I don't make New Year's resolutions, but I do like to set goals for myself. What's the difference? Semantics! Much less guilt involved if I don't "get there" or change my mind!
So one of my goals, besides the continuing goal of using up some of my stash of art supplies, is to try new things.
Inspiration Avenue (thanks to Shel and Kim) provided the prompt this week to make a tag--something that I have always admired but never really tried.
There don't appear to be any size guidelines or rules to making tags as there are with ACEOs, so I just went ahead & made it the size I wanted to fit the picture I was using. Aside from the embellishments, I added a rose that I made with polymer clay. Hopefully you can see the words I stamped, "Perfect together".
If you are looking for inspiration, an artistic push, or to interact with some friendly, talented artists, why not stop by IA.
So, do you make New Year's resolutions or set goals for yourself?
18 comments:
I am with you not resolutions. A few goals and always at the top of my list to keep my legs working and my health as good as it can be.
Nicole/Beadwright
"I firmly resolve with the help of Thy Grace..." That's the only resolution and it's still hard to keep!
Your tag is beautiful, colors, birds, and flowers are so refreshing. ♥
Lovely tag, great colours! Resolutions? Must I know what they are? Hugs, Valerie
I love this...I would never know it's your first attempt! Aren't tags fun to make?
Stop back at Inspiration Avenue in the next day or so ~ we're having a Tag Swap! Hope you'll want to join in!
Maggie
Looks great Debbie, especially the rose. I have never heard of Inspiration Avenue, but I'll check it out :) Good on you for using up stash. I'm going to try and buy less craft supplies and go shopping in my stash instead.
Very pretty and cheerful - looking ahead to spring!
Just darling! I haven't set one goal except to continue to play and have fun!
No resolutions for me. I do like to join the challenges at IA and will continue to do so when I can. I will be submitting my tag tomorrow.
I really like the colors you used. Never thought of using poly-clay on a tag but it looks like it worked well.
Darla
Very pretty Deb! Well done! I have made some resolutions for myself, but I can't tell you what they are! LOL! But, I will, if I accomplish them ;o)
It's not a bad idea to set goals, it is something (strangely) that I have never done but it's a really cool idea and much better than resolutions.
What a lovely tag, Debbie! It reminds me of the burgeoning beauty of spring, with the hummingbirds and flowers. I have a word for the year - one that I hope to live by. Happy New Year to you and yours!
Oh I would love to stop by and get involved...but I start school on Monday~ 3 classes which means no free time. :)
May 2013 be a happy, peaceful and prosperous new year!
That tag is perfect for the challenge. I can tell you went all out, from the polyclay rose to the colored hole preserver thingy (very tired right now as I've been up for two days). And of course, the birds ARE perfect together.
Great tag! Really lovely!!
You are now tagged for the TAG SWAP! I hope to see you there!
XO
Kim
Love the tag & sentiment too :) Looks like Inspiration Avenue is a great way to kick off the creative goals for the New Year - great result Debbie!
Your tag is wonderful! I love the colors and the elements. Thanks for playing this week.
Love these colors in your tag! it says early spring to me ... fingers crossed :O
Love your tag! No, I don't make any resolutions, life is hard enough! Valerie
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