Rolodex Card Collage - WEEK 14 - Small Collaging using Graphic Novel pages and Ali Express Stickers

Welcome to week 14 of my mini collage series where we will make 3 beautiful cards using pages from a graphic novel, stickers from Ali Express and forgotten ephemera. I hope you enjoy this video and thanks for all your wonderful support!
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[@joymeadows3646]

Hi, Barbie! These are so pretty - I love everything about them. I do not watch your channel for the MM challenge. I watch it for many reasons: your personality, your humor, your surreal collages, your diverse talent and your ability to turn something around when it doesn't suit you. I like the rolodex collages, the bird collages, the crossword collages - well I just like it all. I hope you continue to do YOU for future videos. Sharing some of your personal life makes it more caring also. Take care and I hope your eye problem will be corrected soon!! xoxo

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Like Sammy Davis, Jr sang; "Whether I'm right or whether I'm wrong Whether I find a place in this world or never belong I gotta be me, I've gotta be me" 🌼🌻🌼 and I'll continue to do ME 🌷 Thank you for your wonderful comment. Your words puts me in the direction I want to travel, so thank you again, you're just the best and I truly appreciate you in so many way. Hugs, xo

[@tatteredpaperandlace2905]

Giiiiiiiirl you have done it again! These cards are adorable. Love, love, love the backgrounds and everything about these. Barbie you know most people watch your channel for you….your ideas, the chit chat, the laughs, your personality,etc. What I think the MM collages do for any of us is the fun in seeing what others pick to answer the prompts and how it is put together and how different the collages are from the same prompts. That being said, I get the “drudgery” that prompts can cause. I suffer from that sometimes too. So whatever content you do we will be there watching. Not because of anyone else but because it is you. Hugs gf❤

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thanks Pam for your wonderful words and freeing me from the drudgery. I also think after 3 years I'm burned out with the prompt thing. I really enjoy watching everyone when they do the collages and say, omgosh I didn't think of that. Hugs girlfriend for having my back and turning me in the right direction. Hugs 🌼🌷🌼

[@sherrybarfield8446]

Hi Barbie! I follow your channel because I find YOUR art interesting and stimulating as well as being a wonderful teaching experience. I enjoy your chit chat and and your wonderful teaching tips. Your surreal projects are my favorites....but I enjoy all your content. Marguerite Miller has NO influence on why I follow you! I have recently noticed that several of the folks I follow seem to be somewhat conflicted by the constrains of following precise prompts. I do not have the patientice to spend hours looking for other peoples prompts but have no issues with those who like to do that. In a nut shell....I follow you because I like YOUR art! Please keep arting Barbie Style 🤗🤗🤗

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Love you, girlfriend and thank you so much for your words. I hate to disappoint anyone and just wasn't sure if the MM collages were a big part of my channel and art. Thank you so much for chiming in and helping me free myself of the weekly drudgery. I have enough of that in my personal life without having to sit at my craft table and deal with more ......... well, you know what. My craft room is suppose to be my safe haven and when the MM challenge comes around, I am starting to get anxiety over those darn prompts. Thank you again ..... big hugs, gf. 🌼🌺🌼

[@avirtualcanvas7584]

I love these Rolodex cards,it's the smal scale of them, perfect for collage,and I liked that you did something different by using images from graphic novel pages,the stickers and flowers worked so well were a great addition to the final cards. When you have completed the entire Rolodex it will be an amazing art object in it's own right. (matt) P.s I can empathise with wanting to change the kind of collage you make and make videos of,I came to your wonderful channel because of the surreal collages,but at the end of the day,you must create art that makes you happy creatively, that feels right for you. Collage is brilliant in that it can take you in many different directions.

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank you, Matt. I appreciate you words and I'm happy you came across my channel due to the surreal collaging. I have to follow my heart and it's full of wonderful collage art without prompts or constraints. Have a wonderful day and thank you again.

[@myvagabondstyle]

Love love love these. Those retro ladies are perfect for this. ❤❤❤ and the background are so cool!

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thanks, gf ......... hugs and blessings. 💗💖💗

[@lampace]

These are terrific. Thanks for reminding us to look at things differently. Those backgrounds are fun! I enjoy watching whatever you do with your collages…so inspiring.

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Laura, thank you very much for your words and leaving a comment. Yes, one has to look at things a bit differently from time to time. I'm sure you're a pro at it, even I have to be reminded to do that. I'm here to help in anyway I can so you can become the best collager in the world. (is collager even a word?) 🤣🤣 Have a wonderful day and I hope we can chat again. xo

[@susangazawaypapercrafting3749]

They are beautiful, Barbie! I love your stickers and the flowers really set them off. 😊❤

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank you, Susan. They did come out really pretty, I wasn't expecting anything special but the colors are wonderful on these. Have a great day, gf and happy crafting. xo 🌺🌼🌺

[@lanakristoff5188]

I don't watch a lot of craft videos because they are so boring. I have tried to watch other people do the Marguerite Miller challenge and I can't make it through the video. They are just not very original in their concepts. Your channel is interesting because of what you put into it. There are far too many Crafters out there who make the same type of stuff. I enjoy your videos because you actually create art not just crafts. I enjoy the surreal and the bird challenges the best but I haven't turned off one of your videos yet. Don't doubt yourself you're very talented. Thank you for inspiring me. I'm one subbie that's not going anywhere. 🎨❤🤗

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Lana, you are so sweet and I appreciate you so much! I needed to throw the MM out there b/c I think I'm getting burned out with her prompts. If I run across some prompts one week that have come easy (and I don't spend hours upon hours searching for items) I'll throw one together. I really appreciate your comment and I do have other plans for collage art that I think you will enjoy. Thank you again for all your love and support. 💓🌼🌺🌼

[@J0yb3ells]

Love these, Barbie. Great backgrounds. And I love your little ladies! My son watches anime, too. I watch anything you create - happy to see MM or not. Whatever suits you. 😊

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank you, Joy and I'm so happy you are good with whatever I create. I am so blessed to have you as a subbie. I'm so happy you enjoyed these sweet cards, I love all the vibrant colors on these. Thanks again and have a wonderful day! xo 🥰

[@J0yb3ells]

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[@mrsA805]

Oh Barbie these are gorgeous little collages. The small lady stickers are perfect! I hope you know I am one of your biggest fans and that has nothing to do with MM. Since I started watching your channel I have learned so much from you . I am definitely doing things that I never expected . All the little tips and tricks on building collages, especially the surreal ones, have given me confidence to try new things. You are very talented and inspiring. (And also reminding me it’s ok to skip a MM week) 😉 Love hearing your stories and thoughts too, your channel is you and that’s why I watch! ❤😉

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thanks, sweetie! I can see such a difference in your art, C ....... you have really bloomed and grown. I so enjoy all your art, you really have the talent and it's wonderful how you have experimented and tried new formats. You're surreal collage art is fabulous and you're only gong to grow and get better. Keep it up and I thank you for your wonderful compliment and comment. Luv you, gf and happy crafting. xo 🌼🌺🌼

[@MerryScraps]

These are so beautiful! I sure would have not thought to use that book as backgrounds! My grandkids will have to keep a close eye on their books!😅

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Tell them to hide them, Jeana! LOL I'll take the remaining pages out and cut them for other backgrounds. TFW and hugs, gf xoxo

[@MerryScraps]

@@NellieandRuthDesigns LOL, I have one granddaughter that says I murder books!! A few of my grandchildren really love books. Some of them are really into the graphic novels. One of my 11 year old granddaughters got a graphic Bible for her birthday last month. She is 1/2 way through it. I have been shoving books at them since they were tiny just like my grandparents did me. So far it is working, they love reading!

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

@@MerryScraps Keep shoving ....... more the more you read the more you learn. I shoved all kinds of books at my boys and still have every single one in the basement. Saving them all for the grandchildren I have yet to get. 🤣🤣

[@amyb82941]

💜💜💜 wow! Those cards came out really neat! I wasn’t so sure when you started with the animated page backgrounds but they are really pretty and something I would’ve never thought to use. Thanks

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

I made these just for you, Amy. See ......... sometimes one doesn't think of the obvious or look beyond the trees to see the forest. Or maybe it's the other way around? 🤣🤣........ at any rate. That's why I'm here, to show you and give you ideas you might not have thought of. Thanks for your wonderful comment and I'll see you soon, gf. Hugs and I hope the sun is shining brightly down on you and your family. xoxo 💞💟💞

[@mandycoleman3206]

Well I watch your videos for your great work,love the crossword girls especially 😊oxo

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thanks, Mandy and I'll get back to the crossword girls soon. I'm having a creating block right now with that book but plan on finishing it. Hang in there!! xo hugs 🥰

[@juliaarmato3984]

Hi Barb. These are pretty neat. You asked about what we like. Well. I have to say, you have so many ideas I like. I like when you go with your own ideas best. I love the retro and surreal. I'm enjoying the birds. But my favorite, that just tickled my imagination was when you did the lady in the hat box. The mystery of it and your story telling. I think that was really fun. Have a lovely day. God bless P.S. Your not like everybody else, and that's a good thing! 💕

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank you Julia for mentioning 'The Lady In The Hatbox' that is one of my favorites and will try my best to come up with something like that again. I wish I could do more Alfred Hitchcock themed and inspired collages. You are such a joy to have as a subbie and I really enjoy creating for you. You are so kind and I truly appreciate you. Thank you again for all your words and I"ll see you soon, my dear. Hugs 🌻🌼🌻

[@maryannschuetz5155]

I LOVE your channel. I rarely watch the MM challenges, I feel that you really don't like them (I could be wrong)!? Anyhoo, the rest is Chef's Kiss❣ I would LOVE to see more surreal. Your channel really is amazing...THANK YOU so much!!! ♥🔥

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Anyhoo, anyhow ......... you're right! It's time to move on, gf and continue to do my own 'thang' 💓 I'll be doing more surreal but I want to make sure you do it right along with me. I wish we could all sit down and craft together, but for now this channel will have to do. Hugs, gf and sending many blessings your way. 💛🧡💛🙏

[@linmims3049]

When you said "we had more fun..." I kept saying than a barrel of monkeys, lol. Remember that game? Really like these Barbie. I'm not into the anime but these are pretty. I haven't done any crafting anything, I've down with my leg and a RA flare up. Thanks for sharing, you and the others help me pass the time. xx

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Lin, all us gals will help you get through you difficult time. Just keep resting, taking care of yourself and watching to take your mind off your ailments. I totally get it. My health issues aren't over by any means and I have to get in my craft room so I can get out of my own, terrible thoughts. Hang in there, gf ...... I'm here for you and will help in any way I can. Hugs and thanks again for your comment. 🌹🌼🌹

[@shayriddle1498]

Hi Barbie, These came out soooo good. I love the tiny ladies and butterflies. I can't believe the number of books, magazines and such. I wish you were still doing MM cause I love seeing your work. I do understand about you wanting to do your thing hugs my friend xoxo.

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank you Shay and I'll tell you what ...... if I come across a MM collage where the ephemera is readily available, I'll make a collage. The time it takes to find her items is getting a bit out of control and I could be giving you so many more wonderful videos in that time. Thank you for your wonderful comment regarding these sweet cards and you are very much appreciated in my little art world. Have a blessed day, gf and hugs to you! xo 🌷🌼🌷

[@pennymeyer3416]

Marguerite Miller, who? LOL. Although I like her, I can assure you I'm not here b/c of here. Moving on...I would never think to use a graphic novel as a background! Those are so CUTE, Cute, cute. And I don't know how those flowers didn't sell on Etsy. I would have bought the lot if I had seen them. All the elements came together so well. And I loved how you stamped the back with how you were feeling. WHAT a good idea! It will be like when one remembers a song: the circumstances of when you heard it will come right back to you. That will help most certainly you when you're old & forgetful in the home, LOL. BTW, I hate anything that has deadlines, swaps, prompts or anything that even hints at creating with parameters. So please keep on doing what motivates & fulfills you. I hope all goes well in every aspect of your life.

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Penny, I think you are my sister from another mother 🤣🤣 You really hit the nail on the head with some of your statements. I'm so happy you enjoyed the video, because I so enjoyed making it for you. No more deadlines, swaps, prompts or dirty diapers ....... I don't want to deal with any of them! 😂😂 Girl you definitely picked up what I was putting down and that's a good thing. Have a terrific night and I love, love, loved your comment. Thanks again, gf 💕💟💕❣❣❣

[@csk5654]

LOVE these Barbie! Amazing what you can do with such a small space. TYFS Cindy P.S. I keep forgetting to ask you.... did all your test results come back ok? how is your eye & foot?

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thanks, gf and yes, foot is doing great, tests came back good with eye. A new problem has surfaced so back to the Cleveland Clinic next week for a second opinion. I just can't catch a break. Thanks for asking and say a prayer for me. Hugs, xo 🥰🙏

[@ChelleBeeby]

💜💜💜tfs💜💜💜

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thanks, gf xo

[@recreepy]

I'm genuinely amazed-bravo!

[@NellieandRuthDesigns]

Thank You