This is one of Papertrey Ink's releases that I anticipate and look forward to the most each year! Christmas is definitely my favorite holiday to create cards and gifts for, and every year Papertrey completely surpasses my expectations with their Holiday release!
Today I'm sharing three projects created with the new Cutaway Tags: Winter stamp set and coordinating die. My favorite kind of product is something that can be used for different applications, and this one can be used as tags, packaging accents, or used on cards!
There is something so lovely about white layered on white and truly makes for a lovely holiday card! I started by die cutting the Cutaway Tags: Winter die from watercolor paper and quickly adding some watercolor paint to the leaves and blooms. I embossed the sentiment using black detail embossing powder.
For the background, I started by sponging on some Hawaiian Shores ink. I then ran it through my die machine using the small middle border from the Mix & Mat: Berry Boughs die set. I then ran it through again with the largest leafy border, this time embossing it instead of cutting.
For the final touch, I added some fine, white glitter to the circle border of the die cut tag. It is a subtle touch that adds some sparkle without being overwhelming.
My next project features the just the Cutaway Tags: Winter stamp set. I love that these stamps can be used both with or without the coordinating die!
I created a faux watercolor look by first adding a wash using some of the Green Parakeet ink refill and water. Then, while the paper was still wet I stamped the leaves. I didn't want to muddy the green wash but adding some red so I used Christmas Red Stickles to add the red berries. The striped paper is from the new Bitty Big: Pure Poppy patterned paper.
For the sentiment, I die cut the banner from the new Wine Bottle Tag #2 die set from Green Parakeet cardstock and then embossed one of the sentiments from the Cutaway Tags: Winter stamp set.
My next project shows how the die can be used to create simple but stunning tags that can be added to packages or gift bags! I just love how this die looks when die cut from dark cardstock! The little details around the circle as well as in the leaves really pops on the darker colors!
I found that the new Berry Wreath Tag die fits perfectly behind the Cutaway Tags: Winter (and probably the Spring and Summer ones as well) and makes adding string or ribbon to the tag a piece of cake!
Again, I die cut the banner from the Wine Bottle Tag #2 die set and then stamped one of the sentiments on top. I also die cut the main wine bottle tag from a piece of Bitty Big: Pinefeather and trimmed the top off. I layered it under my tag and then added a piece of burlap ribbon on top. For embellishment, I added a poinsettia flower and clothespin from my stash.
I'm so glad you stopped by today! Make sure to head on over to Nichole's Blog as she has so much inspiration to share with you!
Hugs,
Laurie
