Watercolor and Printables Tag

Tag it Tuesday This week’s tag combines a small watercolor sample and printables from the store to create a rustic-themed tag. The colors in the wood printable are subtle and repeated in the small watercolor. Printables: My favorite printer brand for many years has been HP. I also use their ink supply service where I … Continue reading “Watercolor and Printables Tag”

Faux Texture Paste – Tag it Tuesday

This week’s tag uses a household product as a faux texture paste. I started with white ink and it didn’t work as well as I envisioned. I added sequins, ink blended the edges, and a raised sentiment. While the sequins darkened the look, they also added a bit of sparkle when moved in the light. … Continue reading “Faux Texture Paste – Tag it Tuesday”

DIY Resist Spray Tag

Tag it Tuesday This week’s tag is a variety of mixed media. Beginning with DIY resist spray and ink smooshing. Then add ephemera in coordinating colors to finish the tag. To make your own DIY Resist Spray, follow my tutorial here: [Resist Spray] For the free teacup PDF printable: [Teacups] In the above close-up image, … Continue reading “DIY Resist Spray Tag”

Tag it Tuesday – Mica Powder

It is so fun to stamp with mica powders, especially interference colors. The colors show best on dark surfaces, and you don’t know what you will get until you apply it. If you make tags or enjoy tags, I’d love for you to join us at Crafting Tags If you would like to make your own … Continue reading “Tag it Tuesday – Mica Powder”

Reverse Embossing – Tag it Tuesday

This tye-dye look is achieved with a technique called reverse embossing. It uses the “wrong” side of the embossed card stock. After ink blending into the negative spaces, black ink is applied to the raised surfaces to create the look. I added a sticker sentiment and a few gems to finish the tag off. If … Continue reading “Reverse Embossing – Tag it Tuesday”

Tag it Tuesday – Collage

This week’s Tag it Tuesday is all about collage. Using printables from the Try it – Like it – Create it store for the background collage and wording. Collaging with a printable image can be fun and playful. You can cut, tear, and layer pieces. The materials used for this week’s tag are pretty basic. … Continue reading “Tag it Tuesday – Collage”

Glitter and Mica Powder Ornament

with Ceya When I got products from Ceya I wanted to combine glitter and mica powder. On the first try, I decided to make an ornament. Having not done this before, I wasn’t sure of the outcome, but I am thrilled with the results and can’t wait to try other applications. Materials: Video Tutorial: If … Continue reading “Glitter and Mica Powder Ornament”