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smallwood

Date Joined: January 19, 2008
Last Online: February 9, 2012
Birthday: November 19
Country: United States
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About Me

I am a paper artist. I love art journaling, collage, bookmaking, zines, and letter writing. I enjoy altering books and searching thrift stores and flea markets for cool paper ephemera to use in my projects. Creating art postcards, splattering paint, and crafting with my kids are my between art time fillers.

Favorite Books

Books on journaling, art journaling, zines made by you, journals made by you, altered books made by you.

Organizing

One of my main personal goals is organizing my craft room. I love to hear about other folks unique, clever, and thrifty strategies for organizing their tools and supplies. I really enjoy giving new life to furniture pieces and odds and ends that I already have or that I can acquire inexpensively at thrift stores or yard sales.

Things I Collect

unique buttons, rick rack, art rubber stamps, stationery, note cards, pearl ex, lace, trims, sentiment stickers, art postcards, tobacco cards, rhinestones, old calendars that I can salvage images out of

Private Swaps

I would very much enjoy doing a private swap. I would like to swap one of my handmade items for one of yours...preferrably a different genre. Things I could make for you would be handmade cards, art postcards, journal, altered book, or a collage.

Swap Philosophy

I swap because I enjoy making special packages for someone. To brighten someone's day gives me alot of pleasure. If you do not recieve a swap from me, contact me as soon as you think there is a problem. I am very prompt about getting out my swaps, and am very picky about which swaps I join so I don't get over-committed. Swapping is friendly! Swapping is fun! Share the joy!

Ratings

freespirit66 rated for Sample Book or Box swap on Mar 9, 2009

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Comment: Absolutely one of the coolest swaps I've ever received! The sample book is awesome!! I have it by the side of my bed because I like looking it and it is quite inspirational. What interesting elements you included...and they are ones that are perfectly tailored to my interests. That you so much for your creativity and generosity with this swap.

Response: Thank u for the glowing comments. I am very happy that u liked it. It was a very fun project!

kthanxbye rated for cardmaking embellishments baggie USA only on Jan 29, 2009

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Comment: Thank you so much for the goodies:)

hippofairy rated for Create and Share Postcard Swap - US Only on Jan 10, 2009

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Comment: thank you for the great swap! thank you for all the neat handmade postcards! this was fun! i hope we do it again!

Response: Glad u enjoyed it! It was fun for me, too! Would love to swap again!

Reds rated for 13 Things Shared Mini Journal Swap - US Only on Dec 10, 2008

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Comment: I loved your approach to this! -- Reds

Response: Thanks, Red! It was fun to make. :)

tripleplay rated for The 12 Days of Halloween Swap! on Oct 1, 2008

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Comment: Kay, I received my goodies yesterday.I am so excited, I can't wait to open them. I am giving you a heart aleady because I can tell you put alot of effort into wrapping them.I am having a hard time keeping the kids away from them LOL. I will update when I open them. Thanks and Happy Halloween. UPDATE : I loved everything, you did a great job with this swap. You made my Halloween a little more special. Thanks again.

sewhappy rated for Matchbox Madness - sewhappy and smallwood private on Sep 6, 2008

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Comment: Oh, I love the matchbox you sent me. You won't believe this...I'm doing a chunky book with the "Time" theme. The extras you sent will be perfect for it! Thanks sooo much for everything. Once again - you're a doll. Hugs!

Response: So glad u liked it! If u need more time stuff, we can do a whimsy jar of time goodies...or some other such fun. I am in a "time" mode myself.

breccamerie rated for Image Swap - private between breccamarie and small on Aug 28, 2008

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Comment: Wow, Kay you went way out of your way! I love the book you bound all the images in and it's going to be a hard swap to match. Thanks so much for all of it! Yours will be on it's way in a few days. Thank you Thank you!

Response: You are so welcome. I am so glad u liked them. Enjoy them and creat some beautiful things.

happypup rated for Handmade Nature Themed Postcard - US Only on Aug 10, 2008

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Comment: I love your "piling on" method of layering! The card is reawlly lovely and I enjoyed reading what you wrote. Thank you!

SundayCoffee rated for Rubber Stamped Images - Scav Hunt - US/Canada on Jul 30, 2008

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Comment: Fabulous!!! Thanks a million, Kay, You're the best!! Hope to swap with you again!

loisxlane rated for "Getting to Know Me" Collage Book - US Only on Jul 29, 2008

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Comment: I loved the mini flip book you put together! It was very creative and I love the direction you took with it. It was extremely creative. :) Thank you!

agonysdecay rated for What a hoot!!! Owl's ATC SWAP **USA ONLY** on Jul 24, 2008

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Comment: KAY!! Thank you so much for the most ADORABLE owl ATC! AHH, I love your owl stamps, they are just soo damn cute!! You did a VERY amazing job on this!!! I like the quote you put on it too! I've really got to learn how to emboss, I've seen so many neat embossing jobs, including yours! I even love the pretty napkin thingie, it will find a good home here! Thanks so much again dear! ♥

Response: So glad u loved your ATC. I am an embossing nut! :) You can peel that napkin apart and use the layers for decoupage. U can decoupage a layer to some paper to make a cool new background for your next atc. Enjoy!

breccamerie rated for What a hoot!!! Owl's ATC SWAP **USA ONLY** on Jul 21, 2008

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Comment: Great ATC! Thanks so much! Regardless of how it looks I am falling behind on a few swaps sooo, got a little carried away. Love the ATC and all the beautiful Owl stamps you used on my package. Where did you find those at?!

craftygirl rated for Crafter's Pinata - US and Canada Only on Jul 16, 2008

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Comment: Thank you so much for everything! I love the egg! You have been a great host too!

sewhappy rated for Surprise ATC Private Swap between sewhappy and sma on Jul 10, 2008

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Comment: Thanks for the great Cross ATC. I love it! Also appreciate all the papers you sent me - can't wait to use them. Would love to swap with you again sometime. :)

Response: So glad u liked the ATC and papers. I would like to swap again too when things settle a bit. :). Thanks!

CyndiLou rated for "What I'm Made Of" Recipe Book on Jul 9, 2008

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Comment: Oh,My,Gosh! The cookbook you made me is so cute! It is so sweet and a little old fashioned! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!! I am going to take it to work and show everyone! You get 20 hearts from me! C

Response: I am so glad u liked it. I finally just had to make myself quit working on it. I kept wanting to add things. :) I am honored that u will be showing it off. Hope u enjoy the recipes, too!

Artistic rated for "I Can Do This!" Handmade Card Kit - US Only on Jun 19, 2008

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Comment: The embossing on the envelope is just lovely! My own embossing never turns out like that. Thank you for the great card kit.

Response: Hope u get alot of enjoyment out of the kit. I enjoyed the swap and am enjoying your generous package!

CupcakeKat rated for ::vintage kitchen:: on Jun 17, 2008

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Comment: This had to be my favorite swap so far!! Every thing about it was special from the canister to the wrapping paper to those pesky ants....I love it all. Thank you for putting so much thought into my box. Million hearts!!

Response: So glad u liked it! Hey, those ants are great...they don't bite! :)

AmandaC rated for "Sharing the Joy" Private Swap on Jun 3, 2008

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Comment: Hi Kay - Thank you for such a nice, well put-together package! I loved the wrapping paper, both on the box and inside too. :) I absolutely love your book, I never would have guessed that you hadn't done that before! I especially like the page about your sweetie, very cute. Great job on this, I had so much fun swapping with you!! I will display your book on a shelf in my craft room for inspiration! :)

AngieTheArtist rated for "Have It My Way" Handmade - Mississippi, US only on Jun 3, 2008

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Comment: Wow!!! You are truly a Mississippi girl at heart. Your package was so way out there, that I was stunned with silence (That's a miracle). Then I screamed and screamed with delight. The package arrived decorated so beautifully. The beautiful box, scented, handmade soaps, necklace, cards, and more. I can not even thank you enough. I have met a friend for life!

Response: So glad u liked it! I hope u get much enjoyment out of it. It was a lot of fun putting together. Let's swap again soon!

girthta rated for ***Whimsy Jar Swap*** on May 12, 2008

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Comment: OH MY GOD!!!! You were absolutely correct not to decorate the jar. It's so gorgeous! How could it be better, I certainly can't imagine. I'm having so much fun looking into the jar at all the fun stuff inside. Birds, Jewelry, beads, butterflies, GUM! I can't take it all apart here at work but I can't wait to get home! Thank you thank you thank you!!! ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

Response: I am so glad u like it! Hope u find a slew of useable goodies tucked inside. Enjoy!

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Rating Overview

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Comments

simindy on Apr 7, 2009:

Rose827 on Feb 9, 2009:

You're invited! Come join us for some awesome Scrapbooking!

Happy Swapping!

hippofairy on Jan 13, 2009:

thank you for hosting the "Create & Share Postcards" swap! i love the postcards you made! and really appreciate the extra ones too! thank you so much for sharing your creativity with me! and i can't wait to try the chicken noodle recipe. yum!

whiteway on Dec 8, 2008:

Thanks for joining the Ribbons and Buttons #2 Swap! Have fun! :)

ArtsyAthina on Jul 25, 2008:

I just wanted to thank you so very much for the amazing owl prints you sent me. I actually really appreciate it, because I still haven't received either of my Owl ATC's from both partners....you made my day chica!! Thanks again, Athina ♥

threechickies on Jul 11, 2008:

What a lovely, lovely surprise to get a thank you gift from you! It really made my week!! Thank you, you wonderful lady!

ArtsyAthina on Jun 30, 2008:

Thanks for joining my "What a hoot!!! Owl's ATC SWAP" I hope you enjoy it!!

-Artsy Athina

athinaa2005

jaz1yn on Jun 22, 2008:

Hi :) I randomly came across your profile and saw that you like collage. I'm actually hosting a collage images swap (http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/17031)... please feel free to check it out or join!

momilani510 on May 19, 2008:

just when I thought you spoiled me rotten, you went & did it again! Thank for the extra cards you sent! ( I LOVE the owls!) You truly are a wonderful swapper & coordinator!

sunrooms on Apr 30, 2008:

Kay, you are officially the coolest swap coordinator on this website! what an awesome idea to send out papers. I really loved all of the sheets you sent! :D Wish I could give you a heart ;]

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