Wednesday, May 19, 2010

52 Weeks of Inspiration~ Tag Tuesday is a Year Old!

I only wish I had been around since the beginning of Tag Tuesday. It is the creative challenge sponsored by Louise at Kard Krazy. I have been so inspired by the other artists each week. I've pushed myself to think differently and not just go with my first idea but to think about it and see where the inspiration will take me. I was so totally inspired this week that I made 2 tags with the theme to use 5 and 2 in the composition. For the first one I finally tried a real Jacqueline vintage style tag.
This one became what it wanted to be, I just sort of followed along. I did try to make it look as though the postage stamps with the 5 and 2 just fell onto the tag.
The other tag is a bit more festive to celebrate the 1st birthday of the Tag Tuesday Challenge:
It's a little difficult to see but I started out by using Tim Holtz masks of a 5 and 2 and then I layered on Distress inks over the top. The jester kitty is all blinged out and ready for a party.
Thought for the Day: Psalm 115:1 "Not unto us. O Lord, not unto us, but to Your Name give glory, because of Your mercy and because of Your truth."
Now I'm off to make an anniversary card for my wonderful hubster. We are celebrating 32 years of wedded bliss tomorrow. (I was a very young bride!)
blessings to you,
nancy

17 comments:

  1. Love both tags Nancy.... I love the Vintage one and the 2nd one reminds me of those arty ATC's you often see. Congratulations on your anniversary tomorrow. You were married in the same year as me.... ( also child bride of 20)
    I love hearing about us "lifers" in these days of so many marriages not lasting. God bless

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  2. These tags are absolutely stunning! Congratulations on your anniversary! Mine is today! :)

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  3. Love them both! I'm drawn to the second one, only because it's reminiscent of stamping as it used to be. And it must have been fun to create....

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  4. Gorgeous tags, such a great collage you made and love the stamps in 5 and 2 cents! How funny..our anniversaries are so close...mine was on the 17th. Hope you have a lovely and memborable celebration tomorrow!

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  5. beautiful tags, Nancy! the collage on is just amazing! so so beautiful with all the elements!! love it!

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  6. This post makes me smile, Nancy! First of all, Happy Anniversary! 32 years! Wow! What a wonderful lifetime of love to celebrate! May you have many more years together! Your tags are fabulous! I love the Jacqueline inspired one so much! The first thing out of my mouth, was, "Oh wow!" It's so beautiful, with amazing details! The other tag is really cool! So fun seeing the TH masks of the 5 and 2! Wonderful creativity!! Hugs to you! :)

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  7. happy anniversary!! 32 years---that is wonderful! cannot wait to see the card you make for your hubby.
    such great tags! love all your styles!

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  8. Happy anniversary Nancy! Like your vintage tags - beautiful designs :)

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  9. I like them both Nancy! I can definitely see the "Jacqueline" in your first tag. A beautifully collaged tag. Thanks so much for joining in the TT challenges each week and sharing your art with all of us!

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  10. Congratulations Nancy to you and hubby for 32 years of Marriage covenant - this is a special day! God is so faithful.
    I also love your collaged tags - collage always draws me in - delightful!

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  11. These are both great tags! I especially like the 1st one. Congrats on 32 years and Happy Anniversary to you and your husband! That's awesome.

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  12. First off Happy Anniversary Nancy!!! 32 years? Fantastic. My DH and I are celebrating our 30th this summer. Theres not many of us who make it this long!
    Both your tags are divine, You did the Jacqueline style perfectly. Your second is so much fun really celebrates the 52 weeks! I've really enjoyed seeing your tags every week too.

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  13. Both of them are Wonderful.. I love how you used the stamps for your 5-2. And of course I love the kitty one..I love anything to do with cats.
    I must say it again.. Wonderful work!

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  14. Both of these tags are gorgeous and festive! I always enjoy seeing your Tag Tuesday creations- I can tell that you always give the theme lots of thought and your creativity just shines! (ALSO- I forgot to mention in my post about your anniversary what a beautiful bride you were! Simply stunning!)

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  15. Lovely tags Hope you had a great Anniversary

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  16. Wonderful tags! I didn't get to mine but love both of yours and great idea to use the stamps!

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  17. Congrats on your anniversary! Both of your tags are gorgeous!

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