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Of course, WOYWW has become far more than just showing us your work desk, it's a link to our like minds, a short route to the sharing of individual creativity. It's become a porous community; you don't have to turn up weekly - life isn't straightforward enough for that - but you can be assured that it will be here if you want to join in. It's a bit of background creativity in busy weeks, it is so nice to look on other inky, stitchy, painty desks if yours isn't! And it's unwavering support in busy, noisy, quiet, lonely and sometimes difficult lives. Please never under-estimate the power of a few words left as a comment. We blog to reach out, so knowing that others are there is a bit priceless. Finding out what you're doing on your craft desk, away from your domestic normal is the cherry on the cake!
If you're joining in with the ATC swap to mark this anniversary, please put an asterisk* on your name as you link. Your ATC recipient will be the nearest person underneath you on the list to have an asterisk* against their name. If you need to, message your recipient for an address and post the ATC. That's it, in essence. The last *name on the list will send to the first *name on the list. I believe this is a friendship circle by name...or it was when I was in the Brownies!
excited to be part of the 14th! Thanks so much Julia for desks, inspiration, friendship across the miles. Here's to 14 more!!! Robyn 1
ReplyDeleteYou are the glue that holds this group together. Without you, this wonderful group would soon evaporate. This group and you have changed my life. I am now a night person. I keep European hours. And thanks to you and your influence, I am now experimenting more in mixed media. Having said that, I may make a card or two at Christmas, but I will never create a scrapbook page. I was here from the first anniversary and, although I may not be as faithful as some, I will always be around for every anniversary. Congrats on 14. Here's to at least 28 more!
ReplyDeleteHappy 14th to all! Wednesdays seem to come round so fast but it's because we look forward to them so much, for the friendship that WOYWW has brought. Not quite sure how on earth it's been 14 years mind you... Thanks Julia for your continued dedication to this group. Helen #5
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely group you have gathered! We may drift away from time to time but an anniversary is always a time to come together and celebrate! Happy Woyww and thank you!
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Congratulations and well done on making it to 14 years of WOYWW. We couldn't do it without you Julia. Happy anniversary. Stay safe. Sarah #4
ReplyDeleteBeautiful words which sum up why so many folks turn up each week, there’s so much more to WOYWW than crafting. If you’re the glue that holds us together then may you never lose your stickiness!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on an amazing achievement,
Hugs LLJ xxx
🥳🤸♀️🥰 Happppy 14th Anniversay 🥰🤸♀️🥳
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful words Julia ⭐️ thank yooou for all you do 🥰 you're all pretty amazing, caring wonderful souls ❤️ Happy WOYWW ❤️ very thankful to this community.
Much love and hugs Tracy #11
P.S ATC winging your way xxxx
Congratulations on creating such an amazing group, over the years you and jan have inspired creativity across the web. So pleased we do the ATC swap each year too
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Congratulations Julia on being the glue that holds so many hearts and minds together each week. "Who'da thowt it?"
ReplyDeleteSending love to all corners of the world via woyww.
Hugs, Neet 14 xx
I really don't know how you do it. Kudos my friend for having this great idea and attracting so many to the fold. Feeling a bit sentimental today, already seeing a few stopping by, and missing those who won't be here. I still like the idea of a blog, everything else these days is just so fast and then disappears into the ether. Long may we continue being old school. Happy Anniversary, love n hugs Cindy (and of course there is an ATC on it's way)xx
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Julia for bringing us all together and keeping it going for so long. I know we all appreciate it even if we're not here all the time. Long may it continue. I love doing the swap, being able to share a little of your art work with others is so special. Happy woyww Anniversary to everyone. Hugs Angela X15X
ReplyDeleteGood morning Julia, Happy WWOYW anniversary. Sorry I am no longer engaging, but I do dip in occasionally to see what is happening, and who knows, I may yet engage again.
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary Julia and thank you for all you do in bringing everyone together and keeping this group going - you are truly amazing. Here's to the next 15 years!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Diana xx #16
Just want to say CONGRATULATIONS to you, Julia, and to all participants on this 14th anniversary! I hope to keep on joining in every now and then (not now, I'm afraid, but soon, I hope!) Enjoy your day Julia! Hug from Holland!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary Julia! I know I haven't been around much lately (life!) but I do have a brief nose at the blogs whenever I get a minute. Thank you for all you to do keep this blog hop going - such a special group of wonderful people. With love & Hugs. Caro xxxx (#17)
ReplyDeleteOh my so late to the party today. WOW 14 years it's amazing. I've been searching around for addresses and found one for you but heck no idea if you're still there or not, can you let me know as I'd love to send you an ATC. BJ#18
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for creating such a special group, Julia, it really brightens my week. The cats woke me at 3am and I thought I’d just check if you’d started the party early, and voilà ! Here it was. I don’t think I’ve ever been 2 on the list! Tee hee!!
ReplyDeleteThis is such an exceptional group you’ve steered, and with such a light touch. Full of warmth and friendship even though we’re so different from each other in many ways. Enjoy the ivory anniversary, my dear.
Hugs
Lynnecrafts 2
Congratulations on another successful year! Thank you again for such a wonderful place to meet up . . .
ReplyDeleteA very busy day for me . . . partying with my WOYWW friends then moving on to Dx's party . . . . back again to WOYWW! How super is that . . .
Enjoy the day
Christine #19
Hi Julia. Congratulations on the 14th Anniversary of WOYWW. Love what you have said this morning. I have not been on for ages and it us good to know we are all welcome however long it's been. Xxx Anne 20
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Julia on keeping it going for so long! I have really appreciated being a part of this for my few years...
ReplyDeleteAt the moment I am last on the list so wonder if I will be sending to Robyn...
Happy 14th Anniversary!
Susan #21
Good morning, Miss Julia.
ReplyDeleteLifetime Girl Scout (or Girl Guides to you). "Make New Friends But Keep the Old - One is Silver and the Other's Gold. A Circle Round, It never ends. That's how long I want to be your friend."
Hugs & Creative Blessings! ~Kelly #25
Happy WOYWW. 14 years of sharing - our crafting and our lives. Ali x #24
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary Julia! Thank you for all you do keeping the group together. Hugs and more hugs Angela #25
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary Julia I haven’t used blogger for several years but still have an occasional look and I’m in awe that you have kept woyww going well done what an achievement . I hope we have many more years To enjoy ❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteSolicited Julia fat above us anonymous I can’t feff tv google to change tii ny google login !!!! I am Andrea of Artyandrea and did want to login to say congrats sorry I can’t figure out how to !!!
ReplyDeleteI'm running slow due to my hand, but after seeing Mary Anne's post, do you remember Elizabeth from Oz? She had a cat and a brand new Scan-N-Cut before they became popular (in fact right after they came out). I remember she worked in TV or sportscasting. I know she also died (like Janet and Shaz), but her friend who often crafted with her was going to keep things going. I don't suppose you ever heard from her friend after that. Just wondering.
ReplyDeleteHi Julia, as I said in my post you put it so well just how much your WOYWW means to us all. For someone like me, whose life is anything but straightforward at the moment, it's a way of staying involved albeit as and when possible. So from this stalwart of the old guard congratulations on 14 years and thank you for keeping on keeping on! Hugs, Elizabeth x #27
ReplyDeleteI've had to come to my trusty old tablet to comment - blogger huh?! You really do gather together the nicest people! Congratulations on 14 years of WOYWW and all the great friendships that started here! I know I don't join in often now but I am always made to feel welcome because that's what WOYWWers are like, Thanks so much lovely lady, hugs, Chrisx
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Julia for linking me on this 14th anniversary! I'm here by turning off WiFi on my phone! Hoping to swap with all that want to!! Have a great woyww thank you for the best and longest world wide blog hop ever!! ((Lyn)
ReplyDeleteOh I'm stoked, just received a gorgeous ATC from you and the most gorgeous retro badge, wearing it with pride. Please can you send me your address, well I mean I have one but hey not sure I'm up to date. Totally lost the plot so if you haven't moved in the past 14 years I guess it's the right one!!! Does one stone make you cross!!! wink wink say no more BJ#18
ReplyDeleteJust a quick note to say I feel so bad I had to miss this Anniversary week. Out of Town, I did mail ATC's to those who wanted one, on May 10th and hoping all get to where they need be ! Jan text a few minutes and got hers so I'll have faith!!! Grand daughter had a Senior awards night and hadn't been that way since Nov. Beautiful day to travel and after tomorrow 3 funerals will all be over. Then back for her Graduation Friday and Party on Sunday. Lots of miles to and from. Thanks for WOYWW and your message within this one made me feel good. ENJOY a great week.
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