Vintage Santa Gift Tags bling with gold ink

With the holiday season upon us i have decided to make items that are Christmas themed. To that end I thought of something that i would enjoy and that could be done easily. Gift tags were the answer. I love vintage Christmas cards and images. Found some Free images and this is what I came up with, a set of three tags with a vintage feel on heavy cardstock.

They all have a red grosgrain ribbon about 5" long and they are quite large making them stand out among regular gift tags. I printed them out on Bazzil white card stock. Then proceeded to hank ink the border to give it a worn and antique feel. The ink color was simply called Gold by Stampabilities. The font I found on DaFont.com call Penshurst Shadow. It's a very classic font and I love how it fits in with the vintage cards.


I love this one. Bells for Christmas just make me happy and remind me of It's a Wonderful Life.
Found this information on Holidayinsights.com

Why Bells??
Bells announce the coming or arrival of an event, activity, or occasion. They toll for good times. They toll for bad times. They ring out warnings. Bells herald in the New Year. Bells are rung to announce the union of a man and a woman. They are rung during Christmas to announce the arrival of the season, to proclaim the birth of Christ.
Ringing of bells can be traced back to pagan winter celebrations. During those times, noisemakers were used to scare away evil spirits in the night. Among those early noisemakers were bells. People had fun ringing the bells and making noise. It was too much fun to just use bells to scare demons away. So over time, bell ringing was incorporated into other events and activities. Bells are rung at churches to call people to gather, as warnings, and to bring people together to make announcements.
From these ancient roots, the ringing of bells began to be used in the Christian Christmas season. The soft, cheerful tones blended well and enhanced the sounds of the season. Today, they play an important, traditional role during the holiday.

I love this tag with the mistletoe toe. It's just stunning and timeless.


My thrid and final tag:

What is Christmas without children. This cherubic pair fit the bill for happy Christmas carolers or children on the way to Grandma's house to celebrate. Bearing holly and misteltoe they are just too cute for words.

They are listed as a set in my Artfire store. I hope they make someone's gifts extra special or add great art to a scrapbook page. More to come soon keep checking back.

Get ready for the Holidays with mark!

Halloween is on Sunday and the thoughts of Thanksgiving and Christmas have just begun to flutter to my mind. How time flies. How to get gifts for relatives while on a budget and provide great quality and items that are en vogue are always a challenge.

This Christmas, mark is going to help me accomplish that task. The November 2010 magalog (Magazine Catalog)has been posted and my store is available 24/7 365 for shopping. Free shipping for any order over $20 ships free with code: MFS20

 Magalog 12 (11/9/10 to 12/7/10): http://youravon.com/static/catalog/2010/24/en/p900.html?ba=null
My Store: http://creedy.mymarkstore.com

Two of My faves: Below are two of my faves which are hookup and can connect together and easily fit in a purse and travel safely with you everywhere. Don't let the size fool you . This makeup is a follower of my fave saying "a little goes a long way." These would be great stocking stuffers and secret santa gifts for the gal on the go or the makeup lover in your family.

1)scanda-lash HOOK UP MASCARA

Thickens and defines lashes. Fits in your purse with ease and lasts a super long time. Sexy lashes in an NY-minute. I use it in Blacklash.

Price: $6.00 

 

2) glow baby glow HOOK UP LIP GLOSS

Mint-flavored lip gloss. Great color shine and a kiss of mint..yum! Pink Crush & Smooches are gorgeous! These remind me of Stila glosses and are $14 cheaper!  Ah savings!

Price: $6.00 

 Stop by my store and find something for yourself or for another either way shop mark and shop happy.
http://creedy.mymarkstore.com

Our newborn..Baby Julian.

I have a few men in my life that I have truly loved instantly. The First is my Dad. The first man i loved, my first Valentine, one of my fave playmates and the guy who gave me my first scooter ride (to a 3 yr old that is a HUGE thing).

The second is my brother. The one who made me a big sister. My shadow and the kid who wouldn't hold back when playing Teenage mutant Ninja Turtles or He-Man.

The third, my husband. I knew when we first met that he was THE one. It's been rough with ups and downs of life but the love is still there in spades.

My newest love is my newborn son, Julian. How small and perfect he is. Whether sleeping or crying he is just lovely. He makes my heart skip a beat like in high school when the cute guy would pass-by. I am truly humbled and blessed to have him in my life and can't wait to share in his life.

here he is:

Here he is with Big sister Victoria and my Hubby. My cup runeth over.