2013 Hero Arts Catalog Blog Hop

Hero Arts 2012 Blog Hop

What can I say. I’m blog hopping with Hero Arts today and it’s awesome. I generally steer away from the topic of bucket lists…but I’ll be honest, this is on my bucket list. Check.

The 2013 Hero Arts Blog Hop includes a long list of craftygalgeniuspeoplefolks who know how to  make awesome stuff with paper. We’ve all had the chance to play with the new Hero Arts products…which you can find HERE…and we’re sharing our ideas for using these new stamps!

Since I have an obsession with handmade gifts and with Valentine’s Day coming up (did I just say that!) – I thought I’d combine the two and share some really simple projects that would make for really fun Valentine’s Day gift.

Chalkboard Tags Header

The whole set has a sort of “school house” vibe, mainly due to these fun chalkboard tags that I created using the K5661 woodmount tag stamp. With a sheet of black paper, I stamped the tag and embossed it white. To give it a classic chalkboard look, I rubbed each tag with chalk then wiped it off with a paper napkin. This made them look like a used chalkboard! Love that.

Chalkboard Tags Header

To continue the school house set, I created a mini composition book, which I covered with cardstock. I stamped the cardstock with the new Hero Arts Zig Zag background pattern and added a label just like a traditional composition notebook…but way more stylish! I used the new set “Tape Your Message” for the label, and this set is seriously creative with really great images. You can basically stamp your own washi tape – gotta love that! Here’s a peek at the entire set.

Custom Composition Notebook

You could totally stop right here…or you could add one more layer of awesomeness to the set! Conversation Pencils!!! For these, I pulled out an older Hero Arts set: Sweet Hearts. I simply painted the pencils then stamped a few of the sentiments. The sizing of the sentiments in this particular set are perfect for this project! I love the one that says “Tweet Me”

http://www.ellenhutson.com/servlet/the-12087/Hero-Arts-Cleardesign-cln--Sweet/Detail?affiliate_no=37

Thanks for hopping by friends! If you’re interested in winning one of several prize packages from Hero Arts, just leave a comment on this post and you’ll be entered to win! Comments will close on Monday, December 17 at midnight PST. And if you’re interested in one more project featuring the newest Hero Arts product, come on over to the Damask Love Facebook page, where I’ve got an exclusive little something waiting for you! (P.S. This is a project that one of my friends told me is way too “ungepatchket” – yiddish for “gawdy”!! The nerve, right!  HA! Come over and tell me what you think!)

Facebook Exclusive Hero Arts Project

Now it’s time for you to get outta here and see what Shari is up to! And remember, if you come across a link that doesn’t work, just go back to the Hero Arts Blog for a complete list of the participating designers!

Keep on crafting with these other posts

About Amber

Hey, I’m Amber Kemp-Gerstel - the crafty brain behind Damask Love, where creativity, color, and a little chaos come together. I’m a suburban mom of two, known for turning up the volume on everyday DIYs and showing up like your colorful, crafty BFF. Over the years, I’ve gone from psychologist to full-time content creator, TV host, and brand partner, with appearances on Making It, Today, and HGTV. When I’m not making stuff or on set, I’m chasing around my two boys, Markus and Maxwell, and laughing my way through the mess.

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740 Comments

  1. 12.15.12

    your chalkboard tags are delightful!

  2. 12.15.12

    Wow what a wonderful idea! I should try doing a set for my little girl. This new stamps for 2013 are a must have. I should start updating my wish list.

  3. 12.15.12

    What a darling set, wow – that’s some love, painting the pencils too!
    Merry Christmas Amber!!!
    Sandy

  4. 12.15.12
    Connie W said:

    love the new stamps, I like the conversation bubbles, love the cherevon pattern more!

  5. 12.15.12
    Marie said:

    Awesome tags! TFS =)

  6. 12.15.12
    Anna said:

    These are seriously Awesome Amber!

  7. 12.15.12
    Cynthia Clark said:

    Love the chalkboard idea. So many possibilities.

  8. 12.15.12
    sUSAn said:

    Pretty in PINK!

  9. 12.15.12
    snazzyoriginal said:

    Love the faux chalkboard look and I spy yet another must have background stamp too xx

  10. 12.15.12
    Dedra said:

    Need a chalk board for the paper schoolhouse I just made– you’ve solved it for me!

  11. 12.15.12
    Gina H. Van Vliet said:

    Very creative – love the composition book.

  12. 12.15.12
    Phyllis said:

    Tag – you are it! These tags are great!

  13. 12.15.12
    joy said:

    I love your faux chalkboard technique, Amber! I will be using that idea for sure. Cute projects!

  14. 12.15.12
    Bette said:

    What great fun for school projects! Thanks

  15. 12.15.12
    kathy/NorthCarolina said:

    Oh, I love the chalkboard effect! Magical!

  16. 12.15.12
    Ann said:

    Oh Wow more great ideas for more great creating, I just love it!

  17. 12.15.12
    Judy Hall said:

    The tags and stamped pencils just knock me out! Thanks for sharing!

  18. 12.15.12
    Shawn Wenrich said:

    Love this set and the chalkboard look, great job!

  19. 12.15.12
    Cynthia said:

    Love the ideas but really Valentine’s projects already! HA LOL just saying….

  20. 12.15.12
    Kristie S. said:

    So original! I would never have thought to stamp the pencils… Thanks for the inspiration.

  21. 12.15.12
    Doris said:

    Love the blackboard look!

  22. 12.15.12
    Marianne said:

    I’m still very much in the Christmas card making mood, but I love your tags. Also love how you’ve created the chalky effect.

  23. 12.15.12
    Bevyb said:

    What fun projects, love the chalkboard look on the tags. My wish list keeps growing with all the great new stamps

  24. 12.15.12
    Kathleen Aldridge said:

    I LOVE these chalkboard tags! Amazing. And as an accountant,I love the idea of Conversation pencils!

  25. 12.15.12
    Diane said:

    Love the tags and those pencils are so cute. Thanks for sharing.

  26. 12.15.12
    Linda M. said:

    Love your projects!

  27. 12.15.12
    Susan L. said:

    This is so much fun! 😉

  28. 12.15.12

    Love your clever chalkboard tags!

  29. 12.15.12
    Lindy said:

    I love these ideas. The painted pencils are so cute. Thanks

  30. 12.15.12
    Andrea said:

    I love the look of chalkboard. Too cool. Thank you so much for the inspiration.

  31. 12.15.12
    barbara f said:

    Always looking for a great idea, and this is wonderful!! Great idea!! Thanks… I love TAGS and these are marvelous!!

  32. 12.15.12
    Janet L. said:

    So very cute!! As a former teacher, I’m loving the chalkboard tags and all the rest, too!!

  33. 12.15.12
    Jane said:

    Great tags!

  34. 12.15.12
    Simply Sonya said:

    Love your creative awesomeness! The tags, mini comp and pencils are too cute!

  35. 12.15.12
    Jenni Lou said:

    Love the chalkboard tag idea! Thanks for sharing!

  36. 12.15.12
    June Ferguson said:

    What an adorable gift idea! Thank you so much for sharing the tip about how to make the tags look like a used chalkboard….brilliant!
    June in KS

  37. 12.15.12
    Jary Riolo said:

    I always love the inpiration you share Amber!! The chalkboard idea is great and I love the pink painted pencils!!!

  38. 12.15.12
    Shanita K. said:

    Love the chalkboard look! Great job!

  39. 12.15.12
    Lizzie T said:

    This is such an adorable gift set — love the washi tape stamps!!!

  40. 12.15.12
    Laura Jane said:

    LOVE the chalkboard tag!

  41. 12.15.12
    Ailing said:

    Amazing…love the effect!!!

  42. 12.15.12
    Linda Cameron said:

    What a great idea! I especially like the words on the pencils! Merry Christmas!

  43. 12.15.12
    Beth Buss said:

    Amber,
    Super projects for anytime of year.Thanks.
    I will incorporate some for my grandkids.

  44. 12.15.12
    ~amy~ said:

    seriously LOVE your style…awesome projects!

  45. 12.15.12
    Geraldine said:

    I love the whole set, the chalkboard tags are fabulous and I had never thought about painting and stamping pencils. Thanks for the inspiration.

  46. 12.15.12
    Brenda Grubbs said:

    LOVE LOVE LOVE the chalkboard tags! Hero Arts stamps are the best…how exciting to see the 2013 stamps!!

  47. 12.15.12
    c said:

    Great projects! Chalkboard look is A++++. Thanks for sharing and inspiring. My HA list is expanding…quickly!

  48. 12.15.12
    Ange B said:

    Cute cards!

  49. 12.15.12
    Allison G in TX said:

    I love how you created the chalkboard effect and went the extra step to make them look like they were “used” chalkboards. And what genius to paint the pencils pink and stamp them – just too cute!

  50. 12.15.12
    kendra said:

    BEYOND FAB!!! I love your projects!