Get ready to party with this vibrant birthday/graduation card featuring rainbow-colored balloons from the Hero Arts Let’s Celebrate Collection! Learn my trick for perfect die-cut alignment and how to add layered stenciled patterns for max party vibes.
Tag: Die cutting
Spellbinders | Yana’s Daisies
Yana Smakula’s latest Spellbinders collection, Yana’s Daisies, is floral perfection! I created two cards using the Daisy Trio Etched Dies and BetterPress Plates—one with a soft, layered wildflower look and another with a bold, graphic letterpress style. Whether you love delicate details or high-contrast designs, this collection has something for you!
Elegant Wedding Cards | Spellbinders Copperplate on Your Wedding Day Collection
Looking for elegant wedding card inspiration? The Spellbinders Copperplate on Your Wedding Day Collection by master calligrapher Paul Antonio is pure romance! I used BetterPress plates with my Glimmer System to create beautifully foiled cards in a soft monochromatic peach color scheme. With embossed backgrounds, delicate die-cut flowers, and scripty sentiments, these designs feel timeless and sophisticated. Plus, I’m sharing foiling tips to help you get that flawless finish!
Blog Hop: Enchanted Paper Gardens with the Hero Studio April Release!
Step into a paper fairy tale with the Hero Arts April Release & Blog Hop! I’m sharing two whimsical die-cut cards: one featuring a lush, layered terrarium full of mushrooms, leaves, and a fluttering butterfly, and another with bold, hand-painted leaves and a cheerful “hello” sentiment. Both are packed with watercolor magic, intricate details, and playful techniques! Join me on this enchanting adventure and get inspired to create your own magical garden of paper and ink.
Spring Whimsy with Hero Arts: Bold Colors, Butterflies & Birthday Cheer
Spring is in full bloom, and so is the Hero Arts Spring Whimsy Collection! In this post, I’m sharing four vibrant cards featuring hot foiling, ink blending, heat embossing, and die cutting. From shimmery butterflies to a charming 9-pane birthday window, these designs are packed with color and creativity. Come explore these bold and playful springtime cards with me!
VIDEO | Spring Floral Stenciling & Color Theory: Create with Confidence!
Love playing with color? In this post, we’re diving into floral stenciling three ways using the Hero Arts Friendship Blooms Collection! I’ll share a shimmering Byzantine Green background with a Plum ‘Congrats’ sentiment, a dreamy Mother’s Day card with layered florals, and a refreshing aqua gradient stenciled design. Plus, we’ll chat about color theory and how the color wheel can help you pick bold, eye-catching combos! Join me for some stenciling, die-cutting, and plenty of crafty fun!
Make a Splash: Postage Collage Summer Beach Card
Make a splash with this beachy birthday card featuring stenciled beach balls, ink blending magic, and a fun postage stamp theme! Inspired by a trip to the shore, I combined bright yellow, green, and blue hues with a touch of Glitz Ink shimmer. The Waffle Flower Postage Collage die and stamps add a playful, mail-ready touch, while the crisp white "Happy Birthday" sentiment pops against a bold orange mat. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or new to ink blending, this card is a fun and easy way to send birthday wishes!
Vintage Charm & Soft Elegance: Hero Arts March 2025 Release
The Hero Arts March 2025 Release is here, and I’m bringing you two cards that highlight its versatility! One card features a vintage-inspired suitcase with florals, layered over a textured background of stamped travel elements. The second is a soft pastel circular card with a playful bow pattern, perfect for beginner cardmakers. Whether you love die-cut layering or simple stamping and coloring, this release has something for you!
Spellbinders March 2025 Club Kits – Two Cards, Endless Creativity!
The Spellbinders March 2025 Release is here, and I couldn’t wait to create with these new kits! My first card, made with the Fairways and Fish Tales Die of the Month, is a fun fishing-themed design perfect for the men in your life. My second card combines the Stitching Club of the Month with the Large Die of the Month, featuring a stunning gold-stitched background and floral die cuts in pink, orange, and white. Whether you're crafting for a nature lover or a fan of intricate stitched designs, this release has something for everyone!
VIDEO HOP | Bold Floral Die Cutting | Hero Arts
Bold colors, layered florals, and die-cutting magic—this card has it all! In this post, I’m sharing how I used the Hero Arts Small and Large Floral Layering Fancy Dies to create a vibrant, dimensional floral card with a striking meadow green background. From color selection to die arrangement, I’ll walk you through the process of making a high-contrast floral design that’s both eye-catching and easy to recreate. Plus, this post is part of a Video Hop, so don’t miss out on even more creative inspiration!
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