Sunday, January 16, 2011

Washi tape


This week-end being behind as usual, I've been constructing my journal for my online journaling class. In doing so I discovered a new love-Washi tape. It is from Japan a type of masking tape that comes in different widths and colors. It is so much fun and makes putting a journal together so easy. I had to take a 2011 day planner and add watercolor paper, envelopes, tags ect to it. The Washi tape made it easy to do and it seems to have held together well. Birds are the subject of my day planner with lots of nice illustrations of birds, also many bird facts. Did you know that the American Robin lives to be 13 years old? And that one ruby throated hummingbird had only 940 feathers? Part of my daily "chore" is to draw how like the weather I feel and one word that describes me. I'm having a little difficulty with today-is misty a weather? It is how I feel, not crying but near tears feeling bad for loved ones that are hurting, and I don't know how to help. Its also misty outside, foghorns blowing in the distance and sense of melancholy in the air.
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11 comments:

  1. DianneJanuary 16, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    I hope your mist clears up quickly... I've not tried the washi tape, but I've been altering journals lately and using different tapes to adhere fabrics and paper. I'll have to try it!

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  2. My Farmhouse KitchenJanuary 16, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    ...i didn't know what washi tape was either till julie sent me something that was wrapped in it...so darling....

    i hope you feel better soon, my friend

    sending a hug and love,
    kary and teddy
    xxx

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  3. Caterina GiglioJanuary 16, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    yes, misty is a weather, outside and inside in my world... xo

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  4. stregataJanuary 16, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Misty is definitely a weather and a feeling.
    Your new journal looks gorgeous!
    Hoping things will be better soon.

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  5. OlgaJanuary 17, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    I think there's something about winter that makes us long for comfort.
    The Washi tape looks like the greatest impact in the office supplies :)

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  6. BeccaJanuary 17, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    I've never heard of that tape before, where do you get it? I look forward to seeing your journal, I love birds, and thank you for those bird facts, very cool! I think misty is a weather, but that kind of misty weather makes me happy, so I would have to use "windy" if I felt the way you are. I hope your weather and spirits are looking brighter!
    Hugs :-)

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  7. robin dudley-howesJanuary 17, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    HI Lilly

    How are you? I haven't talked to you for a while. I love this tape! Where did you get it? I have some Tim Holtz tape that I love and hoard...ah hem...aRe you going to any art retreats this year? I can't believe a year has gone by almost since AAJ. Take care.
    robin

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  8. My Farmhouse KitchenJanuary 18, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    visiting some of my favorite blogs today...and you are a favorite !!!!

    hope this finds you well, my friend

    kary and teddy
    xxx

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  9. A time to danceJanuary 19, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    going to google washi tape NOW!!!! can we see more of the journal it looks lovely.

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  10. Dreamcicle JourneysJanuary 19, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Misty weather and inner feelings acompany me here in the NW many winter days. Art making helps to bring the sun inside along with friendship. Your Washi taped journal looks luscious with the soft colors.

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  11. paperbirdJanuary 21, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    i love the tape you have used- i think i have some tucked way somewhere but i have not used it yet :-(
    i am sorry for the trials that your loved ones are facing and for the sadness it brings you- you are such a tender heart.

    have a beautiful weekend
    xoxo

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