Louise's challenge this week is to use Postage on the Tag. I really wanted to play since I made a tag last week and didn't share it as it didn't work out the way I had planned.
I actually used some postage from a package that Deborah sent me from Canada. I had some lovely stamps from Indonesia that I was going to use but these worked with the colors better. The bell and Forever are from a package of stamps we purchased. They include a large sticker that emulates the stamp and I cut it up and used the images.
The train image is from some Graphics 45 paper that I purchased with tags. I loved the colors and decided to create a coordinating tag. I started with an ivory tag and added red, orange and brown distressing to emulate the Graphics 45 paper. The map is a Hero Arts stamp which I love and don't get to use often enough.
I also wanted to share a card I made for the Card Patterns Sketch and for the Cards Blog challenge this week. I unfortunately missed the deadline for the Card Patterns challenge. :(
This is for my youngest DD birthday. She has a July birthday and thinks any red, white and blue card for the 4th of July is for her. So I like to make her a card with the 4th of July mixed in.
Sorry I haven't been around to visit. I have been having issues with my wrists due to too much typing for work, so I have been taking a little of a break from commenting. I will try to get around soon!
Thanks for stopping by...
Suzz
What a gorgeous card for your DD. That's really special Sue! The tag is great too.
ReplyDeleteI remember having a similar problem with my wrists years ago - Repetative Strain Injury and boy, does that constant pain set your teeth on edge. It's always lovely to get your visits and comments but they'll wait. Take care and lots of hugs.
Lesley Xx
Both your tag and card are so good Suzz. Love them both. I've been collecting some of the wonderful stamps from the cards I've been getting from all round the world - so better hunt them out to make a tag!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a handsome tag--love the rich, warm colors and travel theme. And your daughter's birthday card is too cute! Love those doggie ribbons! Do take care of your wrists--carpal tunnel can be a pain!
ReplyDeleteThe tag is so rich! There's just something special about a dark border around an already-deep rich color. Wonderful use of that Forever stamp, as well as the beautiful Canadian one.
ReplyDeleteYour tag is wonderful... I just love graphic 45. It is fun how you put all those elements together...
ReplyDeleteyour birthday card is adorable..She is going to love it.
I hope your hand feels better soon.. ~Linda
Sorry to hear about about the wrist situation Suzz - just rest and relax. Love your stylish tag and cute card. I am planning to try my first tag so may just browse your fabby blog for some inspiration! Jo x
ReplyDeleteGreat use of the Liberty Bell from the stamp package. (I've used those myself). Love the colors and your stamp collage, Suzanne!
ReplyDeleteWhat great vintage travel themes on your tag. Your birthday pup is so adorable.
ReplyDeleteLove how you put your tag together and how the colors on the butterflies on the stamps fit in perfectly!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your wrists, wow you must type quite alot! Hope you can get them rested Sue!
Love your first card and those stamps are perfect for it. Really really love the card for your daughter. Don't you worry about commenting and take care of your wrists. Take it from someone who has been exercising one a whole lot and not by choice. LOLOL
ReplyDeletelove both your tag and super sweet card!! Your designs are always awesome!
ReplyDeleteThat is the cutest Birthday card and that tag is AWESOME!!
ReplyDeleteThe card is the cutest!!! And your tag is fabulous! I hope your wrists will be fine, soon!!
ReplyDeletebeautiful tag!! love the vintage look and your card is the cutest!!! lovely lovely!! hope your wrist gets better soon!!
ReplyDeleteYour tag is so beautiful Sue! Wonderful colours, design and distressing. Your daughter's birthday card is super cute! The little dog with the bows is adorable and I love all the stars and gingham ribbon!
ReplyDeleteDon't worry about commenting Sue, just take good card of your hands and give them time to recover.
This is a really great tag! I love Graphic 45, and the use of all the elements really works! I've used the Liberty Bell stamp, too! Isn't that awesome that you're getting a free sticker with your stamps? lol Your card is cute, too!
ReplyDeleteLove the distressing on your tag and your puppy card is adorable! SUPER cute!
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