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A lot of us have Pinterest boards and collages full of aesthetics for our books and characters…but I was thinking–and I want y’all’s opinions on this–what if we started aesthetic boxes?
All it would be is like a wooden box or small plastic tote or an old shoebox, but you’d fill it with anything that fits the story. It could be mixtapes and books that have inspired the story itself–things that will outlive Spotify playlists and Kindle readers. It could be articles of clothing or fabric swatches like what your characters wear. It could be a piece of jewelry that plays a significant role in the story. It could be photos and drawings. It could be random things found at Walmart or antique stores or your own attic that fits a character or the book itself.
For example, if I did one for Held Captive, I would find a ring that looks like one character’s signet ring, a swatch of fabric that matches a dress Rina wears, an old Bible for my hero Xavier–stuff like that.
What do y’all think? Good idea? Not a good idea? Something you’re already doing?
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even dressed in silk.@gracie-j Ooh…nice idea! Unfortunately I’m not quite one to have many items that fit stories…I’ll probably just try to make story/character aesthetics instead. I haven’t made many before…I like the idea, though.
Lately, it's been on my brain
Would you mind letting me know
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That sounds so cool! Unfortunately though, I am way too lazy to even make character boards. *grins sheepishly*
@gracie-j That’s SO COOL! *frantically thinks of things for my WIPs’ boxes*
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Awesome idea! I’ve been thinking of doing something similar for my short stories, but with scrap booking instead of a box of things. So like having a page or pages in a scrapbook dedicated to each of the different short stories. It would have pages the color of the story’s mood, pictures that mirror the events and characters, illustrations, a simple story board, and quotes from the stories in fancy lettering. I’ve been wanting to do this for awhile now, especially since I have so much craft paper, washi tap, markers, stickers, and anything and everything crafty that I’ve collected over many Christmases and Birthdays.
Maybe we could share picture of our story boxes or scrapbooks! It would be pretty cool to take a peak into the worlds of everyone’s stories. If they ever get made that is. XD
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@millennium I’m so glad you like it!
@devastate-lasting I keep trying to get a collage put together for at least one of my novels, but I’m too much of a perfectionist! I’d love to see what you whip up!@joy-caroline I know how you feel! Fortunately for me, I love to shop (not that I have the money 😉 ), and I know of a great antique store that would be overflowing with great stuff for several boxes!
@jenwriter17 Girl, if you get one together, I’d love to see it!
@kathleenramm That is a FABULOUS idea too!All right–I challenge all of those who want to/can put together at least one box (or scrapbook) for either a character or a story, then share it right here once it’s complete! Also, for those of y’all who want to show off collages and aesthetics, do so here too! I love seeing all of y’all’s pics and inspiration!
@gracie-j What about sharing music that inspires our WIPs? For me, I love the live action dumbo soundtrack! It’s great for the Circus vibe and has a lot of great instrumentals. (My 3 favs from the album is Logo, Trains A Comin’ and Pink Elephants on Parade!)
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#ProtectSebI also love You’re Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile by Sia. It’s great for my character Jocelyn, and I think anyone who has a very upbeat, smiley character might enjoy this song!
Imagine dragons is also great. I just luv music lol
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@godlyfantasy12 Good idea! I should probably start a separate topic for us to share playlists! I’ll tag ya!
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This an incredible idea!
For a while now, I have collected bits and pieces that feel like they ought to be in my story, but I never knew exactly what I could do with them! Yes, if or when I finish it, I’ll definitely share it!Also, such an awesome idea! I’ll probably definitely be making one.
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@abigail-m Yay! I can’t wait to see it!
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That is a SUPER AWESOME IDEA!!!!!!!!!! *gasp* Okay, now I’m already trying to figure out what to put in my box. I am SOO DOING THAT!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU SOO MUCH for this AWESOME idea!!!!!!!!!
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@issawriter7 Thank you! I’m so glad that you like it! I’m super excited to see what everyone’s gonna do!
Me personally, I haven’t gotten a chance to shop for anything to put in a box, let alone for a box!
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