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Hero Arts MMH August 2023 Countdown

August 4, 2023

Hey everyone. Welcome to the Hero Arts MMH August 2023 countdown. This month’s kits will inspire you to get out and travel this summer. It’s full of beautiful images and dies along with coordinating sentiments.

Hero Arts MMH August 2023

Also this month you can really stretch your imagination with adding in some mix media elements to your card. For my card today I used the new Hero Arts Two-Tone Metallic Sprays with the Hero Arts Liquid Watercolors and Hero Arts Brass embossing powder.

I used to be very uncomfortable with mix media but now I feel like I can manage it.

My tip is to just not overthink it. Use products you are familiar with and take it from there. Then you can explore adding more products and techniques. See you back here on Monday for the full release. Take care!

43 Comments CATEGORIES // Hero Arts, Mix Media

Colorful and Simple Bookmarks

May 24, 2022

Hey everyone. I’m over on the Hero Arts blog sharing a set of bookmarks I made using products from the new mix media release.

 

The instructions and products I used will be linked over on the blog.

 

Come get creative with me. See you over there.

 

 

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Summer Mix Media Release Blog Hop

May 18, 2022

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.

 


 

 

46 Comments CATEGORIES // Blog Hop, Hero Arts, Mix Media

Mix Media Valentine Card – Valentine’s Day Card Series Day 2

January 18, 2022

Hey everyone. Welcome back to day two of the series. We are working on mix media valentine cards. Mix media really scares me for some reason, however in today’s tutorial I’m going to embrace it the best way I know how. Ink and water will do the trick. The term mix media is really just using different mediums to create something pretty. So that can be anything from ink to paint to glitter. As long as you have at least two different mediums, you have mix media. Really simple right.

I’m using Hero Arts Hero Hues today as I know they work well with water and create beautiful cards. As I was working on this card I really loved how I was able to create texture without using any thing more than the ink, water and a piece of acetate. I paired up the pretty background with a bold print stamp, a few dies and a simple sentiment.

 

Mix Media Valentine Cards

The soft color of the background works so well with the lines of the Hero Arts Chained Linked Fence Bold Print stamp. Also the Chain Link Fancy Die is the perfect addition to the card for a little bit of raised texture.

Adding a touch of silver to my card with silver matte cardstock for my lock from the Locks Fancy die set from Hero Arts as my center piece on my card. Pulling in all the ink colors for my sentiment keeps my color palette flowing.

I have a couple bonus cards for you as well to show you how else you can use the color palette. This simple colored gradient heart made from Hero Arts glitter cardstock, Hero Arts Infinity Hearts die and the same color inks I used for my background take on a totally different look.  Keeping the background simple with an embossing folder makes the heart stand out even more.

 

 

And why not use one more medium today. I pulled out my Copic markers to color in this adorable image from Woodware Craft Collection called Valentine Gnome. I have to say, I’m pretty smitten with this card. The Copic makers colors used are:

 

E11, E13
R32, R43
BG02, BG07
Rv13, RV21
Rv19, RV99
T3, T5, T7
Prismacolor Pencils for added depth

 

 

 

You can watch the tutorial here on my blog or over on my Youtube channel

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

Leave a Comment CATEGORIES // Card Series, Hero Arts, Mix Media, Tutorials, Valentine's Day

Sweet Sisters Flower Stencil

July 25, 2019

Hey everyone.  I’m a huge fan of Rita Barakat and all her mix media glory.  I have the pleasure of sharing a watercolored Sweet Sisters Flower stencil card with you today.  Now I will admit mix media scares me just a little as I’m never sure I’m doing it right however this stencil was so easy to use and the results are gorgeous every single time.  So let’s get started on the process of my card.

I started off with cold press watercolor paper and traced the Sweet Sisters Flower stencil image using a fine black multi-liner marker.  Once I had it traced I connected the line to create the full face for my card.  Now when you do this, it image really comes to life right before your eyes.  Therefore you can easily color the image with pencils, markers or like me watercolor.

The paints I used today I purchased off of Amazon a few months ago.  You can checkout the review here.  Creating this image I needed to start with the skin complexion and then move forward.  I mixed together a light and medium brown and added lots of water to get a lighter version I could do a color wash with.  Continuing to add layers by drying in between each coat, I achieved the complexion I wanted for this piece. Next I decided to add some blush to her checks in a light watered down red shade.  I heat set then before I moved one.

Rita Barakat Sweet Sisters Flower

It was now time to add the rest of her makeup by applying a light coral shade to her eyes,  a hot reddish pink to her lips and super long eyelashes. For her eyes I used several shades of brown as I truly believe our eyes are not just one color. Adding eyelashes with a multi-liner pen made them pop.  I also used the same pen to add hair like strokes in her eyebrows.

Her hair was the last part to complete along with the little flowers. I mixed together browns and reds to get a light burgundy color wash.  I laid down a quick wash of color and let it dry.  Next I came in with brown and light red streaks of color to add movement and dimension to her hair.  I kept the flowers simple in color so they would not compete with the over image of this girl.  The last step was to add some clear glaze over her eyes and lips. Staying with a simple sentiment was the perfect way to finish off this card.

Rita Barakat Sweet Sisters Flowers Stencil

Here is a closeup of the finished image and I must say I love how this card came out. Having completed this card I may have just conquered my fear of stepping into the mix media world after all.  I can’t wait to work with this Sweet Sisters Flower stencil again.

Rita Barakat Sweet Sisters Flower Stencil

Thanks for stopping by today everyone.  I’ll see you back here soon.  Don’t forget to swing by Rita’s Etsy store to pick up your Sweet Sisters Flower stencil and mix media products for your next piece of art.

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Hey, crafty friends! I’m joining a fun @altenewl Hey, crafty friends! I’m joining a fun @altenewllc  x @honeybeestamps  collaboration Instagram Hop today to celebrate the crafter’s must-have stamping tool, Stampwheel. Feel free to start the hop over at @altenewllc! 

You should have arrived here from @marisealark IG. Wasn't her project stunning? For my card, I used the @honeybeestamps Merry Little Mice stamp set. By using the @altenewllc Stampwheel I was able to have my little mouse surrounded by colorful presents! It looks like he could be juggling a few.  THe sentiment is from the @altenewllc Blessings Stamp Set. The color palette for my card was created by using several Altenew alcohol makers. If you are interested in the colors I used, let me know. 

There will be $300 in total prizes! To celebrate this collaboration, @altenewllc  is giving away THREE $25 gift certificates, and @honeybeestamps  is giving away THREE $50 gift certificates! For a chance to win, please follow @altenewllc, @HoneyBeeStamps, and @mzdanajoy and leave a comment by 9/27/2023. Seven random winners will be announced on the @altenewllc Instagram feed on 09/29/2023. 

What are you waiting for? Gorgeous project inspiration and fun prizes await you! Head over to your NEXT STOP: @c.ann.h Have a great day everyone and good luck!
Hey everyone. Who’s ready for some evening inspi Hey everyone. Who’s ready for some evening inspiration? The amazing @mrjefflindberg is our @heroarts CommUNITY guest for this month. I have the pleasure of knowing Jeff as a friend and he’s the most kind and caring person I know. His talent is endless and his positivity is infectious!! 

Please visit the Hero Arts blog to read his amazing story and to see more photos of his fantastic card set. @mrjefflindberg PLEASE keep inspiring us to be great crafters and even better humans. ❤️. #heroarts #heroartsunitycollection #heroartscommunity #cardmakers #cardmakersofinstagram
Good morning everyone and happy Monday. Today @alt Good morning everyone and happy Monday. Today @altenewllc is having a video hope for there are September 2023 Marvelous Monthly Series Release. There are so many talented people along for this video hop. 

So make sure to head on over to my YouTube channel to see how I created this card using the new Dynamic Duo Wildflower Bouquet Stencil. Make sure to leave a comment in the video section for your chance to win one of the $50 gift certificates.

 #altenew #altenewllc #altenewgiveaway #cardmaking #cardmakersofyoutube #cardtutorial
Who doesn't love an adorable mushroom stamp set? T Who doesn't love an adorable mushroom stamp set? The Hero Arts Hello Fungi stamp set is perfect for stepping into your fall card. With the beautiful line art of this stamp set, you can easily color this with your Copic markers or do what I did, and color it with your color pencils. I think this stamp said would be beautiful stamped in gold on black cardstock.

For all the details, head on over to my blog (link in bio) to see what products I used to create this card. Even with temperatures still in the 90's here in Florida, I can still dream of fall weather. LOL

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Happy Wednesday everyone. I'm on the @heroarts blo Happy Wednesday everyone. I'm on the @heroarts blog today sharing this beauty. Need to add sparkle to your background and emboss? Head on over to the Hero Arts blog and I'll tell you how. 

It's a great way to jazz up your backgrounds with very little effort. I really wish the photos would do this card justice. It's so sparkly IRL. See you on the blog.

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When your 🌈 ❤️ discovers bargello needlepoi When your 🌈 ❤️ discovers bargello needlepoint, you order from @hellobargello and make pretty things. 

This super easy stitching can make so many things!! These will be sitting in my craft room with plants inside hopefully. Or I will use one to hold my craft candy. 🤪

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Happy Monday everyone. How adorable is the Happy G Happy Monday everyone. How adorable is the Happy Gnomes stamp bundle from @heroarts? Oh my goodness, I'm in love with them. I have all the details on my blog for you to create this card. #heroartsstamps #cardmakingismysuperpower 

Remember, pull out your older supplies and pair them up with new ones. The stencil used for this card I've had in my stash for some time. The link to the blog post and all the information is list above in my bio. Happy crafting,.
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Fall is in the air and the new @heroarts My Monthl Fall is in the air and the new @heroarts My Monthly Hero Kits for September are available. 

My card is featuring the CLASSIC kit! I’m in love with the layering stencil and coordinating fancy die! They work so well together.

The colors this month are leading us right into the cooler season. I added just a pop of blue to make the colors really shine. Head on over to the blog for the blog hop. And for the tutorial, it’s ready for you on YouTube. Have an awesome Tuesday everyone.

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