Saturday, January 16, 2016

Rich Grunge Tag

Well it has been freezing in my neck of the woods and I have been in the art studio creating away. I'm trying new techniques and types of designs because I don't want to be boxed into a certain genre (more to come about that later this month). With that said, I finished my tag for this months Tim Holtz tags of 2016. I didn't finish last years, oops. Who knows what the new year will bring? :)
I just had to try this design because of the dark colors and papers used. So happy that I finally got some Black Soot DP! Whoot whoot! I used a new EF from Sizzix (
For the chalkboard technique I went and did my own thing. I used my stamp and some white ColorBox ink. I always smudge it so it reminded me of a chalkboard. I stamped 2 images and fussy cut the butterflies and watch. All three are popped up on foam dots. I finished by adding the sentiment.
This is a tag I really enjoyed making, dark and elegent at the same time. Hugz and Carpe Diem! ~Niki

I would like to share this dark and saucy tag with these challenges: 

 (I used my new brads, new Black Soot DP and a new embossing folder)


(Must use rubber stamping)


BLOGGER CHANGES-Due to the recent changes made by Google, it seems that my Follow By Email button is not working and those that follow me through email are not getting an email. I am not sure how to rectify this situation but I will keep looking for an answer. Maybe try to follow me by email again? 
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23 comments:

  1. genieJanuary 16, 2016 at 9:15 PM

    WOW! This turned out beautifully. My tags do not come anywhere near to looking as lovely as this. A lot of time and thought went into this one. Happy Weekend.

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 16, 2016 at 10:28 PM

      Thank you Genie! I bet your tags are beautiful! Happy Weekend to you as well.

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  2. VintagehandmadeJanuary 16, 2016 at 10:26 PM

    Oh, Niki, your tag is fantastic! Love all the techniques you used here and especially the chalkboard one! The tag turned out grunge and elegant at the same time which I adore! Bravo, my friend!
    Huge hugs! Branka xxx

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    1. Pawsitively CreativeJanuary 16, 2016 at 10:29 PM

      Hey B-weird question for you but....did you receive and email about this post? My follow by email doesn't seem to be working properly.

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  3. Valerie-JaelJanuary 17, 2016 at 12:07 AM

    This is wonderful, I love your version of the tag, and the chalkiness gives it a great touch, and contrasts so well with the metallic embossing - just fantastic, or amazeballs as you say. Hugs, Valerie

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  4. Felix the Crafty CatJanuary 17, 2016 at 2:21 AM

    Hi Niki, just adore your tag it's brilliant. I have only just reached my 100 followers and noticed you are on your way too so I have joined them too. Thanks for the visit to mine and happy crafting, Angela x

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  5. Gibby Frogett January 17, 2016 at 2:27 AM

    Fantastic tag Niki - love the stamping and fabulous embossing - very cool! Gill xx

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  6. pearshapedcraftingJanuary 17, 2016 at 9:16 AM

    Wow! This is gorgeous! The embossing is just brilliant! Thank you for joining us again at Try It On Tuesday! Chrisx

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  7. MargikJanuary 17, 2016 at 1:12 PM

    Hi Niki! What a super tag! The background is spectacular and I really like the chalkboard effect and how you added the butterflies. Fabulous take on Tim's tag.
    Thank you for joining us at Try it on Tuesday.
    Mar x

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  8. Debbie AdamsJanuary 17, 2016 at 2:46 PM

    Very pretty Nikki. Love the metal look. :D Just became a follower. I would like you to come over to my blog too. http://creativedesignsbystampndeb00.blogspot.com

    Hugs, Debbie (FB friend from SOD & SOE)

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  9. experiments in paperJanuary 17, 2016 at 3:37 PM

    Cool tag, Niki - Really love your butterflies and that embossing folder! Great take on Tim's January tag! xxx Lynn

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  10. RedanneJanuary 17, 2016 at 4:23 PM

    I love the chalkboard technique and you have used it so beautifully Niki and the embossed metallic is gorgeous - a great take on Tim's tag... really must get mine done! Hugs, Anne xx

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  11. UnknownJanuary 17, 2016 at 5:48 PM

    I love your take on Tim's card! The chalkboard technique with the butterflies is gorgeous!Thank you so much for sharing it at Emerald Creek Dares.
    {julia} Emerald Creek DT

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  12. Valerie-JaelJanuary 18, 2016 at 1:58 AM

    Beautiful project, thanks for joining us at TIOT, Valerie

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  13. KellyJanuary 18, 2016 at 10:20 AM

    Great interpretation of the challenge! I used the same stamp but didn't think about popping up the butterfly as well as the fob. I love your EB folder choice, too. Creative Blessings ~Kelly

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  14. Claudia N.January 18, 2016 at 3:27 PM

    Great take on Tim's January tag, Niki!
    Thanks bunches for sharing it with us at Emerald Creek Dares!!!

    Hugs to you!!!
    Claudia xxx

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  15. sarasclosetJanuary 18, 2016 at 4:20 PM

    The best take on tim's tag I've seen! REALLY! Love that embossing folder and both your techniques are better than the original! Yes, they are! Well done, Punkin! OK, so THIS is a new favorite! Hmmm...I can't wait to hear the news! Hugs!

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  16. SewPaperPaintJanuary 19, 2016 at 10:58 AM

    Hi Niki, what a fabulous idea to give this very masculine tag a feminine twist! This turned out beautifully. The dry embossing is just the perfect highlight to this cool stamped image! Well done!

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  17. Jenny MarplesJanuary 22, 2016 at 1:52 PM

    Loving this design Niki. A great take on Tim's tag. Jenny x

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  18. www.deeadamsart.blogspot.co.ukJanuary 23, 2016 at 1:10 AM

    Niki this is brilliant and i can't see amy difference using the white colour box instead of the chalk love your design choice as well. x

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  19. Words and PicturesJanuary 27, 2016 at 8:20 AM

    Totally love this take on the January inspiration - your chalky butterflies are gorgeous, and I love the elegant industrial embossing.
    Alison x

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  20. Titbelsoeur, mixed-media addictFebruary 2, 2016 at 1:13 AM

    Love this grunge style. Thank you for playing with us at the Artistic Stamper's monthly challenge

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  21. Nicole Wright DesignsFebruary 3, 2016 at 1:47 PM

    Awesome and grungy! I love the embossing and with the butterfly it's an awesome balance! Thanks for sharing with us at Emerald Creek Dares Challenge Blog. Cheers, Nicole

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