I leave for Seattle to go to ArtFest in less than 48 hours! Do you have any idea how excited I am?! You probably do, since I've been raving about it for months. This is my first time to ArtFest, so packing has been quite the adventure. The supply lists for each class are extensive. I'm taking a Mixed Media Naturalist class with LK Ludwig on Thursday, Do Not Disturb: Creating a creative island with Lynne Perrella on Friday, and What lies inside with Pam Garrison on Saturday. Lots of collage elements to get together, pictures to print on every kind of paper imaginable, paper to tear for Pam's journal class and endless "tools" to gather. Don't get me wrong, I'm certainly not complaining. I've just never been on a trip quite like this one before:)
So here's my little trunk of brooches to trade. Made a whole new batch, since the first 40 went out for my spring swaps. 
Then I made four of these bird collages on old book covers for some special trades.
This tote (made by the lovely Chrissy Howes) is full of surprise goodie ephemera bags! My moo cards are there too. Put them on chains so they're easy to carry and will put the new cards that I get on chains as well. I think there's going to be a lot of trading of moo cards going on!
So I'm all packed and ready to go!
Here's my entire suitcase of art supplies and my folder of images, ephemera and such.
The inside of my suitcase. It's all been accounted for!
Oh yea, I guess I should pack my clothes now. That's a whole other suitcase!
So here's my little trunk of brooches to trade. Made a whole new batch, since the first 40 went out for my spring swaps. Then I made four of these bird collages on old book covers for some special trades.
This tote (made by the lovely Chrissy Howes) is full of surprise goodie ephemera bags! My moo cards are there too. Put them on chains so they're easy to carry and will put the new cards that I get on chains as well. I think there's going to be a lot of trading of moo cards going on!
So I'm all packed and ready to go!
Here's my entire suitcase of art supplies and my folder of images, ephemera and such.
The inside of my suitcase. It's all been accounted for!Oh yea, I guess I should pack my clothes now. That's a whole other suitcase!
ArtsyMama has (almost) left the building....See ya in a week:)
Take care xoxox
What are you bringing your ArtFest loot back in? It looks like you don't have any room :)
ReplyDeleteI've blogged today about the lovely gifts you sent me. Thanks, Girlfriend !
Have a great time at Artfest, Kari. Can't wait to hear all about it when you return!
ReplyDeleteKari...take lots of photos to share with us! Love all your loot to share!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time! We'll be waiting for fresh inspiration!
WOW, Have a great time!!! Can't wait to hear all about it!:)
ReplyDeleteHave a safe trip and a wonderful time! Lots like youa re all set. Loads of photos please and lots of info about...well, everything.
ReplyDeleteArtfest sound like so much fun! Love love love your bird collages!
ReplyDeleteI hope you have so much fun. I can't wait to hear from everyone about the experience. I hope to be able to go one day. People will definately want to trade with you!!
ReplyDeleteNerissa
You have some fun stuff. I can't wait to hear about your trip!!! Have Fun!!!
ReplyDeleteHave fun, Kari!!! I am so jealous!!! I love the stuff that you have made to take with you...simply gorgeous. Your style is amazing!!! smiles...
ReplyDeleteHave a great trip ;)
ReplyDeletewhat a BEAUTIFUL post. i think i'll print it out or something so i can visit it every time I am packing for a trip. you make it look so magical.
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a fabulous trip! Can't wait to see all the pics and your finished projucts!!! :)
ReplyDeleteYou'll be missed here while you're gone! I hope ArtFest is everything and more than you're expecting it to be!
ReplyDeleteLove all the photos, especially your pretty brooches spilling out of the trunk and those fab bird collages!
Hope you have a fantabulous time!! I've always wanted to go to it....maybe next year. Do share lots when you get back!!
ReplyDeleteOh, everything looks divine Kari!!
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a wonderful time! I would love to go myself one day...
When you get back, I would love to do a little spring swap with you if you are still up to those?
Let me know!
~Cerri
xoxo
Oh Kari!!! Everything looks so great!! How exciting!! Can't wait to see what goodies you bring back with you! Have a great time!! xo-Mel
ReplyDeleteI know you'll have a wonderful, magical time on your trip. I can't wait to hear all about it when you return! Your stash looks fab! We still need to go scrapping soon...
ReplyDeleteEnjoy every moment...can`t wait to hear all about it!!
ReplyDeleteIf you have time before you go, sign up for the giveaway on my blog!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are so organized, I'm very impressed! Love those birdie collages. Everything looks wonderful. Have a blasT!
ReplyDeleteHave a great time Kari. I know your trades will be a hit. From what I've seen there will be lots of great trades!
ReplyDeleteKari..wishing you all the best...I hope you have a fabulous time and I can't wait to see all the things you get from your swap's and all the photo's! Will miss your blogging for a while...enjoy! whose looking after the kid's while you're away? Hubby?
ReplyDeleteHave a great time!
ReplyDeletehave a wonderful time!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a blast. I'm emailing you my latest post and I'm mailing the swap TODAY!! (or tomorrow, since you'll be in Seattle...)
ReplyDeleteHave a great time!!!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE those book covers!!!~!!
ReplyDeleteHave fun Miss ArtsyMama!!!!!
Have a wonderful trip and a magical time at Artfest! Can't wait to see pictures when you get back!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a magical and memorable trip Kari!!! Such beautiful treats and love your "special" trades! Just GORgeous!
ReplyDeleteHey Babe!! I can't wait!! I am scrambling to get all my stuff done, I am mostly packed but I am freaking about my "special trades". I may be mailing some stuff when I get home. I wish I was as organized as you LOOK.. and your suitcase ROCKS!!!!
ReplyDeleteSee ya there!!!
xo
Have a super artsy time at Artfest. I'm so jealous. You are so cute and so organized. WOW!! Take lots of pictures and I can't wait for your report. Enjoy every moment of it and I'll be thinking of you. Your trades are so pretty and I love those bird collages. You are ONE AMAZING ARTCHICK!!! Have fun Kari!!!!!!!! Tami ;-) PS. We will certainly miss you!!
ReplyDeleteWOW, you go girl!!!
ReplyDeleteEverything you are bringing looks like something that should be displayed. It's all eye candy. I'm so excited for you! Have a wonderful time. Also, the bird collages and ribbons you made are so pretty! People will be very lucky to get your beautiful creations.
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Oh you are taking that Journal class of Pam! Lucky you! Wish I could come too *sigh*
ReplyDeleteHave a great time Kari! I'm looking forward to hear from you when you're back!
Have a wonderful time!! What beautiful goodies you have to trade!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to hear about all of your adventures!
Susan
hope you have a ball at artfest!! :)
ReplyDeleteKari--I love your collages on hangers!!! Love them!
you have beautiful creations to bring with you! have lots of fun!!
ReplyDelete"Are you home yet?" are you home yet?" Asks the anxious friend!
ReplyDeleteYour children will be so so happy to see you!
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ReplyDeleteHi darling,how about swapping links?
ReplyDeleteYour work is lovely. I am enjoying a read through your blog!
ReplyDeleteHave fun and enjoy!! Miss ya!!:-D
ReplyDeleteWaving from Sweden!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a fantastic time and remember lots to share with us!!!