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Saturday, 30 November 2013

Be Merry!




Hello all.  I'm feeling pretty merry: two Funkie Junkie inspired posts in a week... I might manage the whole 12 Tags of Christmas yet!

 But, in a move that could cause chaos (only for me, it's okay), I've leapt out of order.  I did my Number 1, and now this is my version of Number 8.  

 This could mean I end up with three of one and none of some others, unless I keep a very tight rein on things.  But this was the one that caught my attention next, so I yielded to temptation.

 It runs pretty close to Linda's original, but I've used Artistic Outpost stamps to create mine.

If you haven't yet joined in, there is still time.  This is only my second piece, and we have until 22nd December to get them all done.  The competition details are all here with Tag 1, and there are prizes sponsored by The Funkie Junkie Boutique (well worth a visit anyway if you've never been - lots of AO stamps, quite apart from all the other lovely stuff).



So, I did the background pretty much following Linda's instructions - but my snowflakes are from Snowy Woods (the large ones) and Sleigh Ride (the small ones).
My Father Christmas (from Snowy Woods again) is stamped on book paper with a wash of Vanilla Fresco paint over it.

The sentiment is also from Snowy Woods, with a little touch of the fir branch from the same set.


I don't have a snowflake die or punch, though I'm sorely tempted by the one Linda used, so I used some little Studio Calico wooden stars to add interest.














 I loved the touch of the little rusty bell, so I added one of my own, tied with fine twine.











And the same twine fastens the very subtly inked seam binding at the top.









Somehow it needed a bit more length, so I decided to use the Vintage Lace Decorative Strip Die on another book page and inked that to add to the foot of the tag.  

 And we're done!

 I'm entering this as Tag 8 in the Funkie Junkie 12 Tags of Christmas, sponsored by The Funkie Junkie Boutique





A merry heart doeth good like medicine.
King Solomon
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49 comments:

  1. Evelyn Walter30 November 2013 at 13:05

    Very nice again, dear Alison! I really love your work, one can see the joy you have in making in every single project. Have a nice weekend xx Evelyn

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  2. Claudia N.30 November 2013 at 13:14

    What a lovely, lovely tag, Alison!

    Love the see the lace die back in use again and the tiny bell is such a gorgeous addition too!

    The embossed snowflake background is absolutely wonderful!
    And thank you so much for your wonderful comment on my blog too! :))

    Hugs,
    Claudia x

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  3. Marci30 November 2013 at 13:57

    Love this one, too. Very nice color, the embossed snowflakes are beautiful, and the stars, vintage lace diecut, and stamping just go together so perfectly.

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  4. Marci30 November 2013 at 14:03

    P.S. The little rusty bell is just right.

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  5. Amanda30 November 2013 at 14:42

    Great festive tag, I can't resist a snowflake and that background is stunning
    Love
    Amanda x

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  6. Meggymay30 November 2013 at 15:10

    Super tag, the trimming look fantastic.
    Yvonne

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  7. Shirley30 November 2013 at 15:29

    So far so good Alison I can't wait to see more. Fabby tag and how cute is the frou frou looking edge.

    Warm crafty hugs from Shirl x x

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  8. Ana K.30 November 2013 at 16:08

    Again stunning....rusty bell and paper lace are perfect for vintage tag...

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  9. Margaret30 November 2013 at 17:35

    Your tag is gorgeous and I love the rusty jingle bell!!

    Finally finding time to pop in and attempt to catch up again!!

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  10. Mary Elizabeth30 November 2013 at 17:51

    Gorgeous!! Of course I love your color palette :) And I adore that rusty bell ... perfect. The wooden stars are really a great rustic touch. They go so well with the book pages and the stamps that you used. Fabulous tag. I wish I could play along. I don't think I'll make it this year though. -- Mary Elizabeth

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  11. Inkypinkycraft30 November 2013 at 17:58

    a really gorgeous tag, love all those subtle details...still hoping to join in x :)

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  12. barbarayaya6230 November 2013 at 18:22

    How I love your tag! I love everything, the colors, the stamp, the sentiment, the blue is a beautiful color for the holidays! Wonderful as always!!!! BArbarayaya

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  13. Kelly 30 November 2013 at 18:49

    So sweet and soft and love the colors. The sentiment is really nice too. I love the wood, twine and rusty bell that brings it in so naturally.
    Beautiful.
    Kelly

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  14. Terry30 November 2013 at 19:18

    Very pretty Christmas tag, Alison! I love the mix of blues and brown and the added little bell! Hugs!

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  15. Dagmar30 November 2013 at 19:54

    wow - beautiful tag - the embossed snowflake background is fantastic!

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  16. Jenny Marples30 November 2013 at 22:38

    A beautiful tag Alison. The background snowflakes are so delicate and add such depth, and the little lace border is a fantastic finishing touch. Good luck with getting the rest completed. Jenny x

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  17. Alie Hoogenboezem-de Vries30 November 2013 at 22:44

    Such a nice Santa...he feels well on this lovely tag Alison.
    Have a nice Sunday, Alie :-)

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  18. Astrid Maclean30 November 2013 at 23:17

    Wonderful take on Linda's original Alison and I have to say I love those snow flake stamps! The stars are a great addition too. Number 8 was one of my favourites too!

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  19. Julie Lee30 November 2013 at 23:22

    This is lovely! I love the use of text on the trim and that beautiful, blue. I really want to join in this challenge because the tags are so gorgeous and I think it would be such fun, but I wonder if it's realistic, as I haven't done a single tag yet. I keep wondering if I could manage them all in one frenzy of crafting! Julie Ann xx

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  20. Deborah30 November 2013 at 23:39

    A lovely tag, Alison, in your signature colours, but that Santa doesn't look too friendly, does he. Wouldn't want to go into *his* grotto!:-)

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  21. Unknown1 December 2013 at 01:36

    Beautiful tag in my favourite colour combo! Love the stars; just got some in stock and they are adorable. Agree with Deborah above; Santa looks a bit grumpy, LOL. Hugz, Sandy

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  22. Kate Yetter1 December 2013 at 02:20

    Lovely tag! I love the soft blue with the embossed snow flakes. And of course Father Christmas is awesome!

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  23. Netty1 December 2013 at 02:22

    Smashing Christmas tag, love the colourings and the cute rusty bell. Hugs Annette x

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  24. Cinderella Moments 1 December 2013 at 03:30

    Oh yes! The rusty bell finishes it perfectly. It's such a gorgeous tag.
    hugs♥,
    Caroline

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  25. Mona Pendleton1 December 2013 at 03:34

    So pretty Alison! Love all the snowflakes and Vintage Santa! The wooden stars scattered about add a nice touch!

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  26. Shelby1 December 2013 at 06:38

    Gorgeous tag! You always are so creative and bring all of the different elements together just beautifully for awesome composition.

    Shelby

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  27. Brenda Brown1 December 2013 at 07:31

    A fabulous take Alison, lovely colours and images and the border finishes it off beautifully.
    hugs {brenda} x0x

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  28. Kezzy1 December 2013 at 08:37

    Wow wow wow Alison so loving your christmasy tag, that santa is awesome and I love your blue background. Hugs :-) Kezzy xxx

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  29. May1 December 2013 at 10:23

    Gorgeous tag Alison, Love the blue & all the fantastic trimmings...perfect festive image too....Hugs May x x

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  30. chrissie1 December 2013 at 10:31

    Terrific ideas on this tag. Love the fancy piece of book page at the bottom.

    Chrissie x

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  31. Paper Profusion1 December 2013 at 13:28

    Gorgeous tag Alison! The lace end is a brilliant addition and I love your little stars. HappY Sunday! Nicola x

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  32. Anonymous1 December 2013 at 15:37

    Fantastic tag, I love the colours & the lace is so pretty. I'm now three tags behind, but I'm determined to get all twelve made before the 22nd - three weeks away, plenty of time......

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  33. Cocofolies1 December 2013 at 16:55

    A really lovely tag Alison, love this delicate background, and all the cute details on it... Hugs Coco xx

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  34. Redanne1 December 2013 at 18:00

    This is so beautiful Alison, loving the colour palette and the gorgeous vintage Santa.

    Annie and I had a fabulous but very tiring weekend, Finn taught for 9 hours! Hugs, Anne x

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  35. Martina1 December 2013 at 18:50

    So beautifully designed, dear Alison! Again a feast for the eyes.

    I wish you a wonderful first Advent:-)

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  36. maj.1 December 2013 at 18:54

    So lovely tag, Alison!!!!

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  37. Candy C1 December 2013 at 21:39

    Alison...your tag is gorgeous! <3 Candy

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  38. Asia King (aka Joanna K)1 December 2013 at 23:06

    Fabulous festive tag Alison, love the snowflakes in the background! xx

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  39. Unknown1 December 2013 at 23:28

    Hehe I totally understand creating out of order, I do it all the time because I just can't seem to go along with the normal flow of things. I think it must be a sign of genius creativity - at least that's how I do and will choose to see things x. Another gorgeous tag Alison, I will look forward to seeing the rest

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  40. Patti P.2 December 2013 at 00:36

    Gorgeous Alison, I love every element on this beautiful tag....especially the rusty bell!!!
    hugs....

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  41. Unknown2 December 2013 at 00:57

    Love this tag and the little jingle bell too! Good luck with the challenge Alison. :) Hugs

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  42. Gio2 December 2013 at 15:41

    This is very inpired! Truly delicate and so vintage!

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  43. Dorthe2 December 2013 at 16:01

    Beautiful, blue snowflakes on blue sky, and the sweetest santa-
    I love the paper add in the bottom,- and your stars falling.
    xo, Dorthe

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  44. Silvia(Barnie)2 December 2013 at 21:08

    That's a gorgeous tag, love the blue and brown combination. Santa looks fab.

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  45. Nan G2 December 2013 at 22:54

    This is a gorgeous tag! Love the wintery color scheme. Now to get caught up with all your posts!

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  46. maria's knutselplezier3 December 2013 at 06:57

    What a great tag!!!I really love the colours!!

    Greetings
    Maria

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  47. Cathy L. Calamas3 December 2013 at 20:17

    Love this tag and your chalked canvas below. Its so inspiring to see non-traditional colors used for Christmas themes. Really quite beautiful in blues/browns.

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  48. Bärbel4 December 2013 at 19:58

    Das Tag ist wunderschön, herrliche Stempel und eine tolle Gestaltung.
    Liebe Grüße, Bärbel

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  49. Linda Coughlin, the funkie junkie12 December 2013 at 14:09

    Your background came out fantastic, Alison. Love that you used all AO stamps for this piece. The book page is fantastic - LOVE the font! And those little wooden stars are delightful and perfect in pace of snowflakes! Another lovely tag!

    Hugs,
    Linda

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Thank so much for taking the time to stop by. It's lovely to hear what you think - every comment is so much appreciated.