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27 min 40 sec
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00:30
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27:10
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Taught by Dawn M. Cardona
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Artist Dawn M. Cardona loves finding magic in the everyday, and in this class, she shows you how to turn a humble gift tag into a tiny piece of art. With two sweet, customizable papercut birds and a clever perforated design, this tag is made to be admired—not tossed. It can be gently removed and framed, turning a simple gesture into a keepsake that’s meant to last.
Learn how to:
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Downloaded PDF template
- One 6 ¼” x 3 ¾” sheet of cardstock in any color, for backing
- One 5 ½” x 3 ½” sheet of Bristol paper, for canvas
- Variety of papers, such as cardstock, vintage and painted paper, etc. (see Dawn's Make Painted Papers for Art Making)
- Paper cutter with straight, perforating, and scoring blade
- Media of choice, such as crayons, colored pencils, markers, gouache, etc.
- Cutting mat
- Scissors
- Hole punch
- Bone folder
- Ruler
- Pencil
- PVA glue
- Craft needle / awl
- 10” string, such as bakers' twine
Downloads:
- Make a special keepsake gift tag
- Cut out small paper details, with a template and freehand
- Attach small paper details with glue
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Make a Collage Art Tag Reviews
22 users recommended this class to a friend
Mickey Walker
I appreciated her planning and detailed instructions, which emphsized the importance of being exact in your work and taking time to complete the project meticulously.
1 day ago
Lynn C
This is adorable!
2 days ago
Barbara A. Nickerson
I will be making tags like this for Christmas presents for nieces. They will love them.
October 31, 2025
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