Howdy Tag with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L~

Hi there!
I have some exciting news!!!!
I have re-connected with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
I have always used their adhesives so this is a win 
win for both of us. Best adhesive on the market. Just saying...
My first project, as an official DT Member, is a Mixed
Media Howdy Tag.

I have all the details over on the Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Blog.
Here is a teaser~

Thanks for stopping by!
Connie Mercer

Creative Time: 60 mins

Skill Level: Intermediate

Materials Needed:

Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L,

3D Foam Circles Black Mix, 3D Foam Strips Black and 3D Foam Squares Black Small

3D Foam Butterflies

Other: Paper Dolls and Tissue Papers: Tim Holtz; Stamps: Tracy Evans; Ink: Ranger Ink (Distress Oxide in Peeled Paint, Walnut Stain and Peacock Feathers) and Tsukineko (Versafine Ink in Black Onyx); Vintage Fabric; Button, Pear Pin; Stickers. 

Praying for You Card with Creative Worship Stamps~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing my 4th project using the Snowdrops 
Stamp and die by Creative Worship to create a mixed
media style card.

The card background is created using a mix of Distress Oxide ink. I used several
colors (listed below) along with stamps. I then used Crackle Paste with the
Diamond Tile Stencil to create texture.  As the Crackle Paste dries the cracks
form.  Adding more ink really highlights the cracks. 

The sentiment is embossed and added to a Banner die cut from black
cardstock. The card front is speckled with white acrylic paint.

Supplies used: Creative Worship Stamps: Snowdrops Stamp & die, Banner
die set, Vintage Snippets, pick a number and Diamond Tile Stencil.
Ink: Ranger: Distress Oxide ink: Rustic Wilderness, Prize Ribbon,
Blueprint Sketch, Chipped Sapphire and Salty Ocean. Versafine: 
Onyx Black. other: acrylic white paint, Ranger: Crackle Paste/Opaque,
embossing powder.

Thanks for stopping by!
I will be sharing projects twice a week, so don't be a stranger! 
Connie
crafty_mercer 

Just a Note Tag ~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing a Just a Note Tag created with
Creative Worship Stamps and a few "back in the day"
embellishments!! 

I used scraps of cardstock along with Distress Oxide Inks to
create the background for the mixed media tag.  The stamps used
are very eclectic and I love the vintage appeal!!

The sentiment is by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps called
Reverse Sentiments.  Love it so much!!
The stamps used by Creative Worship are: Nature Silhouettes 4,
Clipboard, Vintage Postcards and Vintage Ledger Page. The
silhouette wildflowers give the tag that "old timey" feel!
All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
Thanks for stopping by!
Connie
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Pine Tree Trio by Blue Knight Stamps~

Hi there!!!
Today I'm sharing cards created using the
NEW stamp called Pine Tree Trio by
Blue Knight Stamps.  Such a cool stamp to add
into a scene or use it as a single image.

The top card is created using a mix of Distress Oxide inks
and background stamps. I used Matthew 1 and Dictionary
Page.  Also added in are Pines & Deer, One Line Sentiment/
thank you. and Birds ll.
The bottom card is created in the same manner. The background stamp
used is Tell Me the Story of Jesus.  Also added in are Birds ll,
Silhouette Moose, One Line Sentiments/lucky you. and thank you.
I used Versafine/blk. onyx, for the pine trees, on a stamping
platform for both cards. 
Adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Thanks for stopping by.
Connie
crafty_mercer 

Made New Art Journal Page with Creative Worship Stamps~

Hi there!
Guess What? 
I get to Guest Design for Creative Worship this month.
So excited!! Love the stamps and the message.

My first project is an art journal page using 7 stamps sets
and 2 stencils. So fun mixing the stamps up to get the
look you love!

Using different blending brushes to lay down the color with Distress Oxide
 inks. I used Blueprint Sketch, Rustic Wilderness and Wilted Violet. I 
sprinkled with water and then dabbed off color leaving water marks

I then added background stamps to the distressed color.  Then came stencils
using all three distress oxide inks for the color.  The sentiment was stamped out
on white cardstock, cut apart, outlined and then adhered to the page.
The Butterflies were stamped, colored and cut out along with the leaves.

I added a few more stamps, to the page, along with acrylic paint.  I keep messing
 with the page until I get the look I like.  The products used for this art 
journal page are: Made New, Vintage Type Alpha, Sketched Florals,
Typewriter Text BG, Going Postal, Texture Tiles 1and Messy Marks BG.
The stencils used are: Leaf Frond and Delightfully Delicate.

Thanks for stopping by!!
See ya soon~

Connie

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Ivy Wagon Wheel Card with Blue Knight Stamps~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing a card using the Ivy Wagon Wheel 
stamp by Blue Knight Stamps.  Another great looking
red rubber stamp.

I have noticed the trend is NOT coloring the focal image, so 
I thought I would try that with this stamp.  I did a messy background
with Distress Oxide inks add the Dictionary Page Background stamp,
in random spots, and then stamped the Ivy Wagon Wheel on the card
front.

I then added in the Silhouette Corner Foliage, to each side,
and really loved how much that added to the look of
the card. The sentiment is from the Silhouette Corner Foliage
stamp also. 
Adhesive used is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
Thanks for stopping by!!

Connie
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You are God Art Journal Page~

Hi there!
Last night I created an Art Journal Page
using a few of the new stamps and stencils by
Creative Worship (formerly Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps)
Instead of my go to medium (Distress Oxide inks)  I used 
Dylusions Spray inks by Ranger. 

The inspiration, for the page, came from a song we sang at church last
Sunday. Such a great song ! Wish I new the name of it to share but I don't.
I jotted down key phrases and words that spoke to me.
This is a new size of journal for me ~ bigger.  Worked
just fine!!

I sprayed the page with coordinating colors of ink and then
added in the Leaf  Fronds stencil.  I used the Typewriter Text

Background stamp to the page with black ink.  I went ahead and 
stamped all the letters, text and flower images on heavy cardstock
and cut them out.

My next step is laying all of the elements, on the page, so I
can see how I want to design the page. I keep adding in stamps and
stencils until I love the page:):) 

The sets I used are: Texture Tiles 1, Vintage Type Alpha, Worthy
King Alpha, Sketched Florals, Typewriter Text BG, Nature
Silhouettes and Grunge Elements 3.  Stencils used are: Leaf
Fronds, Diamond Tile and Cross Stitch. 
other supplies used: Dylusions Spray inks,  Distress Oxide inks
and Multi Med Matte. Adhesives by Scrapbook Adhesive by 3L. 

Thanks for stopping by
and have a great weekend!
Connie
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Creating an envelope for a Mixed Media tag~ ~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing how easy it is to create an
envelope, for a tag, making it 
just like a card.  Perfect to hand to
that special person!
This is the tag I made the envelope for:

The original post is HERE.  

I added a birthday sentiment and stamped a legal size 
envelope with the same stamp used for the tag. The entire process 
took about 30 minutes.  Then I added her name using 
alphabet stamps.  Buttons make a fun embellishment to dangle
from the top of the tags.  I'm using Flower Power by
Buttons Galore and More

Ready to hand to her at church.  I love that I can gift things
that I make.
Products used: Stamps: Creative Worship by Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps.
Adhesive: Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.  Tag: Studio Light.
Inks: Ranger: Distress Oxide inks.
Links in side bar.

Thanks for stopping by!
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States Stencil & Stamp Thru Set by Blue Knight Stamps~

Hi there!!!
Today I'm sharing one of the NEWLY released Stamp
Thru Stencils called  States by Blue Knight Stamps.
I put a patriotic spin to it and love how it came together.

The white cardstock is stamped using the Dictionary Page BG stamp.
I then stenciled, starting at the bottom left corner, across the card.
I used Distress Oxide inks.  Put the card front on a stamping
platform for the next step.

Use the Statue of Liberty and Skyline stamp for the center image.
Stamp several time to get good converge. Stamp the
sentiments out of white cardstock using the God Bless America
stamps. Trim out and outline the rectangle if you like the look.
For an added mixed media vibe I speckled white acrylic paint
in random spots.

Thanks for stopping by!!
I'll be sharing more from Blue Knight Stamps soon :):)

Connie
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Flamingo Tag with Buttons Galore and More~

Hi there!
Today I'm sharing a mixed media Flamingo Tag using the 
novelty buttons by Buttons Galore. (affiliate link) 
So fun adding buttons to projects. Love the look!! 

I started with a mixed media background using stamps and acrylic 
paint.  The Pretty Flamingo and the Flower Power /Lily are added 
for dimension and beauty!!

Using the Flower Power /Lily to dangle from the fabric
tie.  I used a pear pin to add the buttons on.

The Flower Power/Lily is also used to create a button border
for the bottom of the tag.  The Flamingo and Palm Tree are
added in to tell the story in a dimensional way.  Acrylic paint
is added to the sides of the tag.  

Other products used are: Stamps: Darkroom Door, Adhesive:
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Tag: Studio Light, Ink: Ranger/Distress
Oxide inks.

Thanks for stopping by!!
CONNIE 10 will get you 10% off your button order
*************
Connie
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Button Garland added to a Mixed Media Garden Tag~

 Hi there!
Today I want to share a mixed media tag that I added
a little string of button garland to the bottom of the tag.
Love the movement that one thing, added to the tag.
I'm using the Spring Value Pack by Buttons Galore & More.

The background is a mix of distress oxide inks that are put
down in layers.  I dry with a heat tool after each color.
By doing this the color won't turn to a muddy mess. 

To create the button garland, string the buttons (through the button holes)
on the bakers twine.  You will be able to move them where you want
them and then tie off the ends. Don't miss the little bird button in the
flower!! So cute!!

A sunflower (shank) button was added to a pear pin and attached to
the top of the tag.

Other products used: stamps: Paper Artsy, ESN67, Darkroom Door, 
Number Medley. adhesive: Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L, tag: Studio
Light. ink: Ranger.

To get 10% off Buttons Galore & More use code
CONNIE10

Thanks for stopping by!!
Connie
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Sarah's Tag ~ mixed media style!

Hi there!!
Today I'm sharing a mixed media style tag that I created
for a wedding shower.  This was so perfect for her!!
 She is a talented singer in our church so
the stamps by Creative Worship/Sweet 'n Sassy called 
Sing Loud worked well for this project..

I used Distress Oxide inks for the background and coloring
the singing birds.  These are the colors she is using for her 
wedding.

The colors are fossilized amber, rusty hinge, festive berries and 
rustic wilderness. 

The stamps used are called Sing Loud (retired), Geometric BG, 
Psalm 23 BG, Birthday Word Art, Faith Wordfetti, Mini Grunge
Type Alpha and Mixed Up stencil.  You can find most of these
stamps on the Creative Worship by Sweet 'n Sassy site.

Adhesive used is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
Thanks for stopping by.  I have more tags coming!!!
Connie
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Mini Mixed Media cards with Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L~

Today I'm sharing a set of mixed media mini cards (perfect for gift bags)
using the E-Z Runner Grand Repositionable Dots Refillable Dispenser
over on the Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L Blog.

As always I have all the details over on the Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L
 Blog here.
I'm using a really big stamp to make four mini cards from.  One sheet of
white cardstock will get 3 cards, I did four.  
They go pretty fast and come in handy for the small gifts or 
gift bags.  

Thanks for stopping by!!
Connie/DT Member

Creative Time: 90 minutes
Skill Level: Intermediate

Materials Needed:
Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L®
E-Z Runner Permanent Strips Refillable Dispenser
E-Z Runner Grand Repositionable Dots Refillable Dispenser
Creative Photo Corners / Black
Crafty Foam Tape 108′
3D Foam Strips
Adhesive Dots / Lrg.

other: stamps: Carabelle Studio, Darkroom Door, Technique Junkies. Ink: Ranger., buttons: Buttons Galore & More., twine. Stamping Platform: Misti.

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Books and Kittens by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps ~ NEW!!

Hi!
Today I'm sharing a NEW stamp by 
Blue Knight Rubber Stamps called Books and Kittens.
It's a cute one (especially if you love kitties).  

Both cards are stamped on the NEW and exciting Designer
Pattern Paper.  Exclusive to Blue Knight!!  Makes for a fun
and quick card. Sometimes that's what we need is FAST!!!

The greeting is lucky you./One Line Sentiments.
The color is Distress Oxide Inks watered down for a 
watercolor look. I'm using Day/Set 1 for the designer paper.

The greeting is friends rock./One Line Sentiments.  The
color is Distress Oxide Inks watered down for a 
watercolor look.  I'm using Day/Set 2 for the designer paper.
All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Thanks for stopping by!

Connie/DT Member
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Books and Candles by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps ~ NEW!!!!

Hi!
Today I'm sharing a NEW stamp by 
Blue Knight Rubber Stamps called Books
and Candles.  It's a fun one!!! 

The cards are using a stencil to create a wall paper effect.  The images 
are colored with Distress Oxide inks (watered down).  This is a very
forgiving medium to add color to an image.  

Also used lucky you./One Line Sentiment for the greeting 
on both cards. 

All adhesive is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.
Thanks for stopping by!

Connie/DT Member
@crafty_mercer

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Rural Mailbox by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps ~ NEW!!

Hi!
Today I'm sharing the NEW Rural Mailbox Stamp
by Blue Knight Rubber Stamps.  If you
love coloring you will love this stamps. It
screams "color me"!!! 

The top card is colored with Panpastels and colored pencils.
I added the pumpkins from the Lamp Post Stamp set. The
sentiment is the NEW wonderful./One Line Sentiment stamp.
It is a Fall/Holiday sentiments set.  Love it!!

The bottom card is colored with Panpastels and
Distress Oxide inks.  I water the oxides down
and treat them like water colors. It is a very forgiving
 medium.  

Both cards are using the NEW wonderful./One Line
Sentiment for the card greeting.  All adhesive
is by Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L.

Connie/DT Member
@crafty_mercer

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