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[AlexWyattMommy]

Not a stupid question. I thought double matted meant three layers, but it means two.
For your Dog Tag shaped one, you could cut another one in a different color and cut it in 1/2 and put that on it. True it would only be double matted for 1/2 of the tag, but I but it would still look cute. Or you could put them slightly off center from each other, so one is peeking to one side.

My tags have die cuts on them. Two layers of paper than the die cut and some ribbon diagonal across on one. The other one has a brad & die cut. I bet the embossed dog would look great.

 

[YodasMom]

checking in -- i'm just getting started but will have mailed on time

i'm sorry i have 2 stupid questions --

does 'double matted' mean two or three layers total? i just noticed the tags are to be double matted. how do you all make the additional layers if you punch out the tags with your sizzix? i have the dog tag sizzix die and the big one is about 2 1/2 x 5", but there is no one just a hair smaller for matting?

and secondly, dog group one -- should the tags be empty so you can add your own wording or should they have something on them? you know like a dog? i have a CUTE sizzix embossed dog. should he be in the center of the tag, or do you all want something to it?

I use Sizzix dies on almost all of my tags. I punch out two different colors with the same size tag dies. Then, I adhere them together so the the top layer is adhered maybe 1/4 inch from the lower layer and so that only the hole on the top layer shows. When I do that the double matting of only the upper part of the tag show, though. Then I punch through the hole with a hole punch so that the hole in the tag goes through both layers. I usually use an eyelet in the hole. Unless the tag is for a library pocket, I usually decorate the whole tag and use the tag for an embellishment, but you can also leave some room for journaling if you want.

Double matted is two layers.

 

[AlexWyattMommy]

I wondered how you made your scalloped tags. I love those.

 

[ohMom]

I use Sizzix dies on almost all of my tags. I punch out two different colors with the same size tag dies. Then, I adhere them together so the the top layer is adhered maybe 1/4 inch from the lower layer and so that only the hole on the top layer shows. When I do that the double matting of only the upper part of the tag show, though. Then I punch through the hole with a hole punch so that the hole in the tag goes through both layers. I usually use an eyelet in the hole.

i'm trying do you have a picture? you lost me on "only the hole on the top layer shows" -- is the top layer angled/crooked? are you saying you line the holes or angle it enough that the holes are not over each other?

i'm sorry -- but for your help!! new die cut machine for me and i really want to learn the tricks!

 

[ohMom]

oh wait! do you flip them end to end so top layer with hole is opposite bottom layer hole?

 

[TPCShauna]

I finished my library pocket and tags yesterday while I was watching the games. They are 100% made with my new Cricut! I them!

I'm going to work on my quote today. I think I know which one I'm going to use. I probably won't be able to mail until Saturday 'cause I just don't have time but I am planning to be postal by Saturday at the latest!

 

[YodasMom]

i'm trying do you have a picture? you lost me on "only the hole on the top layer shows" -- is the top layer angled/crooked? are you saying you line the holes or angle it enough that the holes are not over each other?

i'm sorry -- but for your help!! new die cut machine for me and i really want to learn the tricks!

I put both tags together (and don't do any flipping), so one is directly behind (or underneath) the other. Then I move the top tag down 1/4" just until the hole of the bottom tag is covered by the top of the top tag, and adhere. Thus, only the layer of the bottom tag that shows is the top of the bottom tag. The rest that shows, is the top tag. I often also add other layers to portions of the top tag, but what I described is the basic design. Then I embellish the top of the tag once all the layers are there. The only hole that shows when I do this is from the top tag. So, I have to punch a hole, after they are all together through the bottom tag right where the hole of the top tag is.

If you look on the thread for MNSSHP at the photos. I did the Headless Horseman theme and did a tag that illustrates this. There are a lot of ways of doing tags, but that's just an example of how I do them without making two different sized layers.

Hope this isn't too confusing.

 

[YodasMom]

Mine are all done, and I plan to mail tomorrow.

 

[marlynnp]

I just finished and my shakers boxes are 100% made with my cricut and I love them too! LOL This machine is too darn cute.

 

[StitchIsOurHero]

I know what you mean, marlynnp! I love my Cricut, too!!

I didn't get everything finished up last night, and tonight we have a basketball game. I will be finishing up tomorrow, and DH said he would mail them on Thursday. I'll post to let you know they are on their way! I am very excited about this swap!!

 

[maria34a]

I have to start all over on my stuff!!! I ended up ordering some stuff on line and am just waiting for that to come in and when it does I will finish. I started and just didn't like what was happening with it!!!! I am very picky about what I create!!!! It just wasn't happening for me!!! I spent about 3 hours on this stuff and I hated all of it!!!! Sooooo it all went in the bin for something else and I had to put on the thinking cap again and order supplies...

 

[PrincessNancy96]

I just finished and my shakers boxes are 100% made with my cricut and I love them too! LOL This machine is too darn cute.

Ok, I want instructions on how you did your shaker w/ the cricut.. Mom has one and I can teach her.. I'm sure it's not hard but... I don't have one (YET)

 

[MissBubbles]

Are we supposed to be getting a PM with a mailing address for these? Mine are ready and have been for about a week but I don't know where they are going yet.

 

[YodasMom]

Mine are ready to send out, too. I was going to mail today since I have your address from the CJ. But, I think I am going to wait until I officially hear that everything is OK your way, Kat, to send. Just want to make sure you're there. I know you'e been busy with work. Hope you're OK!!

 

[marlynnp]

Ok, I want instructions on how you did your shaker w/ the cricut.. Mom has one and I can teach her.. I'm sure it's not hard but... I don't have one (YET)

Ok, first of all I have the Tags, Bags, Boxes and more cartridge. There are several tag shapes - I picked an elongated oval shape (like military dog tag). Cut one with the window option (the front of box) and the other with the blackout option (back). Add a puppy in a bathtub, white/iridescent mini beads, foam tape and plastic ~ voila!

I'd post a pic but I mailed my package when I was out at lunch.

I also used the rectangle window cut-out as an embellishment on a photo mat!

The other cool thing I used that I really like is cork. I found 12x12 sheets of it at Michaels or AC Moore (I wish I remembered which) and I definitely want to get more. It really adds great texture.

 

[PrincessNancy96]

Thanks Mar!! I'll put that on my list!!!

 

[disneyfreakk]

Ok, first of all I have the Tags, Bags, Boxes and more cartridge. There are several tag shapes - I picked an elongated oval shape (like military dog tag). Cut one with the window option (the front of box) and the other with the blackout option (back). Add a puppy in a bathtub, white/iridescent mini beads, foam tape and plastic ~ voila!

I'd post a pic but I mailed my package when I was out at lunch.

I also used the rectangle window cut-out as an embellishment on a photo mat!

The other cool thing I used that I really like is cork. I found 12x12 sheets of it at Michaels or AC Moore (I wish I remembered which) and I definitely want to get more. It really adds great texture.

So is the window option only on the Tags, Bags, Boxes and more cartridge? I havent gotten this one yet, but if I can do shaker boxes with it I get it ASAP! lol. I cut all of the centers of my shaker boxes out by hand! But dont worry, I actually do a good job... lol.

 

[StitchIsOurHero]

Ooh, another reason to get Tags, Bags, Boxes and More!! I've been eyeing that one!!

 

[AlexWyattMommy]

I've been using my Fiskars to cut out the inside for shaker boxes.
I did buy 20 premade shaker boxes of ebay that were made with a sizzix die cut. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but these guys are little. And I mean little. So my AK swap will be getting two little shaker boxes instead of one decent sized one. I guess I better go post that over there.

 

[marlynnp]

I bought those last year - they are the size of a slide frame.... still haven't used them, lol.
Besides, I couldn't figure out out to seal them so the beads couldn't fall out. I think that cricut cartridge has the same template if anyone knows how to use it, lol.

I've been using my Fiskars to cut out the inside for shaker boxes.
I did buy 20 premade shaker boxes of ebay that were made with a sizzix die cut. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but these guys are little. And I mean little. So my AK swap will be getting two little shaker boxes instead of one decent sized one. I guess I better go post that over there.