what if less was more..?

Hello again Creative Worlders!  Its Alix here with a little radical thinking for the New Year's crafting...!!

Those of you that know me will be well aware that i've always been a more is more is more kind of crafter...my best crafty buddy always describes my projects as being "finished at least an hour ago...", which is her code for "STOP NOW!!!".  Now,while i'm generally quite happy with my crafty style...it is always a good idea to challenge yourself from time to time...it helps new ideas to pop out of the woodwork of my mind...and can reinvigorate a sad or tired mojo.  

The challenge therefore for me this year is to incorportate more streamlined crafting into my routine and what could be more streamlined than limiting my crafty choices right down to paper and a biro!!  This is extreme...but for someone who immediately rushes for colour and texture it forces me to look for other ways to add interest.  I'm going to challenge myself each week to create using only one media and see where that takes me!  This first journalling page as you'll see, is very simple...but there is something i find quite pleasing about it...it is reminiscent of Delftware and doilies and vintage china...and really i've only done a border! 

Now, i challenge you to have a go...pick a supply...one inkpad maybe or just promarkers...or you could have a go with a biro like i did!  Enjoy :0)

Comments

[alexa]

So cool - like a piece of Delft ware ... I'm a great fan of less is more too.

[Debbie]

Lovely page and I love your handwriting.x

[Lynne V.]

Beautiful, I'm not a less is more person so maybe I should join you in your challenge.

[jayne]

I'm always saying no when Lynne above says does it need more ? so I agree with her she should join in with your challenge lol !
Great idea to push you out of your comfort zones but I like your style of crafting too so don't change it all to minimal :)

[ifa]

Beautiful. I am with you on this one, I am definitely more is more too but I have so much stuff I need to use.

[Erika]

Love the doodling.
Hugs Erika.