TURNING TRASH INTO ART JOURNAL PAGES

TURNING TRASH INTO ART JOURNAL PAGES
Hey everybody! Oh my goodness! I was just talking in this video about the time it takes to do this sort of thing -- you know, art full time. I have tried for 4-1/2 hours to get this video on here. Yeah, it's too long! But I ended up with some amazing papers today after playing around with trash and recycle. Please pardon me while I talk for 45 minutes.
I can't wait until you see the paper with the old blanket on it. It is AMAZING!!! Anyway, Dolly will be back soon. Working on her story RIGHT NOW!!
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[@abitofbirdsong]

Hey there, my friends! Oh wow, this video took a long time to upload. There were several factors: the amount of storage on my phone, continued interruptions with phone calls and texts while my phone was trying to save the edited movie, which would crash the upload... Sigh. I bet I don't create a 45 minute video again! 😂 The pages with the fabric came out AMAZING!! Oh my goodness! I will show those to you soon. xx Lynn

[@PiperOtis]

Loved this video, watching you just let go and create is what I love about your art. Never enough time to get all the things done- work, home and cleaning, time with loved ones, crafting…oh and just relaxing which we all need. I say try a few unedited videos- I bet we will all still love them.

[@abitofbirdsong]

Thank you so much! I’m trying to get comfortable with doing less editing.😊❤️

[@annanicholson6925]

I enjoy your chatty videos and LOVE seeing your process. No editing is necessary.

[@abitofbirdsong]

Hi Anna!! Thank you so much!! ❤️

[@sandrashimazu5825]

Hi Lynn, Don't bother about editing. You have a full life as it is. You don't need the extra stress. I enjoy your chatty videos. Hugs! 😽💕

[@abitofbirdsong]

Hi Sandra!! Thank you so much! Big hugs to you!❤️❤️❤️

[@mizeamandaj]

I think this video is perfect! It makes me feel like we are hanging out, as I am often crafting myself while watching your videos. I do understand that the longer videos are a challenge. You continue to do what is best for you and remember how important you are. We are all here for you and whatever beauty you bring us!

[@r.coachman3499]

This was a beautiful comment and pretty much my thoughts exactly on Ms. Lynn’s work! I love to put on a long Birdsong video and craft along~! Whatever and how ever you film Ms. Lynn, we’ll wait and we’ll watch!💖

[@birdietherecycledhippychic642]

I have sooo much to say. I may have to respond in a video. I did not even hear the neighbors pulling up their dumpster. Only you mentioning it. I love things unedited. Keeping it real is inspirational to me.

[@abitofbirdsong]

Awww thank you Birdie!! I❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@georgiaallen5966]

I love every single video. Your honesty and openness are appreciated. Thank you

[@abitofbirdsong]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@DylanJCat]

You get the best trash! It’s amazing how it starts like a paper bag but ends up art.

[@abitofbirdsong]

Hi Cat!!! I’m not afraid to plunder! 😂😂😂

[@DylanJCat]

@@abitofbirdsong See you plunder and it’s good. I plunder and it still looks like it should have been left there.

[@abitofbirdsong]

@@DylanJCat noooooooo. I bet your creations are amazing!! Just ask Mr Kim.

[@DylanJCat]

@@abitofbirdsong sorry Mr. Kim doesn’t agree !

[@claireskey5439]

Oooooh, brown bags? Now I know what to do with mine.🤭I'm thrilled I found your channel. I love unedited videos! Happy crafting. 🐔🇦🇺❤🖌🎨📚

[@abitofbirdsong]

Yay! Thank you! So happy to have you here! 🧡

[@claireskey5439]

@@abitofbirdsong Aww, thanks so much, Lynn. I love the fact that you get straight to the point, and as you say, why watch a two hour video for something that takes 15 minutes or whatever. Plus, you're my kind of scrap booker 😍 No fancy stuff. Much love from the Land of Oz.🖌🎨📚✂️🇦🇺❤

[@teresadavis9283]

I love the way your reading influences your junk journaling! I, too, was highly influenced by The Borrowers, Swiss Family Robinson, and Robinson Crusoe in terms of making use of things for unexpected purposes. Love your creation!

[@abitofbirdsong]

Yesssss!! I just love that kind of thing where people (and creatures 😂) had to make do. Isn’t it so cozy? Thanks so much for your comment!❤️

[@scarletttully5243]

Love Love Love this video! I totally agree with everything you talked about in this video. I have been so excited about different journals & such and then someone says what’s it for or what do you do with that? I have to remember they make me happy and that is all that matters! I am so inspired by you and how you are living off your art! ❤

[@abitofbirdsong]

Hi Scarlett! Thank you so much. Junk journalers unite!! 😂❤️

[@loveyoutopieces1779]

I dont comment very much ..if ever lol but im always in the background watching..and I just have to tell you that you have such a beautiful personality and your work is such an inspiration. Thanks for being you ❤❤

[@abitofbirdsong]

Oh wow! Thank you so much! You made my day!! ❤️❤️❤️😍

[@frenchartantiquesparis424]

The fabric at the end is a Pink Antique Silk garment of some sort.... its gorgeous!

[@abitofbirdsong]

It definitely had that feel. Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@debspoonogle3929]

I wouldn't mind at all if you put up videos that were not edited. I love watching your videos. I like seeing you work on your projects and hearing what you have to say about your crafting and life and anything you want to talk about. Also I find your videos very inspirational. This video was very entertaining and fun to watch. Thanks so much for sharing your life with us like you do.

[@abitofbirdsong]

Thank you so much! I am starting to do a little less editing. ❤️❤️❤️

[@bettylongshore9594]

Lynn, if you pour a little rubbng alcohol in the coffee you use for crafting it will sit around for a longer time without going weird. It won't mold in other words!!!!! I keep it in a jar with a lid on it and shake it up from time to time. Hope this helps!!!!!

[@abitofbirdsong]

Great idea! I had never heard of that or thought of that, but it makes sense. I will check it out! ❤️

[@karenbenson4639]

You are so creative!

[@abitofbirdsong]

Hi Karen! Thank you so much!❤️

[@lindanonnenmann1112]

Lynne, I look forward to your posts...because I'm fascinated by what you design and create. I love the idea that it doesn't have to be perfect since it started out just trash. But when you think about it, companies spend alot of money with graphic design in advertising and packaging. It has alot to do with what sells. So by recycling packaging we are also honoring the work of the graphic artist and giving his/her artwork new life. Art inspires Art, right? I grew up on a farm and my Mom was an unrecognized artist. She sewed our clothes even making the patterns out of newspaper. She also made interesting "farmhouse" decor out of tin cans, smashed and snipped with tin snips. Another "make do" effort was making quilts out of old clothing and scraps of fabric from dressmaking. Now those old quilts sell for thousands of $ and are recognized as Art. Anyway, you are an artist and your creative mind sees the possibilities in what other people discard without a thought.❤❤❤

[@abitofbirdsong]

Hi Linda! I absolutely loved reading your comment. Thank you for taking the time to write that out. What a great point about honoring all the work that went into designing packaging. And I loved hearing about how your mother would create things. All of that was definitely artistic. The tin lamps!! Sigh. I think it is so beautiful to mix art with utility.❤️❤️❤️

[@susanstephen4555]

I don’t feel the need for you to edit. Life is real and real life happens!! This is an awesome journal. Thank you for your time sharing your ideas and techniques with us. One thing that drew me subscribe to your channel is your everyday outlook and style and your voice. Thru no fault of anyone Some people’s voices hurt my ears and I can only listen to their shorter videos. I love your voice and I can sit and listen for as long as you keep talking. Lol

[@abitofbirdsong]

Thank you so much for your comment about that. That’s really kind of you to say. I sometimes feel like I’m “addling” to people. Anyway, thank you! ❤️😊

[@susanstephen4555]

@@abitofbirdsong you are very welcome.

[@thetexasleslie]

I would rather have an unedited video than none. And consider this your “forever hall pass” that excuses you from responding to my comments…there is only so much time in a day. I know how to reach you by email if I have a question. 😊❤ I love your trash and this journal! My favorite journal that I ever made myself was made out of trash. The Trashy Paper Dolls from your videos live in there. They haven’t complained so it must be nice enough living quarters. 😁 Thank you for all you do!

[@abitofbirdsong]

Leslie, I absolutely love what you said about the trashy paper dolls not complaining about their living quarters! 😂😂😂 That says it all. Thank you so much for your kind comment. I do love responding to the comments. I’m trying to get better every week at prioritizing and setting aside time for different things.❤️❤️❤️

[@kimberlycook5860]

I’ve heard from many artists how long it takes to edit videos! I think you should try not editing…. This journal and pages are so creative! Just love it!

[@abitofbirdsong]

Yesssss. It’s such a process. Fortunately for me, it’s one that I absolutely love. I would really like to get better at it, but time is a factor in everything, isn’t it? Thank you so much for your kind comment about it.❤️❤️❤️

[@MissJay4258]

LOL, some people just aren't going to like it!? I encourage showing our junky journals to expose people to a new kind of art. I wouldn't mind not editing or just cutting out pauses.

[@abitofbirdsong]

Yessssss!!! ❤️

[@sheilacurtis3428]

Lynn, some people pay 1.25 for junk...thats ok..but free is Much better! 🤣😂 I think of JJournals as a day in my life🙂☮️

[@abitofbirdsong]

Yes!! Totally agree!! ❤️