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Hi crafty friends! Natasha Polite of Polite Creations joining you today with a video tutorial featuring the July Layering Stencil of the Month from the Hero Studio release.  (If you are having trouble viewing this video, please watch HERE on YouTube.)  This card features texture created through mixed media techniques. I create a background by smooshing drops of Reactive Inkers in the colors Pool Party, Blue Hawaii, and Sea Salt...

Welcome to our July Extraordinary Extras feature, friends! Each month, part of our Hero Studio release includes an assortment of new products that complement the monthly theme and Card Kit. We call these Extraordinary Extras. Unlike the Hero Studio subscription products, Extraordinary Extras are restocked in the shop if they sellout. Have you had a chance to see what's new in July? We invite you dive right in...

Hello fellow crafters, Karen Brown here with a new how-to video! I am excited to dive into the world of layering stencils, specifically focusing on how to select analogous colors that will bring harmony to your designs. Do you struggle selecting colors? Taking a quick peek at your color wheel can assist in making cardmaking projects that are both visually pleasing and polished. So let's...

Hi friends. Kailash here sharing a card showcasing a fun way to use a stencil. There are many techniques with stencils but I have a simple one that will add some depth and interest to your project. The card features the new Decorative Tile Pattern Stencil. I started with an A2 sized panel of Dove White cardstock and placed the stencil on top. Using Mist, Periwinkle and Orchard Core...

Hi, crafty friends. Today's card features our new Hero Studio Layering Stencil of the Month. There are so many fun possibilities of color choices but I wanted to share a different spin and show what it looks like in black and white... To create this card, I applied gray and black ink through the June Layering Stencils of the Month to create a background. I temporarily adhered two Nesting...

Hello and welcome to our new Extraordinary Extras feature for the month of June! If you have been around the Hero Arts blog for a while, you may have come to know Wednesday of launch week as "Awesome Add-ons" day. This is much the same – only the name has changed! Awesome Add-ons have now become Extraordinary Extras. Each month as part of our Hero Studio release, we offer a variety...

Hello friends!! It’s Channin here and today I’m creating a fun city scene card featuring several products included in the new Hero Studio June Card Kit of the Month. In the video I share a bunch of helpful cardmaking tips from how to get smooth gradations with the multi-inking stamping technique to how to get thin delicate stamps to perfectly align with their coordinating dies....

We are sad to announce that Mindy has decided to step down from our Creative Team. We are go grateful for all the amazing inspiration that she has provided over the years. To say we will miss her is an understatement, but we are so fortunate to have had her with us on the team for as long as we did. Her card below is very fitting...

Hello there, Michelle here and today I have a card and video to share adding detail and decoration to balloons. I am using the Balloon Bunch Fancy Dies, which fill a card front perfectly, so make a big impact on the card! Here is the video showing how I made the card: (If you are having trouble viewing this video, please watch HERE on YouTube.) I...

Welcome back, creatives! This is Rachel Kleinman here to share some fun ways to mix and match your mixed media products when using your stencils. Today I'm using the brand new Sparkle Weave Stencil a few different ways on this fun birthday card. I started by using the Sparkle Weave Stencil as an embossing folder. I taped the stencil to Plum cardstock and ran it through my...

Hello! Jen Kotas here today. Ombré inks can step up any image or sentiment but have you tried using them on layering stamps? I pulled out a few ombré ink pads and the Color Layering Sunset Over Waves Bundle and started stamping.  Stamp the most solid ocean stamp from the Color Layering Sunset Over Waves Bundle using an ombré ink pad. I held the ink pad so...

Hi crafty friends! Natasha Polite here sharing a spring themed card that features texture created by embossing a stencil.  (If you are having trouble viewing this video, please watch HERE on YouTube.)   I created A2 card panels using Dove White cardstock. Using the Tulip Pattern Stencils and Reactive inks, I created an ombre of tulips which I die cut using the Tulip Pattern Cover Plate.  I then grabbed the third largest Square...

Hi there, crafty friends. It's Heather Ruwe here today and my card and video features how to create a shaker card using Hero Arts Infinity Dies.  You can watch the video below or HERE on the Hero Arts YouTube channel.  In the video, I use the Rounded Jewel Infinity Dies to cut frames that create a shaker. I also use the Clouds and Grass Scenic Stencil...

Hello and welcome! Seeka here and today I'm sharing a collection of cards featuring the new Color Layering Folk Art Stencils set. I had so much fun switching up the colors to get three completely different vibes! This stencil set includes three easy-to-layer stencils and each layer is numbered for easy reference. For my first variation, I used Orchid and Grape Juice inks for Layer 1. I used a...

Hi friends! Lydia here with a fun and simple way to custom dye your Hero Paste that will have you obsessing over custom color combos, I promise.  Hero has 57 Core Inkers for you to work with – so imagine how many unique combinations there are. Someone needs to do the math – but it is in the millions for sure.  I love to work...

Hola everyone! Thanks for stopping by! Pocono Pam here sharing a card showcasing the newly released Bird Family Fancy Dies. This charming die set features an adorable mother and baby bird duo, surrounded by blossoming flowers. For my card, I stenciled Artistic Peony onto a 4" x 5.25" Peony cardstock panel in Berry Smoothie and Taffy Reactive Inks. I then spritzed the panel with White...

Hello and welcome to our Awesome Add-ons feature for the month of April! Here's a look at all this month's new offerings with folk art flair – we think you'll find something fun for all sorts of occasions and projects! Shop for the April MMH add-ons here Today we have Kelly Rasmussen here to share some fabulous "beyond the kit" ideas for a few of the add-ons. Take it away, Kelly......

Welcome friends, Karen Brown here to share some bright fun cards using coloring layering stencils. Today, I used Hero Arts beautiful Mandala Flower Pattern stamp set and the coordinating Color Layering Mandala Flower Pattern Stencils. I am sharing a step-by-step visual tutorial in my video (below): If you are having trouble viewing this video, please watch HERE on YouTube. I was so inspired by this mandala that...

Welcome friends! This is Mindy and I'm so excited to share inspiration with you today featuring the new Color Layering Tulip Pattern Stencils from the Spring 2024 Catalog. I have created a how-to video for you showing exactly how these cards came together. (If you are having trouble viewing this video, please watch HERE on YouTube.) I thought it would be fun to use this stencil...

Our next LIVE Make-Along event is this weekend! Join Channin to make along with the January 2024 My Monthly Hero kit. Gather your supplies and create two cards with Channin from start to finish. 👉🏼 When: Sunday, February 11 at noon PT/3pm ET 👉🏼 Where: Hero Arts Facebook and YouTube In addition to the January Premium My Monthly Hero Kit, the following supplies will be used: MHP0124 My Monthly...

Our February My Monthly Hero release is about peace and friendship, reminding us that we all share the same sky, the same hopes and dreams. The Classic Kit features a 6" x 8" clear stamp set filled with beautiful serene floral images and sentiments that will expand your creative horizons. Also included are 17 coordinating dies and 4 tag Fancy Dies. The kit is rounded out with...

Hola everyone! Pocono Pam here! Hope you are having an amazing day! Today I am sharing a card I created using both the Golden Layering Golden Poppies Stencils and the Golden Poppies clear stamp set.  Though each set can be used independently, I wanted to showcase them together.  Creating my card was easy as each Hero Arts layering stencil has alignment markers for ease of use....

Hello! Jennifer Kotas here today and I’m sharing a card featuring the Large Sprinkled Dots Stencil and my favorite metallic spray, Ocean Blue and Gold Two-Tone Metallic Spray. 1. Stamp the Ode to Andy Warhol Bold Prints on a sheet of Luxe White Watercolor Paper using Deep Ocean Core ink. Use second generation stamping to make it lighter. Ink the stamp up, stamp on scrap paper then stamp on...

Hello crafty friends, it is Creative Team member Natasha Vacca on the blog and I am excited to be back today sharing an idea using the new Heart Burst Stencil with Two-Tone Metallic Sprays! So let's get started!   I started with a piece of Luxe White Watercolor Paper, the Heart Burst Stencil, and three colors of Hero Arts Two-Tone Sprays (Bright Yellow and Copper, Ocean...

January is here and it's time for our monthly Awesome Add-ons feature – let's spread some love! Have you had a chance to check out all of this month's new offerings? Capture the essence of love and friendship in every creation with these new add-on products. We're excited to share stamps, dies, and stencils that are designed to bring warmth and joy to your creations on Valentine's Day....and beyond!...

Hello friends!! It’s Channin here and in today’s video I’m creating two Valentines out of one blended panel featuring the color layering floral stencils from the new January My Monthly Hero Kit. Watch below or on the Hero Arts YouTube channel. To create this card I first ink-blended over a 8 1/2” x 5 1/2” panel of Dove White cardstock with the first stencil from the Color Layering...

Looking for a way to express love, friendship, and joy to your loved ones? Look no further than our January 2024 My Monthly Hero Kit! Let your imagination run wild with this generous Color Layering Stencil set, which provides countless possibilities and is enhanced with a coordinating heart window die. This flower-filled kit includes 5 Color Layering Stencils, Fancy Dies, a clear stamp message set,...

Hi crafty friends! It's Jeannie and today, I'm sharing a super easy card using a very simple stencil and stamp set.  To create this card, I started with the Mixed Frame Stencil on Deluxe Smooth White cardstock. I pulled out my Hero Tools Ink Blending Brushes along with Reactive Inks in Taffy and Blue Hawaii. I decided to ink blend diagonally alternating strips of color with...

Hello there, crafty friends. It’s Heather Ruwe here and I’m excited to share my first project as part of the Hero Arts Creative Team. I have two cards to share today featuring the Christmas Sentiment Strips stamp set. Here's a video sharing how to create these cards... If you are having trouble viewing this video, please watch HERE on YouTube. Both of these cards feature how...

Hi stampy friends! Lydia here. Before I start I wanted to say thanks to everyone who attended our recent Holiday Stamp-Along! Your cards were so beautiful and it was really fun hanging out with you! I'll see you at the next one in January.  Today I have a mixed media layering project for you that is ALL about the up-close experience that the person receiving...

Hey crafty friends! This is Mindy Eggen. One of the first things that drew me into paper crafting was being able to create my own home decor and Christmas cards. Today I'm sharing how I am using stencils and dies to create a custom home decor piece. (If you are having trouble viewing this video you can watch it HERE on our YouTube channel.) Everything...

Happy Wednesday! It's time to shine the spotlight on the new add-ons introduced this month! Have you had a chance to see all of the stamps, dies, stencils, and Hero Transfers we've released along with the November Classic and Premium Kits? Take a look below and begin imagining the creative cards, envelopes, tags, decor, and gifts you'll create during the holidays and winter! Look closely and...

Not surprisingly, some of the most popular images for holiday cards are ornaments. The new Ornament Fancy Dies set makes adding detailed, die-cut ornaments to your holiday cards and gift tags incredibly easy. This beautiful seven-piece die set can be used to make three different ornament shapes, with or without intricate designs. Today, I’m sharing a card featuring a trio of these stunning ornaments. To...

Good morning! Jess here with my last official blog post as a member of the Hero Arts Creative Team. It's been an amazing ride since 2016 and I'll always have a special place in my heart for Hero Arts! And I'm sure you'll see me around here and there! ;) But anyway, I'm finishing up my time here with a card featuring all my favorites: glitter,...

Good morning! Jess here with a simple wintery card featuring lots of ink blending and heat embossing! First I cut a panel of Lapis cardstock to 4.25" x 5.5". Then I blended Cornflower, Stone Wash, Nautical, and Pitch Black ink over the panel on a diagonal. I dry it with a heat gun and then temporarily tape the Swirling Stars Stencil over the panel. I press my Embossing &...

Hello and welcome to our Awesome Add-ons feature for the month of October! Here's a look at all this month's fabulous new offerings – just in time for holiday and winter crafting! Shop for the October MMH add-ons here Today we're delighted to have Creative Team member Jayne Nelson here to share some fabulous "beyond the kit" ideas for a few of the add-ons. Hi, I’m excited to share...