Wednesday, February 9, 2011

My version of a Tag Card...



I have really enjoyed seeing all the wonderful tag cards that are floating around in cyberspace. So when Diana asked her DT if someone could craft a card for her new grandson, I thought I just might be able to get it in before the children arrive.

This was a more difficult challenge than I thought it would be, only in the fact that I find it so hard to design cards that are masculine. Everyone knows how much I love the girly embellishments of bows, flowers and ribbon. So after a couple of days of procrastination I got down to business...

So here is my version of the "Tag Card". I don't know where this originated but I first saw it on Claudia Rosa's blog here.

I have used #103 Baseball Edwin and he is available from Diana here.



Here is a close up of Edwin...colored on Cryogen White card stock...



The inside of the card was a decided challenge, so I decided to use my Nesties heart shape to put the baby's name, birthdate and weight on. The bottom of the card uses Sisslets Corner dies so that they can place a photo of the baby behind each corner.




Card Recipe:
Card stock - Cryogen White, Xpedex Brilliant White, SU Brocade Blue
DP - 3 Bugs in a Rug Animal Stackers double sided
Copic Markers:
Skin - E0000,000,00,02,11, R20,22
Hair - Y23, YR14, 24
Hat/Shirt/Shoes - G20,21,24,25 C1,3,5,7,9
Pants - B34,93,95,97 Blender Pen
Button - Stash
Sentiment - The Cutting Cafe
Crafter's Floss - stash
Spellbinder's Nestabilites - Long Rectangles, Long Rectangles Scalloped, Classic Hearts, Scalloped Hearts, Classic Petite Circles, Petite Circles Scalloped
Cuttlebug Corner Dies

Thank you for visiting my blog. I always appreciate your visit!
Hugs,
Barb
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44 comments:

  1. KarenFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    I love it! You did a great job! : )

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  2. ReneFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    You know what else is cute as a button? This card! Just adorable Barb!!!
    Rene :D

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  3. Suzanne J DeanFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Super cute and all boy fantastic. Love the tag and great colors--he's a real cutie Barb!

    hugz,
    Suzanne

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    That is adorable Barbara! What a great idea! Your work is always so wonderful =)
    hugs,
    Shell

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  5. PamFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    OMG Barb...this tag card is darling and you colored Edwin to perfection! I love tag cards and I need to try and make one. Thanks for the inspiration!
    Hugs from Indiana,
    Pam:)

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  6. KylieFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Fantastic Barb! I love these cards, I'll have to give one a try myself :)
    Hugs
    Kylie

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  7. JulieFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Great coloring Barb. I love the detail in the jeans - very realistic.

    Hugz,
    Julie

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  8. Danielle ChampagneFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    HI! Barb, a real cute version of tag card! Love it very much inside out! Nice idea to have inscribed the name, birth date in the little heart!
    Very sweet.
    Hugs. Danielle

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  9. MyrnaFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    I had to laugh Barb when I read you blog. I have the opposite problem. Having only a son I have a terrrible time with girly cards. You did an awesome job on your boy card. LOVE Edwin's jeans! Super, super card!

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  10. SandyFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Hey Barb --- the card turned out really well! Love the colors and the sentiment is wonderful especially with that cute button. Very nice!
    Hugs, Sandy

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  11. Sharon CaudleFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Fabulous card, Barb!! I love the papers, and Edwin is so adorable!! Your coloring is alway perfect and the inside is gorgeous! Love how you put the stats in the heart! You're so creative! Diana is going to love it!
    hugs, Sharon

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  12. Lisa AndrewsFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Adorable!! That Edwin is so cute. Love the way it all came together. Hope you warm up soon. We are suppose to be in the 50's by the weekend. Wahoo...heat wave!

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    'lil handsome...that's what this Edwin is! Colored so adorably! She'll love it Barb!
    Pam Going Postal

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  14. Kelly February 9, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Barb this is so cute, I love the fresh colors you chose and it looks great. Stay warm.

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  15. Card CrazyFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    How perfect for a baby boy. Adorable card, the colors are so perfect!
    Sue S.

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  16. ChristineFebruary 9, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Wonderful tag card, Barb! That Edwin is so cute, and you've coloured him perfectly!

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  17. CandyFebruary 10, 2011 at 1:23 AM

    Oh Barb,
    Diana will be thrilled with your tag card!
    You picked great papers and such a cute little Edwin :o)
    I can't get over your colouring - just look at those wrinkles in his jeans!! Fantastic!!
    Love the inside too - too cute.
    Hugs, Candy

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  18. cabio's craft cornerFebruary 10, 2011 at 2:04 AM

    Your version of tag card is totally beautiful Barb. love the little corners inside and all these scallops cuts are so cute!! Love it :o)
    Hugs,
    Cabio

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  19. paolaFebruary 10, 2011 at 2:11 AM

    WOW!! BFF your coloring has grown in leaps and bounds and the shading on his jeans is just sublime! the sentiment and the button in the centre is just perfect for a boy, well done!
    smiles
    Paola

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  20. Mascha ZimmermanFebruary 10, 2011 at 3:26 AM

    Hi Barb,
    Your boy is very cute,
    a real cool card for a baby boy!
    Bye Mascha

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  21. MoniqueFebruary 10, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    It's beautifull Barb !

    Hugs Monique

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  22. Mandy's Magnolia cardsFebruary 10, 2011 at 3:39 AM

    Beautiful beautiful BEAUTIFUL!!!

    greetings, Mandy

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  23. CherylFebruary 10, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Barb, I just love this! The colors and coloring are perfect with the papers!
    You always do such beautiful work!!

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  24. Leslie Anne AvilaFebruary 10, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    oooh, Barb,
    I likie! I think I may have to try this tag card. THanks for sharing.
    Blessings girlfriend,
    Leslie

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  25. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    What an adorable card Barb, definitely a great one for a little man....love it!

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  26. cathylynnFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Hi Barb, Wow you really created a beauty here. Edwin is adorable and colored to perfection. Great details too!!! Hugs, Cathy-Lynn

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  27. Tracy ValureFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    So cute Barbara!!! Your coloring came out just gorgeous, those folds in the jeans look awesome!!
    Tracy V

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  28. Pen to PaperFebruary 10, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Barb this is so cute and a great idea for when my cousin has her baby boy in March!!! I love the birth details in the heart and the section for the photo is awesome!!! Wow!!!

    Hugs,

    Jackie

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  29. TeriFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    Wow, Barb, this is just too adorable!! You did an awesome job for Diana, she will just flip!! Your coloring is, as always, perfection, but man,those jeans are super!!!! Wonderful, wonderful card!!!!!!
    Hugs,
    Teri

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  30. ChrisFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Barb, this is adorable! I really, really love the colors. The paper is fantastic. Your image is perfect in every way. It is just so beautiful and Diana will just love it! What a sweet treasure to make, give, and receive!

    XO,
    Chris Christensen

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  31. Jane HFebruary 10, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    Oh Barb he's perfect! I love the shoes need to remember that one :)

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  32. CamiFebruary 10, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Very cute, adorable card for Diana's grandson!
    Hugs, Cami

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  33. CordineFebruary 10, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Love it! Great boy card!
    Hugs
    Cordine

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  34. DebbieFebruary 10, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    Well, let me say this, you done good girl!!!!! Great job on a masculine card, you colored Edwin to perfection!!! And I saw Claudia's card as well and have been itching to make one as well... So thanks for the inspiration

    Hugs
    Debbie

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  35. LINDA W.February 10, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Great tag card for the baby boy
    your coloring as always is beautiful
    Hugs Linda

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  36. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Oh this is really CUTE! Love the tag shape and this little Edwin is sweet! Beautiful coloring Barb! I'm sure Diana loved it! big hugs, Angela

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  37. KathyFebruary 10, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    This is just adorable Barb!!! I love this sweet image and your coloring is always gorgeous!!
    I just moved to Central Texas (Waco) and I can't believe how cold it is!!!
    Have a great week-end!
    :)Kathy

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  38. CassyFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    What a beautiful and cherished keepsake this will be! Great job!!
    :o)
    Cassy

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  39. NormaFebruary 11, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    Oh Barb, this is fabulous. I'm glad to see Edwin every now and then. I'm guilty of putting him on the back burner and only bring him out only when I absolutely have to...LOL. And I'm a flower person!!! Love the colour scheme of your card. Your colouring is superb--love those jeans. Terrific idea to make a space for a photo of the little tyke. Diana is going to be so delighted with this card.

    Hugs
    Norma

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  40. Lisette MorrisFebruary 11, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Its so BOY! I love it! Fantastic coloring!

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  41. PatFebruary 11, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Hey Barb...I bet you're up to your ears in getting your house ready for the children's arrival! Let me say, you nailed this little boy card!! I really love this little Edwin...and your DPs and perfect!! I know what you mean...girlie girl cards are so much easier for me too!! Have a great weekend...better get some sleep!! hehehe! Pat Frank

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  42. charleneFebruary 11, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Barb this is just to cute ! I love this image of Edwin and how sweet of you to make this for the new little man. Awesome as always
    Hugs

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  43. Only By His GraceFebruary 12, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    Hi Barb!
    I am so far behind in my comments. Love this tag card. It is gorgeous. He is such a sweet boy our Edwin.
    you colored him fantastically. Love the papers you have used. It all matches so perfectly.
    Hugs Maz
    P.S. Thanks for the directions for this card.

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  44. SheriFebruary 13, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Boy oh Boby So, so cute Barb! I seriously LOVE the way you colored Edwin! Your project is darling! I also just wanted you to know I'll be thinking about you and all the excitement and fun you'll have going on soon! You're an amazing woman!

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