope the injection works for you - the symptoms are so horrible and frustrating to live with.
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Diana xx #8
I missed the acrylic session unfortunately. I am in the middle of doing my prayer cards and looking forward to the watercolour flowers one. Your flower sheet is gorgeous! I really need a small printer in the caravan, trouble is they are expensive. Love you work on show today. Happy WOYWW. Angela #11
ReplyDeleteyour atc arrived today, and there is one on it's way to you too ! the crop was great, I am sure you've caught up with some of the posts (I have just got back from Kew!) Your week has been so busy again with some amazing work and your retreat sounds very productive. Happy WOYWW Helen #1
ReplyDeleteGood morning, BJ.
ReplyDeleteLovely pieces.
Sorry about the carpal tunnel. Get that taken care of asap. My husband waited to long for the surgery and the snip didn't work. He still has constant tingling in his fingertips - says it's like picking up a cactus constantly.
So blessed we are still all together!
Creative Blessings & Hugs! ~ Kelly #16
p.s - Thanks for the digital. Look forward to playing with the pieces.
ReplyDeleteFabulous craftiness on your work top as always and I'm loving those flowers/leaves etc at the bottom! I was about to do something simular for my freebie, but got cross with the printer, still prints things double, oddly, I printed something on coffee stain paper and it worked ok! Have a great new WOYWW week! ((Lyn)) #17
ReplyDeleteI am also very happy that WOYWW is still going! I love your PDF, thank you! You may just see some of those images in my journals! Very good idea, I think I might just make copies of my images as well so I don't have to keep remaking them! Since I've done my 100 days of using fodder (day 91 today!) I am definitely running out! Have a wonderful week, Lindart #18
ReplyDeleteHi BJ, I'm a bit late getting round today as I got the message this morning that my mum died early this morning but it's a relief for her as she's not been doing too well for some time, she was 95. I had intended posting your ATC today but as you c an imagine I've been a bit distracted but it will be on it's way soon I promise. Loving your new stash. I saw your comment about the paint on my blog. I got them from Etsy, it is a UK company. I have only bought the tiny set as they are not cheap and I wanted to try them out. This link should get you there: https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1484283122/mini-mythical-palette-handmade?
ReplyDeleteWishing you a very happy and creative woyww, Angela x13x
Hello BJ, Like you, I'm so relieved that WOYWW is continuing. It would be such a loss otherwise. For somebody who is struggling with carpal tunnel syndrome you are doing incredibly well with your craftng and sewing too! Hopefully the injection will make a big difference. I like your charity shop finds and now I'm wondering what you intend to do with the pattern. Are you going to make up the dress or use the tissue for something else entirely? Have a great week. Elizabeth x #21
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