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ATC ~ Zentangles for beginners #2

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ATC ~ Zentangles for beginners #2
Swap Coordinator:Toupti (contact)
Swap categories: Artist Trading Card (ATC) 
Number of people in swap:72
Location:International
Type:Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:January 24, 2010
Date items must be sent by:February 9, 2010
Number of swap partners:1
Description:

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND !!!

I’m intrigued by Zentangles and I like the first time I tried it. However I’m still afraid to join a Zentangles swap and disappointed my partner who might be experienced at doing them.

If you’re like me, then this swap is for you! Zentangles for beginners on an ATC. You can join if you’ve done many, but keep in mind that you might receive a “first time” zentangle from your partner.

We’ll keep it simple, black and white. One ATC, one partner.

Please make them the standard ATC size 2.5 x 3.5. ATC ~ Artist trading cards (ATCs) are miniature pieces of art that are traded around the world. Artists create, trade and collect art at organized “swap” events or through the mail, in person or online. The only official rule for ATCs is the size: 2.5″ x 3.5″. As a general rule, swaps are open to any media, materials or techniques as long as the card fits into a standard trading card sleeve.

Ratings:

· Please rate your partner as soon as package is received;

· 5s should be given out based on whether the package meets the swap requirements, NOT whether you like it or not;

Requirements:

· You must have a rating of 4.9+ with no recent no sends;

· No unexplained 1's or 3's or you will be banned;

· Newbies allowed only with 5 rated mail swaps.

I will check profiles before assigning partners and I will ban anyone who seems fishy (even late senders in my previous swaps). I might sound harsh but I’m trying to avoid unpleasant experience. These are not themed and can be prepared in advance and swap deadline is long enough to prepare a nice package. If any questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to PM me (communication is the key).

Discussion

Gofeen 12/17/2009 #

I would like to try this but I am brand new to it so this would be a great swap for me and a learning experience!

Toupti 12/17/2009 #

Well @Gofeen you are welcome in. That's exactly the goal of this swap. =D

Amandalee 01/ 6/2010 #

This was so cool. Not only did I make my first Zentangle because of this swap, But I have been introduced to my new favorite art form! Totally wicked, Thanks Toupti!!

Toupti 01/ 6/2010 #

My pleasure, I'm glad you liked it @Amandalee !!!

CollageCafe04 01/16/2010 #

I am soooooooooooo excited about this... I wasn't able to join in the 1st one, but Toupti kept me in mind and sent me out a note on the 2nd... thank you!!! Like Amandalee, this is becoming my fave art form.

Toupti 01/16/2010 #

Swap is now in the top 10 swaps ;-)

tannermom 01/16/2010 #

WHAT'S A ZENTANGLE???

hollychihuahua 01/16/2010 #

Are there any rules or guidelines as to how one creates a zentangle? Or is it anything goes? I've searched on the web, but the answer really isn't clear.

Toupti 01/17/2010 #

You could look at this web site, I think it could be a good start to help you.

MzPatti 01/17/2010 #

This is incredible art! I've never seen anything like this anywhere (well, that could be because I don't get out enough).

:)

I am also brand new to this group but would dearly love to be involved. Would it be ok for me to join the fun? Patti

Toupti 01/17/2010 #

@MzPatti ~ if you do meet the requirements, you can join. Otherwise, unfortunately, to be fair to all the participants, I can't let you in. =D

KickassPeanut 01/19/2010 #

I only have 3 rated sent swaps but I have mailed over 12, I'm just waiting for the other parcels to get to their owners (or be rated if they already have) May I please join?

CatLinn9 01/19/2010 #

Hi. I'm another newbee. I've just started making ATCs, but haven't done any trading at all. Since I haven't done any trading yet, I don't have any rated swaps. Am I eligible for this swap with zero to my credig?

Toupti 01/19/2010 #

I'm sorry, but as stated above in the requirements, this is for newbies with 5 rated mail swap.

To be fair with other people I already refused to join and to participants who joined, I have to stick to the requirements.

Those requirements are there for a reason and anyone not meeting them will be banned. I'm sorry, I don't want to sound rude but that's how this swap was set up.

Please, feel free to open your own swap with diferrent requirements if you wish.

jj9jj 01/20/2010 #

I will host a Zentangle swap for newbies. I will call it Newbie Zentangles. I remember how hard it was to get ratings at first, but I understand Toupti's sticking to the rules, too. Zentangles seem like a good place to start for newbies.

Toupti 01/20/2010 #

Thank you so much jj9jj for your understang and for opening this swap to Newbies.

Unfortunately, I hosted many swaps with flakers and it became time and money consuming (angelling) and it took me away from the fun of swapping.

I took a break and came back with higher requirements. Since then, less flaking. I guess, sometimes it helps.

jj9jj 01/20/2010 #

Toupti

I completely understand! Thanks for letting me 'copy' your idea. I hosted a round robin journal swap in the fall. It was supposed to be over in Nov. and I am STILL trying to track down journals!! I agree that it takes the fun out of it.

lvpoohbr2 01/21/2010 #

I made my zentangle last night and I think I did pretty ok! I've played around with zentangles for awhile but really felt like I wasn't quite getting it. I can't wait to try a few more now. I think making it in an atc size helps take some of the pressure away of filling so much space. Plus knowing this is a beginner swap really helps too. Thanks for setting this swap up!!

luvscrappin 01/21/2010 #

I made my zentangle today. They are my first one ever. Hope my partner is not disappointed. I really like these!

Tjrenee 01/22/2010 #

CatLinn9

I feel your frustration! But do keep looking 4 swaps there are coordiators out there that will allow newbies like us to swap. We were all new once (:

Tjrenee 01/22/2010 #

This is a really neat swap idea (:

pynart2 02/16/2011 #

I would like to see a Zen Tangle exchange.

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