Last spring at craft day, Beth asked Mary and I if we wanted to join a round robin book project with her and Lisa. She kind of knew that Mary would say no, she is all glue book, all the time. Why not stick with what you are an expert at? She is smart to do that.
Which reminds me, she has one of her expert lessons available again now if you want to learn from the master!
Okay, back to the subject. Beth probably didn't expect me to say yes, either. I tend to over extend and do too much, then do nothing but complain about it, so she probably hoped I'd say no since she is the one who has to listen to the complaints.
But I love her work, and Lisa's work and thought it could be fun. (it is!)
I kind of cheated and worked ahead, we were supposed to make one page a month for a year. I made up four pages right away, one for each of us, so that when my turn came, I just had to slip the premade page in the box and send it on. For my first four pages, each are similar, they are all paper doll dresses with vintage lace skirts or real doll dresses.
Right now, I have Sandra's book, she joined us as our 4th. All of us have admired her work over the years.
This is the page that Lisa made for it.
Won't these be amazing when they are done next year??? I'm so glad I joined, even if Beth has to explain the schedule to me every month and I complain about the postage. Its worth it. These books are going to be treasures when they are done!
There are some new things in the works, ready for the shop, but this is a busy week with the little fairy grand kids, with Dew Drop's birthday and Sugarwings spending time here at the cottage with me an extra day this week. This snow bird is listed.
And these guys will be on their way soon.
And over at the Etsy shop, its sure begining to look a lot like Christmas. Frosty little pastel trees are being added to the shop daily.
Thanks to all of you who are shopping with me!
The books are coming along fabulously Karla! I love to see the progress on these, thanks Marilyn
Posted by: Marilyn McIldoon | November 16, 2011 at 05:22 AM
I love your little paper doll dresses!! Everything looks so nice!
Posted by: Lisa Russell | November 16, 2011 at 05:26 AM
Those pages for your round robin book are just too yummy!!
Posted by: Janet Ghio | November 16, 2011 at 07:03 AM
Your round robin books are gorgeous so far! What lovelies!! The paper doll dresses are sooo cute!!
Blessings,
Cindy
Posted by: Cindy Morris | November 16, 2011 at 07:57 AM
What a fun round robbin and what treasures you are going to have at the end. Love it!
Posted by: Thespoena McLaughlin | November 16, 2011 at 09:39 AM
I love to see the pages from your round robin book Karla - they are all SO wonderful. It´s going to be some fab. books for sure. Can´t wait to see them all finished.
Posted by: Tina | November 16, 2011 at 12:06 PM
Wow, what a great combination for a round robin. Your styles are all so unique! I can't wait to see more!
Hugs,
Suz
Posted by: Susan Reaney | November 16, 2011 at 02:09 PM
Those round rabin pages are just amazing. So much inspiration. I am going to be looking at those over and over!!
Posted by: Kathy | November 16, 2011 at 03:10 PM
Wow Karla! Total feast for the eyes! Fantastic!
Posted by: Kellydeal.blogspot.com | November 16, 2011 at 03:21 PM
luv, luv, luv the round robin pages. I would be hard pressed to pic a fave! I need some blogging buddies to have a swap with....oh, that means I would have to have a blog...:(
Posted by: Gypsy Rose | November 16, 2011 at 04:43 PM
Karla,
Your pages are just amazing! I know the other artists will enjoy them. I hope you are enjoying a quite cozy evening.
Posted by: Sandy | November 16, 2011 at 07:29 PM
Those little snow guys turned out really cute- too bad you don't have a Christmas monkey...
Posted by: Beth Leintz | November 16, 2011 at 08:32 PM
Gorgeous round robin Karla! I am hosting one with some of the local L.A. girls and it's been so much fun. I have to work on Cheryl's this weekend.... her theme is "Project Runway!" Love your Etsy shop too! Such pretty treats.
Hugs,
Holly
Posted by: holly | November 16, 2011 at 09:18 PM
All four of us have the same theme and colors, which simplifies it. But Ill bet its fun to do a different theme for each person.
Sent from my iPad
Posted by: Karla Nathan | November 16, 2011 at 09:29 PM
It's great to hear that you are still having fun with the round robin book project! I look forward to seeing you show off your book when they are complete.
Posted by: Soarenth | November 17, 2011 at 03:31 AM
Those RR books are going to be absolute treasures. I love what you've shown so far.
Posted by: Sue K | November 17, 2011 at 07:33 AM
Oh these books are great! I love the covers!
thanks, Karla!
Kate
Posted by: Kate garfield | November 17, 2011 at 01:03 PM
Oh how I am in awe of your little lacy pages with the details and elements and dresses and OH MY!!! I am swooning...
Posted by: Saucy Chick Sherry | November 17, 2011 at 08:55 PM
It's been fun following your round robin. All of these are terrific!
Posted by: jeanie | November 19, 2011 at 11:50 AM
I'm absolutely in love with the dress page - beautiful wallpaper and painting details.
Posted by: Tina | November 19, 2011 at 08:54 PM
Those pages are so amazing and what a great RR to be doing....and i so love that snowbird....well done x
Posted by: Jennie | January 18, 2012 at 02:13 PM