How to Make Vintage Grain Sack Tags
I’ve got some super-cute grain sack tags today that I made using my die cut machine and scraps from an old grain sack and from some ripped linen towels.
Aren’t they darling? The two sets on the left are made from old linen towels and the pair on the right from an old grain sack I recently used to recover a stool.
I used my Sizzix “Big Kick” die cut machine and some Plaid decoupage finish (you can also use Modge Podge).
Here you can see the die cut that I use. I purchased it at a garage sale a couple of years ago, right around the time that I bought the Big Kick.
First, cut a piece of cardboard a little larger than the tag you’re making, and then cut out a piece of whatever linen you’re going to use. (Yes, I see the big stain on the upper right, but I’m going to make sure that bit doesn’t make it into the tag itself.)
Using a foam brush, apply a thin layer of glue to the cardboard.
Press the linen lightly onto the glued surface, then place it on top of your die cut, taking care to make your grain stripe perpendicular to the sides of your tag. Cover it with the Plexiglas cover that comes with your machine and roll it through the press.
And there’s your tag.
Here are two more from another old, stained and torn linen towel.
Another set from that grain sack I used recently.
You can embellish them however you like.
I always have a sheet or two of various “salutations” on hand for crafting.
Or you can leave them plain, or stamp numbers on them and hang them from baskets or door knobs. I have a pretty blue one hanging on the knob to my ironstone cupboard and a burlap set with the numbers 1-3 stamped on them, hanging from baskets in my bathroom.
Go ahead and use them as gift tags on a package, around the neck of a bottle of wine, or any way you please.
For instructions on how to make fabric tags without a die cut machine,
check out this post: Making New Tags Out of Old Linens
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I LOVE these! I don’t have a die cut machine though. I’ll just check out the post on how to make them without the machine. Or maybe just be on the lookout for one at a garage sale!
These are darling! I especially love how you embellished one. Wish I had a die cut machine but that’s not happening so I’d have to do it the old fashioned way:)
xoKathleen
Those are great Diana … what a nice machine. I did not realize they would cut through fabric.
these are so pretty and what a lovely accent. xo
What a fun idea. Love the addition of the grainsack remnants! Thanks so much for sharing your tutorial at Vintage Inspiration Party.
Hello Diana,
Wow your tags you made are just beautiful! They will e perfect for the holidays.
I love your new blog look! Congrats.
Thanks so much for your lovely visit and sweet comment on my crochet apple.
Enjoy the weekend.
Julie xo
Hi Julie–so glad you like the tags, as well as my new look 🙂 So kind of you to say–
What a super cute idea! No I just wish I had die cutter! Thank you for sharing! I’ll be sharing your idea!
Cat
Thanks Cat! There’s a link at the bottom of the post to an older post with instructions on how to make fabric tags without a die cut machine. The manual machine that I use, Sizzix Big Shot, can be purchased pretty reasonably (under $50). I bought my on sale at Tuesday Mornings two years ago for $35.00.
Love, love, love! Gotta make some!! Don’t have a sizzix, but think I could use my large tag punch or Cricket. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
I’m so glad you liked them, Jann! I’m sure you could make them with your Cricket with one of their tag-shaped die cuts. Not sure a tag punch would go through the fabric though. Would love to hear how it goes if you decide to try some 🙂
Diana – Another wonderful project. You are so creative and I love your style! I have featured these on my Tuesday Treasures. I hope you have time to stop by today and take a look. Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop. Hope to see you again this week.
Thank you SO much Debi! You are too kind; I appreciate your encouraging words a lot. And thanks so much for the feature–you made my day!
So cute, I love anything made with grain sacks!
Karee