Mixed Media Art - Use Your Ephemera

[@catincj1952]

I've just started doing this myself. . . , sending off my first box of goodies to a friend; stuff I know I won't use . . . she's ecstatic . . . and so am I! win/win!

[@pamhemmerling]

That is such a good idea to share with a friend like that!! I agree it is a win-win!

[@paulinewhite3273]

Hi Pam, whilst you were showing your gessoed flash cards I thought they are a ready made journal. I would punch holes and slip them onto two ring clips. I would like the different ‘ page’ sizes. As they have gesso both sides the ‘ journal’ is ready to decorate in your own time. Great.

[@pamhemmerling]

What a great idea Pauline!! I may have to give that a try--thanks for sharing!

[@doreendilger]

I have the same problem! It is on my list to reorganize my she shed and get rid of some stuff. I would love to see a full tour of your studio!! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@pamhemmerling]

Oh Doreen, it is good to know that I am not alone! How does all this stuff accumulate?! Even now I am struggling to let go of random paper that I have not used in 5+ years. The "what if" is real. On another note I have been thinking of doing an updated studio tour as the last one I did was in June 2023 so thanks for that suggestion.

[@revamadryga]

those large cards with all the letters and hidden words are for the board game version of Wheel of Fortune!

[@pamhemmerling]

This makes me so happy that you knew what those cards were!! Thanks for letting me know.

[@carolphelps8907]

I have recently gone through my ephemera stash. It’s difficult to get rid of stuff! However I have STOPPED keeping stuff. It is really freeing not to keep every bit of paper, envelope or cereal box! Let’s see how long I can keep it up!

[@pamhemmerling]

Oh Carol, I can so relate to you. Why oh why do I feel compelled to keep every bit of paper?! It is freeing to purge. I now try to ask myself, "Can I replace this? Do I have access to more?" that seems to help my compulsion. Glad to know I'm not alone!

[@MrsPatJones]

Well! That's a coincidence! I'm sorting through all my studio ephemera and resources whilst we are having the decking replaced. So I know exactly where you are coming from - not sure how much will be thrown away but some can go to the charity/thrift shop. have enough "stuff" to last till I die!!! thanks for your vid.

[@pamhemmerling]

I'm glad to know that it is not just me!! We creatives tend to be collectors and gatherers and borderline hoarders!! Good luck with the organizing!

[@mariach46]

Omg i have the same problem with keeping things, not using them because I think ill never have it again 😭 i have a ton of fabrics too, which I was able to let go of . I don't even miss it anymore. But I know i must use up my ephemera and not hoard them!!

[@pamhemmerling]

Maria, you are definitely my ephemera kindred----holding on and saving and not using. What is wrong with us?! I also have fabric that I occasionally reach for and currently, the large bin is overflowing, like the lid won't close. I guess that is my next organizational project!

[@lindaroane4306]

Just purged and I don't have a ton of stuff, but it was getting out of control (whicj.no kne really had anyway.)

[@pamhemmerling]

Oh Linda, I can relate--sometimes it isn't about too much but about the chaos of the stuff! Hope you've got things organized now!

[@cherylmacedo5521]

You have cooooool ephemera….

[@pamhemmerling]

Thanks Cheryl! I love the thrift store as I never know what I might discover.