Let's Make Collage Cards using Tim Holtz Idea-ology

Create Collage Tag Christmas Cards with me using Tim Holtz Christmas Idea-ology. I will show you my process for creating these tags using ephemera, paper dolls, backdrops and stickers from papers using the 2023 Christmas Idea-ology Collection. Follow along with me in (mostly) real time as I show you my best tips for getting started, planning your tags, creating layers, adding ephemera and turning your finished collage tags into cards!
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction and Supplies
2:36 Organizing Your Ephemera
8:30 Adding First Layers
14:28 Trimming Your Tags
19:10 Adding Second Layers with Small Pieces and stiching details
24:18 Adding Distress Crayon Shading
28:30 Adding Third Ephemera Layers
35:42 Adding Splatter Detail Using Foundry Wax
39:29 Selecting Backdrops
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[@murielcooper6626]

WOW!! There is a method to your madness. Thanks for the step by step and helping me to know that you can never layer too much. Muriel

[@cheiron]

You are so welcome! Thank you for stopping by!

[@SandyWilliams-nz3pd]

Thanks so much for taking the time to show us how to 'build' our tags!

[@cheiron]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@sharondavis6775]

This video is an early Christmas gift for mixed media artists. I appreciate the organization of the video, the chapter headings, the transcript, and the links to products used. I'm sure these videos take time and dedication, and your viewers appreciate your efforts. Your work is beautiful and inspiring, but here's the best part: by breaking it down step-by-step, even hackers like me can create something I'm proud to give away.

[@cheiron]

You're very welcome! Thanks for taking the time to leave such a lovely comment, you made my day!

[@nancylamphere4752]

Thank you for this wonderful, informative video. Now I know what to do with all those ephemera pieces! Happy Holidays!

[@cheiron]

Glad it was helpful! It's a perfect way to use up all the pieces that did not make it into my holiday makes :)

[@TheTruckingScribe]

I love how you put so many layers on the tags. ❤❤❤

[@cheiron]

Thank you! 😊

[@nicolefabbri2236]

Thanks for this video and all the details that go into making your tags!!

[@cheiron]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@marystarr4462]

Oh Cerion, a thousand thank yous for this wonderful video. I cannot tell you how informative and inspirational this was. I don't think I've ever seen a step by step process including your thoughts process and decision making before. It's exactly what I craved. Sometimes collage can look so helter skelter and to see a formulaic process and priceless. I've always been a huge fan of your makes and now to see one being created is just invaluable. ❤

[@cheiron]

You are so welcome! I wasn't sure if anyone would want to hear about the process, so glad it was helpful!

[@michelel3372]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful technique. I never thought of using the ephemera that way. I LOVE how your cards turned out. They are beautiful! ❤

[@cheiron]

Thank you so much! They were really fun to make!

[@jenniemetcalf4287]

Absolutely love these! Can't wait to make these!

[@cheiron]

Hope you enjoy!

[@janhayertz2242]

Thanks

[@melodymueller3149]

I recieved Tim Holtz tags, ephemera, sissors , backdrops ECT.. everything you used, including advise on cupcake tins for sorting. OH what fun. I'm going to have to get over my O.C.D. I had stuff everywhere. My cards turned out beautiful , I did a little altering because I wanted to see everying, but they still looked like your style. Thankyou so much Cheiron.

[@cheiron]

So glad you tried them out! Thanks so much for stopping by too!

[@hazelyoung2046]

Fabulous tags and cards. Thank you for sharing your process, vision and inspiration xx

[@cheiron]

Thank you so much!

[@bethbrand4564]

Hi Cheiron! I'm a newbie and your tutorial really helped me figure out how to get started! Thx for posting, hope to see more!!

[@cheiron]

I'm so glad! Thank you so much for watching!

[@laurievanduyne1358]

Wow, thanks for sharing as I find collage intimidating, the way you break it down is amazing ❤ thankyou!!

[@cheiron]

I'm so glad! I hope you will give it a try!

[@laurievanduyne1358]

@@cheiron I really do think I will!

[@annmarieruda8166]

Just wanted to let you know that your tags are beautiful. I had saved this video in my Bookmarks and finally sat down with my tags and followed your instructions step by step. Thank you for making this tutorial. I love your work.

[@cheiron]

Thank you so much! I am so glad you finally got to make them.

[@kathyaakananabluebird]

Beautiful! Super inspiring. Thank you!

[@cheiron]

You are so welcome! Thank you for stopping by!

[@gailnoll]

Boy, did I learn a lot!!!

[@cheiron]

I am so glad. Thanks for watching!

[@Ms.W529]

Yours is my favorite card I’ve seen this season. I am in the process of making these. Thanks so much for the video!

[@cheiron]

Thank you so much! Hope you have a great time making!

[@peggyg.7407]

Thank you SO much for this video in real time. So very helpful.😊

[@cheiron]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@PatWalden]

Thanks for sharing your methods.

[@cheiron]

My pleasure!

[@robinspencer9577]

Was watching Sevenplaza and of course I had to come find you. I'm a big Tim Holtz fan. Sure love what you did with these tags. Thanks for sharing. ❤❤❤

[@cheiron]

Awesome! Thank you for stopping by!

[@karuder]

I love your cards and your name 😊

[@cheiron]

Thank you so much! And thanks for stopping by!

[@lorraineazevedo3276]

Love! Love! Love! ❤️🥰❤️ These are awesome!!!

[@cheiron]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@dianemendoza3010]

Came over from Sevenplaza. Love the step by step, thought process and easy pace and calmness of your voice. Helps alot. TFS❤️💚 Happy Holidays

[@cheiron]

Thanks and welcome! Happy Holidays to you too!

[@melissaeller7029]

Beautiful ❤❤❤

[@cheiron]

Thank you!

[@bettyareson6098]

Great tutorial

[@cheiron]

Glad you think so! Thanks for stopping by!

[@scrapscrapthat]

Turned out very cute

[@cheiron]

Thank you so much!

[@gidgetsmome]

I'm so excited I found you!!! (I subscribed!) I have tons of Tim Holtz products...just purchased this year but really didn't know where to start. This project is perfect for me to start using my purchases! I love your style and explanations. I'm gonna start binge watching your videos 😄 I really thank you for your video and can hardly wait to get started on these collage cards. Again...thank you so much!!!

[@cheiron]

Thanks for subscribing! I am so glad you liked it and thanks for the kind words, I appreciate them!

[@melissab8535]

This video is great! I've been working on my collage skills this week and sometimes I get stuck. I watched the video from Sevenplaza and now I'm watching you. This is soooo helpful! Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us newbies! It really is invaluable! I look forward to exploring your channel! Happy holidays!

[@cheiron]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks and happy holidays to you too!

[@goddessofocracoke]

Wow!! Very inspiring. Cannot wait to try making some. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@cheiron]

Thanks for watching! I hope you have fun!

[@pamallenheringer9677]

Thanks so much for sharing your talents! Love the cards!!!

[@cheiron]

Glad you like them! Thank you for watching!

[@melodymueller3149]

Oh WOW! Thankyou so much for the share. I love your style. You made it look so easy , They are beautiful. I said I was done buying, guess I lied again.

[@cheiron]

You are so welcome! These cards can be made so easily with the few packs of Idea-ology...and you really can make so many with them :)

[@susanblaylock7244]

Great tags!

[@cheiron]

Thank you so much !

[@nathalieheath5693]

Came over from Sevenplaza’s channel! Love them ❤

[@cheiron]

Welcome! Thanks for coming over!

[@dianesample1221]

Love these🌷

[@cheiron]

Glad you like them!

[@khcrowley]

I loved watching and listening as you explained your thought processes through each step of the cards. Watching in “real” time makes a huge difference in helping me understand the steps. Thank you very much for sharing your creations!❤

[@cheiron]

Thank you so much! I am glad it was helpful for you!

[@pattscollectons1234]

Hello new subscriber, came over from Sevenplaza page. These are just beautiful and so creative. Love them thank you for sharing ❤.

[@cheiron]

Welcome!! Thanks for stopping by!

[@jdball63]

You are amazing! Thank you for sharing. I must use my stash!

[@cheiron]

You can do it! Thanks for stopping by!

[@mzp6620]

What a fantastic tutorial. Thank you so much, I think I'm ready to try this style of crafting. :D I def need to learn how to sew, it really elevates the project.

[@cheiron]

You can do it!

[@christinehirakis981]

Thank you so much for sharing your talents, they are absolutely fantastic!❤😊, happy holidays.

[@cheiron]

You are so welcome! Happy Holidays to you too!

[@gagakk5566]

I have stamped for years but, I am new to TM a& All of you wonderful Creators! This video has just set me on the right track for creativity- I am such a visual person & your step by step creation is great! I so wish other creators would be able to do this- your work is beautiful ❤ Keep creating lol

[@cheiron]

You are so welcome! Thanks for your kind comments!

[@pergadootje]

Its sooo beautiful, thank you for this

[@cheiron]

I'm glad you like it! Thank you for watching!

[@andreapalmer1564]

Great tag cards and lots of helpful information to carry me through the process. I’m glad to see how to make splatter with the foundry wax. Yay! You are a pleasure to watch.

[@cheiron]

Glad it was helpful! And thanks for your kind comments!

[@bettyareson6098]

This was soooo helpful. Thank you so much. I’m off to make them now!

[@cheiron]

Have fun! Thanks for watching!

[@christinewerner6207]

This was a collage masterclass and I know my collages will look much better after watching this. Thank you so much Cheiron! Happy Holidays to you. 🙂🎄🤩

[@cheiron]

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching and Happy Holidays to you as well!

[@johannehurtubise6470]

Just wow! I will definitely try this. Happy holidays to you. Thanks a lot for this live😊

[@CherrySignature3]

Hello from Sevenplaza.

[@sarahspencer3737]

Me too 😂😂

[@cheiron]

Thanks so much for stopping by!

[@cjhatcher1]

Thank you so much. You make it seem effortless but some brains just don’t work that way (mine). I can do this.

[@cheiron]

You can do it! Thanks so much for stopping by!

[@regi5495]

Also a new subscriber from Sevenplaza.

[@cheiron]

Thanks so much for stopping by! Welcome!

[@maureenmorton6123]

I am mesmerized by this terrific video! Your creative process for us to learn and be inspired! Love that you used your finer as a mask and wonder how the heat gun didn't fry the adhesive dots.....more of your magic! A million thanks - I will revisit this so often. Hugs!

[@cheiron]

Thanks my friend! You really only have to heat that wax for a few seconds :)

[@bettyfenwick6337]

Great tutorial! Love the cards!!

[@cheiron]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@melindahessel]

These cards are awesome, and such a helpful tutorial. You make it look easy! Look forward to trying this!

[@cheiron]

Thanks so much! I sure hope you have fun making them!

[@bethhc]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I have admired these tags many times and I’m so excited to know that I can do something similar. I hope you have a wonderful holiday❤️

[@cheiron]

You certainly can do it! Hope you have a wonderful holiday as well!

[@juliearmstrong8781]

What a brilliant tutorial. This was so helpful. I can’t wait to try all your tips. Thank you so much. Happy holidays! 🎄☃️🤶

[@cheiron]

Thank you! You too!

[@alexajacquiocon5720]

Love your collage tutorial it was very helpful & would be great if you’re able to post more tutorials.. thx!

[@cheiron]

Thank you! I certainly will try :)

[@Betsy603]

I’ve never made tags like these before but I’m so inspired after watching this video today. One question-can I use modge podge in place of Tim’s collage medium? TIA

[@cheiron]

You could totally try it! I never use modge podge so I am not completely sure...sorry if that is not super helpful.

[@craftcreek4624]

Are they all cards? What do you back them with, if you wanna keep as tags but provide writing space on back? Just wondering what you like…

[@cheiron]

MIne are all cards. You can totally keep as just tags, but since I stitched all mine with the sewing machine the thread would be on the back. You could always cover the back with colored paper and then just punch the hole through if you wanted to (or just glue onto another tag to hide the stitching :) Hope that helps!

[@andygranick]

Does the collage medium dry pretty quickly?

[@cheiron]

Yes it does!

[@Mysmichelle69]

@sevenplaza sent me love the project

[@cheiron]

Thanks so much for stopping by! I appreciate it.

[@tracytanasiychuk8253]

I found you through Margreth at sevenplaza. I subscribed and I am looking forward to watching your videos. This project is fantastic. Blessings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@cheiron]

Thanks and welcome!!!