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TrudiJ

TrudiJ
Date Joined: July 21, 2020
Last Online: January 31, 2021
Birthday: October 10
Country: United States
My Website
My Website

About Me

I am an academic librarian whose specialization is teaching about finding and creating quality information. I also do research in my field, and I am the co-creator of the metaliteracy framework. I've added a link to the blog if anyone would like to check it out. Metaliteracy is a key literacy for today's collaborative, online information environment.

Favorite Crafts

I sew, quilt, and weave regularly. Occasionally, I spin and make bobbin lace. My newest obsession is creating and trading ATCs. I use watercolor and/or collage to create them. I am just starting to learn lettering so that my captions on paintings (I am learning this, too!) and wording on ATCs will look attractive.

Likes/Dislikes

Likes:

ATCs (also other shapes, such as coins and hexies)
Die cuts (ones that would fit on an ATC)
Washi tape
Dies (I have 3" and 6" die cutting machines)
Stencils (with small abstract designs good for ATC backgrounds)
Handmade paper
Pretty napkins (esp. with smaller motifs than can be used on ATCs)
Art-related themes
Book-related themes
Art Nouveau and Art Deco
Floral themes
Autumn and winter landscapes/themes
Abstract designs

Blue
Teal
(actually, most colors, but these are my favorites)

Dislikes:

Cute themes
Religious themes
Holiday themes
Political themes
Manga
Red
Black

Favorite Books

I used to read so much. Lately, not so much. I am so busy (too many hobbies, not to mention my job!) that there isn't time. And the pandemic has had negative effects on my ability to concentrate, I fear. But I do like crime/mysteries (not cozies, though) and historical fiction. I think my all-time favorite book is Helene Hanff's 84, Charing Cross Road, a wonderful correspondence between her and a bookseller in a store on Charing Cross Road in London (a street that sadly has few booksellers left anymore). The book was made into a movie, but I've not seen it. Tucked into my copy of the book are two letters that I received from the author after writing to express my admiration of her book.

If Things Go Awry

I am commited to being an excellent swap partner. If something happens--you don't receive my mailing or there is a problem with it--please let me know and I'll make it right.

Ratings

luv2kraft rated for ATC SWAP 3 for 3: BIRDS on Jan 13, 2021
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Comment: Thank you so much for the lovely assortment of birdies!
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FranciscaKarsono77 rated for ATC int #11 - Winter on Dec 20, 2020
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Comment: Thank you very much for my ATC and extras. Wishing you a happy holiday season too and a better 2021 for everyone!!
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Comment: thank you for the extra card and the papers
AlisonKingWriter rated for ATC int #11 - Winter on Dec 9, 2020
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Comment: Thanks for the awesome ATC's and card!! Happy Holidays! <3 Al
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Comment: Thanks for the awesome ATC and all the extras! I have to say I miss driving that bookmobile - it was my favorite part of the job. But I'm enjoying being retired and having time for travel and crafts!
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Comment: Wow, this was some awesome mail! Thank you very much for the cute ATC and extras! I’m so glad to meet another autumn lover lol! Much love! 🖤🍂🍁
Response: I am so glad you liked it! Enjoy what is left of the fall!
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Comment: Oh my goodness, Trudy - I love everything you sent! The great card, your note, the TWO beautiful ATCs you made, the gorgeous papers and naturey die-cuts and the interesting postage stamp you used on the envelope. It was all WONDERFUL! Thank you so much!!! ❤️🌿❤️🌿❤️🌿❤️🌿❤️
Response: Hi Wanda, I am so glad you are pleased. I had fun putting the package together for you. Take care! Trudi
Creadutch rated for Alphabet ATC - B on Nov 2, 2020
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Comment: Hi, thank you so much for the nice ATC and the washi tapes :-)
thequilterslink rated for ATC - Profile Surprise! on Oct 28, 2020
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Comment: Thanks so much for the quilt cat Atc...I love it.😊
Response: I am so glad you do!
Jayofjournals rated for Travel Themed Happy Mail on Oct 23, 2020
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Comment: Thank you so, so, so much for your lovely mail. I enjoyed it absolutely to go through every little detail. At first I thought your amazing ATC is an actual train ticket. You are so talented! I hope we can actually travel again soon. I also miss going on trips recently even if I have enough to do with university right now and work. Thank you again! I wish I could give you more than one heart! Lots of love, Julia
Response: Hi Julia, I am so pleased you liked the ATC and other items! I agree with you completely that it would be lovely to be able to travel again. Cheers, Trudi
YooperHill rated for Woodland Series #9 - TREES ATC on Oct 17, 2020
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Comment: Thank you! Love the notecard too!
BTim rated for ATC int #9 - recycle scraps on Oct 7, 2020
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Comment: Nice use of scraps!
user4532 rated for ATC int #9 - recycle scraps on Sep 24, 2020
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Comment: Thank you! The card is so cool! Thanks for the goodies too🌸
institches rated for Quick Pick 3 Swap #10 on Sep 14, 2020
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Comment: Thank you, love the ATC!
dlchick rated for Why is my mailbox so empty? #11 on Sep 11, 2020
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Comment: Thank you so much for the lovely goodies, I love the things that you chose for me! School this year isn’t bad. Different, but probably also a lot more relaxed than many areas of the country, though. I hope this year goes well for you as well, virtual or in person! ❤️
pinklilly rated for Why is my mailbox so empty? #11 on Sep 9, 2020
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Comment: Trudi, thank you so much for the wonderful card and goodies I received from you!! Love the stamps, Atc and how you packaged them!!
Suzyanner rated for Why is my mailbox so empty? #11 on Sep 8, 2020
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Comment: Thanks so much for the very nice postcards and stickers, and the great sledding illustration from the vintage kids book!
KaliOya rated for FTLOC#1- Happy Mail Send 7 Things on Sep 6, 2020
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Comment: Such a thoughtfully put together swap. Thank you so much for all the goodies you sent. I was so happy to see the map:) Happy swapping.
KaleenaMail rated for Newbie only on Sep 3, 2020
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Comment: Thanks so much for the ATC!!! I love it and it will always be there first in my collection. Thanks for sending me the blanks as well. I'm excited to give this a try.

Rating Overview

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Comments

OrigamiGrace on Jul 22, 2020:

welcome

to Swapbot! Look forward to swapping with you!

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