Calling all ATC Beginners and Newbies!!!

i need to stick to the US swaps for now - short on cash. If you run one of those, I'll join!!

Awesome swap! Still a little nervous about making one but just maybe.......

Don't be nervous. I will back you up no matter what. Nothing to be nervous about.

@mrsmoore - I also need to do USA when it comes to 3 partners. Would you like to do a private ATC swap?

You are my hero! I just recently found out about ATCs. Been googling it and found all sorts of other craps like 'Australian Turf Club' or various air traffic control websites. Then, some sweet person kindly helped me by giving correct links to useful sites and youtubes. I'm really interested but very nervous/anxious to start because I didn't have a clue how or if it will be a dissappointed to more experienced swappers. But this swap is a great opportunity to learn, and plenty of time to finish the cards as well, as we need to gather supplies and such. So, thank you for hosting this swap!

Are they just a random ATC or do they have a theme of any kind?

Random atcs. Any theme is acceptable.

Ok, I'm in. I just found out about zentangle. Thought it was a dance! Thinking of trying that for my first ATC.

Just wanted to say thank you for holding this swap. Im really looking forward to doing some atcs with other beginners. Just wondering what is the best way to send them. Do they need to be wrapped or in a plastic sleeve or something?

The technical only rule is the size. I prefer to send mine in a plastic sleeve. Some people send them inside of a sleeve and then a notecard of sorts for stability reasons (So it's less likely to be bent.) But there is only one for sure rule.

Hi, I know the only technical rule is the size, 2.5 x 3.5, but I bought a book on ATCs and, although they did say that was the size, the have examples of ATC's that had like, a pocket for an extra item or had flaps of sorts on them for extra space but the completed projects were still the proper size and fit in to sleeves.

Since I have already made some of these, just wondering if they are allowed?

Thanks!

As long as they are the correct size, I don't have an issue.

New here! Can't wait to get my partners and get this started! :)

I really want to join, but who can tell me what is ATC? ATC is means handmade anything?

Being the first time I have done a swap in this group, exactly where do I go to get the addresses of my swap partners after they are assigned to me? And, are the ATC's to be in the mail and postmarked by 4/30? Thank you for helping me get started. Pam

On the top swaps :) Thanks everyone.

SWWU700914---An ATC is an Artist Trading Card. Please check out google or flickr to become familiar with what you'll be needing to make.

Pam1944---After the swap closes on April 14, I will check participants and partners will be assigned. You come back to this swap and there will be a link to click to see your swap partners. Yes, the ATCs to your partners will need to be postmarked no later than 4/30.

I love making ATC cards!! I'm in an online group that has done a lot of ATC card swaps. What I like about them is that you're not creating a full page or big card, and they don't take a lot of time.

Great swap. How long are we considered newbies or beginners?

@bjmonroe , I suppose it's different by everyones opinions. I see beginners as having never made, or made less than maybe 10. Similarly 10 quality swaps under your belt? I don't see a newbie anymore.

The beautiful thing is, this swap is open to everyone but with the understanding that new people and inexperienced people will be joining so we experienced ones must be extra kind and courteous. Hope that makes some sense, as I tend to ramble.

Thanks for that. I have actually asked this newbie question in pf but haven't rec'd an answer yet. I have been a note card maker for years. Going down to ATC size has been difficult and I want all the practice I can get.

The reason is because it's a different answer for everyone. Just stay strong and keep doing the best you can. We ALL benefit from practice. Not just 'newbies'. ♥

I'm still going through profiles before assigning partners. PLEASE fill out your profiles a bit, if you haven't already, to help me out. I did ask for this in the swap description but am trying to give everyone ample opportunity to have a successful swap here. Thanks so much.

I added to my profile early this a.m., but I got another request to add more???? I don't really know what else to say about myself. Any suggestions of things I might elaborate on. Thanks, Pam E.

pam1944, how about collections? favorite things? favorite color (s), what kind of paper crafts? themes you really enjoy?

Besides this newbie/beginner ATC, how do people feel about recieving children's work? This was the site listed in family fun magazine; however I get the feeling it's more for experienced artists.

to: VivaLa Diane Could you please tell me in the rating box what Type 1, 2 &3 and uncatorized means. I have looked thru the whole website and can't seem to find a definition for it. I recieved a great ATC from one of my partners and would like to fill out everything properly. Thank you for helping me!

Helen4102010==this particular swap is for your own work, so please do not send the work of someone else.

Pam, The ratings are: A '5' rating means you received what was required. The heart option is clickable IF the swap was extra special to you.

A '3' rating means the swap did not meet requirements.

A '1' rating means sufficient time has passed and you have received nothing.

If anyone has any other questions, please PM me so that I can respond more timely. Thanks :)