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Hero Arts | December 2023 My Monthly Hero Release Blog Hop

Karen Brown
Hero Arts | December 2023 My Monthly Hero Release Blog Hop + Alphabet Cover Die

Hello My Monthly Hero lovers and welcome to the December 2023 Release Hop and Giveaway! I am excited about this month’s kit….so much wonderfulness! December’s theme is the Alphabet (Classic) and Numbers (Premium).

Classic Kit Contents ($81 Value for $36.99)

• XL Alphabet Clear Stamp Set, 8″ x 10″
• Alphabet Cover Plate Die
• 10 Pack of Watercolor Pencils
• 6 Sheets of Luxe White Watercolor Paper, 8.5″ x 11″
• Water Flow Brush

Premium Kit Contents: ($112 Value for $49.99)

• XL Alphabet Clear Stamp Set, 8″ x 10″
• Numbers Clear Stamp Set, 4″ x 6″
• Alphabet Cover Plate Die
• 10 Pack of Watercolor Pencils
• 6 Sheets of Luxe White Watercolor Paper, 8.5″ x 11″
• Water Flow Brush
• Fineline Applicator
• Sea Salt Reactive Ink Reinker
• Gold Glimmer Metallic Ink

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You can see the entire December Collection HERE.

I love them both, but this post is about the Classic Kit plus a very fun Add-On product. I am sharing three different cards with three very different looks today.

Inlay Diecutting with the Alphabet Plate Cover Die

Inlay diecutting with Hero Arts Alphabet Die Cover Plate.

This card might look difficult, but it all came together in one hour. I started by die cutting the alphabet 5 times from different colors of cardstock: Papaya, Kiwi, Passion Flower, Dove White and Granite. I saved the white die cuts to use on a future project, and then attached the white background to an A2 cardbase. Next, I laid out the letters until I had the colors where I wanted them. With the layout done, the gluing went very quickly. I added a simple heat embossed sentiment from Hero Art’s Message Strips Stamp and Cut XL (DC286). I love the bright simplicity of this card.

A bonus is that I have TONs of leftover die-cut letters to use on future projects! It is such a time saver to be able to cut 26 letters with one pass of the diecutting machine.

Colorful Die Cut Alphabet Letters

Add-On: Sparkling Fireworks Bold Prints (CG925)

Hero Arts Sparkling Fireworks Bold Prints (CG925) Graduation Card

When I saw this background stamp, I immediately thought “CELEBRATION” and decided it would be so fun for a graduation card. I went with a festive vintage vibe. After using a bit of anti-static powder, I stamped the Sparkling Fireworks Bold Prints with Clear Embossing and Watermark Ink onto a panel of Paradise Cardstock. I sprinkled on Iridescent Copper Embossing Powder and heat set. Next, I blended some Paradise Core Ink onto the panel with a blending brush. The sentiment is from Message Basics and Message Strips Stamp and Cut XL (DC286). I wanted to add a bit more grunge so I added Clear Embossing and Watermark Ink to the edges of the background and sentiments, drug them through Copper Embossing Powder and heat set. I added the background to an A2 cardbase and used foam adhessive for the sentiment.

Heat Embossing with Copper Embossing Powder

Easy Stamped & Copic Colored Card

Easy Stamped & Copic Colored Card with Hero Arts Alphabet Stamps and images.

There is something so therapeutic about covering a card front with stamps and then coloring them in. My daughter was so captivated by the XL Alphabet Clear Stamps that she created two fun word signs with images for her office.

GIVEAWAY:

We will give away a $50 gift card, drawn from the comments left across the hop. Enter by Sunday, December 10th at 11:59pm Pacific, and the winner will be announced on the Hero Arts blog the following week.

BLOG HOP:

The Hop starts at Hero Arts!

You likely arrived from Jennifer Kotas.

Your next stop is Pocono Pam.

Here is a list of the entire Hop:

Hero Arts

Natasha Vacca

Lydia Fiedler

Heather Ruwe

Seeka

Jeannie Lieu

Jennifer Kotas

Karen Brown

Pocono Pam

Channin Pelletier

Michelle Short

Rosie Lopez

Mindy Eggen

Natasha Polite

Charlene Madrid

Ilina Crouse

Rachel Kleinman

EssieKelly Taylor
Emily Midgett

I am so glad you could join us for this hop

Rainbow colors and stenciling....two of my favorite things! Today, I made a quick and easy colorful card using @heroarts Floral Trove Stencil and inks. Hey, crafty friends! Today, I have a super fun and enjoyable cardmaking project to share with you, featuring everyone's favorite little critters - House Mouse - and the NEW Stay Cool stamp set. Isn't that little mouse the cutest? Aloha! Delight in the sweet essence of tropical charm with my latest crafting adventure using this month's @teamspellbinders Stitching Club Kit! I am diving into the art of hand-stitching to create a whimsical pineapple card that's as vibrant as it is heartfelt. So, grab your needle, thread, and a sprinkle of creativity as we embark on this delightful journey together! Good morning friends! Today, I am a Guest Designer on Spellbinders Blog and I'd love for you to stop by and see my post. I am sharing 4 cards with great new sentiments from Stampendous + a DIY gift card holder. With its sleek lines and intricate designs, the @teamspellbinders NEW Fresh Picked Vase Bouquet die set allows for the creation of stunning floral arrangements that exude modern elegance. I really love how beautiful and creative the entire Fresh Picked collection is. Hey there, crafty friends! Karen here and today, we're diving into the magical world of metallic shimmer sprays and how you can incorporate them into your cardmaking and papercrafting projects. I am on the @heroarts Blog with a Tutorial on my process that you can read at: Feeling accomplished as I complete my Hero Arts Ink Swatching Page. @heroarts Printed paper is a cardmaker’s friend, offering endless possibilities for creativity and expression. Whether you’re looking to add color, pattern, or texture to your cards, printed paper is sure to inspire and delight. @teamspellbinders has a bunch of gorgeous new designer papers in their shop and today I used Rainbow Wood by Paper Rose. This beautiful bold paper comes in both 6 x 6" and 12 x 12" packs. It’s that time of the month again….time for @teamspellbinders April Club Kit releases. Today, I am sharing my floral stitched card. I know I always say this, but the April Stitching kit is a real beauty.

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  6. Really great projects! The first is my favorite with the great colors, letterforms, and white background, and the third is such a creative way to use those stamped images!

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