7 Creative Ways to Transform Tags
Posted by Amber Demien on Feb 8th 2024
Traditionally, tags were thought of as a simple, mundane office supply, used to relay information and nothing more. Thanks to the mixed-media community, tags have become a beloved art supply, providing limitless possibilities beyond their original purpose. From journals to gift toppers and even wall hangings, we’ve compiled some inspiring examples of creative ways to transform tags, which you can find here.
CHRIS KARPIAK⎟ ART JOURNALING WINTER 2024
Journal Page Focal Point
A tag can make an impactful focal point on a journal page. Better yet, create a bunch of collaged tags ahead of time so you have a tag stash ready to choose from when you’re creating a page.
Learn how to recreate this piece in Art Journaling Winter 2024.
NANCY BALES⎟ ART JOURNALING WINTER 2024
A Tag Art Journal
For those who like to create their art journals from scratch, look to tags for a quick and easy option that still packs a punch. Use tags as the pages of your journal, adorn them with paint and collage, and bind them as desired.
Find instructions for this project in Art Journaling Winter 2024.
CHRISTEN HAMMONS⎟ GREENCRAFT WINTER 2024
Specimen-Inspired Tags
Made from old file folders, these delicate tags were created to mimic scientific specimens with an artful twist. Sweet sentiments and dried flowers make them fit to adorn a gift or add an artful touch to everyday life.
Learn how to make these tags in GreenCraft Winter 2024.
GWEN LAFLEUR⎟ SOMERSET STUDIO SPRING 2023
Tag Matchbooks
The size and shape of tags make them perfect for becoming miniature matchbooks. Dressed up with stamping, embossing, and a bit of collage, these tag matchbooks can be used as mini-journals or even as small greeting cards.
Find the step-by-step guide for this in Somerset Studio Spring 2023.
KIM COLLISTER⎟ SOMERSET STUDIO SPRING 2023
Hangable Tags
When we think of assemblage art that can be hung on a wall, our minds don’t usually go to tags. These tags have been beautifully transformed with collage and more, and then suspended with wire from an intriguing piece of driftwood.
Learn how to make these tags in Somerset Studio Spring 2023.
VICKIE KAMMERER⎟ SOMERSET STUDIO SPRING 2023
Round Gift Tags
The word tag often evokes a rectangular object, but tags can be any shape and size. The round tags have been covered with collage and embroidery scraps, making them lovely additions to artwork or gifts.
Learn how to make these tags in Somerset Studio Spring 2023.
REBECCA DEGROODT⎟ GREENCRAFT WINTER 2023
Dried Floral Tags
Pressed flowers can be found everywhere in arts and crafts these days, so why not add them to tags, too? Use watercolors to add soft color to the tag, and then top with a few layers of vintage ephemera. Top everything off with a pressed flower for a romantic adornment.
What is your favorite way to transform tags?
Find more projects with tags in our Somerset Studio magazine.
