A tribe of quirky creatives
Tue, October 18, 2011 at 10:38AM 
Thank you, thank you, thank you and {{{hugs}}} to everyone for the comments + positive feedback + emails in response to the "quirky journal page" aka Seeing + noticing things others don't. It was the most commented post to date and has made a huge difference in my outlook for Daisy Yellow.
I've been contemplating the future of Daisy Yellow over the past few months, gauging interest based on comments, and comments were few. Doubting. Wondering.
Comments bring the readers and the bloggers together, to interact.
As an analytical I thought it meant something was very wrong. There had to be a reason. Maybe Daisy Yellow just isn't groovy enough? Maybe... because... It really gets silly after awhile, doesn't it? Doubting ourselves?
Thank you for letting me see and hear that you are reading and you are creating.
I'm quirky. Eccentric. Different. I see things other people don't see. I combine things in my mind and make them into art. I notice colors and shapes and angles of sunlight. I take more photographs of things than people. I'm happy there are other quirky characters reading what I write and maybe it makes sense too!
I like the idea that creative blogs can be tribes. Tribes of quirky creative people.
Reader Comments (18)
Thank YOU for letting me know that it's okay to see these things, feel these feelings and express myself in whichever form I choose. Even if I don't share them with others (yet) because they don't understand them or would label them "odd" or "weird", it helps to know I'm not alone in being quirky or outside what others may deem "the norm." Blessings and best wishes for daring to create art and live out loud, even when it involves coloring outside the lines. :)
always reading, maybe not commenting. but always reading. :)
We post our endeavors because we want to connect to other people. We want that little nudge in the arm that says, "I get it." It validates our thoughts it gives us a sense of being. A comment, an e-mail or a retweet sends that message that our thoughts and words are appreciated and understood by others and in the end isn't that what we want when we put ourselves out there?
:) We're a tribe. Every little metaphorical touch on the arm counts.
I always read your posts. I admit, I'm rarely leave comments, partly because I read it in RSS. I should really comment more, maybe people will do the same over at my own blog. Creating creative tribes sounds like a wonderful idea though.
But I love your blogs. They're colourful, make me happy, and make me smile. And as I said in Twitter, you really are one of my favourite artists, so please keep on blogging ;-)
From one fellow quirky creative to another - I truly appreciate your blog and hope you continue. I started my blog in March and while I don't have much of a following yet, I know that the people who want or need to hear my message will find me. The creative outlet my blog has given me is the biggest gift for me. I used to feel that my offbeat, quirky nature was something that I needed to hide - I now celebrate my quirkiness and vision of the world. It's what I like about me most! Your uniqueness and ability to see what others don't, is exactly what this world needs more of. You are not alone - our tribe is huge - we just must have gotten split up back in time somewhere! Sending you Love & Light.... A member of your tribe!
I've been trying to set down and do my blog reading at my computer more than the RSS reader on my phone because commenting isn't very practical and I feel I get a rather different experience when I see the whole web page (most of us are so visual), can read comments and follow links. I may read fewer blogs but its a richer experience. Your blog is definitely on the must read list.
Tammy, I wonder if part of the non-commenting is tied in- a little bit - to a degree of introversion among quirky types. Like many, I look, think, and process - but don't necessarily verbalize. Particularly if the rest of your life is full of verbalization and extroversion, sometimes the acts of looking and creating become a kind of quiet refuge.
That said, I fully understand the need for feedback and dialogue, and think there is great value in it. I'm just speculating that perhaps that tendency to process quietly might explain why many readers doesn't necessarily mean many comments.
I'm glad that the last few posts have brought people - including myself - out of the woodwork. It's gratifying to feel that sense of community.
Hi Tammy...
I don't comment very often, but I read your blog every day. In fact, it's the only arts/crafts blog that I read on a daily basis. I hope you keep it up - I really enjoy your work and ideas! Thanks for doing this - I'm one of a quiet majority, I'm guessing. :) Have a great day!
I didn't respond to that post but I was nodding my head in agreement. When making certain observations out loud my husband will laugh and say "Only you would notice such a thing." Nope, not only me, you too. I'm not alone!
I read everyday too, and I'm trying to comment more. Read your post this morning and promptly added some more art supplies to my Christmas wish list (it's not too early for that, is it?)! Thanks for the stellar blog!
Glad to be in your tribe! XOXOX
What Sofie_vf said about introversion among us quirky types rings pretty true. I know does for me, even though I'd like to do a bit less lurking and much more interacting. I guess I'm beginning here - this is my first response to anyone:-). Your blog was the first one I found when I started journaling about a year ago and I come back daily. There is so much inspiration to be found here. Thank you for keeping it going!
Marsali, I am honored and I know that it is a bold step, a brave step, to make a comment on a blog! When I first started commenting on blogs, I was incredibly nervous. I lurked for a year or more, perhaps. I still limit my comments to smaller crafty or creative blogs because I think my words will be read and not just counted!
~ Tammy
don't you dare give this up and don't stop being your beautiful quirky self! I solemnly swear to comment every 5 minutes.
Let's do it! Tribes of quirky creative people!!!! We can get buttons made...maybe magnets....
See what I mean? It gets a little noisey in there sometimes. ;-)
Seriously, though... I read your blog every day!. You are in my quick links at the top of my browser. I'm not usually much of a poster but know this, I'm interested in what you have to say, in learning new things almost every day. It's personally enriching. Thank you for all of the work you put into this blog. It's very appreciated.
Say it isn't soooooo...we are out here in the blogsphere!!. I have never commented on anyone's blog..but, if it will give you some idea of how many 'silent' readers there are for your blog...well, count me in! I also have you in quick links at the top of my browser and look at it everyday. I started with the ICADS (which I thought was an amazing idea btw) and have done them faithfully since June. Now, have I ever posted a pic of one...no. I am happy to look at everyone elses' but too shy to put mine on....I know, I know....that is so sad. But, I am working up the courage! I am also taking the 21 Secrets class and did your class first. Again, I have not posted the pics yet. So, don't give up on all of us out here....we are reading and gaining so much information through your generosity and effort..and I for one say, Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!
Hi Tammy,
Just a comment to let you know that your site is at the top of my favorites list which I look at every morning. I read, reread and save posts. I think the first one I looked at was about ATCs...excellent instruction. I have been leaving more comments since I read one of Seth's posts about getting comments and leaving comments. I sure do love feedback. And, yes, I am quirky, my art is quirky, and I like it like that! It took a comment from a non artsy friend to get that across. Your work is really strange, he said with a smile. Yes, just what I wanted. I see the world in a different light and I hope my artwork gets a smile now and then. Anyway, besides all that, I love your advice on art suplies, etc. I'm new to all of this so it is very helpful. Keep up the good work!xoxobb
I read your blog every day and I love it! I love to see new posts and the colorful, creative ideas you’ve come up with. Thank you for what you do, it does make a difference! I have tried new ideas, materials and learned that journaling isn’t perfect but it’s an expression - because of you and your blog. Reading your blog helps me know that there are others out like there me. Thank you!