You should have arrived here from the blog of the super creative Suzz, if you haven't, you can hop over to the Hero Arts Blog and start from the beginning. If you find a broken link as you hop, you'll find a master list of the hop links at the Hero Arts Blog. Also here are links to all the stops for today's hop:
Virginia Lu
Emily Leiphart
Sue McRae
Sarah Kapteyn Moerman
Nancy Krueger
Tiffany Ervin
Arlene Pagent McClung
Joy Taylor
Suzz Czosek
Heather Doran - you are here!
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PRIZES
Don’t forget to leave comments as you hop. Hero Arts will be awarding 4 prizes from randomly drawn comments. Two winners will receive a $25 shopping spree in Hero Arts' online shop and two winners will receive a bonus prize. For a chance to win, simply comment on ANY of the stops along the hop today and tomorrow, including at the hop ending posts on the Hero Arts Blog. The more comments you leave, the better your chance of winning. Please comment by 11:59pm PT Sunday 30th October for a chance to win. By the way I have comment moderator switched on, so don’t worry if your comment doesn’t appear immediately. Best of luck!
NEW RELEASE
It really is one of the most wonderful times of the year when Hero Arts' Winter Catalogue is released! I always spend hours poring over the catalogue and adding favourites to my shopping list - it always ends up being a very long list:) The sumptuous cover on this year's catalogue gives just a tiny glimpse of the wonderful crafting goodness packed inside.
CARDS
My blog post is going to be long enough as it is so I'm not going to add my usual detailed description of how I've made my cards. If you have any questions though please feel free to ask in the comments section or send me an email at stampingandstitching@gmail.com and I'll get back to you.
I just love the cute little mittens from Kelly’s S’Mitten set and for this card teamed them with a wreath from the September kit. I went to town with sparkle on this card with the shimmery white background and glittery sentiment, bow and sprigs of berries.
Christmas Trimmings Stamp & Cut
Kelly’s S’Mitten Stamp & Cut
My Monthly Hero September 2016
I love the beautiful bird from the Vintage Christmas Post set so decided to have that as a focal point on my next card. Can you tell I love wreaths?! As I wanted the bird to really pop on the card I used kraft card for my wreath. The wreath was made by using one of the wreaths from the September kit as a base and I intertwined branches which had also been cut out with a die from that kit.
Hero Art Supplies -
Vintage Christmas Post
My Monthly Hero September 2016
Christmas Trimmings Stamp & Cut (sentiment)
Next up I used my absolute favourite die from the release - the Paper Layering Santa Face with Frame die.
Hero Arts Supplies -
Paper Layering Santa Face with Frame
Color Layering Dimensional Bird (sentiment)
I think this Santa has such a lovely expression on his face and it's such an amazing and unique die in the way that Santa's beard and moustache can be given a fun 3D look by simply curling the cuts. This Santa is going to be on so many of my Christmas cards this year and he will also be perfect for gift tags.
My final card is one that includes a present on the card front. The cute little crocheted Christmas stocking is perfect for hanging on a Christmas tree and holding a gift card and other little pressies inside.
Hero Arts Supplies -
Hand Drawn Snowflakes
Happy Holly Days
Vintage Christmas Post (sentiment)
Christmas Trimmings Stamp & Cut (bow)
My stocking was stuffed with a book token, spending money for craft supplies and a little bit of chocolate - sounds remarkably like what I'd like for Christmas;)
WIN A CROCHET PATTERN
The adorable Christmas stocking on my last card was designed and crocheted by a very talented lady, Ruth Teskey, who has a fabulous array of crochet patterns in her shop Avondale Patterns. Ruth's patterns are available in both European and US crochet terms. For a bit of fun I'm going to give one person a pattern from her shop. To be in with a chance to win just mention in your comment your favourite pattern from Ruth's shop and you never know you might just win it:) I'll announce the winner of the pattern on Sunday 30th October.
THANKS
Before you go I want to thank you for visiting, thank Hero Arts for another fabulous release and the products they sent me, thank my good friend Linda for a lot of the goodies I played with, thank the Hero Hostesses for their friendship and inspiration and last, but certainly not least, also thank Virginia for the tremendous work she put into organising the hop. Now it's time to hop to your final stop for today - the Hero Arts Blog. Best of luck in the prize draw and have fun hopping again tomorrow!
228 comments:
1 – 200 of 228 Newer› Newest»Heather... So many beautiful projects all in one post! I love that little stocking! It reminds me of the wonderful hat you sent my daughter and her barbie! Tanya and I still talk about that! Love your santa he is so handsome! The wreath cards are fabulous!
Oh my goodness Heather ALL of your cards are AMAZING! I can't believe my own reaction as I scrolled on the each one! Every single one was a stunner! Great work. As for the crochetted patterns, I think the stocking is as cute as any, what an adorable gift idea! TFS!
Okay...love everything....but that stocking card = over the top CUTE.
Love these cards. I'm a big fan of wreathes and birds.
I was afraid someone would post wonderful projects
from the Monthly Hero Kit that sold out before I
could get it! Wreaths are so versatile on cards
and why did I have to be on a trip without
internet access? The crafting goddess wasn't
blessing me that time! Love all your projects!
They are unique and beautiful! Great project
and thanks for the inspiration! kReN@afourthlife
Beautiful creations! I especially love the crocheted stocking. I am off to check out Ruth's shop now.
I love a good wreath, and both of your are going in my inspiration file. Love the elements on your Santa card and the stocking card is such a cute idea.
I'm literally speechless, wow such amazing creativity, beautiful work!!!
Great variety of projects. My favorites are the wreath cards. Ruth's crochet patterns are adorable. My fave is the owl purse bag.
slrdowney at hotmail dot com
such wonderful cards!!!! It's so hard to pick a favorite. I love seeing that Santa in use though. Very cool!
Love the idea of creating a card that includes a little ornament. The red cardinal on the kraft wreath is beautiful.
Oh my, these are all sooo cute!!
Cute cards. My favorite is the natural looking one with the cardinal!
I'd also love to receive such a great stocking, specially if my crafting budget "gets an increase" !
All your cards are really lovely, I specially find your change of style capability incredible. (I'm really sorry if my English sounds a little... French ;-)) !!!!)
I'm loving all the cardinal cards on the hop, and yours is great! And love your little stocking, cute idea.
Love your wreath cards!!
Love your cards and my favorite pattern from Ruth is her curved U shaped purses! Perfect for granddaughters an great nieces!
Your cards are very good reminders of Christmas even from years ago. Thanks for the inspiration!
I'm blown away by each of these beautiful cards, Heather! Each one is completely amazing! I adore how you've used the wreath dies! And oh, I wish I knew how to crochet - your stocking card "knocks my socks off"! What a wonderful gift!! Thanks for sharing so gorgeous inspiration!
What a quartet of gorgeous cards, Heather! I just love what you did with the bits I sent, combined with all your own goodies!! And what a darling stocking by Ruth - I don't think we got to that shop when I visited. Next time!! Fabulous job on the hop today - I'm looking forward to my turn tomorrow!
Love your ideas with the wreath from the September kit! And that Santa is fabulous!! Thanks so much for sharing on this fun blog hop.
Cool stuff. Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful cards!
What darling and adorable cards!!!!
I like how you layered the wreath in the second card, I like how you added the texture to Santa's hat in the second card and I love the stocking in the third card.
Lovely projects, especially the little stocking!
One great card after another-there is something for everyone in your post, depending on what you like!
Wow, love the cardinal card!
Very nice and unique, love the little stocking.
Lovely cards. The Santa card just blows me away, love it.
I am all about your wreath cards! They are great! I also like the tradition of your Santa card! So classic. Love the idea of the gift card in the mini stocking too! Really cute!
Love the wreath and Cardinal card. A lovely combination of natural wreath colors works so well!
Thanks for such a wealth of ideas! I love them all!!
Love see all these lovely inspirations with dies. I love the extra touch that a pretty die cut gives. Cute little stocking and such a personal touch.
Heather, I knew your stop on the hop would be a treat to see! All your cards are so delightful! I love your work! And that sweet, little stocking is just the cutest! It's been such fun to reunite with all the hostesses! Hugs! ♥
You've done so many projects and with talent. Thanks for your generosity offered.
The craft wreath with the cardinal is my favorite, going to have to case that!
Beautiful cards! My favorite is the second wreath card. I love the simplicity of the wreath with that gorgeous cardinal.
I checked out Avondale Patterns....I adored Ruth's little ladybug and sheep keyrings. Those little sheep would make anyone smile! Love your cards, a;;, but my favorite is the bright cardinal with kraft paper. Kraft paper just begs the use of bright colors, doesn't it? Thanks for sharing your designs.
These are cute!
Oh my goodness Heather your cards are stunning as always. I love that fabulous Santa card and your crochet stocking is adorable, such a fabulous idea. Its been fun getting back together for another hop.
Mittens hanging in the wreath, brilliant!!
Heather! I'm oohing and aahing over all of your gorgeous projects! And that Santa face is my favorite, too! LOVE the texture and dimension on all your cards!
I never thought to put mittens inside of a wreath. Looks great.
Really fun and creative cards, Heather! Thanks for the inspiration.
Wow - so much great inspiration! Thank you!
Lovely cards, the
wreaths are pretty
and I love the
stocking!
Carla from Utah
I love your wreaths.
Such a great cards! I love them all but..that layered wreath with the cardinal really catches my eye! I think there are of a few of us that would love that gift. What a cute idea!
Wow! Beautiful cards and what a darling crocheted stocking! Your friend is talented. Very good ideas for making the wreaths too!
So many beautiful cards and projects. You did an amazing job with the Santa, and your stocking is just delightful.
Oh my goodness!! What a delightful array of inspiration from you, Heather!! Absolutely love the vintage look on your wreath cards! The glitter on the Santa card looks fabulous and I admire that darling little crocheted stocking! Always happy to re-unite with you!!
OMG these cards are so gorgeous - love all the wonderful dimension you have given them and the creative layouts. Nam involve with your cuddly santa card. LOL!!!!
Wow, lots of pretty projects today. I love wreaths, too, and birdies, so I just love the one with the Cardinal. He's on my wish list.
What a wonderful set of cards you have created. Love the Santa card. The crocheted stocking is my favorite and a wonderful idea. Thank you for sharing your talent and being part of this giveaway
Great cards! Now I need to go make some cards. If only I had your talent! Thanks so much for sharing!
What cute and fun cards/ideas! Couldn't choose between the Shawl or small lace scarf patterns plus all the other cute stuff Ruth has!
What a joyful set of cards you have created! Thank you for the inspiration!
I love those mittens! So adorable in the wreath.
So many fun projects, Heather! I was going to pick that second wreath as my favourite until I saw the amazing Santa! I'm going to add that die to my wish list. Love your cute little gift card stocking, too. It’s been so fun hopping with all my hostess sisters again!
Wonderful cards all of them but I especially love the cute little stocking on the last one. Adorable!
Heather, your wonderful (and many) projects make me feel like SUCH a slacker! These are all wonderful but I think my favorite is the red cardinal popping against the kraft wreath!
Love, love the wreath cards and the adorable Santa. The crocheted stocking is such a perfect little gift holder and ornament! Who wouldn't love it?
These are just amazing! Each one is so unique and detailed!
beautiful cards and totally kicking myself i didnt get the my monthly hero kit for September for those wreaths!! thanks for sharing
I love your cards but that Santa is so sweet. I love the stocking and was going to ask if you crocheted it until I read all the way. I love the Owl purse she has on her store. But gosh she has a lot of nice stuff. Thanks for sharing.
Love love love all your projects! Mittens, wreaths, and stockings .. oh my! :)
everything is fab, but if I had to pick a fave, it'd be the cardinal in kraft wreath...lovely!
Great cards!! I am a real softie for Santa!!
Love all the dimension on all your cards - great talent!! I also love the Christmas stocking pattern and would be so happy to win it!! Thanks for all you shared!
Beautiful, beautiful wreaths, and the Santa card make me smile. And you've saved the cutest for last, I {heart} that stocking!!!!! Such creative projects!
Beautiful cards that stole my heart!!
Your array of Christmas cards has completely captured my heart! Santa's expression is especially priceless (the look of wonder...) and the crocheted stocking is beyond delightful! Learning to crochet (lessons scheduled) is on my New Year's list, so your recommendation of Ruth's site is wonderfully timely. Her sheep, owl and ladybug key ring patterns are adorable and practical! Smitten! Thank you for the smiles today!
~carol
Oh my Heather....you knock this hop out of the ball park! I can't get over how awesome each of your project!! I need to come back for some more later! Your kitting is simply amazing....perhaps I will come see you in July 2017 and take a lesson!!? Is Dublin (or Belfast) far from you? I would love love love to meet you in person! Happy to be hopping along with you!
That stocking is just too cute!!! Great idea!
The Santa is my favorite. I may have to order him. All your cards are very inspiring. The little stocking is precious. I'd love to win the pattern so I could give it to my crocheting sister-in-law.
the owls have it - the key cosy or
the little purse. I couldn't
decide between the two. If I
get selected you can pick and
surprise me.
The stocking is darling.
I love the wreaths. The one
made from kraft is wonderful.
Hadn't thought about something
like that and it is great.
All of the projects are great.
thanks for sharing.
txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com
Beautiful cards. tfs
What beautiful cards. You are so very talented. I'm impressed! And the little stocking is adorable.
wonderful cards Heather - but love that crocheted stocking gift card idea on a card - looked at Ruth's patterns and i think the stocking is my favorite!
That stocking - what an adorable surprise. (If only I could crochet!) All your cards are so gorgeous, but that one is extra special.
Wow! Fabulous projects Heather! I love them all!
Hi, beautiful cards. I love Santa's curly beard. The pattern from your friend's lovely site I like the best is the owl purse. It is just darling
Love the clean and simple look of your cards. And I like the beach bunting pattern. Thanks.
Awesome collection! Such beautiful creations and so different, The little stocking card is jut TOO precious! Thank you for these marvelous ideas!
Such beautiful cards and what a selection! The stocking card idea is just TOO precious! Thank you!
Wonderful projects. Thanks for the inspiration
Love the wreath cards!
Love your wreaths! ...and that cute stocking! What a great idea for a gift card!
Wow! All these projects are fantastic!!
Oh my goodness, i Love them all! Such great cards.
Just love the cards, with 3 different ideas.I make a Santa card for my grandchildren every year, but this one is over the top, great job!
Very creative cards. Love the little crochet stocking. So adorable.
anmatt1@aol.com
The Merry Christmas die,cut out in gold,is beautiful.
Love the santa card that is so cute. I love Santa for christmas cards your card is extremely cute, great card.
Great cards. Love the use of the wreath!
what lovely work Thank you for your talents
Wonderful cards, Heather--I love all the textures and the stocking is so cute!
Wow... each project is fantastic and the details you added to each are just incredible. I became more and more amazed with each project as I read your post - so incredible!! And your mini-stocking card - just genius!!!
The wreaths are so pretty and I love the stitched stocking on your card!
Wonderful 'traditional style' cards. I especially love the kraft wreath with the cardinal...GREAT COLORS!
Beautiful range of cards and the stocking is oh so cute!!
Love your cards--and yes, that little stocking filled with money for more crafty stuff would definitely be on my wish list!
Lovely cards, very well done. Super happy to follow you.
Your cards are outstanding! Love them all! Love the idea of incorporating crochet in your last card. I will have to visit Ruth's website!
Beautiful cards. The stocking is as lovely as the wreaths. TFS.
Your wreaths and Santa are my very favorites!!!!! Thank off or the inspiration 😊😊
Beautiful cards. I love the stocking. The wreaths are great, too. TFS.
I love everything from the cards to the mini sock ... just plein adorable !!!
Love wreaths too! Thanks for the wonderful ideas. Had not really looked at the Santa die, but I have to agree - he is great! I don't crochet, but love the idea of the Christmas stocking put on a card. Will need to get the Hand Drawn Snowflakes - makes a wonderful background. The bow, berries and label are the perfect addition to finish the stocking.
some cute and fun ideas here - thanks for sharing!
Wowza! Love what you've created with Hero Arts new release! I'm also a crocheter and appreciate the sticking, but really love your creative wreaths!
Love your cards! The wreaths are adorable. Thank you for sharing!
Oh my gosh...so much inspiration! What fun ideas.
I love everything you created. But I think I'm a little in love with the wreath and cardinal!
Beautiful cards!
Beautiful cards, my favorite is the Santa, but then I'm partial to Santa's...so talented. Thank you.
Beautiful beautiful cards!! I have to say that the stocking card is my favorite!! And my favorite crochet pattern would have to be the Easy Rainbow Blanket. Thanks so much for sharing. Happy Crafting!
Sweet cards. Thanks for sharing.
Wow! These are all such beautiful cards! And the crocheted stocking is adorable - such a great idea!
Ah, a nice fire, a cup of cocoa and my hero arts winter catalog! My winter reading is set!
So many beautiful cards. I loved seeing them.
Amazing wreath card. Love them all
I love the cards with the wreaths! Thanks for sharing these great card ideas!
Four adorable cards! I'm partial to those sweet wreaths, but Santa is a standout!
Beautiful work altogether, love the cute little stocking.
Wonderful creations with style & sparkle/shine. Especially like the crocheted stocking since I'm a crocheter.
Melissa
"Sunshine HoneyBee"
Awesome cards!
Awesome projects! I really love your pretty wreaths!
Fabulous crochet items.. I love the shawl!
Great designs!
Eep! The Santa card is so perfectly beautiful! I love the added dimension in his beard!
Your cards are all wonderful!!!
AMAZING, all! So much pretty!!! TFS
All of your cards are gorgeous! Love the color combinations. thank you for shareing
Love your cards!! That Santa is the best! And that crocheted stocking is such a perfect addition to a card.
that stocking is darling!
Your wreath cards are lovely and I love the little crocheted stocking!
I don't even know where to start. Your cards are awesome and unique. I adore that Christmas stocking. What a great idea to put it on a card. Love the background stamping too. I visited Ruth's shop and although she has lots of adorable patterns, guess which one I would like? LOL, the adorable stocking pattern.
Each card is so unique. I love the mittens - I can see why you love the set and wreath. So bright and cheery. The use of kraft paper for the wreath is perfect, country and great backdrop for that gorgeous cardinal. You've made Santa not just a child's card, but one for all ages. The card with the stocking is so special. Wonderful
So glad to be hopping along with you!
Wow! They are all beautiful. Love them.
Really cute cards😊
Such fun projects. Love that little stocking. I never would have thought to put it on the front of the card! It is just perfect. Too bad I don't crochet.
Beautuful! Love the stocking on the card...great idea!
Your cards are amazing! I love your style. Super cute!
Your cards are ALL awesome, but that knitted stocking is the icing on the cake. Love it!!!
That for sharing so many pretty Christmas ideas!
wonderful cards!! thanks for the inspiration!
WOW. Awesome cards, all of them. The wreaths are so beautiful and you did an awesome job coloring "Santa". But surely the crocheted Christmas Stocking steals the show with those hollies and bow! Just the touch!
Awesome cards. I'm loving the crocheted stocking card the best. It makes me think of how I could fill the stocking for each recipient. Thanks for the inspiration.
The wreaths are beautiful and the Santa would be great for a child. The stocking is adorable. The background is so pretty.
Lots a fun holiday goodness here!
I like how you used the sprigs to create the wreath.
Love all of your cards!
All of your projects are lovely. My favorite is the Santa.
Love all your fun and creative projects. This way one can see what possible with stamps. Isn't that great?!
Love the cards, very festive.
So many pretty cards! I also love wreaths so the two first ones are my favs. But that tiny stocking is also very cute.
Alles of your projects atelier great, but that stocking card is really amazing. Love, love it.
Wow! Amazing creations!!!!
Your card creations for so wonderful...I wouldn't mind getting either for Christmas in my mail box! Happy Christmas!
Love all the texture on the santa card!
Your use of stamps was quite clever and very colorful! I'd love to get the stocking card!
Love all your cards, especially the wreath and Santa cards. The crocheted stocking is super cute too!
Love your use of stamps...very clever. Wouldn't mind receiving your stocking card!
All of these are such gorgeous cards, my fave is the cardinal and wreath one. I love the crocheted Stocking, so cute on a card and you fit some mighty fine goodies in that one! I love the Stocking pattern from Ruth's shop.
I love all of your cards ... can't pick a favorite!
I just love the santa! He is definitely going on my wish list!
You have been busy, Heather! Love them all - but especially that sweet stocking filled with the goodies. That is a wonderful idea.
Beautiful cards!! The wreath cards are lovely!! The crochet stockings are adorable!! Love it!! I checked her shop, and I love the triangle shawl and mitts!
-Berina
Moxie Craftie
Wow, wow, wow! What an amazing set of cards! Love them all... that Santa is so sweet... and oh, the sweet crocheted stocking! Amazing!
WOW! Really cool ideas. I love your cardinal and wreath.
Fun and beautiful cards!
Love all of the cards! But my favorite one is the gorgeous Santa!
Such sweet cards! I especially like Santa!
Sweet. Love the wreathes.
Ma préférée est celle avec l'oiseau et j'aie aussi le fait d'avoir une carte pleine de cadeaux avec la petite botte au crochet
The projects are all so wonderful. Wish I had bought that kit in September! Love your crochet stocking!
all your projects are super cute but I love that wreath and cardinal!
Oh my goodness! I love all of your projects! I love Hero Arts!
Love all your card designs, but Santa is my favorite, Love all the detail and texture going on.
The Christmas stocking is really cute as well.
Thanks for sharing your ideas and talent.
All of your cards are beautiful - I love the santa (I'll have to check out that die). I am also a glitter person so your first card gave me some great ideas - but I have to say the cardinal on the kraft wreath really caught my eye. That bird really popped! Thanks for sharing.
The kraft card wreath is my favorite!
So many fabulous projects Heather! I am loving the sweet wreath cards and your crocheted stocking is just a delight. How fun and special it would be to receive one of these cards in the mail!
Thank you for sharing so much with us! A Santa Die is actually one die I don't think I have, and this one is way cute! TFS.
Such lovely Christmas designs x
I love your wreath and sock cards but that Santa is amazing! What detail he has! Absolutely gorgeous! I checked out the pattern site and I'm really taken with the Cozy Aran Cowl. Lovely pattern work on it.
Wow stunning cards!!! Loooove the crocheted sock!!!
Lovely, thank you for sharing so much.
Love your different use of the wreath. Gorgeous cards.
Heather,
You made some extremely festive cards for the upcoming Holidays. The wreath with the mittens is especially precious. The card with the stocking is a fantastic way to present a gift card. I went to Ruth's pattern page. The owl bags are absolutely adorable!
Thanks for sharing your talent with me.
Cheryl
Awesome projects! I love that Santa face and knitted stocking!
Those wreaths are just amazing!
I don't crochet, but it is adorable! And I like the cards, too! Thank you. The craft wreath really sets off the cardinal.
Oh my I love that card with the cardinal! Those crochet touched cards are a very nice touch too!
Oh my goodness, Heather your cards are amazing! Each one a beautiful work of art filled with detail and clearly a lot of love! I'm so glad we had the chance to hop together again!
A wonderful collection of Christmas cards. Thank you for sharing these.
Wonderful projects, fantastic job!
The wreath cards are great, I love the Kraft and Cardinal one!
Such beautiful projects Heather! Especially love those wreath cards! It's been such fun hopping with you again!
I don't know which I like best - they are all so beautiful!
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