Re: [Origami] Questions regarding pin trading
Gerardo asked: 1. I see a lot more rules when it comes to ATC, for example, what to write on the back of each card. Are there usually no rules regarding pin trading? At OrigamiUSA, the pin trade (in which I have participated several times) is pretty much a friendly free-for-all; just bring some origami pins (or some origami somethings) and trade. People do some really creative things, both pins and otherwise; some make origami containers of one kind or another and put a piece of candy inside each one, for example. That’s why it’s now called “Pins Plus” or something like that nowadays. I think most of us try to put a sticker or label on the pin-or-whatever saying who made it and who designed it, and the date and occasion. 2. Those of you who have participated in the past, how many pins do you usually make for trading in each convention? I make as many as I can, usually around 15-20. 3. Do you gals/guys use the pins you have received on a non-convention day? I don’t, but I keep them and pull them out sometimes for inspiration or to show other origamists. Thanks! Matthew
Re: [Origami] Questions regarding pin trading
I had recently made several questions regarding pin trading. Miranda AKA Mizu-randa answered one of my questions. The lanyard used at the convention is also used, during the days of the event, for holding the pins. Thank you Miranda! I appreciate it if you can answer some of the other ones. Is that OK? 1. I see a lot more rules when it comes to ATC, for example, what to write on the back of each card. Are there usually no rules regarding pin trading? 2. Those of you who have participated in the past, how many pins do you usually make for trading in each convention? 3. Do you gals/guys use the pins you have received on a non-convention day? Anyone else who can answer them please do : ) I forgot to mention last time to please feel free to answer directly to my email address if it makes you feel more comfortable. In that case please write to gerardo(a)neorigami.com Thank you in advance. -- Gerardo gerardo(a)neorigami.com
Re: [Origami] Questions regarding pin trading
-Original Message- From: Gerardo @neorigami.com Sent: 06 February, 2020 22:58 To: origami lists digitalorigami Subject: Re: [Origami] Questions regarding pin trading Dear Gerardo (and others) I don't remember where the idea came from (Germany I think) but we've been trading at the Dutch weekend convention for about 15 years. Any model you can put on a mini cloth peg will do, although safety pins, double sided tape and thread are also used. It's not about the model as such, it's about the trading and sharing. At our convention all participants always get a lanyard to show to the hotel personnel who's in our group. Usually there aren't any other guests so it's not really necessary but the lanyard is a perfect place to put the pins. There you have it, free advice from an experienced expert. :-D Origards, Miranda Mme A.M. van de Beek Antibes, France www.vandebeek.eu <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
Re: [Origami] Questions regarding pin trading
Yesterday I shared you a list of questions I have regarding the practice of pin trading during origami conventions. Aside from that, I shared with you a picture of a pin I had recently created and I also asked a couple of questions in relation to my pin. I decided to also make a GIF to better show it. Hopefully, it'll help you answer my questions: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/Hh95qOh-DSmRtHbcI6Kzr0fFxuycjR0GNBxOQ1itVE82p8Vq8Yw_BxRPwcjS5PqCz26b6MVFOViUALL8bER_Xgj6rZ4ygIxaHnZktmnl7H8LLq7hZOvVOP4tlqjHPAkgGOlTSqeVww=w2400 Thank you all : ) -- Gerardo gerardo(a)neorigami.com
Re: [Origami] Questions regarding pin trading
re: your pin, it looks like a hand gardening shovel to me. Louise in Northern California
[Origami] Questions regarding pin trading
I know, I haven't dropped the topic about kusudamas and now I'm starting a new one. That's so me ; ) Anyway, I'm somewhat curious about pin trading during conventions. I know very little about it so I was hoping you gals/guys could help me with a couple of questions. 1. I see a lot more rules when it comes to ATC, for example, what to write on the back of each card. Are there usually no rules regarding pin trading? 2. Those of you who have participated in the past, how many pins do you usually make for trading in each convention? 3. I understand some of them are attached to a traditional wooden clothespin. How do you wear does kind of trading pins if you can't pierce through your T-shirt with a clothespin? 4. Do you gals/guys use the pins you have received on a non-convention day? Aside from these questions I wanted to show you a pin I created yesterday through origami. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/4-BQBBQQLy8jpzTxuPSgB_GgKWwSu2-eAt2ceV0k9XKDy9a4j1EDESapnk1jE5jhfTQGuvDdYxn7dkz_4qPflgM-HrOVKsQvtyKhKA5N5Lr0mjHuTTdyg4hH6VK3I_Svqy8rO5uz9g=w2400 It works like a clip. It's two sides are pretty firm from its folds, so it holds on to what you place in the middle; in this case my T-shirt's pocket. So I had a couple of more questions regarding my model. 5. Are you aware of any other origami model that works like a wearable pin without the need for safety pins, clothespin, magnets, etc.? 6. Would you say that it also looks like a chili or does it look more like some other vegetable or fruit? If so, which? Please, don't mind the color, I'm more interested in its shape. 7. What would be a better name "Chili Pin" or "Chili Pepper Pin"? Since English isn't my first language I'm not clear if they both mean the same or not. Thank you in advance. -- Gerardo gerardo(a)neorigami.com
