1/13/12

Hero Arts 2012 Catalog Blog Hop!



Welcome to the final day of the Hero Arts 2012 Catalog Blog Hop!

You should have hopped your way here from Tracy Kuzniak's blog.

All the Hero Arts Hostess alumnis have come together again to showcase the brand new 2012 stamps!

Hero Arts will be awarding prizes from randomly drawn comments. For a chance to win, simply comment on ANY of the stops along the hop on ANY day, including each day’s starting post at the Hero Club Blog. The more comments you leave, the better your chance of winning! If you find a broken link, you'll find a master list of the hop links at the Hero Club Blog. Also, please report broken links to Tami.


Here's my first card. Love that girl with the stack of presents. This is my favorite stamp in the entire catalog. The image can be used for so many different occasions. Birthday? Wedding? Bridal shower? Baby shower? Basically, anything festive! I chose to leave it sentiment-less just so I have it on hand for the next occasion -- whatever it may be! And that chevron background stamp is a must-have! Quick and easy and adds a modern touch to the card. The girl is colored in with Copic markers.



Stamps: (Zig Zag CG422, For You Gifts G5596) Hero Arts


For the second card, I decided to go CAS, with a little touch of detail. I pulled out my all-time favorite sentiment stamps from Hero Arts for this. I used Prismacolor pencils to color the flower in. Also, it's hard to tell from the photo but it sparkles a bit. I diluted a dab of shimmery Luminarte paint with water and just lightly painted on top of the colored image. It gives off a subtle, pretty sheen.



Stamps: (Fleurettes K5597, Thoughtful Messages CL184) Hero Arts


Alright, that wraps it up from me. I had a lot of fun with these new stamps. Beautiful and versatile images that can be used over and over again for many occasions!

So, are you ready for one more? The last and final stop of the hop is Jenny Suchin!



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Jaclyn Miller said...

WOW! I love how the color just pops off the paper in that first card. You've really let that image shine.

Jacqueline said...

Your CAS card is beautiful!

Scrapthat said...

very pretty! TFS

Sarah J. Moerman said...

GORGEOUS cards, Kryssi! Your coloring is AMAZING!

Suzanne C said...

Love the fleurettes on the kraft. Gorgeous! The sweet girl over the chevron. Beautiful!

Nancy said...

Two amazing cards! So elegant!

Annette said...

wow I love your amazing creativity...these cards are beautiful...thanks for sharing.

Heather Maria said...

Wonderful card, Kryssi! Fab colouring on the first card and the image is so pretty and striking against the zig zag bg! Gorgeous soft colouring and design on the second card!

Mary-Anne V said...

Love the big flower and esp. the sentiment... thanks for the chance to win.

Miriam Prantner said...

These are so pretty, my favorite is that first, I love the bright colors you used against the zig zag background. really stands out!

Helene said...

Beautiful card, I love the first one, the zig zag backgroung is so great!

Lin said...

Beautifully done, Kryssi! Love the flower card especially!

KalySto said...

So lovely and elegant!

MicheyMoo said...

That chevron stripe really does lend itself to making the perfect background for this wee gift-bearer. Gorgeous colouring too. Love them both. xx

Deborah said...

I love both these cards, and your coloring is perfection!

Jennie said...

Sweet cards and love the zig zag background stamp! Nice CAS design on your floral card.

Danielle said...

Love your CAS style! Great cards

Dwita said...

Beautiful creations, Kryssi...

judy said...

I love the CAS floral card--just beautiful!

Pammejo said...

Love, love your cards, they are so sweet. TFS pammejo1@yahoo.com

gberry14 said...

Beautiful cards! Love your elegant style!-Leesa Berry

sheila said...

LOVE both of these! I just adore that little girl and can't wait to use that stamp and the flowers are just gorg on the kraft!

Melinda Abrahamson said...

The chevron background stamp is my new obsession. I love how you have used it in the gray. So clean and simple!

Vera W. Yates (Ling) said...

Kryssi, both cards are fab, but that first one... LOVE!! You're the queen of CAS. :)

Lysa said...

LOVE these! That chevron background is my favorite- I gotta have it!

Bianca van Noort said...

Beautiful creations. Love the flower Card especially
Thanks for sharing

adele holcomb said...

Love the simplicity of these lovely cards!

Trudi said...

They're both simple & beautiful. I'm thinking I may have to get that for you gifts stamp.

Megan Aaron said...

gorgeous! love the bright colors on the first one!

Scrappin' With Kimmy said...

Stunning!! I absolutely LOVE what you did with the flower card and just adore the card with the girl! TFS

Cindy said...

I haven't seen that cute girl holding the presents yet! You're right though, way awesome!

Lisa K said...

These cards are beautiful. I love the little girl. But the flower one is my favorite of the two. Thanks for sharing your talent.

Debstamps said...

Fun projects! I agree that the new girl can be used for all occasions! Simple and easy too! Love the new botanicals and I I'm with you on those sentiments! :)

Cardcrafter said...

Very nice work! Thanks! BTW, what is CAS?

donna mikasa said...

I couldn't wait to see your CAS cards! Awesome cards, Kryssi!

AnitaRex said...

Hi Kryssi! :> Love your cards today! You've made me realize the versatility to the girl with presents stamp! I never would have though of how useful she is! Now I want her too! Love your flower card so CAS yet it stands out!

Barb said...

Love 'em both, Kryssi! The girl with presents really is a cute stamp, and you've colored her beautifully! LOVE your pretty pink Fleurettes too! Wonderful work today! :)

Beastybunny said...

The cards are fabulous! I love the clean and simple designs. The lady with the packages is quickly becoming a favorite! Good for multiple occasions but with fun and flair! Great job!

Cindy said...

So simple yet so Lovely!

Marina said...

Gotta love the simplicity of your cards. The first one is my favorite. Colors are great!

Kryssi said...

CAS = Clean And Simple. :)

veronica said...

love the clean look. the chevron pattern on the first is a terrific background.

Theresa said...

Great cards, Kryssi! I hardly noticed that girl with the presents stamp when I looked through the catalog. But, you've really made it stand out!

Gilda said...

Lovely cards, great clean and simple designs!

Hannah. F said...

Card 2 is absolutely Beautiful and its so simple!
Thanks for sharing!

Ellie said...

Card no 2 is stunning, that flower is on my TO BUY list alrady!

Deirdre said...

Oh wow Kryssi... love them both - both so different yet absolute stunners. TFS.

marla said...

Super cute cards. Love the girl with presents

Kelly Booth said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE...your Work is Always top notch!! xoxoxo!!

Virginia L. said...

BOTH cards are chic and gorgeous!! I just love how you used the stamps! Always creative and fun, Kryssi!

inkytoes said...

from cute to sedate. great combo of cards. like them both.

Angel Estes said...

Just beautiful! Thanks for the rich inspiration!

Barbara Howell said...

Beautiful cards today. I love the Chevron background and it seems so versatile.

Susan said...

I love your card samples! The chevron card is cute and the flower card is beautiful! Thanks for sharing your ideas!

Jennifer said...

Both so different, and both so striking - great cards! I love the flowers on the kraft, beautiful coloring.

Amanda said...

I just ordered the zig zag stamp. I can't wait to get crafting with it! Beautiful cards!

מימס mimms said...

Great cards
love your copic coloring
thank you for the inspiration! :o))

diana said...

Great cards! Thanks for the ideas & inspiration! ;-)

Lynn said...

I love anything with flowers and that card is simply stunning.

~ Demae ~ said...

fun card!!! and the coloring is awesome! Thanks

PiecesByEmily said...

I love both of your cards, Kryssi. The chevron bg card is STUNNING.

Kathy Eddy said...

Awesome cards. Love the hop!

valeriemolinier said...

Thanks for all your inspiration !!!

Dotukas said...

Beautiful cards! I like especially the second on - color pencils are great in kraft! Thanks for the inspiration!

Sue D said...

Great cards--I like the chevron background on the first and the pretty coloring on the flowers on the second.

Irene said...

Beautiful cards!!! You really showcased these wonderful new stamps!!!

Marissa said...

The chevron background is really fun, and I also like the colors you've chosen on the Kraft card. Thanks!

RachelB said...

Beautiful cards!

Judy1223 said...

Kryssi, your cards are fabulous! I, like you, adore that girl with presents stamp and see SO many possibilities for it! Your coloring is amazing...on both cards!

Yogi said...

beautiful. Love t he chick with the gifts image - fun. the flowers are really pretty too.

Barb Ghig said...

Love your cards!

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful creations with us, and for a chance to win some HA goodies!

SannaS said...

wow....gorgeous cards!!! =)
hugs, SannaS

Heather T said...

I LOVE the birthday presents card! Absolutely beautiful!

cardsbymo said...

I love the zig zag background on your first card. And the image made me laugh out loud!

Scrapycandy said...

Thank you! You have so many great ideas on your blog. So fun!

arlsmom aka Lynda said...

Awesome cards!!! Love the craft one especially!

Suzan D said...

Simply elegant. Great job.

Tiffany said...

Beautiful simplicity and elegance all in one on your second card. I really love the coloring of the girl with the presents on your first card!

Rachel said...

Your coloring is amazing! Love the clean beauty of your cards!! :)

Karina Beck said...

SO Cas and lovely TFS!

Cathy A said...

Gorgeous cards Kryssi, the first one does have a modern feel with the girl and presses, and I have to agree with you I have used that same sentiment set so much, it looks great with the flower

Unknown said...

you are right- the girl with gifts is adorable! and I love your CAS card too!
Thank you
Holly

Michelle said...

Kryssi these are AMAZING!! I am so in love with that first card!! I must get that present lady stamp now!!! :)

Katie said...

So much fun, simple and sweet. Very nice.

Tina said...

Love them both. Present lady is so great on that BG and love the elegance of the second one.

Arlene said...

I love the little girl with presents - so bright and sassy against the chevron background - you're so right - modern feel to the card.

The flowers are beautiful - a romantic card, really nice for any occasion.

Leni said...

Very beautiful cards! Love the style of the first card!

Jean Lindsay said...

Thanks for sharing Kryssi! I love the simplicity of your last card - lovely colors, very direct!

Mel said...

Love both of these cards, so very different from each other, but still both are stunning!

GrammaSue said...

These are nice. I especially like the last one. Thanks for the ideas.

brenda said...

Thanks for sharing your cards, I really love the last one!

small t said...

Cute cards! xx

Jennie P. said...

I love the girl with the presents too! Very cute.

conil said...

OKAY, this hop just keeps getting better and better. Love the simplicity of your cards and your use of negative space. Just plain terrific.

Melissa said...

Oh I love the girl holding the presents!!! It is so cute!!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

Robin said...

Your cards are wonderful, so elegant! Thanks for the inspiration!!

Sandy G said...

Two very different cards, really like the bright colours of the first and the subtle and vintage feel of the second.

Nancy said...

I LOVE your style, Kryssi, always have! These 2 cards confirm why, they are gorgeous and so thoughtfully designed. I just adore the girl image with the chevron background, that is just simply genius! It also takes some real skill to pull off a simple floral image and sentiment and you did it brilliantly! Kudos to you, my hostess sis.

creative-leeyours said...

Absolutely LOVE your second card! It's gorgeous. Also love the bright colors on your first card...the little girl is super cute!

Dana D. said...

Terrific cards. Love the colors and the details

GrammySue's Creations said...

Your cards are beautiful--love the card with the roses. Very Creative work.

Yvette said...

Wow ... these cards are so beautiful!

Chunyuan said...

gorgeous cards. love the color on both cards.

Katie said...

Oohh love both cards, the background behind the girl is fabulous! And I love how you colored the flower on kraft! Great job! Thanks for sharing.

Katie B.

Karen said...

Great cards, the first one is the cutest. The second card is so different and elegant. Thanks for sharing.

Juut said...

Your cards are gorgeous.

Jnett said...

Nicely done on the cards. That little gal is pretty cute.

Мария Доричева Maria Doricheva said...

Kryssi, your cards are always high style and unique! Great job!

Karen L said...

Such a fun card with the girl and presents!!! She just pops out at you! Love your style!

Marilyn C. said...

love both cards - the second one is so simple yet elegant

denise said...

aww, your for you presents girl card is so sweet! what a great stamp!

Grá said...

Lovely cards. Your right the chevron background is a must :)

Chris D. said...

These cards are incredible! Thanks for sharing!

Dee in N.H. said...

OH my!! these are both gorgeous!! I just love that zig-zag and it goes perfect like you said, for any occasion! I'm on a huge Kraft kick lately and I just adore the way you colored that flower image!

Isha said...

Lovely cards Kryssi. I like the coloring on Kraft...my favorite technique too:) TFS

margaretart said...

Love your cards! Each so delightful and so different from each other. Beautiful and creative!

margaretart said...

Love your cards! Each so delightful and so different from each other. Beautiful and creative!

Mom to Deanna said...

Thanks for sharing your cards, liked both of them.

PaperSunshine said...

Wow here is another great example of CAS cards that look great! That takes talent :)

Karen said...

Oh these are both gorgeous! I can't wait to get that chevron stamp and the second one has such a wonderfully crisp feeling, I just Love it!

JMcKnite said...

Very cute cards. Like the simplicity of them.

Beth Buss said...

Kryssi,
Have to get that zigzag stamp. I love what you did with this card.
Thanks.....

Sandra said...

Cute cards!

cardcreationsnz said...

Such wonderful cards. I love that zigzag background stamp I am looking forward to using it when it arrives. I love the way you have used it with the silver ink. It looks great with the girl holding the presents and the colours you used there. The second CAS one is a lovely card too.

judkajudi said...

Your coloring is absolutely amazing! Love both of your cards; different styles, both stunning! So glad your commenting section is fixed! It's been fun hopping and we need to keep in touch! Hugs, Judy

Crafting Butterfly Creations said...

Adorable

Teresa Godines #6857 said...

Beautifully done. Thanks for sharing and giving me some wonderful ideas.

Lauren J said...

i love the girl with the presents stamp too! beautiful cards!

Lisa's Creative Niche said...

Wow, these are stunning! i love how different each card is, thank you so much for your inspiration!
Lisa

Kathy Rosecrans said...

Lovely cards!!

VikkiCH said...

sweet! your a great colorer!

Lisa said...

Love these perfect CAS cards Kryssi! Especially the kraft card- gorgeous with the subtle coloring!

Stephanie Y. said...

These two cards are great! Love the chevron background of the first and beautiful coloring on kraft of the second!

Lindsey said...

Love these cards, especially your oh-so-pretty kraft CAS beauty!

Nikki said...

Sweet Cards love the kraft one :)

Sharon D from Canada said...

Great cards, Kryssi! I love the pop of colouring on the first - so festive! And the flowers on your second card are so pretty! Your colouring is beautiful!

Beverly said...

loved your cards! just beautiful!

Julie R. said...

Love the zigzag and colors in your first card!

Diana N. said...

Great Cards.

Marsha said...

What great card. Like them both.

cheiron said...

Love the cards! Just gorgeous coloring.

Paper Therapy Ponderings said...

beautiufl - great idea to add the paint on top of the colored pencil

Barb Housner

Betty said...

the coloring on the flower card is gorgeous!

Linda W. (ScrappinBari) said...

Love your cards, Kryssi - you color soooo beautifully! Especially love how you did the girl with gifts! Thanks for the inspiration!!

Shelley said...

Wondeful!

Emily H said...

I really like your cards! They seem to look similar to the kind of cards I make!

Cathy said...

Great work! Thanks for sharing! Cathy M.

Dawn said...

wow Kryssi. I love your second card. So stunning. Thanks for being part of an awesome hop

Froggietalks said...

I love the CAS card. It's so elegant.

Emma said...

Amazing! There both so cute and colorful. You did fantastic coloring!

Pam W Merwin said...

Love your cards! Think that zig zag stamp is going to be a favorite of mine - thanks for all the inspirations :)

Tona said...

Pretty cards!

pcm said...

Love the CAS kraft card! I'm kinda hooked on kraft right now!

Carey said...

The coloring on the flower card is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing.

RenegadeMama said...

great cards, i especially like cards using kraft paper.
thanx for sharing
gail w gwallenm@wildblue.net

pta4him said...

Love your work. Thanks for sharing

Amanda said...

Wonderful cards! Thanx so much! ~prhmangel at gmail dot com

Denise Bryant said...

I love your cards! That zigzag stamp is fabulous! Your coloring on the little girl and presents is terrific!
DeniseB

~Yali said...

wow. nice coloring indeed!!!

Luanne said...

very sweet cards! love the simple deisgns

SherylH said...

Love the bright gift card but the flower on kraft card is fantastic.

Judith said...

The fleurettes stamp looks like a must-have. And i love the idea of topping it with some Lumiere paint for shimmer. I'm stealing that idea! TFS

Karen K. said...

love your cards. I like the girl carrying presents stamp too!

Barb said...

beautiful cards Kryssi! i love the second card best...it's so beautiful! :)

sarah said...

The present girl is amazing. I love the versatility of that stamp! Simple yet very elegent!

Kathy said...

Beautiful and inventive cards!

Dixie Cochran said...

Your cards are stunning! I like the idea of leaving the card with the presents "sentimentless." Thanks!

cindy said...

Beautiful cards.

Ujjwal said...

Beautiful cards! I love CAS and yours are just perfect. In love with the chevron background!

Lisa Carroll said...

Stunning cards, as always, Kryssi! I've always been a huge fan of your style. :) I love how well the zig-zag and girl with gifts image go together.. that is brilliant! And anything on kraft gets my vote. :)

Rita Kegg said...

Beautiful card samples ... thanks for sharing

EmbossingQueen said...

Your colouring on the first card is amazing and you are right that stamp would be perfect for so many different occasions. Love the CAS style of the second card also. Thanks for sharing.

Larissa Heskett said...

I LOVE the pops of color that you add to your cards!! THANKS for sharing them all and have a FABULOUS WEEKEND!! =)

Diana said...

Lovely cards, I really like the simplicity of the Enjoy every moment card.

Glenda J said...

Fabulous cards! Love the pop of colour on the chevrons.

Flo - Sweetideas said...

The girl with the presents on the zig zag background is super cute. Thanks.

Lynn said...

Fantastic colouring. I love painting shimmer over images for that extra zing too.

Darcy said...

I love the chevron background with the girl with the presents. Totally rocks!

ivy said...

great cards kryssi!

mendy chan said...

Love your cards. They are simple but really beautiful.

Kris said...

I love your simple yet lovely designs! TFS!

Kris in Alaska
funamom at yahoo dot com

cutiephinphin said...

Love the fleurettes on kraft and love how you did the card with the zig zag background.

Robyn said...

Lovely cards! Really like the one with the girl holding the gifts!

Mariëtte said...

Very pretty, thanks for making this hop such fun!

toscania-art-life said...

Yor cards are simple and elegant. Well done!

debb said...

Love the cards- especially the one on kraft!

Efrat said...

Beautiful, so minimal and perfect. Truly a CAS card at it's best.

Michelle said...

love all your wonderful cards, Kryssi! They are beautiful!

Jayne said...

Wonderful cards. Thanks for sharing.

liberal sprinkles said...

ooh lovely! That first one is gorgeous!

Ruby Craft said...

Love the way you used the chevron background with the brightly colored shopper, she just pops off the card. My favorite is the CAS with the beautiful floral on the craft. Great colors!

Nadia said...

The first card is effective, this stamp is nice indeed!

Katarina said...

Love your cards, especially the CAS one.

Kelly Rasmussen said...

wow...these are gorgeous!

PlumTuckered's Paper Plays said...

So pretty!! That second card may be CAS but it speaks volumes..love it!

Anne said...

The zigzag background caught my eye!

Geri said...

Beautiful cards, love the CAS design of the last one.

~amy~ said...

okay...you know I love your style girl...your first card is my new all time fav of yours...LOVE it.

sandysewin said...

Your CAS card is so elegant!

nancy said...

Your cards are wonderful!

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