Toy Soldier Gift Tag

I've decided on the paper and ribbon I'll be using for some

of my gift giving this Christmas ...

the next step was a coordinating gift tag!

I ordered some round heavy weight coasters last 

year.  Since I had some left over,

I thought I'd use those.

Here's where I bought my coasters:

http://www.blockheadstamps.com/catalog/Art-Supplies/Stamp-On/Coasters/COA-04?bulk=1

Here are the paints I used:

DecoArt® Americana® Acrylics:

Hauser Light Green, Hauser Medium Green,

Black, Flesh Tone, Honey Brown

Primary Red, Napa Red

Marigold

Here is the pattern:

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First, I base coated the front, back, and sides

of each coaster with light green acrylic paint.

I sponged on an even lighter shade

to give it some texture.

Next, use transfer paper to copy the main pattern

outlines to the dry coaster.

Shade around the main pattern lines with medium green.

Base coat the larger areas and add details as needed.

Shade and highlight where appropriate.

Brush on a coat of acrylic sealer and allow to dry.

Then outline details with

a black permanent marker.

I sprayed the edges lightly with sealer

and added some glitter;

then spray again so the glitter doesn't rub off.

Punch a hole in the top; thread embroidery floss

or ribbon through for hanging.

Handmade for the Holidays!