Welcome to the Hero Arts Summer Mix Media Release Blog Hop. You should have arrived here from Channin’s blog. Hero Arts has branched out into the mix media world and I am here for it. The creative team has done a fantastic job showcasing the new products for the new catalog. Let’s get hopping shall we?
My first project I have tile I made using the new Abstract Expressionist Bold Print. I stamped the tile with Hero Arts Watermark and Embossing Ink and then heat set it with Hero Arts Gold Embossing Powder. (Make sure to treat the tile first with anti-static powder). Once the heat embossing was complete, I used several colors of alcohol ink to fill in some of the areas of the design. Now it was time to seal the tile.
Deciding how to seal the tile was a little tricky. My first try I used a clear spray sealant however it started to eat away at the embossing powder. So instead of using a clear spray sealant, I used a pouring medium instead. Make sure to allow the first layer of sealant to completely dry before you add a second layer if you need to. Once the sealant was dried, I added a cork backing to make sure the tile back was covered to prevent scratching any surface.
My next project is featuring the new Hero Art Picasso Inspired Stencil. As you can tell by these projects I’m channeling my inner bold graphic designer. Starting off with Dove White Cardstock, I adhered the stencil to the cardstock and ink blending on Hero Arts Red Royal and Navy inks using Hero Arts Blending Brushes making sure to leave a gap between the colors to maintain a white area. After ink blending, I removed the stencil and die cut the Happy from the Happy Thanks Stamp and Cut XL.
I also die cut the happy several times from Hero Arts Cherry Cardstock so I could add dimension to the sentiment once I glued it back in place. Using the Hero Arts Months ad Day stamp set, I stamped out the sub-sentiment for the July 4th on Cherry and Nautical cardstock using embossing ink and white embossing powder. What a way to bring in Independence Day with a great card. A small addition of red and blue sequin and a little rounding off of the panel finished off this card nicely.
Last but not least, I create a card using the new Flower Circle Stencil. To create a pretty backdrop for the stencil, I first watercolored a panel of Hero Arts Luxe White Watercolor paper using Hero Arts Liquid Watercolors in Artprint Brown, Cocoa, Terracotta, Coffee and Pink. By mixing the colors I was able to create this beautiful wash of color by adding just a touch of satin white acrylic paint to the mix.
Next I embossed the flower circle stencil in gold embossing powder. For the sentiment in the middle of the circle, I used a sentiment from the Art Journal Messages stamp set and heat embossed it in white embossing powder. To embellish the card, I used the Critters and Silhouette stamp set to create a pretty little butterfly embossed in gold and white embossing powder.
Hoping I really inspired you today using the new products from the Summer Mix Media release. Next up on the hop is Daniel. Thanks for stopping by today. Have a wonderful day and I’ll see you back here soon.
![Hello everyone. I hope you are having a wonderful Thursday. Unfortunately I will not be able to complete my holiday card series this year. The strain of sitting in my craft room for long periods of time is causing my back to endure more pain. In August I had my second back surgery in 18 months and was hopeful that my back pain would be resolved. My healing process has been a LOT SLOWER than I had anticipated and while trying to rush back to crafting, I am not doing my body any good.
With that being said, I am trying to keep my spirits positive and create the best I can right now. That means limiting my time in my room and resting my body. On top of everything I ended up with Covid a month ago and I still have lingering side effects. However I have a strong faith and I know this is just a hiccup in the road of life. Things will be better, my body will heal and I will be refreshed to return to the crafting I have loved for over 20 years. Feel free to catch up on my precious holiday card series in my playlist to keep you going on your holiday cards. Link In bio.
I wish each and every one of you a Merry Christmas, Happy Holiday and let's bring in the New Year healthy! Until then, stay safe and I'll see you back here soon!
P.S. I did try Amber's @ [17841400753513434:@damasklove] felt holiday wreath while sitting on the couch. Oh SOOO cozy!
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Wonderful artsy look & variety.
Melissa
“Sunshine HoneyBee”
These are great! That first one is such a cool, striking design! I love it!
Great projects! They really catch your eye. Fun idea to make a tile!
My favorite is the first project, but I like all of them.
Thanks for the inspiration!
The first one looks like it belongs on a wall at MOMA. Very cool how you used gold, and then colors.
So beautiful!!! The tile is gorgeous!
What fun and funky designs! I LOVE the gold embossed DREAM one!
LOVE THEM ALL
Clever projects! I have loads of epoxy resin..I wonder if that would work for the tile? TFS the inspiration.
Fantastic projects, I love the colors and style on the tile.
I love the style and use of color in these three pieces! Thanks for sharing your talent with us!
Creative projects. I need to get that abstract stamp. Thanks for the inspiration.
Love, love the tile and your cards.
Great projects ! Certainly an imagination stimulus!
Terrific projects! Love the variety. So artistic!
Love this tile. I have never thought to stamp and emboss on it. Thank you for sharing your ideas. I will have to try that.
I’ve wondered the best way to seal some projects – thanks for that info as well as the beautiful inspiration.
Beautiful projects!! I especially love the card created with the Flower Circle Stencil–the soft wash is a perfect background for the gold embossing!!
The coaster is so beautiful!
Beautiful projects! The coasters are fantastic!
I love the card with all the gold!
Fabulous cards and love how you created the coaster.
I love your projects, they are inspiration over and over again. Thanks!
Such lovely project! I love all the gold!
Wonderful projects! Love the coaster and the watercolor-washed card (stunning ombre look.)
What a treat to see all of the creative DT mixed media projects, and that tile piece is so beautiful. Thanks for the tips on sealing it.
Striking modern design
All the projects are great. The tile is vey cool!
Beautiful projects Dana. I like how the butterfly is partially gold dusted in transition.
Lovely creations! Mixed Media just makes my heart happy! So glad to see it coming more into the card making arena!
Fantastic projects! I really love your tile!
Beautiful creations! Mixed Media just makes my heart happy! So glad to see it coming more into the card making arena!
Fantastic. The first two are so colorful
and busy – love them. The last is more
subdued but pretty too. thanks for
sharing. txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com
Such gorgeous projects. Everything was so colorful. Love the coaster ❤️
Thanks for sharing.
Great colorful projects! Love the tile! Thanks for sharing.
I never would’ve thought to use the Picasso stencil for a 4th of July card, but you made it work!
Mixed Media just makes my heart happy! So glad to see it coming more into the card making arena!
The coasters are beautiful! I’ll have to try the pouring medium.
I love that tile! What a great idea. The alcohol ink looks really cool on it. Your cards are very pretty too.
Oh Dana, the soft color on the the tulip stencil card is beautiful. I love it!
That tile is so clever!
These projects are fabulous! The tile is a fantastic idea, and I LOVE both of your cards!
Dear Dana
The combination of beautiful stamping and inks, spectacular design, and texture make these mixed media pieces real stand-outs! tks for the inspiration. tc stgay safe
I love your artwork, Dana. BEAUTIFUL
That tile is very cool! The tile and the 4th card are so creative.