Sunday, 14 September 2025

Butterflies and Birdies


Morning Peeps, time's caught me out again as almost forgot my mid month share for Tag-Along (and ATC's) where we are following Lynn's Wings theme along with the AG option.

I created my aperture tag by cutting two tags then using a shaped die to create the centre panel, brayers two colours of Oxide on both, then stamped A&C Butterfly border stamp, sadly now discontinued, raised the second tag on foam tape. Stamped a few birdie also A&C and a couple more stamped and cut out on the Scan and Cut and seam binding. Entering at Hearts Quest shaped card and tags and the Card Free Zone. Layering up is the theme at Simon Say's Wednesday challenge, it's not something I do that often so hope there's enough on this one.


For my ATC, Lavinia Bumblehums masking the stamo to get just three and Wild Poppies, a piece of dies cut honeycomb, some twine and sticker sentiment and a tiny matching envie. Entering this at ATC's around the World challenge.

29 comments:

Linby said...

Beautiful tag with a lovely fresh colour combo. I must try that aperture idea myself! Pretty ATC with the poppies and bees.

Aquarius said...

Loving the colour choices for your pretty layered tag and the vibrancy of the colours on the ATC give it impact. A great layering idea for the tag, gives it lots of interest.

crafty-stamper said...

Love the fabulous stamp and colour combo on the tag and great idea creating the aperture-love the sunny colour and little Bees on the ATC.
Carol x

Janette said...

Love these pretty creations Brenda, the colours are so lovely too. xx

meg said...

Your layered tag is stunning Brenda,love the colour and fabulous mix of stamps, like Carol love the sunny colours on the ATC

Sarn said...

A lovely aperture tag and vibrant ATC. Perfect xxx

Gail L said...

Fabulous tag! Love the colors.
Really like your yellow ATC.

Sandra H said...

Two beautiful creations Brenda with absolutely stunning colours used x

Helen said...

Gorgeous tag and ATC!! So pretty! Thanks for joining us at ATC Around the World. ((HUGS)) Helen DT

Liz said...

Great tag and ATC Brenda, beautifully designed.
Liz xx

Crafting Queen said...

Love the tag and the ATC. Anesha x

pinky said...

I love how you made your tag Brenda and the colours are so pretty. Great idea! Your ATC is so bright and the poppies look beautiful against the yellow background.

Donna said...

Beautiful tag, like the design and color combo, great ATC also, like that scene and background!

Becca S said...

Brenda: the tag!!! I don't know if I've seen an aperture inside/sandwiched between two tags!!!! I need to remember this! :) Delightful shaped tag!!! (and the bumblebees flight across the ATC is so buzz-worthy!) Thanks for sharing your shaped tag at HQFSCAT! -- Becca

KarinsArtScrap said...

beautiful tag and ATC card Brenda.....gr karin

LesleyG said...

Fabulous inspiration Brenda, like them both but particularly the butterfly one with aperture 😍xxx

Gerrina said...

Wow so special the colors on the tag! Not so much used, but totally beautiful here! Hugs, Gerrina

Chris said...

Wow! I love the tag Brenda, lovely dimension, pretty colours and fabulous stamps- you managed to include a fair number of wings!!! Beautiful bright colours on the ATC, great stamping and masking.
xx

HilaryJane said...

Love the colours on these xx

Inkyfingers said...

Such lovely creations, Brenda, and your love of nature is evident in them. Great colour choices and I love the two colours of teine on the ATC.
I hope you are continuing to rest until you are back to full strength, and that Holly is recovering well.
Take care,
Hugs,
Carol x

kiwimeskreations said...

Wonderful work - love that tag with the aperture - that is is inspired!
Blessings
Maxine

Rainey's Craft Room said...

I love the pastel shades on the tag with the black stamping, it really is eye-catching. Hope you are keeping well.
Lorraine

Shaz in Oz.CalligraphyCards said...

Beautiful cards, tags ATCs B., and of course is do love Lavinia poppies and bees 🐝 ❤️ Beautiful creations. Thanks for popping over and your lovely comment and yes still on my Android. I think I'm lazy not using ipad or computer. 🤔

I was told in my early 20s I'd be blind by my 30s thankfully 😅 that prediction was wrong and my eye condition though serious is stable for many decades now. I am blessed. Praying for your health too.
Prayer hugs, Shaz in Oz.x 🙏🏻 🤗

coldwaters2 said...

Hi Brenda two very beautiful creations love both the tag and ATC they are full of wonderful colour and stamps
hugs
lorraine x

SewPaperPaint said...

Brenda, I just love your layered tag design and the way the bird silhouettes frame the focal image. Really stunning creativity!! xx, Autumn

EmmaT said...

Love the tag and colours, feels very fresh and clean and wonderful atc

Dora said...

Beautiful cards

Greta said...

Absolutely love the tag and sweet ATC!

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