Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. Let's Catch Up & Have A Cup card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. Video (Blog Hop + Giveaway)

Hello everyone and thanks so much for stopping by to help celebrate the launch of Hero Arts August My Monthly Hero Kit (more about the kit, blog hop and giveaway below). I have 4 card ideas to share using this month kit and add-on items. This kit is all about tea, coffee and all of the other yummy everyday drinks.

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. Coffee is always a good idea card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

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VIDEO TUTORIAL

As always, I filmed a video tutorial showing how to create this project from start to finish. I’m hoping you’ll enjoy it. Watch it below or on my Youtube channel.

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CARDS DETAILS – KIT ONLY

The stamp set for this month features a lot of open outline images with a ton of white space and whenever I see an image like that I want to marry it with another stamp, with another image to add some pattern or some design to the original stamp.

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. Coffee is always a good idea card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

The technique I feature today requires masking – you need to stamp the image you want to mask onto masking paper and cut the inner open space portion of the mask out to create a reverse or negative mask.

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. Coffee is always a good idea card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

After stamping my image in Copic marker friendly ink I positioned the mask on top and used another stamp, Hero Arts Flower For Coloring, to add a pattern to my cup. I removed the mask and used my Copic markers to color this image. I used the following colors: B99, B34, B21, B000, RV09, RV14, RV13, RV11, RV10.

I cut the cups out using a coordinating die and also stamped little sentiments inside of each using Detail White and Black Sparkle embossing powder. I used a Newspaper Bold Print background stamp with Soft Pink ink to create a background for this card. I foam mounted my images on top and added a simple “Coffee is always a good idea” sentiment.

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. We're the perfect blend card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

For my next card I once again used the same technique, but this time I gold heat embossed both the cups outline and my cup pattern. I used Flowers for Coloring and Newspaper Bold Prints background stamps and colored my cups with Copics. I only added the design to the cup itself, I skipped the saucer and the handle. I used the following colors:  G05, G03, YG00, C5, Y35, Y15, Y13, Y11.

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. We're the perfect blend card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

I die-cut a shape using one of the coordinating dies out of white paper, almost a circle, I wanted to use a circle die, but I cheated here and I used that coordinating die instead, I gold heat embossed “We’re the perfect blend” sentiment and added that to my card.

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. Love you more than coffee card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

For the card above I stamped Newspaper background in Unicorn white pigment ink onto gray paper and heat embossed it in Satin Pearl White embossing powder for this satin pearl look. I also colored my coffee cup using C9, C7 and C5 Copic markers to make it look almost black and I added little pink accents using Nuvo Drops and enamel hearts.

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. Love you more than coffee card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

MY MONTHLY HERO AUGUST 2018 KIT

The kit is available for a limited time only – once it’s gone, it’s gone. If you love it – better grab it now!

CARDS DETAILS – KIT ADD ONS

I also have one more card to share using the add on stamp set from this month – Spill The Tea set. I stamped, colored and cut out image of a tea cup (I used sam Copic marker colors as before), tea spoon and sugar.

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. Let's Catch Up & Have A Cup card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

Next, I made a faux tablecloth by using Bandana Bold Prints background stamp and stamping it in Butter Bar ink. I folded it in half, using tape and foam adhesive to adhere it onto a background panel and foam mounted my colored and cut out pieces on top.

Hero Arts | Coffee or Tea? August 2018 My Monthly Hero Kit. Let's Catch Up & Have A Cup card by Yana Smakula #stamping #mymontlyhero #mmh #heroarts #cardmaking #handmadecard

This really is probably my favorite stamp set from this release – I love that coffee cup and I think it’s an awesome image to practice coloring. I really look forward to using it again and again.

KIT & KIT ADD-ONS

There are several optional add-on items this month:

My Monthly Hero Kit August 2018
My Monthly Hero Kit August 2018
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Hero Arts Distressed Tile Bold Prints
Hero Arts Distressed Tile Bold Prints
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Hero Arts Floral Doily Bold Prints
Hero Arts Floral Doily Bold Prints
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Hero Arts Foam Animals
Hero Arts Foam Animals
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Hero Arts Foam Animals Frame Cuts (D)
Hero Arts Foam Animals Frame Cuts (D)
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Hero Arts Tea Time
Hero Arts Tea Time
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Hero Arts Tea Time Frame Cuts (D)
Hero Arts Tea Time Frame Cuts (D)
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Hero Arts Spill the Tea
Hero Arts Spill the Tea
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Hero Arts Spill the Tea Frame Cuts (D)
Hero Arts Spill the Tea Frame Cuts (D)
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Hero Arts Kit-Tea Stamp & Cut
Hero Arts Kit-Tea Stamp & Cut
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Hero Arts Tea Party Fancy Die (E)
Hero Arts Tea Party Fancy Die (E)
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Hero Arts Tea Pots and Handles Infinity Dies (H)
Hero Arts Tea Pots and Handles Infinity Dies (H)
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Hero Arts Cups and Handles Infinity Dies (H)
Hero Arts Cups and Handles Infinity Dies (H)
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Hero Arts Mocha Maiden
Hero Arts Mocha Maiden
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Hero Arts Cocoa Liquid Watercolor
Hero Arts Cocoa Liquid Watercolor
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BLOG HOP

The Hero Arts Blog
Amy Kolling
Amy Tsuruta
Clare Prezzia
Emily Midgett
Ilina Crouse
Janette Kausen
Jennifer McGuire
Jessica Frost-Ballas
Julee Tilman
Kelly Latevola
Laurie Willison
Libby Hickson
Lydia Fiedler
Michelle Short
Nichol Spohr
Wanda Guess
Yana Smakula – you are here!

GIVEAWAY!

Hero Arts is giving away one kit as a prize to one blog reader – selected from the comments across all of the blogs in the hop so be sure to leave a comment for your chance to win! The giveaway closes Sunday, August 12th at 11:59pm, and the winner will be announced the following week.

SUPPLIES

I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!

My Monthly Hero Kit August 2018
My Monthly Hero Kit August 2018
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Hero Arts Spill the Tea
Hero Arts Spill the Tea
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Hero Arts Spill the Tea Frame Cuts (D)
Hero Arts Spill the Tea Frame Cuts (D)
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Hero Arts Flowers for Coloring Bold Prints Background Stamp
Hero Arts Flowers for Coloring Bold Prints Background Stamp
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Hero Arts Newspaper Bold Prints Background Stamp
Hero Arts Newspaper Bold Prints Background Stamp
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Hero Arts Bandana Bold Prints Background Stamp
Hero Arts Bandana Bold Prints Background Stamp
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Hero Arts Ink Pad Intense Black Ink
Hero Arts Ink Pad Intense Black Ink
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Hero Arts Butter Bar Ink Pad
Hero Arts Butter Bar Ink Pad
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Hero Arts Soft Pink Ink Pad
Hero Arts Soft Pink Ink Pad
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Tsukineko VersaFine Onyx Black Ink
Tsukineko VersaFine Onyx Black Ink
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Hero Arts Decorative Woodgrain Cardstock
Hero Arts Decorative Woodgrain Cardstock
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Hero Arts White Satin Pearl Embossing Powder
Hero Arts White Satin Pearl Embossing Powder
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Hero Arts Black Sparkle Embossing Powder PW120
Hero Arts Black Sparkle Embossing Powder PW120
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Hero Arts Emboss White Detail Embossing Powder
Hero Arts Emboss White Detail Embossing Powder
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Doodlebug Tiny Hearts Enamel Shapes So Punny
Doodlebug Tiny Hearts Enamel Shapes So Punny
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Spellbinders Platinum Die Cutting Machine
Spellbinders Platinum Die Cutting Machine
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Neenah 80LB Solar White Cardstock
Neenah 80LB Solar White Cardstock
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Neenah 110 Lb Solar White Cardstock
Neenah 110 Lb Solar White Cardstock
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Simon Says Stamp Black Cardstock
Simon Says Stamp Black Cardstock
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Hero Arts Unicorn White Pigment Ink Pad
Hero Arts Unicorn White Pigment Ink Pad
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Simon Says Stamp Slate Gray Cardstock
Simon Says Stamp Slate Gray Cardstock
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Hero Arts Heat Embossing Gun
Hero Arts Heat Embossing Gun
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Hero Arts Gold Embossing Powder PW100
Hero Arts Gold Embossing Powder PW100
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Versamarker Pen Watermark Emboss
Versamarker Pen Watermark Emboss
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Tim Holtz Tonic Craft Stamp Platform
Tim Holtz Tonic Craft Stamp Platform
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EK Success Powder Tool Applicator
EK Success Powder Tool Applicator
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Tonic Bubblegum Blush Nuvo Drops
Tonic Bubblegum Blush Nuvo Drops
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Sakura Classic White Bold Line 10 Pen
Sakura Classic White Bold Line 10 Pen
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Scrapbook Adhesives White Foam Squares
Scrapbook Adhesives White Foam Squares
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Tonic Deluxe Adhesive Nuvo Glue
Tonic Deluxe Adhesive Nuvo Glue
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Tonic Morning Dew Nuvo Crystal Drops
Tonic Morning Dew Nuvo Crystal Drops
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Scor-Tape 1/8 Inch Crafting Tape
Scor-Tape 1/8 Inch Crafting Tape
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Judikins Eclipse Art Masking Tape
Judikins Eclipse Art Masking Tape
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139 Comments

    1. I could watch you color all day! I love your cards and I love this kit!

    1. Your card creations are stunning BUT your photography of those creations is equally impressive! amazing work!!!!

    1. Yana the cards are soooooo amazing. You never cease to amaze me with your creativity.

    1. Gorgeous coffee cups, and they are perfect with the ‘morning news”! How very beautiful and clever!

    1. Great cards and a great new release from Hero Arts! Thanks for sharing your wonderful ideas with us!!

    1. Yana, your cards are so creative! Everything detail is perfect. Colors, dies, stamps……you ‘married’ them perfectly. Thank you!

    1. Stunning cards as always, I especially love the teacup with the bandana print tablecloth!

    1. Another terrific tutorial and I put my order in using your links!! Hope you get the credit! Am a subscriber so as to never miss one of your great inspirational videos!! You keep me crafting Yana!

    1. Gorgeous and inspiring projects!! Love the stamp combo you’ve used!

    1. I love all the cup patterns and coloring, what wonderful cards! Thanks for sharing!

    1. Stunning cards again Yana, I love how different your ideas are on each card, I also enjoy all the tiny details yo uve added to your cups. The blue floral teacups looks very vintage & reminds me lots of Catherine Kitson patterns. Thank you for so many idea’s & all your enthusiasm too.

    1. Love the way you used the bandana background to make a tablecloth under the cup – super clever as always. Your work is so inspiring – thanks! Love this kit!

    1. Fantastic cards. Love the newsprint at
      the background. Coffee and a paper seem
      to do together so that combination worked
      well. The teacup and the sugar cubes
      are darling. Great cards. thanks for
      sharing. txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com

    1. Thanks, love the newspaper background, perfect companion for coffee!

    1. Love the pretty varity of cards you created. I will definitely be trying this masking technique when my kit arrives.

    1. Oh my goodness. Such lovely cards. I’m so glad I am a subscriber of yours! I love this kit, too.

    1. Yana, your cards are beautiful. You have great talent. The card with the tea and coffee cups, mugs is just perfect for love tea and coffee, especially “Starbucks”.

    1. Fabulous cards! I thoroughly enjoyed your video and plan to try some of those techniques myself.

    1. Amazing cards! I love coffee or tea theme sets! I love how you decorated the cups, TFS

    1. Awesome cards! The newspaper print is a perfect backdrop for coffee themed cards. And I like the way you gave the top of your tablecloth a folded edge. It really softens the look and makes it seem more realistic. And all the masking ideas. Wow. Thanks for all the great inspiration!

    1. Looks like a great kit. I seem to be as addicted to coffee stamp sets as I am to coffee itself! Thanks for sharing a creative way to use this kit! Love the patterned cups!

    1. Such a pretty group of cards, Yana – thanks for all the inspiration!

    1. All your cards are just lovely! Really like the one with the cup on the folded bandana 🙂

    1. Super cute cards! Love this technique to decorate the mugs and cups!

    1. Fabulous cards!! You are so creative, I’m totally in love with the table cloth! Perfect! Thank you for the inspirations! 🙂

    1. Oh! Your tea card is so pretty! I like the “napkin” the tea cup sits upon. Well designed card.

    1. I really like the unique way you customized your coffee cups…so many great ideas!

    1. The newspaper and tea/coffee are just perfect together! Love those!

    1. Absolutely stunning Yana. I always enjoy seeing your take on the MMH kits. This kit has so many options anso much potential.

    1. Love all the patterns on your cups. I really love that newsprint background too!

    1. What beautiful cards, love how you made them so elegant with the gold embossing.

    1. I always love how creative you are with whatever medium you use. These are all stunning.

    1. Your beautiful “Let’s catch up & have a cup” card reminds me of a traditional English high tea. Thanks for sharing all of your wonderful creations.

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