Keeping track of all the free downloads.
written by Julie R. Neidlinger 1 comments link this postI have quite a few free documents available, but sometimes they are spread around the site and on blogs that not all of my readers frequent. It can be difficult to keep track of them all, and for a free-document hoarder (like myself), you probably want an easy way to find them. To make it easier for you to access these free downloads, I've uploaded them to Scribd. You can read more about all of that here.
To access the documents, visit my Scribd account. Or, to be sure you know whenever something new is added, you can subscribe to the feed or even subscribe to the feed via email.
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Copyright (c) Julie R. Neidlinger 5/03/2008 11:50:00 AM
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Postcard writing prompt: free worksheet.
written by Julie R. Neidlinger 0 comments link this postA new worksheet -- free to download, of course -- is available on the Art and Writing blog here at Lone Prairie. This project is geared for writers, and involves an old postcard. Check it out.
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Copyright (c) Julie R. Neidlinger 1/11/2008 10:21:00 PM
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Make Something: Mini expandable scrapbook.
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::Why make something? Read here.::
What: Mini expandable scrapbook
Use: Use it to store small sketches, letters, envelopes, and other scrapbook-type epherma you may have that you don't want to glue down or may want to have access to later.
How: This is an easy project that has no long list of required materials, but instead, gives you the opportunity to use things you might have lying around.
Rather than give you specific dimensions and patterns to measure and cut, I've provided you with the basic concept so that you can do your own "expanding" and make it a project that is truly yours.
The cover can be made of anything, but it should be as heavy as you can make it since there will be pressure and weight on the spine which might cause lighter materials to eventually tear. I use the heavy cardboard inserts that come in the mail or packaging. Corrugated cardboard would work, but it is actually not as sturdy as the thinner but more solid pressboard type cardboard. Corrugated cardboard is also a little unwieldy to work with.
If you're using some rough-looking cardboard or cardstock for the cover, you'll want to cover and decorate it. In the illustration you see here, I used some antique metallic wrapping paper and shiny Christmas ribbon to hide the rough and glued edge of where the wrapping paper met the faux lizard skin origami paper I used to cover the spine of the book. Inside, I used some decorative paper scraps.
I prefer to use Sobo glue, since it is tacky and dries quickly but is easy to work with and remains flexible. I always keep plenty on hand for all of my projects.
Once your cover is dry, you'll be making two cuts in the spine (please refer to the project sheet available below). I recommend using an Xacto or craft knife; a scissor will make hash of your book.
Once you have the slits in place, you simply need to tie string or ribbon, one piece at a time, around the spine and through the slits. These strings are what you'll "attach" your pages to later.
And speaking of pages...all your page needs to be is a size that isn't taller than the string height inside the spine of the book, and doesn't jut out past the cover edges. Simply fold your page (whether it's a piece of paper, an envelope, an index card, a library card, a post card -- anything) and slide it under the string until the string comes to rest on the fold.
That's it! Fill up your book, rearrange the pages, and have fun.
Gift It: This book is a great gift for writers (provide blank pages or pages with writing or journaling prompts). You can also use it in a way that encourages the recipient to rearrange the pages for creative purposes. It also serves well as a scrapbook or photo album, either blank or filled.
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Copyright (c) Julie R. Neidlinger 11/23/2007 07:55:00 PM
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The Lone Prairie Sometimer: An irregular publication at no charge.
written by Julie R. Neidlinger 0 comments link this postThe Lone Prairie Sometimer is a "newspaper" filled with art and writing ideas. How often does a new issue come out? You can expect it to come out...sometime. Hence the name. All issues are listed here, free to download, with no particular rhyme or reason for when each is published. They are in PDF format and might take a little while to download.
The Lone Prairie Sometimer is great for people who are always looking for new ideas and who want to be constantly challenged with their creativity. The Lone Prairie Sometimer contains "clip cards" which are filled with prompts and ideas, ready to be cut out and saved. Collect them all! Use the ideas and see where they take you! Get your art and writing skills in high gear with the Lone Prairie Sometimer.
- January 12, 2006 - Bookplates: a writing exercise and free bookplate
- January 21, 2006 - Cards: unusual cards, serial cards, and a free card graphic
- March 8, 2006 - Common books: Thoughts and projects for making your own common book, plus a free common book bookplate
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Copyright (c) Julie R. Neidlinger 10/09/2007 09:01:00 PM
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Downloads: When your creativity is in the slump.
written by Julie R. Neidlinger 0 comments link this postFeeling blocked creatively? Struggling with feeling like you're not a success or just without creative direction? Just like to fill out worksheets and have a little fun?
These worksheets are meant to be fun, make you smile, and maybe -- just maybe -- even help you a little. You can read more about them here.
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Copyright (c) Julie R. Neidlinger 10/07/2007 01:41:00 PM
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