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ATC Background Papers Swap - USA only

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Swap Coordinator:Margothecat (contact)
Swap categories: Artist Trading Card (ATC) 
Number of people in swap:39
Location:Regional - USA only
Type:Type 2: Flat mail
Rating requirement:5.00
Last day to signup/drop:March 7, 2013
Date items must be sent by:March 16, 2013
Number of swap partners:1
Description:

For this swap you will have one partner, and you will send them ten background papers for ATC's. They must be at least 2 1/2" x 3 1/2", but no larger than 3" x 4" They can be handmade or patterned papers. Please send a nice assortment!

Experienced swappers only with a 5.0 rating and at least 20 type 2/3 swaps. Sorry, no newbies!

Discussion

user2637 02/23/2013 #

I like to cut the papers I send a little bigger than 2.5" x 3.5", is that okay?

The reason I do this is when I make ATCs, I glue the paper down to a stiff backing and then trim off the extra; it ensures the backing gets covered all the way, without having to fussily position the paper.

Let me know!

Margothecat 02/23/2013 #

@user2637 thats fine! I will edit the swap

user2637 02/24/2013 #

Ok, thanks!

Lizard 03/ 5/2013 #

I like to paint my backgrounds. More arty that way, rather than craft. Just saying.

Margothecat 03/ 5/2013 #

I don't have that kind of talent @Lizard :( I'm not good with painting! I'm kind of new to ATCs but love seeing other people's work!

KristinCali 03/ 6/2013 #

@Lizard I paint my backgrounds too but I like collecting random papers for borders or collage pieces.

@Margothecat Backgrounds are actually easy to paint because they get covered, so small details don't matter! I just swirl colors on the paper, or sponge it on, or press 2 sheets together and blot them. You should try it! I think messy painted backgrounds are the best :)

Luvtoscrap 03/ 6/2013 #

Loving atc there just so cute. .. this is a kool swap ideal way to go tks

Margothecat 03/ 6/2013 #

@KristinCali - Oh, ok. I have seen ATCs that are painted and very artistic - wasn't thinking about like sponging and things like that. Thanks!

lafwim 03/ 6/2013 #

Just to clarify, these are patterned papers, not ATC blanks (that would be thicker paper)....?

Margothecat 03/ 7/2013 #

That is correct @lafwim

indygirlfriend 03/ 7/2013 #

I would love to see a swap with painted, stamped, sprayed, or otherwise altered background papers for ATC's. I don't have enough swaps under my belt to participate in this one, but maybe someone would host a handmade background ATC swap that allows for those with less than 20 swaps!

RadicalRecrafter 03/ 7/2013 #

@indygirlfriend How about a private swap for them? I would be happy to set one up for us if you like. :) When I was new some kind swappers hosted private swaps for me to get my swap numbers and ratings up. :)

Margothecat 03/ 7/2013 #

@RadicalRecrafter you are a sweetie!

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