A few weeks ago, Tim Holtz shared a tutorial for making the colorful floral pins shown above using the Tattered Florals die by Sizzix. He challenged us to create our own layered creation using the Tim HoltzTattered Florals die. Today, March 22, is the last day to share your creations! I thought I might add one more photo to all the amazing submissions to this challenge.  I love making these, so I am adding a little charm I made.  I used the next-to-the-smallest flower on the Tattered Florals die and cut it out of Ranger Inkssentials Clear Shrink Plastic.  The flower shrinks to 3/4"--very cool! The flower and hand-cut leaves were colored with Adirondack Alcolol Inks:  Shell Pink and Meadow. I used a coat of Diamond Glaze to seal them before assembling with silver findings and glass beads.  Note:  The smallest flower on this die also makes a great charm element, shrinking to about 1/4".  I was going to add it, but liked the simplicity of the single flower and leaves best.

I love art tags, and Tammy does some gorgeous ones--and this one is certainly one you will want to make.  Check our her tutorial here.

A few weeks ago, Tim Holtz shared a tutorial for making the colorful floral pins shown above using the Tattered Florals die by Sizzix. He then challenged us to create our own layered creation using the Tim HoltzTattered Florals die. The challenge is open until March 22nd, so there is still time for you to get involved. See Tim's complete blog post here.

The Tattered Florals is one of my favorite dies, and I have used it alot! For making art charms I use the smaller flowers on this die and cut them out of shrink plastic. I love the results! Below is my submission to Tim's challenge. I made it as a tribute to my mom on Mothers Day last year.

Be sure and check out this gorgeous tag and tutorial on Tammy's blog.

Two little presents underneath for me,

Three silver ropes twisted around the tree,

Four colored lights shining prettily,

Five shining balls flowing silvery.

Oh, what a sight for us to see!"

Some of the ornaments and figures in the miniature vignette were handmade in the 70's. I had this doll specially made to represent my oldest daughter, Deanna. The doll was cast in porcelain and beautifully dressed. The kitty, made by another miniaturist was sculpted from Fimo clay.

This months class is a Christmas banner featuring sparkly snowflakes, brightly colored old-time images, and my favorite word: "Joy".  This will be fun to make and a great decoration to hang over the fireplace--or give to someone special.  See more images, and get more info on the Scrapbook Generation Blog, or call the number above.

Supplies list: Craft mat--Distress Inks & Blending Tool--paper cutter--scissors--favorite adhesive(s)--foam dots--pencil and ruler. This class will require a fast drying, strong adhesive like Zip Dry.  We will be also using Christmas Red Stickles, and Inkssessentials Glossy Accents (by Ranger).  Please bring them if you have them.

Optional Supplies: Tim Holtz Distress Inks: Antique Linen, and Antique Gold Rub 'n Buff.

Another great tag tutorial by Tammy.