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Art by Nancy Maxwell James

{Ninth Day of Whimsy – Silver Antiquities}

December 9, 2011

Silver Antiquities

These tags were made with “Christmas past” in mind. The silver glass glitter is very addicting to work with and gives that antique feel. The tags were aged using coffee or tea and sepia colored ink. A simple little project…you could make oodles of these for the tree, greeting cards, or package embellishments.

There are oodles of Paper Whimsy faces to choose from and with the instant download feature on their site you can print them instantly! :)

Tutorial PDF available in my Etsy shop:  12 Days of Whimsy

Filed in: 12 Days of Whimsy • by Sugar Lump Studios • 54 Comments

About Sugar Lump Studios

I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

Comments

  1. Denise Phillips

    December 9, 2011 at 12:09 am

    Absolutely Lovely!!!!!

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  2. Kath Hobson

    December 9, 2011 at 12:19 am

    Nancy as usual these are just beautiful. You have a wonderful imagination and your creativity knows no bounds. Thanks for your generosity in sharing these with us.
    Kath

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  3. Sandy

    December 9, 2011 at 12:44 am

    OMG what for stunning Tags Nancy.
    Love the tinsel and all the little details. Thanks again for your inspiring work.

    Have a lovely weekend sweetie. xoxo

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  4. Debbie Ellerd

    December 9, 2011 at 12:48 am

    So glad you are sharing the way you make these tags. So lovely and festive. I have to pick up some shipping tags to do these. I also have to wait for my PW shipment but will be nice for presents……as always thank you for sharing….

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  5. Lynn Stevens

    December 9, 2011 at 12:54 am

    Beautiful tags Nacny, you really have your own unique style! I was so inspired by your tin ornaments the other day I made one for a friend. I’ll post it on my blog soon. Thanks for the continued inspiration!
    hugs Lynn

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  6. Chris Thuerk

    December 9, 2011 at 12:56 am

    These are quite lovely Nancy! such wonderful touches that makes them really stand out!

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  7. Julia - Vintage with Laces

    December 9, 2011 at 1:01 am

    The tags are gorgeous, Nancy!
    Have a wonderful weekend!
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  8. Jane

    December 9, 2011 at 1:45 am

    These are stunning! Love all the layers and the lace!
    Jane
    x

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  9. sonya

    December 9, 2011 at 1:47 am

    So lovely, Nancy. Always inspiring, thank you!
    Hugs,
    Sonya

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  10. 2amscrapper

    December 9, 2011 at 1:49 am

    more stunning work–I love the look of these tags

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  11. Caroline Lawson

    December 9, 2011 at 3:03 am

    I love the aged look of these tags.

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  12. Fiona

    December 9, 2011 at 3:13 am

    Pure Vintage Beauty Nancy. You never cease to amaze me. Thank You for the inspiration.

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  13. Dorthe

    December 9, 2011 at 3:56 am

    Dear Nancy, they are so sweet and beautiful old looking. I love the real glass glitter also, but I cAN`T buy it in Germany more–
    You made them look so gorgeous with the adds of mini tag,buttons,cloth,and all the glittering.
    Thankyou for yet another fantastic tutorial.
    Hugs,Dorthe

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  14. Jacky S

    December 9, 2011 at 4:39 am

    These are so beautiful,Nancy…and would look wonderful on gifts.

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  15. Viola

    December 9, 2011 at 5:15 am

    Stunning work, Nancy! Wonderful inspiration!

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  16. Robyn

    December 9, 2011 at 5:18 am

    These are just stunning Nancy, love the look of times past with the tea dyeing. Another great tutorial!! Hugs Robyn

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  17. Gypsy Rose

    December 9, 2011 at 7:17 am

    Nancy, these are gorgeous. Your tutorials are fantastic. Sorry, but I don’t do facebook.

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  18. MarieS.

    December 9, 2011 at 7:40 am

    Nancy, these are absolutely beautiful!! Thanks for yet another wonderful tutorial.
    Have a great weekend.
    Hugs,
    Marie

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  19. Irene

    December 9, 2011 at 8:00 am

    Oh Nancy, You have the magic touch! These are so beautiful!!
    Hugs,
    Ivy

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  20. chris capista

    December 9, 2011 at 8:11 am

    Another great project – you have inspired me! Thanks so much for sharing your talent!

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  21. Carolyn

    December 9, 2011 at 8:20 am

    Day nine is just as marvelous as the rest! I love the look of the crisp white juxtaposed against the stained tag!

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  22. Jann

    December 9, 2011 at 8:21 am

    Awe-inspiring and deliciously vintage, your tags are just gorgeous-I absolutely love everything you create, Nancy!

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  23. Barbara DeLisle

    December 9, 2011 at 8:24 am

    awesome

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  24. Barbara Staradumsky

    December 9, 2011 at 8:45 am

    Wow…I have been coming here first thing in the morning all week and each day your creations blow me away..thank you for such wonderful inspiration!!

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  25. Marsha

    December 9, 2011 at 9:16 am

    Beautiful! I wanted something secial for a swap I’m in and this is perfect!!!

    Thank you!

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  26. Martina

    December 9, 2011 at 9:33 am

    Talent Dear Friend Nancy,
    Oh these tags are perfect,I love them !!
    Your unique art work is so lovely.
    Biggest Hugs
    MARTINA oxo

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  27. Amy

    December 9, 2011 at 9:44 am

    Some really gorgeous tags Nancy.
    Hugs

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  28. Wanda H

    December 9, 2011 at 10:28 am

    I really love the way you layer things up!! Beautiful tags!!!!

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  29. Cat Dodt-Ellis

    December 9, 2011 at 10:29 am

    Love the vintaged tags, the silver bits really make them shine!

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  30. JeanFB

    December 9, 2011 at 10:30 am

    Love these! I love all of the wonderful layering of lace, cheesecloth, tags, etc. – so rich looking. And the real silver glass glitter is a favorite of mine. These will be fun!

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  31. Sarah

    December 9, 2011 at 10:57 am

    All of my favorites are here…coffee dyed tags, glass glitter and those fabulous PW images. These are to “dye” for!!!

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  32. Terri

    December 9, 2011 at 11:44 am

    Gorgeous Christmas tags! Love all the layers and extra touches!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  33. Linda Cain

    December 9, 2011 at 12:12 pm

    Always Stunning, always an inspiration, layers and layers of lovliness…I’ve run out of words to describe the beauty of your work.

    Your Friend in ART,
    Linda

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  34. Barb

    December 9, 2011 at 12:40 pm

    can I say this is my favorite yet!!! Love the vintage look

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  35. femmy

    December 9, 2011 at 1:03 pm

    These are just beautiful nancy!

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  36. Linda K

    December 9, 2011 at 1:33 pm

    Gorgeous,gorgeous tags Nancy!! You must have lived in that era in another lifetime, you have captured it all so beautifully!

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  37. Carol Berger

    December 9, 2011 at 2:07 pm

    As always, Love em!

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  38. Christine Laudig

    December 9, 2011 at 3:23 pm

    So delightful & rich….looking forward to the weekend & more time to play.

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  39. Di

    December 9, 2011 at 4:23 pm

    I am now a follower and liked you on facebook! So glad I came over. Please enter me for the gift certificate giveaway! Di

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  40. Doreen aka LuniLadi

    December 9, 2011 at 7:49 pm

    Just wonderful! Love the sparkle the glass glitter lends to the vintage elements…what a perfect combination. I”ll have to stock up on lace, buttons, vintage bits and baubles…and, of course, I’ll need to check my Paper Whimsy wish list twice! :)
    Doreen aka LuniLadi (not on facebook)

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  41. Bleubeard and Elizabeth

    December 9, 2011 at 8:06 pm

    It’s great that we can get our sewing machines out for these tags. I love vintage and the little girls and their lace make these tags extra special. I’m not on facebook.

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  42. Christine Shebroe

    December 9, 2011 at 9:02 pm

    Nancy — love these! The lace and the aged tag – perfect combo!

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  43. cassie

    December 9, 2011 at 10:15 pm

    These are my new favorite. For the moment anyway! Love the kraft tags and all the layers of lace! Gorgeous project again Nancy!
    Cassie (not on facebook)

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  44. Lesley

    December 9, 2011 at 10:30 pm

    Wow these are so darling and what a great tag to put on a gift or hang on a tree. Thank you so much for sharing these with us.
    Lesley

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  45. Barb

    December 9, 2011 at 10:32 pm

    What stunning tags, I think this is my “favorite” project thus far!
    Happy week-end,
    Barb

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  46. Sherry B

    December 9, 2011 at 11:23 pm

    These tags are so pretty!!

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  47. Terry

    December 10, 2011 at 12:11 am

    Nancy, making beautiful art is so natural for you! Love the delicate nature in each tag! Amazing as always!

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  48. Terri Gordon

    December 10, 2011 at 11:44 am

    Hi Nancy, Your tags are beautiful! They are so pretty! Thanks for sharing. Hugs, Terri

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  49. Sue Young

    December 10, 2011 at 12:53 pm

    These are by far my favorite so far! Luscious colors and images and composition!!!I’m off to create some!

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  50. Deb Riddell

    December 10, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    Yikes, how did I miss day 9? I must have visited after midnight Eastern time and posted on day 10 instead LOL! Love these tags Nancy, absolutely stunning as always. Thanks for sharing, Deb

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  51. patricia

    December 10, 2011 at 8:50 pm

    I missed yesterday…….and I knew it, woke up dreaming of sweet vintage faces! Really! Tea stain always has my attention! Thank you Nancy, for sharing!

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  52. Heather F. Corn

    December 10, 2011 at 9:30 pm

    Fabulous!! I hope to start making some of these projects this weekend!

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  53. Leslie Anderson

    December 11, 2011 at 5:28 pm

    These little Whimsy’s are perfect for your vintage tags!!

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  54. PetraB

    December 23, 2011 at 8:57 am

    I made the tag and I thoroughly enjoyed it! Thank you so much for all the inspiration, have a wonderful Christmas, Petra. x

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