Handmade holiday tags....I think they're the sweetest and can certainly make a gift extra special. Our first group post at Papertrey Ink this month is all about creating holiday tags in bulk using the new 2012 Holiday Tags stamp set.
My tags serve as pockets as well where a gift card or Christmas treat could be tucked away and presented in the form as a tag. I began with Papertrey Ink's Small Square Kraft envelopes which measure 3x3". A small glassine bag fits perfectly down inside and adds just the right space for the gift card or treat.
Next I cut paper to fit the front of each envelope. I used both Pure Poppy Bitty Dot and the new Limeade Ice Gingham, alternating them on each envelope. Next came the use of the Limitless Layers 2 1.4" Die Collection, alternating the patterned paper and color once again, and then topped off with a solid Vintage Cream square stamped with the sweetest image and sentiment from the new 2012 Holiday Tags stamp set. I stamped the wreath in Simply Chartreuse, berries in Pure Poppy, and sentiment in Classic Kraft. A double strand of Pure Poppy Baker's Twine finished off each tag very simply.
I dressed up the top of each tag by using Simply Chartreuse Twill and die cutting flowers from the new Bells & Boughs Bloomers Die Collection and Pure Poppy felt. Each flower is topped off with a Fine Linen button.
We were also asked to create a card using some of the same elements as in the tags along with the same image. This came together in a snap and just makes me happy to look at. The only additions would be the use of the new Background Basics: Super Stripes stamped in Simply Chartreuse and Fresh Snow across the bottom of the card and Fine Line Grosgrain across the front of the card.
A few extra buttons and in a snap my holiday cards and tags can be done for the season!
Thanks so much for visiting! Can't wait to see what the other designers have created to share. Here are links to their blogs:
I love gifting bags, yours are so sweet! How do you make the sewing line holes around the edge of your wreath image?
Posted by: jan m | October 13, 2012 at 06:18 AM
Your creations look so complicated but when you break them down it reveals your creativity. Love the alternating colors on the small envies with decorated glassines inside. My MIL just went into assisted living and all the employees there have been so helpful and friendly that I will need to make "something" for them as a thankyou; this might be do-able.
Posted by: Linda L in Tennessee | October 13, 2012 at 06:23 AM
Georgeous!!! I was the one from PTI forum looking for particular sentiments having to do with "it was so good to see you" I was wondering if you could still give me the links or share the products with me.I appreciate it!!
Posted by: Jennifer | October 13, 2012 at 06:25 AM
Oh, this is gorgeous, Melis! I love the wreath on the limitless layers squares diecuts!
Posted by: Leigh Penner | October 13, 2012 at 07:21 AM
Love the holiday colors and patterns!! Beautiful card!!
Posted by: Kristy | October 13, 2012 at 09:26 AM
LOVE IT!!
Posted by: Holly Saveur | October 13, 2012 at 10:58 AM
Beautiful tags and cards. Beautiful colors.
Posted by: Mary Davis | October 13, 2012 at 11:17 AM
Melissa I so look forward to your projects. Your so creative and your card and tag envelopes are beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talents.
Posted by: Mary Lou Kemp | October 13, 2012 at 11:37 AM
So-o-o impressed with your creativity! Thanks for sharing.
-- Connie C.
Posted by: Connie C. | October 13, 2012 at 12:32 PM
Melis, you are the best, always doing beautiful and lovely creations, you are talented and gifted, I am so glad I found you, tell me if i can ask here questions about pti ink pads. I need some advice, thanks in advance and happy weekend.
Posted by: angelina | October 13, 2012 at 01:15 PM
So sweet and cute!
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | October 13, 2012 at 03:24 PM
Oh, I LOVE how you added the felt blooms from the new dies - I must remember that, as it would work for all seasons!
I found the cutest little store today and thought of you - it was filled with all kinds of random odds and sods - so many strange things, but so many vintage lovely things, little do-dads to add to a card or tag... I knew there was lots of stuff I'd see on a Melissa card!! :)
Posted by: Meredith | October 13, 2012 at 07:16 PM
Lovely - such pretty layers and colours :)
Posted by: Janet | October 13, 2012 at 09:38 PM
Clever idea to tuck a glassine bag inside your tag, especially when decorated as beautifully as yours. Love your card also ~ so very sweet, Melis!
Posted by: Kathy Mc | October 13, 2012 at 09:38 PM
" just makes me happy to look at. " I am in total agreement. Great card.
Posted by: maria f. | October 14, 2012 at 06:26 AM