Hello everyone and happy happy Autumn!
I've been so busy kitting lately for the biggest class I've ever had...Christmas Village Centerpiece... so I'm sorry to have been gone for so long. MASSIVE "Thank You's" go out to all of you who commented on the baby shoes! I was absolutely blown away by all the attention they received. I really thought I'd get some sad faces over those, but it was all good...again thank you tons!
AND, with all the kitting came a little clean up, which produced the freebie products that I was supposed to give away after CHA Summer! HELLO! None of you reminded me that I was supposed to do that! ;0) I totally forgot and I am so sorry, but don't y'all want some goodies?!? I'll choose a winner from this post's comments and let you know who won on Monday, September 30th.
Now onto my September tag for Tim's 12 Tags of 2013. I followed all the steps, but gave it an Autumn twist...my favoritest season!!! While I did like a few things about the tag, I definitely thought it was way too cluttered up, so I gave it another go. I know, so not me to do a redo. I am a firm believer that there are no mistakes in Art, but I just wasn't satisfied.
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| I used the Clockwork and Rays Stencils with the Distress Paint after I added the Embossing Paste leaves using Dyan's Leaf Flourish Stencil. I was definitely a little sloppy with the Clockwork one...you cannot even make out the clock, but I thought I should keep going on it. |
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| Autumn colors of Stains came next and I was much happier because of the warm coloring, but then I just couldn't stop adding more stenciling and stamping. Why do I have to be so gaudy? |
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| I added the new Distress Glitter in Mustard Seed to Translucent Embossing Paste to make the stars. I love how they came out, and I was much happier with this tag, although I liked the colors of the first one better. Oh well...live and learn. |
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I hope your hands get creatively dirty soon!
Wow, I'm glad you didn't ask me to pick a favorite! I love them both. Thanks for a chance to win a CHA prize.
ReplyDeleteThey are gorgeous tags Anita and lovey to see your makes again! I personally lovethe blue green one , but theyvare both great ! a very generous give away too so thanks for the chance to win. Sending hugs your way xxx trace x
ReplyDeleteWow you Tags so beautiful - i love the harvest colours!
ReplyDeleteFabulous tags Anita.
ReplyDeleteAnita both tags are wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't seem to choose one over the other! Great job!!! And what a wonderful surprise with the free goodies!!! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI think both of your tags are great. Somehow I missed your steampunked shoes post, they are really cool. Thanks so much for the giveaway, I would love to win!
ReplyDeleteBoth of the tags are wonderful..second one is my favorite ! I loved the colors,stamped bird on it , the bg and sentiment..!
ReplyDeleteHave to say I adore both of them! The colours on the first are so yummy ( Autumn is my favourite season too) the second one is stunning too, almost more halloweeny in mood and those stars look amazing!!
ReplyDeleteSince I'ma "blue" gal, the blue tag is my favorite! I've missed your blog posts. Good to see you back in action!
ReplyDeleteHi there. Both tags look really cool though I do love to see the Autumn colours you've used on the first tag. They both look like they were fun to create though. Thanks for the chance to win such lovely goodies.
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Anita (well it is morning for me!) I am normally a Blue Green girl and I am definitely going to try the tip with the glitter but I love the look of the Autumn tag. It has a batik style that looks fab. Good luck with the class - I just took a peek and I can only imagine how much cutting and collating you have been doing!!! Great project to get you in the mood for Christmas. Thanks for the chance to win. x
ReplyDeleteI don't see gaudy, I just see beautiful, rich autumnal colours - it is stunning! Love the blue one too though (funny, I had to do two this time but I am not happy with either - lol). You have been sorely missed but that class must take tons of your time, it is such a huge (and fabulous) project. Hope you are well. Thanks for the chance to win the goodies too! Big hugs, Anne xx
ReplyDeleteOh my, Anita, those tags are so beautiful and rich from color! I was hoping the stencils would have landed by now in The Netherlands, but unfortunately :-((( I am going to use some other stemcils to make my ta this weekend. Thanks so much for sharing your creativity! Have fun at CC102, I have subscribed, so we might meet there for more inspiration.
ReplyDeletefall is absolutely my favourite season as well!!! crisp and beautiful both of which i would describe these tags!
ReplyDeleteboth amazing! I like the colors, your use of the stencils, you're always inspirational! thanks for sharing with us your art! When you arrive in Italy???? BArbarayaya
ReplyDeleteLove both of them can't choose a favorite
ReplyDeleteLove both tags! Good luck with the Christmas village class, I bet it will be great! Thank you for the chance to win this fab prize and it is nice to see you back!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love them both. Those glorious rays lift my heart....and like you, fall is my favorite season of the year. But the bird tag gave my heart wings...and I love the sentiment. And, those are my colors...the blues and greens. You did such a good job of capturing the light in both of these amazing tags. And the blog candy looks extra yummy! See you in class. I'm determined to fit it in, even if I have to get up in the middle of the night to make it happen. xoxo
ReplyDeleteHey there you! So glad you continued with all that 'stamping and stencilling' - these are ART! Always love that serene bird on branch stamp on the blue tag! Thanks so much for chance to win delectable goodies. Nicola x
ReplyDeleteAnita, I have enjoy your art for sometime, and this ranks at the top of them.
ReplyDeleteFall is also one of my fav's too, but the Birds in Blue are hard to pass by!
Outstanding!
Hugs Vada
Love them both! The rich fall colors are pleasing and right in step with what I'm seeing out my window. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteLove fall...sure wish we'd had enough rain to make our leaves as colorful as yours! As for your rememberer not working....hey, you're human and have had a lot on your plate. Keeping my fingers crossed that I win some goodies!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous tags Anita ! Full of colour and detail, as usual. Didn't realise there's a 102!! Need to check that out ! Sue C x
ReplyDeleteLove both your tags. I like the autumn shades, so rich and warm. All that stencilling and inkyness is fab. The blue/green one is like the cool cousin. I do like blue, so you had me from the start, but those birds and the contrasting black and white and, well everything really. Two great tags. Love your distressed edges as well. Can't beat a good distressed edge.......
ReplyDeleteNot sure if I like Fall or Spring better! Love Fall and all the color changes and cooling, but love the emerging of Spring and renewal! Kind of like your tags, love them both! Great details and the touch of gold is brilliant! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteHi my dear, well your tags are awesome really like the birdie one. just keep on creating to your hearts content we love seeing what you do. xooxoxo
ReplyDeleteBoth of your tags are fantastic, cannot decide which I like best. Also cannot wait to get startet in the CC102 :)
ReplyDeleteDUdE.......today is 80 degrees but 5 days ago when the high was in the 50's...instantly decorated for Fall. Love this season so much and have been impatiently waiting for it. Incredible way to ring in the fabulous season with your gorgeous tags!! Btw....that loot...incredibly tempting, so thank you so much for the opportunity. Can't wait to see the baby shoes next. On the way there.
ReplyDeletehugs to you,
Lisa :)
How goreous are these tags....the colors are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteLoving your gorgeous tags Anita and am looking forward to seeing your next knitting project. The give away looks wonderful, thank you for the opportunity. Annette x
ReplyDeleteOoooo! Love the autumn colors! Beautiful!! I'm right there with you ... I just want to keep stamping and stenciling and embellishing and coloring. It's just fun to create. I love both of your tags. They each have a different vibe. I think it's interesting to see how the stenciling technique can unfold so differently and yet produce something *gorgeous* in each case!!! Thanks for sharing both of them with us :) Looking forward to hanging out with you during Tim's Creative Chemistry 102. See you there!! -- Mary Elizabeth
ReplyDeleteTsk, tsk... better late than never! Just kidding, of course... your tags look great and it's nice to see you back on the blog. Happy Kitting!
ReplyDeleteThese are fabulous tags. I especially love the turqoiuse and green tag. The patterns in the background are lovely. Its nice to have you back.
ReplyDeleteKate
Not "gaudy" at all....I always admire your take on projects! I wish I had your eye for color, though-I am so color challenged! Off to find some leaves- can't fault Mother Nature's colors!
ReplyDeleteHello Anita
ReplyDeleteYou know there are mistakes in ART all the time, this is how we learn, the secret, as you have just realised is to know what are the good ones and what are the bad ones, the real Art is the ability to tell them apart, and the ability to learn from your mistakes is the ability to spot them. Great Tags as always.
Smiles:)
Sue
Hi Anita, Gorgeous tags... I can't pick a favorite as both are beautiful...you blend colours so well..Love the designs..it' great to see you posting again... Hugs May x x x
ReplyDeleteHi Anita, fabulous as always. I want to say how much I appreciate you sharing all of your techniques with us. There are so many crafting supplies, that when I'm in a craft store I get totally confused. You all a huge help in this area, thank you.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day.
Your blogging sister, Connie :)
love both tags - not gaudy at all, the colors are amazing. I love how the glitter mixed with embossing paste came out for your stars. I'm not much of a glitter girl but these look really nice on the blue. Your crinkle ribbons came out gorgeous and I love the little charms. Awesome tags! I hope you have a fun time teaching your class after you get all the kitting done. Thanks for the opportunity to win this great pile of goodies!
ReplyDeleteI understand your absence Anita as the kits for your class must be massive and take quite a lot of time to put together. X love both your tags. I love the colours of the leaves and the second tag is beautiful too.
ReplyDeleteCrafty hugs Annie x
Fabulous tags, I love how the white pops on each of the backgrounds. Fabulous giveaway too. Hope you are keeping well . Tracy x
ReplyDeleteNot gaudy at all--bright, bold and beautiful, just like you!! Your work always blows me away. I love both tags. I like the leaves on the first one and the colors of the second one. Thanks for the inspiration--again!
ReplyDeleteWow! I love both tags..gorgeous fall colors and beautiful blues. Thank you for chance to win goodies,
ReplyDeleteBoth tags are lovely and you put a lot of work into them. Good job. Although I love Autumn, leaves and the colors of Autumn, my favorite is the blue one with the bird. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteJust fabulous Anita. I love the autumnal colours and wonderful depth you created, not gaudy at all.
ReplyDeletehugs {brenda} x0x
great tags Anita! keep up that kitting work - it must be massive for that project! Wishing you luck my friend!
ReplyDeletepaula c
Sometimes less is more....but sometimes more is more! I have learned there is a line in between where you will hate the piece and you have to push though and add more sometimes, and at that point you really have nothing to lose but try it because your thinking it's trash at that point.
ReplyDeleteJust something I have found. Sometimes it works sometimes not.
Anita, I can see you put a lot of work into both tags, they are fabulous! Remember no mistakes in ART!
ReplyDeleteIt was 90 here today, waiting on those cool days of fall weather.
I love the sublime color schemes you chose, as well as the crispness of your craftsmanship. Blessings, my friend!
ReplyDeleteGreat tags! And thanks for the opportunity to win some Tim goodness!
ReplyDeletelovely tags, thanks for sharing and for the chance to win goodies. I've already signed up for Tim's new class, can't wait!
ReplyDeleteLOVE your tag.
ReplyDeleteI knew I hadn't gotten an email lately with a blog post. Glad to see you back posting. You do such wonderful work.
Marilyn
great tags, love fall it is my favorite time of year and these really embody the colors of fall!
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing and a great give away too!!
See you next week at CC102
Fantastic work, Thanks for a chance to win....
ReplyDeleteBoth tags are beautiful Anita, I love your autumn take on Tim's tag!! Autumn is one of my favorite seasons too and your right, autumn IS a true blessing.
ReplyDeleteFab tags! Love the colors of both. The second is my tho'. Thanks for a chance to win some delish cha goodies!
ReplyDeleteBoth tags are gorgeous, I love the colours. Great to see you blogging again & thanks for the chance to win such a fab selection of goodies.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous tags. Love both of them and too hard to pick a favorite. I love Autumn so the fall leaves is perfect but the bird one is sweet. Great choice of colors on each one. Thanks for sharing and showing how you created them and for the chance to win such a great giveaway.
ReplyDeleteLove both your tags - fall colours in crafting are a favourite with me too, and we all know I love the blues/greens. Gorgeous... It took me three goes until I was happy with my September tag (publishing tomorrow probably) - but I'm not planning to reveal the two 'fails'!!
ReplyDeleteLovely to hear you've been busy with classes, and thanks so much for the chance to win all those amazing CHA goodies.
Much love,
Alison xx
Hi Anita, glad to see you back! Sounds like your class is going to be awesome! If you were closer, I would be front and center to learn from you! Both your tags are fab! I love your layering, that is something I don't know how to do well. I better get cracking on my tag! I love the starts you made (got 2 of the glitters, but mine are green and raspberry...). 102 is going to rock I am sure. It sure was fun and all the sharing while it was on was great. Funny thing, I had most of the supplies on the list so when I took a picture of what I needed, it really wasn't much at all, mostly the bottles and 3D stuff like the bottles. Enjoy the weekend!!!
ReplyDeleteLove your tags! The blue one is fabulous. Thanks for the chance to win some goodies. I'd love them!
ReplyDeleteI love them both but I do like the "less is more" effect you went with on the bird tag. The blue and green hues and the translucent glittering stars really stand out. Fabulous makes as always my dear :)
ReplyDeleteAmy*
both your tags are good but my favorite is the one with the bird on it. just like the bird on the branch and the colors of that tag. thanks for the chance to be included in your give-away.
ReplyDeletestamping sue
http://stampingsueinconnecticut.blogspot.com/
Great tags! Such contrast - rich & vibrant, & cool & serene!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win some fab loot!
I'm a starter for CC102 also!
I love the batik-like effect you created on the autumn tag.
ReplyDeleteI love the colors you put together - very vibrant! It's so hard to collage without getting muddy but you did it perfectly! My fav is the bird one too!
ReplyDeleteHello Miss Anita, I looooooove both of them, fall is my favorite time of year too, gaudy never these are GORGEOUSSSSSS, love the colors of the first and love the colors and stamping of the sweet bird and the stars are fantastic, oh the loooooove the nib, I'm very partial to them, EXCELLANT work, it's great to see you back and we understand how other things get in the way:O) have a wonderful week... Big hugs...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Tags! A wonderful giveaway, thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteGreat tags and a great giveaway! Thanks so much!!
ReplyDeleteBoth are pretty fab Anita! I've missed a couple months of tags since I've been moving but am finally unpacking inks and paints and setting up creative space... Would love to win some new goodies to play with too!
ReplyDeleteLove both tags, would usually go with the autumn colours but I really love the birdie one which is quite funny seeing as how that was the route I went too! I'm over in Maine right now & looking forward to getting my hands on some good supplies :-)
ReplyDeleteSally
I think both tags show autumn at its finest. I'm partial to blue so that tag really caught my eye. Thanks for the chance at your giveaway--I'd love that Sizzix leaf.
ReplyDeleteI so enjoy your creative projects and the steps you took to make them. thanks...
ReplyDeleteTim Holtz sure has a way with stamp sets - those leaves are awesome. Beautiful tags,too. As always, you inspire me to keep pushing myself and keep adding to my repertoire. Thanks for the chance to WIN!
ReplyDeleteLoved the shoes. ... and your tags are wonderful. Thanks for posting.
ReplyDeleteAnita, I love your style!! ...and how you are so honest in sharing your own thoughts about your artwork! I have a hard time coming up with original ideas...therefore, seeing your artwork is extremely helpful in getting me going on projects of my own. Thanks so much for sharing so much of yourself in your artwork!! hugs, Laura
ReplyDeleteYes, I've missed you. Glad you are back with your great artwork. I would love to win some goodies and thank you for this opportunity.
ReplyDeleteBoth of you tags are beautiful!! Your shoes were awesome!!! I loved the creativity. I would love for you to teach up in Dallas!!!!
ReplyDeleteThese are both gorgeous. I especially love love love the glittered stars on the second tag. Adding distress glitter to my wishlist :) !
ReplyDeleteLove both of your tags! I'm very excited about 102 also! Thanks for the opportunity to win some goodies! :)
ReplyDeleteWonderful autumn tags for Tim Holtz. Backgrounds are impressive and have beautiful colors:)
ReplyDeleteLove the colors......
ReplyDeleteHaving to do a major catch up session and these jumped out at me Anita. I absolutely love the layering and final look to both of these. Jenny x
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