May Collection: IG Hop & Giveaway
Posted by Hero Arts on May 20, 2025

May Collection: IG Hop & Giveaway

Unlock a world of crafty intrigue with our new Case Closed Collection! Inspired by classic mysteries and detective stories, this clever lineup features stamps, dies, stencils, and more—perfect for cards, tags, and projects that surprise and delight. Whether you're crafting for a sleuth-in-training or a fan of whodunits, you'll love the playful details and storytelling potential in every design.


At the bottom of this post you're invited to join our Instagram Hop, where our Creative Team is sharing creations made with this release. But first, let's take a look at the new products!

Now let's check out some inspiration using all these fabulous new products! We have a line-up of 14 talented artists joining us today for an Instagram hop using the new Case Closed Collection.


Be sure to leave comments along the way for your chance to win a $50 Hero Arts gift card from comments left on the participating designer's Instagram post. Winners will be announced here on the blog, as well as on the Hero Arts Instagram account the following week.


Hop on over to the Hero Arts Instagram page, @heroarts, to start the hop!


We hope you are inspired to dive into a world of mystery for your next crafty adventure!

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