Hero Arts: April My Monthly Hero, GIVEAWAY + VIDEO

Hi stampers!

Welcome to the April My Monthly Hero release blog hop. This is yet another kit you don't want to miss!!!
This month's kit focuses on Australia. Over the past year, our hearts were heavy as we watched from far away Australia suffering from devastating bushfires. With Australia on the Hero Arts's designers minds they designed this month's release, paying homage to the fascinating animals, the gorgeous flowers and the beautiful landscape of the land Down Under. As this kit is released, our hearts are now heavy for a new reason. But we are all excited to take you to a crafty escape to Australia, as we celebrate this amazing country!
For my card using the main kit today I created a night scene doing some stencil masking technique.
Watch the video below to see how this card came to be (or click HERE)





Kit Contents:


6" x 8" Clear Stamp Set
31 Coordinating Frame Cuts
5.25" x 6.5" Sunset Stencil
Intense Black Ink Pad
2 5.5" x 8.5" Cherry Wood Sheets
3 5.5" x 8.5" Adhesive-backed Birch Wood Sheets


Kit Value: $80
Kit Cost: $34.99
For my second card I used the add on set and coordinating dies Beach HeroScapes 
I stamped the water using Pool Party and Blue Raspberry Reactive inks onto Dove White cardstock and die cut. I cut coordinating height piece of Dove White card stock and covered it with embossing ink, then embossed with Sand embossing powder and heat set. I adhered them together.
Stamped the rocks in Soft Brown and Cup O'Joe and die cut. Ink blended the sky using Summer Sky and Butter Bar inks and assembled my card. Watch the video below to see how thing card came to be (or click HERE)




Giveaway:
Hero Arts is giving away one $50 gift card a prize to one blog reader - selected from the comments across all of the blogs in the hop. The giveaway closes Sunday, April 12th at 11:59pm, and the winner will be announced the following week on the Hero Arts blog.




Kit availability and shipping:

The main kit is available for a limited time only - once it's gone, it's gone. PLEASE NOTE: Hero Arts will begin shipping the kit on April 20th (estimate) and will continue throughout the next week.


Blog Hop - visit amazing artist below for more inspiration!
Ilina Crouse - you are HERE

Comments

Sandy Small said…
Lovely card! I like the colors and how you used the stencil from the kit in several ways. Your video with the explanation of each process and what you are doing is very helpful. Thanks for sharing!
Vicki Sopcak said…

Your cards and this release are amazing. Great job!
Wow, the purple and pink background is awesome. I absolutely love the sandscape and tan with blue. Great texture. TFS! Go HA!
Sarita said…
Your cards are awesome! I especially love the second one cant wait for the video.
Both cards make you feel as if you are right there. The backgrounds are just perfect.
Beautiful! Love your second card the most
KimK said…
I can't wait to use the sand embossing powder like you did. Thanks!
Sweet Sarah said…
That sand and water looks so realistic. Great cards!
Sandy M said…
Two beautiful cards. The video makes it look so simple. The shore card is so pretty.
Jodi Warren said…
Love the second card. That is a terrific card and love the sand. The rocks are wonderful as well and I can't wait to get my order. Patience is a virtue right now.
Kailash said…
Such a realistic looking scene, beautifully done!
Nancy Pearce said…
The sand looks real. As always, you have given me great ideas. You have so much talent.
Love your use of the add ons. Thanks for the inspiration!
Leanne in Cali said…
Great cards and thank you for sharing your video showing how you made your beautiful background! Looks like another amazing release from Hero Arts!!
MadeByMeghanK said…
OMG! Your skies and water are awesome! I LOVE how you did sand and sea!
Ms. Tamp said…
Good video showing the card make. Looking forward to the beach scene card video.
cghundley said…
Beautiful cards! I
love all that purple
on the first one.
Carla from Utah
Carol Wortman said…
Oh my goodness .This kit is fabulous! I love the shoreline so much! All those sweet animals! Really pretty cards, dont know how you decided what to use...so many choices! Please stay safe and healthy!
Joanne Hoffmann said…
Two beautiful and different cards! Your ink blending is amazing and the shoreline card is so vibrant and fun...lovely cards!
Your colour choice is stunning 😍 love the purples and pinks in the first card!
Thank you so much for the amazing inspiration ❤️
Golda said…
These are gorgeous cards! Love the bright colors on the first and the relaxing scene of the second.
Diane said…
WOW! These are absolutely beautiful! Makes me need the beach! Thanks for sharing your creativity!
Vivian Swain said…
I love the Beach scene card. I live in Florida and it reminds me of what I am missing. Thanks for sharing and keep safe.
sharon g said…
Your colors are amazing! Now I want to go to Australia even more...
Cyndi said…
Gorgeous cards. The backgrouind on the first one is absolutely beautiful and the second one is, well, amazing.
Sidelle Menon said…
Lovely projects!The colors pop out so well!
Dana M said…
Wow, amazing scenes! Fabulous cards with vibrant and happy colors, love the touch of sparkle.
Talitha said…
Your cards are amazing--as always! I just can't choose a favorite. They are both wonderful.
Kristina "Tina" said…
Fun cards! Love this set!!
Amy C. said…
Beautiful work! I love all the shades of purple.
Megan J said…
Hi Ilina, a sweet set of Australian cards, love the sunset with the dolphin leaping. Thank you for the inspiration and chance to win.. Megan
Nana Griffin said…
Very nicely done. Love the beach scene.
Gail Spresser said…
Very pretty cards and the colors are gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.
Brenda M said…
I love your cards and this stencil is definitely calling my name!
Sue D said…
Beautiful colors on both and love the beach scene.
Amber Jean said…
Wow! The beach card is so realistic. I really like the embossed sand.
Stacey Kowbel said…
Fabulous cards. I love your stenciling and the love the beach scene with the add-ons!
Love that beach scene! Amazing!
KatieAnn Marie said…
The colors are fantastic on your cards
Jody V said…
Love your cards. Love the colours. Thanks for sharing.
Nancy T. said…
These cards are stunning.
Judy Rozema said…
Both are simply stunning. The colors in the first are fabulous, and I love your water and sand in the beach scene.
Mary Holshouser said…
Fantastic cards.
Love the mix of colors in the
first. thanks for sharing
Kris in Alaska said…
I just love your blending tutorials!
Lagene said…
Awesome creations! I especially love the jumping porpus.
Connie said…
Wowza Ilina :) Your cards are amazing! Thanks for the inspiration :)
Denise Bryant said…
Gorgeous cards! Love these beautiful ocean scenes! Reminds me of my brother, who loved the sea!