Saturday, June 13, 2015

June Tim Tag Using Real Starbucks Cup

When I saw the tag for this months challenge, I knew I had to make it because I am an avid caramel machiatto drinker. I have an espresso machine and all the fixins to make my own each morning-hot or iced. I prefer iced. Here is the link to original, from the man himself.

Here is my take. 

I did all the techniques from the original but the only supply item I had that is the same as the original was the manila tag. Hehe! 

I used some Distress Stain to create the mottled background and drops of H2O dripped off my finger to create the splats. 

I used a wood grain stencil to create the plaid with Cracked Pistachio and Black Soot DI. The stencil is from the Mod Podge stickable stencils line. 
I cut the burlap piece from my roll of burlap and inked the edges with Vintage Photo DI. For the #lifeisgood banner I used a piece of scrap, inked the edges and a set of alpha stamps and hand drew the hashtag. The "stitching" is a stamp.
Boom! Yeppers, I thought outside the Tim box for this entire tag. Awesome sauce! 

For the coffee mug I used a real Starbucks cup. My dogs always get a Puppachino when they are with me at Starbucks. It was the perfect size to use with this tag. I just cut it in half. The picture below is in celebration my new puppy enjoying his first puppachino and also features the cup I used. Awwwww! 
After I cut the cup I made a template onto some scrap paper and used coffee (Lol) Archival ink to blend my paper to look like espresso. I then used the same ink on the side of the cup. For the "caramel" drips I used Glossy Accents and a Copic marker. 
Can you see the Caramel? 

After everything was dry I glued the cup to my tag and added the straw. I then colored hemp with Cracked Pistachio and added the Wonderful token because a caramel machiatto is absolutely Wonderful!!!! And so yummy!!! 

And one more pic that shows the caramel drips. I always ask for extra caramel-wish they would sell the small bottles again. Sigh 

Thanks for having a gander at my tag! Have an awesome weekend and go grab a cold one! Hugz and Carpe Diem! ~Niki

My coffee tag will be shared with these wonderful challenges:

Tim Holtz 12 tags of 2015-June Tag

Card Mania Challenge #69-Use a Metal Embellishment I used the metal "Wonderful" token because coffee and my caramel machiatto is Wonderful!

A Vintage Journey-Celebrations Not only do I celebrate with my puppies and a Puppachino, my husband and I meet at Starbucks on May 2nd every year to celebrate our anniversary. We met at Starbucks in 2010.

Frosted Designs-Felt/Fabric/Burlap/Lace. I used burlap and it is not easy to keep it from fraying but alas, the grunge edge is so me. :)

Mod Squad Challenge Blog-I Am Tagging You-Make a Tag






36 comments:

  1. What a fun tag, love the idea of caramel drips! I am sitting here drinking my morning cappuccino as I write, yummy! Have a great day, hugs, Valerie

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    1. Haha! So awesome that you are enjoying a cuppa while reading about this cuppa tag. Lol! Hugz to you Valerie!

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  2. This is SO clever - and the caramel is a touch of genius (plus you have an uber cute pooch!).

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    1. Why thank you Katy! My puppy, Keen, is super adorable I have to agree. Lol

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  3. Oh, Niki, what a wonderful and fun post! Your tag is my favorite and I hope you'll win! So many genius ideas and I especially love the idea with glossy accent! Brilliant, my dear! It looks so real! That puppy is soooo cute, oh, you made my day!
    Huge hugs :)
    Branka xxx

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    1. You so sweet Branka-kins! Glossy Accents is such a versatile product Keen would give you plenty of puppy kisses if you were near! Hehe! Hugz to you muffin!

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  4. HAHAHA!! Sorry Doc, don't mean to laugh but that photo of your little one drinking his Puppachino totally has me in stitches!! I just adore your tag, such an original take on Tim's theme and the caramel is pure genius!! I can totally start my day after this wonderful post has cheered me right up!! Awesome my friend! hugs :)

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    1. I laughed to Bubbles! He had a mustache while he was "drinking" it. I tried to get a picture if that as well but he was too quick about cleaning his mouth. He is a proper dog and has lovely manners, sometimes, sort of, well, it is a work in progress. Seriously though, for a 7 month old puppy he is very well behaved. So glad to have made your day brighter! Hugz to you muffin!

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  5. Your tag is super cool!!! And so is your dog :)
    Love the caramel. Really clever!

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    1. Haha! Thank you Bibi! I have to agree about the pup. :)

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  6. So glad that you joined us at The Mod Squad challenge this week with this clever tag. Very original and super cute. I didn't know that they gave Puppachino's out.
    Hope to see you again here.

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    1. I believe that every Sbucks I have been to gives the Puppachino out. Some of my friends in other states have to specifically ask for it though. And it is Free! Glad to have found Mod Squad!

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  7. Really great inky background! And genius way to create those faux-caramel drips. You're so creative!

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    1. Big compliment coming from you dearie. Thank you very much!

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  8. Oh yum! Cute picture of your dog too!!!!
    Fab idea!
    Sandy xx

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    1. Thanks Sandy! Dogs are just so awesome sauce! I couldn't live without a dog in my life. Hugz!

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  9. hahahaha so awesome! I adore your take on Tim's tag, so yummy! I reallllly want a caramel machiatto now :) Wonderful color and love the burlap detail. Your pup and his treat is wonderful!!
    ~hugs~
    ~kim

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    1. I had a Caramel Machiatto this morning and could go for another one but it is getting close to sleepy time here. Hehe! My pup thanks you as well, as he is sleeping Right now. He had a long day at the cabin. Hugz!

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  10. I LOVE your cup and drips! I didn't know they had such tiny cups...so cool. Thank you so much for participating this week at the Mod Squad ChallengeIf you’ve haven't become a follower yet, please do so as soon as you can. To be a winner, one must be a follower. If you already follow us, thanks!

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    1. This size cup is usually what they use when they offer a free taste of any pastry. Such a cute cup. I have a couple in my stash waiting for a crafty coffee idea. I am already a follower so no worries! :)

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  11. Puppachino - how fab is that?!! Your little pooch is so cute!! And... what a fab idea for a tag, this is such an original take on Tim's! But love that your little doggy helped too xx

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    1. Haha! Do you have Puppachinos in the UK? We both have little helpers, mine is just more hairy than yours. :) Hugz to you muffin!

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  12. Just too cute - love the tag and your own style came shinning through. Your little helper is cute as can be. Thanks for joining us at A Vintage Journey.

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  13. Wonderful tag Niki but the best part is the picture of your adorable pup, what a cutie! Great take on Tim's tag, well done you!

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    1. Haha! Keen was more than happy to help with this one. Thank Deb!

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  14. Awesome tag. cute pup. Thanks for sharing at Frosted Designs.

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    1. He is a cute pup and seems like he is going to stay kinda small. Thanks Cherished!

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  15. This is AWESOME!!!!!!!! Thanks for playing along with Frosted Designs!!!!

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  16. OMG, this is just to cute! I love that you use a real starbucks cup. Awesome!! Thanks for playing along with us at Frosted Designs.

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    1. I try to use everyday objects in my art, upcycle and all. Thanks Kathleen!

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  17. Geesh! Where have I been??? Under a rock? Niki, you are just too much! Too much fun, too much sweet, too much creative! What a great take on the tag this month! I really love that you gave it a go without any of the supplies and came up with a winner, to boot! (I don't have a single product, either, and was wondering how to pull it off! May just have to throw in the towel, as I have cards needed out the ying yang this month!)

    Your new puppy is just so sweet! I want to rub his tummy! And I know HE is a lucky pup to have his family! Hugs, Punkin'!

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    1. Well I have been in a super crafty mood for the last week or two and just keeping popping ideas out as fast as my head thinks of it. Lol. This was totally done outside the box but I had my pup and coffee so it was a good time. :) Super Hugz to you Sara doll!

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  18. Great take on Tim's Tag Niki :-) never new about Starbucks pupa chino......such fun and a great business idea.
    Wonderful improvisations and it's lovely to have you join in with us at AVJ this month

    Best wishes
    Annie x

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  19. This is the best part about participating in Tim's monthly tags--I love seeing everyone's interpretations and yours is over-the-top, crazy fun! Kudos to you for your inventiveness and enthusiasm.

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