G’day everyone …
Circle of Destiny: April brings a new prompt for the Grungy Tag Challenge 2026, hosted by Lori @pilesofparagraphs — this month’s theme is “Circle”, and it led me toward a simple idea: a small, worn tag inspired by the travelling carnivals of the 1930s 🎪 and the quiet charm of an old fortune‑teller’s booth 🔮. This tag features Madam Vespera, illustrated in soft chromolithography tones. Her large crystal ball forms a circular pocket on the front, and inside is a Dust Bowl‑style carnival backdrop with a few of her tools tucked into circular pockets — tarot cards, palm‑reading cards, and little pieces that hint at the life she might have lived on the road. There’s also a small envelope offering Your Question Answered ✉️❓- just to add a gentle touch of mystery. Circles appear throughout the piece – in the pockets, the crystal ball, and the little details, giving the tag a quiet, looping rhythm. It’s a simple, grungy make with a bit of old‑world carnival atmosphere, nothing too fancy, just a fun interpretation of the prompt 😊.
Enjoy your week – Luvs ya — Joey ❤️🦘😀
Joey Cardmaker 