Tag, You're It

For something different, this time I used Meg's new Art Tags as a feature layer, one of many layers in this masculine birthday card. 

The new Art Tags are versatile, and can be used both as something practical or decorative. In this instance, I have gone for decorative. 

For my other layers in this card, inspiration for colouring and style was gained from past collections, including Sherlock, and also pages from an old dictionary. 

All coordinating together perfectly. 

The Sherlock collection also provided me with the embellishments from its Cut & Create sheets - the ideal balance of masculine yet decorative was easily achieved. 

For this card, I also wanted to add an insert, again making a feature of the dictionary paper and a corner cluster of Cut & Create imagery. 

One of my favourite creative techniques is distressing, and making use of paper in other ways. For the front of this card, I rolled dictionary paper to create an eye catching detail, texture and body as well as serve as the base for my sentiment.

Embellishing again in tonal colours, finding the perfect finishing touches amongst Meg's variety of chipboard and adornments. 

Creating something masculine, stepping out of your comfort zone need not be hard, thanks to Meg's Garden collections! Be sure to check out the new Art Tags, both in masculine and feminine designs, for your next creative project. 

Julia

Cards With Different Folds

Hello everyone! I hope that you are well. Today I am sharing two cards that I have made using papers from the Sherlock III collection, Lavande and the Vintage Flower Journal Cards. Just for a change, I have created cards with different folds, and embellished them in a vintage/shabby chic style.

For my first card, I decided that I would make and accordian fold card.

 It is secured with a band, that can can open and close. The two ends slightly overlap and are secured with velcro dots.

The base of my card is kraft cardstock. I used both Sherlock III and Lavande papers to decorate the panels of the card.

The centre image is a Vintage Floral Journal Card.

After securing it to the card, I scored it so that it could lift up. You can stamp/write your message here. 

My second card is a square lace tri-fold card. The base is kraft cardstock and I have used the Sherlock III papers.

Again, it is secured into place using a band and velcro dots. This is the inside view of the card.

The back view of the card.

 For both cards, I used Lori Whitlock cut files which I then used on Silhouette Cameo machine. 

Supplies:

Meg's Garden

Sherlock III

Lavande

Vintage Floral Journal Cards

Thanks so much for stopping by Meg's Garden today!
Hugs from Cathy

Sherlock III+Shades of Green

Hello Meg's fan! Marina is here today with lovely mix of 2 our latest collections.
When I saw Sherclock III preview I decided to mix it with Shades of Green collection to create femine cards, so let's have a look what I create ))))

details:

Here for background I used Sherlock III and some elements from ephemera sheet. To create more colorful composition I used fussy-cutted flowers and clock from Shades of Green collection.

the second card

 a few close-ups:

Here I used more Sherlock papers for layers and details and used Shades of Green only for stamped and fussy-cutted leaves and several elements from ephemera sheet.
Hope you enjoy my little experiment with these collections ))))

Have a wonderful day,
Marina.

My 'Dar' by Meredith Hilly

Hello everyone.

 I have made a book using the Sherlock 111 papers. It's about my grandfather who we called  Dar.

I was very lucky to know him as a child as he was a really good grandfather.

I made the cover of the book out of corrugated paper. And fussy cut out different pictures.

 I added a smaller book that slides out from behind a photo.



I just love the tassels that Meg's Garden sells. Sometimes to make a picture have more depth I outline it with dimensional magic. Like a top hat. Which makes the hat shine.



Instead of making another book I slid photos behind some pictures I cut out.

Thanks for dropping by to have a look at my latest project.

Megs Garden

Sherlock 111

Corrugated paper

Metal cogs 

Fringe Tassels 

Ribbons

SHERLOCK 111 A NEW CASE

Hello Mary here with a layout using the new range Sherlock 111 A new Case.

HOME IS WHERE YOU FIND YOUR HEART AND ALL OF YOUR FAVOURITE PEOPLE

I kept this layout of my father and my middle child simple as I didn't want to take away from the pattern on the paper.

I have cut images from the cut and create sheet to layer in the bottom corner and stapled some  Jute ribbon to the page.

I also layered some coggs in the corner of my photo and placed the key underneath tied with black raffia. The box of matches I cut from the cut and create sheet and wanted to add this as my father was a smoker from a young boy. For a mat for my photo I layered images from the cut and create sheet .
Thank You for calling by, I hope you find time to be creative and visit Megs Store for a whole range of beautiful products to create with. Check out the DT inspiration on the blog for some lovely inspiration.
Happy Creating
Mary x

SHERLOCK III - A NEW CASE - MAN'S JOURNAL

Hello fellow Crafters,

Here in the Southern Hemisphere, we are now experiencing Autumn, which is such a lovely time to start being creative.
Meg's new collection is to hand and is called 'Sherlock III with Sherlock New Case' and wow so perfect for the special male in your life.

Today for you, I have created a small Man's Journal beginning from scratch as I did not have one on hand.  I cut up some cardboard approx. 6" x 8".  Here are some pics of it coming together.

Now for the good fun, I have made the pages so as to take pics and/or notes.

I made a small paper bag which I inked for some journalling inserts.

Covered the centre strips with book pages and inked to suit.

This collections 'New Case' cut outs are fantastic and great for using in whatever you wish to create.

Here are some closeups of Meg's Garden brass embellishments.

I hope you have enjoyed the journey today and be sure to check out this lovely collection HERE.  Until next time.....happy creating from Liz. :)