Today we’re making Anthro Gift Tags – alternately known as the Easiest. Knockoff. Ever. :)
These probably don’t even need a tutorial – but I’m writing one anyway. Cause I like them so much.
Here’s my version:
Here are the Anthro tags:
Cute right? I love how fast these are – I think I made them up in about 20 minutes.
Plus, they can be used for more than Christmas – they are perfect for any gift!
Here’s the quick and easy tutorial. :)
You’ll need:
cardstock (1 sheet makes 8 tags)
red thread
blue thread
cording for ties
Pattern for tags – click here to open PDF
(As always with my PDF’s - don’t sell or redistribute these images. Thanks!)
Start by printing out the tags. If you have letter stamps, you could also just make your own!
Cut out the tags. To get those rough edges like the Anthro tags. scrape the edges of the tags with your fingernail.
This will give it that almost “torn” look.
Sew three lines of blue stitching across the horizontal length of the tag. Start just under the lettering.
Sew a vertical red line of stitching to the right of the lettering.
Punch a hole in the top left of the card and add your twine. I used 12″ of red/white Baker’s Twine, looped through the hole.
And Voila! You’re done and ready to start wrapping!!
You could even write a little note on these along with the name – “Merry Christmas” or “You are Awesome” or “This is totally a re-gift. Hope you like it better than I did”. :)
I looooove them. What about you? Do you make your own tags or wrapping?
I’m linking to Sunday Scoop, Today’s Creative Blog, Met Monday, Skip to my Lou, Tutorials & Tips Tuesday, Funky Junk Interiors, and the other fabulous parties on the sidebar – make sure you check them out!
Love it Bev! Super easy to whip up!!
Absolutely LOVE your knockoff! I’m saving the PDF, pinning the tute and hoping I’ll get around to making some in time for Christmas! :D
I also think your tags are even better. And I enjoyed the “regifting” message. I would so laugh if I actually received a gift with a tag that honest!
These are cute!
We usually make our own tags… but they aren’t anywhere as cute as these. Several years ago I got a hold of some light green 1″ x 3″ labels… I’ve been sticking those to the pkgs with a hand written to and from on them. LOL
I love these! I am definitely going to make some!! Thanks for the tutorial!
Oh yah, these rock! Just pinned it ;)
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Love these! Sometimes the simplest things are really the best!
These look great. Now you’ve got me thinking of making gift tags.
A nail file or emery board along the edges might also give you that torn look. My fingernails are never long enough to rough up anything.
Thank you!
Awesome Tip Gertie!! Thanks!
Oh my gosh! TOO ADORABLE! You did a fantastic job on these, and thank you so much for the tutorial!
I’d love for you to link up to my Fresh Friday Link party!
http://www.releasemecreations.com/2011/11/fresh-fridays-link-party-2-on-release.html
What cute tags, Beverly. These will probably show up at my home ;).
Oh my gosh I LOVE these cute tags! Thanks for showing us how to make our own!
SUCH a great idea! You do a mean knockoff, Bev! :)
Wow, I am in love!! I’m definitely pinning these and following you. Thanks for the inspiration!!
Yours are even better than the anthro version. Fabulous knock-off.
So cute!!!
These are positively adorable! And so easy {which is a huge deal in my book!}. Great job!
LOVE these tags!!! great job & thanks for the awesome tutorial! happy weekend! :)
So cute! I’d love for you to link up at my Do Something Crafty Friday party: http://vanessascraftynest.blogspot.com/2011/11/do-something-crafty-12.html
Love the tutorial. Had to pin this! Thanks
Once again, you’ve knocked it out of the park! So stinkin’ cute and what a great gift idea. Thanks for sharing at this week’s BFF Open House!