Welcome to a special weekend edition of Crate Paper's "Merry Makings"! Today, the popular manila tag joins with Peppermint to create a catchy, colorful assortment of gift toppers! I have to admit, I adore Peppermint's non-traditional color palette. It feels peppy and reminds me of the old fashioned hurricane glass ornaments from the 1950's. I'm sure you're familiar with them, and maybe you've a collection on display at this very moment! In any case, these tags look fantastic when paired with just the right wrapping paper. More than likely, I'll go the route of polka-dots because they're just as playful as the tags!
In total, I put together three tags, but I'll only be featuring a step-by-step instruction set for one. It should still give you a general idea of how all the layers come together and as to how I go about organizing them. And believe it or not, the tags aren't that difficult to make! Let me show you...
To begin, you'll want to purchase a box of manila tags at the local business supply store. Grab a tag and cover it with Peppermint's Pink & Plaid Accent Cut.
Cover the center of the accent cut with a hand-trimmed area of Peppermint's Ski Lodge patterned paper. Layer it further with hand-trimmed vintage book paper.
Now, this is where things get slightly more complicated, so bare with me. Trim this wreath gift tag from Present patterned paper. Add half a page tab to it's lower right corner.
To create a strong horizontal line that unites the tag's numerous embellishments, trim a snippet of the doily red border sticker and lay it on top the vintage book paper.
Tuck the tag beneath a white, pretty felted flower (Maya Road) and continue to embellish the surrounding area with small sized stickers & chipboard pieces.
Pop up this vibrant red candy sticker with pop dots near the left edge. Note the 1925 sticker, too. It's vintage turquoise color and font make my heart melt. I don't think I'd ever grow tired of using it. It's a great graphic element that sits perfectly next to some of Peppermint's more whimsical designs.
The tag is officially finished! Now as a slight alternative to the gift topper idea, these tags would also make really cute gift card holders! A pocket could easily be created on the backside of the tag with the help of patterned paper. You might even feel like doing a little sewing to attach the pocket. Slip in the card, and you're set to go!
I'm going to leave you with the final two tags - they're just as lively as the first! Do enjoy!
Super cute tags!!!!!!
Posted by: tina phillips | December 17, 2011 at 06:30 AM
Wowwwwwwwwwwww! These are gorgeous!!! Love love love all the details in each one! :):):):):):):):):):):)
Posted by: Julie Tucker-Wolek | December 17, 2011 at 06:35 AM
These are so pretty and fun, Christine!!! I don't think I could bear to give them away if I made them! Hmm... I think I have all the supplies though, so I might have to make some and see if I can part with them. :)
Posted by: Rebecca | December 17, 2011 at 07:30 AM
I just think these are so beautiful! I love the layers and detail and I would never go to this much effort for a tag - but it's totally worth it to see yours!
Posted by: Angela Fehr | December 17, 2011 at 09:36 AM
Beyond beautiful Christine! Breathtakingly gorgeous!
Posted by: Sue | December 17, 2011 at 12:35 PM
These are simply gorgeous! The first is my favorite! Thank you for sharing the inspiration!
Posted by: MichelleGB | December 18, 2011 at 02:24 PM
Oh!!!! Worth the wait, these are sooooo wonderful. You are still the best!!
Posted by: Dorothy | December 18, 2011 at 08:22 PM
I wouldn't want to give them away! They are amazing!
Posted by: Anabelle O'Malley | December 19, 2011 at 07:25 AM
You always amaze me!!!!
Posted by: char | December 19, 2011 at 09:07 AM
These are the cutest tags I have seen on blogland and I have looked at a lot because I am making tags this Christmas!
Posted by: Kayla | December 19, 2011 at 01:45 PM
i love these colors and the details are exquisite! i love the felt flower. perfect!
Posted by: nicole austin | December 19, 2011 at 11:08 PM
Oh, Christine, these are so gorgeous!! I love the details/layers. Without a doubt the prettiest tags. I don't think I could part with them either! I think I would keep them and hang them on the tree or something.
Posted by: Michelle | December 20, 2011 at 07:04 AM