Tim's Tags - Are you Playing?

No secret that I'm a big Tim Holtz fan, and he's doing another round of Christmas tags this year. Today is Day 3 of 12, and you can see all of the tags and instructions on his blog (and be entered for daily prizes if you leave a comment!). Here are my versions of the techniques for Day one and Two:

Day One involved playing with masks, my current favorite! Tim spritzed the tag with water after removing the mask, to blend the Distress inks and give it an aged look. I think next time I might spritz it before I remove the mask, because I like those crisp edges!

For the Day Two tag, I made a card instead. This technique involved using alcohol inks on a non-stick craft sheet, and then smearing a glossy card over them. I have to admit, this technique was harder then it looked. I didn't have silver alcohol ink (I know, I can't believe it either! Off to MDW today to get some!), so I tried using gold and copper. I wasn't thrilled with either one, and for this card I just used blues and purples. Definitely have some extra tags on hand for this one, as you'll want to play around with amount of ink, pressure, and twisting to get an effect that you like. 

Give one of his tags a try, and link us up to your results!

Comments

[Helen Williams]

I'm following the 12 Days too! LOVE Tim Holtz, and I like your take on his examples. I haven't started yet - I've been organizing supplies to see what i need to buy and then this weekend i am going to TOWN! Keep us posted on your work - would love to see your interpretation.

[Kathryn]

Love the tags, love your interpretation! I was wondering why he did the shmear on day 2 rather than using the applicator? Also wondering if you can get some of those speckle brushes? My toothbrush just isn't that gratifying.

[Casey]

I used a child's toothbrush, and it worked pretty well. I think a nipple brush for a baby bottle would work also. You definitely need to use your piercer or other tool to flick the ink off of the bristles.

[Trine from Norway]

I love your tags!!! Great work!
You give me inspiration.

Thanks
Trine