I've used the new Tim Holtz Mixed Media dies - I got these just before we went away on holiday in February and this is the first time I've used them. Astrid made the most fabulous tag a short while ago and I'm afraid I loved the design so much, I hope she dosen't mind, but I've done something similar.
I've used Tyvek - a friend gave me some very large envelopes a while ago which I use to line my little home made spray box. There's now quite a few sprayed sheets, and in some glorious colour combinations and some with a lovely sheen from Perfect Pearl sprays. From one large sheet I've used the top and base for the tag and also cut the butterfly, I used a thin coat of PVA to attach to card as the sheets are quite thin and soft, before I die cut. I stamped in gold pigment ink, but then remembered this stuff reacts with direct heat, so I stamped again in Potting soil creating a shadow effect.
I think you might be seeing a bit more of these sheets in the future.
Well I'm off to do some catching up, as I've been the poorest of bloggers lately, I developed a chest infection at the end of my holiday and it's taken until this week before I've felt as if I've got some energy at last.
Have a great weekend whatever you're doing, and as it's my Wedding Anniversary tomorrow, I'm going to make sure I get spoilt!
Avril xx
Oh my Avril, what a stunning creation and what a lovely play time you had with your new goodies and you have achieved such lovely depth and contrast.
ReplyDeleteB x
Very pretty. It got a nice vintage feel. :) Erika
ReplyDeleteWonderful tag, love the beautiful colours and style. Hope you soon feel really better. Have a god weekend, hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteWow Avril, this is stunning! I love the flourish in the background and your butterfly is breathtaking! hugs :)
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous tag. Beautiful design and vintage coloring.
ReplyDeleteHave a happy weekend ❤
Beautiful Avril and I am quite sure that Astrid will be flattered that you loved her tag so much.
ReplyDeleteWarm crafty hugs from Shirl x x x
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This is beautiful Avril, the colours look so rich! The butterfly is a beauty! Hoping to catch up myself soon! Chrisx
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous tag Avril, love the colours.
ReplyDeleteHope you both have a great day tomorrow on your Anniversary.
Yvonne xx
Hope you have a very happy anniversary Avril.
ReplyDeleteLove the tag and so lovely that you were inspired by Astrid. I am sure your tag will inspire others as well
Love Chrissie xx
Tyvek is so much fun....I hope you have as lovely an anniversary tomorrow as I had yesterday (39th!)
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Beautiful tag.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant creation, love this image and gorgeous colours chosen. Hope you are enjoying your weekend.xx
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So beautiful! They say that imitation is the highest form of flattery - I am sure you made Astrid's heart smile!
ReplyDeletesandy xx
Wow this is stunning Avril..... such beautiful shades of colour! And I've not heard of Tyvek - so I'm going to look it up! I love the flourish you've created there... it's beautiful and perfect for the butterfly.
ReplyDeleteHope you're enjoying your anniversary!
Hugs
Christine x
Oh, there's a wonderful glow to this tag, Avril - so happy to hear you got some playtime, and the results are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteAlison x
Avril this is simply stunning. The colours are amazing!
ReplyDeleteHappy Anniversary too .... love and best wishes to you both xx
WOW that tag is so marvellous I love it and all details!
ReplyDeleteHugs Anja
Pretty tag, Avril. Happy Anniversary and I hope you get to feeling well. xoxo
ReplyDeleteWOW what a great TAG. I love the the colours and details... fantastic!
ReplyDeleteHugs Carola
Love the finish of the paper, it looks really aged and kind of leathery, makes me want to touch it....
ReplyDeleteGorgeous tag, I love it very much :) xx
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty, I love the new die I just have to get it. Love the coloring, too.
ReplyDeleteHugz, Z