Newspaper Blackout Poetry!

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Group:	Cup and Chaucer
Swap Coordinator:	Strixie (contact)
Swap categories:	Letters & Writing
Number of people in swap:	7
Location:	International
Type:	Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:	May 3, 2011
Date items must be sent by:	May 25, 2011
Number of swap partners:	1
Description:
Inspired by Austin Kleon's "Newspaper Blackout Poems," this swap is a chance for you to make your own. The technique is simple: pick up a newspaper and sharpie and black out words leaving only a few select words to make up a poem or two. Here is a link about it: http://newspaperblackout.com If you want to learn more, google: "Blackout poetry." Have fun! You might never look at newsprint the same.

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LadyStephanie 04/24/2011 #

Cool swap! Thanks for hosting @Strixie :o)

Midnightshadow 04/26/2011 #

So sad I don't get newspapers written in English, my partner wouldn't understand a thing :-p

LizzyJo 04/30/2011 #

It's really hard!!!!

Saristotle 05/ 1/2011 #

How does this need to be sent? As a postcard or in an envie? Fun idea!!

Strixie 05/ 3/2011 #

Oh shoot, I'm sorry I didn't see this note sooner. I wish hosts would get notified for new discussions. Anyhow, I left the size open to accommodate various column widths and leave more wiggle room to find words. I think it would have to be in an envie, since it is from a newpaper or magazine clipping. But, I suppose a postcard would work if it was securely mounted to the card and laminated or decoupaged. I am leaving it up to the sender to decide. Just make something nice and make sure its sturdy.

Strixie 05/ 3/2011 #

Midnightshadow, I think it would be fine to try it in your language, as long as you include a translation for your partner. I think it would be fun to receive one from another country. :)

Saristotle 05/ 3/2011 #

Thanks for answering and extending the date!

PenguinParade 05/ 3/2011 #

Question about the dates: Is it correct that the send by date is Tomorrow? The day after the swap sign up closes?

Strixie 05/ 3/2011 #

Sorry about that, I meant to add an extra sign up date, I put the send date back to May 25. Sorry about the confusion. My bad.

Midnightshadow 05/ 4/2011 #

Hi! I wasn't fast enough but will definitly sign up next time!

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