Thank you too, to everyone who commented on my ATB with the springy hearts, I was quite overwhelmed by the response! I was thrilled when Amy Bowerman featured it on The Artists on the Block blog. Thank you Amy! Then I won a prize from Amy and also one from Anita Houston, I have been so lucky!
This month's Tim tag is all about romance and you can see his original HERE. As is the case most months, I did not have everything required to make it so mine is an' adapt and overcome' tag!
I used the exact techniques that Tim used on the base tag and also to create the chalkboard technique. Most of the other elements are adapted. Apologies, this has been sitting around for a few days now waiting for the weather to improve, the light is so bad at the moment, roll on Spring!
For the base tag I used Pumice Stone, Picket Fence and Brushed Pewter Distress Stains. I used the new Hearts Stencil to stencil the hearts in Worn Lipstick and Festive Berries Distress ink and then covered these with clear embossing powder.
As I don't have any of Tim's new stamps yet I used one of my favourite sentiments and used Tim's chalkboard technique on black card. I cut out the heart on a separate piece of card and added Rock Candy Distress Glitter (love that stuff!) to create a sparkly heart.
To finish off I cut a heart from Tim's Movers and Shapers die, in red card and coated this with Glossy Accents and then Festive Berries Distress Glitter.
As I do not have the industrious stickers I cut an arrow freehand using sticky back foil on card and added this. The flower ribbon has been lightly coloured with Festive Berries Distress ink.
To finish off the top of the tag I used Tim's linen ribbon which I dyed with Festive Berries Distress stain. It really is lovely linen and dyes very well
A few people have commented recently on my posts and I have not been able to do a return visit because I have not been able to find you. If you are visiting again I hope you will leave a link so that I can return the compliment. Thanks for looking, hope to see you soon. Hugs, Anne xx
Gorgeous! I really love the glittery hearts - I need to get some distress glitter. Congrats on your feature and prizes too!
ReplyDeleteHi Anne, A beautiful tag. I love the sentiment you have used and the coloured flower ribbon on the bottom. That little white heart really pops against the blackboard background, really lovely. Hugs Mo x
ReplyDeleteHi Anne, this is a gorgeous take on Tim's tag and what a lovely sentiment...I really enjoyed making this one and am a bit 'hooked' on the chalkboard technique now! Hugs Carole Z X
ReplyDeleteHi Anne. How fabulous this TT looks. The chalkboard technique looks great and it's one I have yet to try. Love It. Hugs Rita xxxx
ReplyDeleteAnne your tag is gorgeous ...love how you have created it! i am with you on the waiting for spring and my tag sits waiting for better light to photo it too...been there for a few days :( x hugs trace x
ReplyDeleteHi Anne - so glad to see that your box received the acclaim it so justly deserved - it really was fabulous Anne - and your tag is wonderful too - I love all the elements and your chalkboard looks fabulous - I'm going to give my parcel from simon says stamp a few more days to arrive then I will have to set about doing a make do and mend sort of tag. Did you get your happy stampers letter? I've got mine and will be putting my order in for tickets - hope to see you there again this year!!! Big Hugs lovely lady! Rachel xx
ReplyDeleteA fabulous take on Tim's tag - I've started but I haven't finished!! That chalkboard effect just is not my forte! Chrisx
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic take on the original Anne! I totally love that quote and the addition of the white heart works beautifully! A really fantastic tag!!
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful Anne. I love your design with that fabulous sentiment and beautiful detailing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your lovely comment on my card today. I hope you are staying safe and dry too.
Hugs Sue xx
Delighted that your ATB received deserved acclaim Anne and congrats too on your wins. Another winner here with this tag - it looks brilliant - love your hand-done (sp?) arrow and those gorgeous sparkling hearts. I'm smiling at your "adapt and overcome"! Enjoy the rest of the weekend. Nicola x
ReplyDeleteLove that you've added a sparkly heart to the quote as well as at the foot of the tag, and the fabric roses are a lovely addition. Congrats with all your wins (was so happy to see you come up over at Anita's!), and how fantastic that your ATB was featured - though it's only right - it is wonderful!!
ReplyDeleteAlison xx
Love you Tim Tag Anne ..... that's one of my favourite sentiments from the man himself. Love your sparkly hearts and great job on the arrow too.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the wins .... very well deserved. Enjoy the rest of the weekend. Hugs ....Linda xx
Anne, Congratulations on both your wins and for your ATB to be featured.
ReplyDeleteThis is brimming with romance. Wonderful quote and that fabulously eye catching sparkly heart.
Wishes
Lynne
Hi Anne and congrats on your wins! this is gorgeous lots of huggles Sue xx
ReplyDeleteHi Anne so pleased you have had some wins and you deserve them. This tag is really lovely. The sentiment is wonderful, I really like it, and the heart is very pretty. Thank you for your recent comments, I truly appreciate them. X
ReplyDeleteThis is so gorgeous, Anne!
ReplyDeleteLove the glitter on your tag and the rose-border at the bottom is so wonderful!
Hugs,
Claudia x
You've made a fantastic job of recreating Tim's tag here Anne. I love the sentiment you've used, the row of lace flowers and of course your wonderful arrow. Jenny x
ReplyDeleteAs usual where do I start. Forgive my sarcasm but it doesn't look like you had any problems at all with Tim's blackboard technique, Your tag is smashing! Makes me wish I could do mine all over. Your hearts are really scrumptious! Bravo kid!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your wins and being featured in Artists on the Block. It could not happen to a sweeter or more talented lady!
sandy xx
This is a fabulous take on Tim's tag Anne. I love the adaptions, that white heart is beautiful on the sentiment and your arrow shows we can often create embellishments just as well ourselves. Congrats on your ATB fame, so well deserved. Have a great Sunday xx
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful take on Tim's February tag! Anne, I love the white iced star on which is one of my favorite sentiments as well and thinking I should have went with white glitter! Have a great Sunday and enjoy those prizes! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteAw, Annie, you are the expert at adapting and glittering! But, first, let me say congratulations to you for the well-deserved recognition you received!! I'm sure in the World of Tim, and now in the World of ATBs, you are quite rightly famous for your exceedingly gorgeous works of art!! Your Valentine tag is scrumdidlyicious from the base to the last wisp of glitter! Love and hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Anne on your prizes and on your beautiful tag xx
ReplyDeleteA quick flying visit at all your gorgeous work that I have missed Anne and everything is adorable especially this tag of Tim's with all the fabulous techniques. Love it.
ReplyDeleteWarm crafty hugs from Shirl x x
This is gorgeous Anne....that sentiment is a favourite of mine too. Huge congratulations on being featured and on your prize winning...........lots of crafty goodies await.
ReplyDeleteTake care
Annie x
Great work on the tag Anne. I just cannot master the chalkboard technique( as you'll see soon) and how lovely for you to be on a winning streak ..... They say things come in 3's ....fingers crossed! Xx
ReplyDeleteFabulous take on Tim's tag Anne, the sentiment is perfect...Love the design, congrats on your prize winning It could not happen to a nicer lady... Hugs May x x x
ReplyDeleteAwesome. I always enjoy your 'adaptations' so very much. I've said it before...it's still true. Loved your free hand arrow. Wow! beautiful ribbon as well. Congrats on your latest honors, but can't say I'm surprised either! Very well deserved and I'm happy for you that you were recognized! Looking forward to seeing your excellent use of the prizes too. TFS & Hugs
ReplyDeleteI really like this stamp Anne and I love what you have done with it on your delicious confection of a tag.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful tag Anne. I really like the white heart. Congratulations on your wins too :o) x
ReplyDeleteSuper tag and I especially love the Candy Distress Glitter,.....really effective!
ReplyDeleteJo x
Hello Miss Anne happy to hear of your winnings and your ATB, it was fabulous and deserved to be featured, your adaption of Tim's tag is gorgeous, it's beautiful sentiment with a gorgeous white sparkly heart, love what you did with the flowers and seam binding, thanks for sharing have a wonderful day..
ReplyDeleteBrilliant Anne! I love your adaptations, I am working on mine as I speak. The white glittery heart is particularly inspired. Glad you won some goodies, enjoy. Xx
ReplyDeleteI love the Rock Candy heart! You are a girl after my own "heart". That's my favorite too :)
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Anne...your tag is gorgeous! Tim's heart stencil in the background looks great! Love the chalkboard sentiment...very nice! I really love the Rock Candy and Festive Berries Glitter hearts. They look awesome! You need to try Dy's sprays. They are bright and I understand your "fear factor". But you can spray water over them to dilute or you can also blot excess off. I blot alot! haha And...her new White Linen spray is such a lovely semi opaque white...it really gives a shabby chic look to things. Thanks for the sweet comment on my blog! <3 Candy
ReplyDeleteI love the sentiment and the light smokey white around it. Your hearts are so pretty too. I love how they sparkle. Your Tim Tag take is fabulous and so beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteHugs Kelly
Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteGreat take Tim's tag, love the addition of the rosette trim.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Anne. Love that sentiment stamp and the glitzy hearts. Elaine x
ReplyDeleteHi Anne, sorry I'm late leaving a comment. Had to laugh at your adapt and overcome philosophy, but how lovely your February tag is. Love your sentiment, I don't think I've seen that one before. Your rock candy heart is so lush, looks like you distressed the edges too. I bet the arrow was fiddly to cut, love how you managed to create the feathers at the end. I think you have mastered the art of adapting and overcoming lol Love it.
ReplyDeleteHugs Lottie x
Love the white heart, arrow, and rosette border! Gorgeous take!!!
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