April 2020 My Monthly Hero is Here + Giveaway!
Over the past year, our hearts have been heavy while we watched from afar as Australia suffered from devastating bushfires. With Australia on our mind we designed this month's release, paying homage to the fascinating animals, the gorgeous flowers and the beautiful landscape of the land Down Under. As we release this, our hearts are now heavy for a new reason. But we are excited to take you on a much-needed crafty escape to Australia, as we celebrate this amazing country!
Here's a look at this month's kit:
This month’s kit includes:
- 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
This kit is valued at $80, but is an incredible deal at $34.99. It is available in limited quantities – grab yours before they are gone!
There are also several optional add-ons. Most can be combined with the kit, or stand alone as great additions to your crafting collection! If you'd like to see a card sample made with any of these products, click the links to view them in our store.
But first, before we get into the stamps and dies, we are introducing a new fundraiser product, We Are In This Together World Enamel Pin. During these difficult times, it's a reminder that we are one world, in this together, and we are stronger when we support one another with friendship and kindness. Hero Arts will donate 100% of net profits from the sale of this pin to support COVID-19 disaster relief.
Now let's return to the Australian inspiration for some stamping goodies! Beach HeroScape and Beach HeroScape Frame Cuts is an addition to our popular line of HeroScapes Color Layering stamps. The inspiration was the Twelve Apostles landmark - you can build that particular scene, or arrange the rocks however you prefer.
It would be difficult to celebrate Australia without a stamp set dedicated to one of its most famous species! Color Layering Joey and Color Layering Joey Frame Cuts make me very hoppy...
While "protea" are actually native to South Africa, it's related to the "waratah" flowering shrub of Australia. Either way, the Protea Flowers stamp set with matching Protea Flowers Frame Cuts are just gorgeous, and will be a lot of fun to color!
Speaking of coloring, who wants to color some more interesting animals from Down Under? For your coloring pleasure, here's the adorable Bandicoot & Friends and matching Bandicoot & Friends Frame Cuts.
Don't want to color? No problem! We have you covered with the Patterned Animals and Patterned Animals Frame Cuts.
You know we love our border window dies, and this month we have another beauty! Nature Border Fancy Die with Frame pairs perfectly with the main kit to enhance your scenes. Or use it with some of the add-ons, or all on its own!
Australia has some amazing beaches for surfing, which inspired this fun die set, Surfs Up Fancy Die Set. (But watch out for the shark!)
These next two wonderful products won't be available just yet. They are Eucalyptus Bold Prints 6x6 cling stamp and Koala on Branch woodblock stamp. Sadly due to the shelter-at-home order in California, we had to shut down our red rubber production facility. But as soon as we are able, we'll have these products available for you!
And one more product before we go - April Word Fancy Die. This is the latest addition to our set of monthly word dies. How cute is that umbrella?
Please note, this month shipping will be delayed. Currently we estimate that shipping will begin April 20. When shopping this release, please keep in mind that right now, with the company under shelter-at-home orders, kits, add-ons, papers and inks ship the quickest. Adding other products to your cart may make your order take longer. Due to logistics, we are not offering the "get them all" option this month. We know you are excited to get your kit and appreciate your patience as we work through delays during this time of COVID-19. We are sending love and support, as well as healing thoughts to those who know people who have fallen sick or are sick themselves.
A note for our kit subscribers: You have the opportunity to shop and add items this month without any additional shipping charges. We've expanded the window a bit this month, since shipping will be a little later. Simply log in to your account and place your order by Monday, April 13th at 11:59am Pacific in order to take advantage of this offer. Your kit may ship in a separate box than any extras and add-ons, but no additional shipping costs will apply.
For kit inspiration, be sure to visit all of the Countdown posts from this past weekend if you haven't already! Our Creative Team did a fantastic job introducing this kit - check out Idea #1 by Jessica, Idea #2 by Ilina, Idea #3 by Daniel, Idea #4 by Michelle, Idea #5 by Channin and Idea #6 by Janette.
For even more inspiration - our amazing Creative Team as well as some crafty friends are hopping today to help us introduce this release. Hop along to their blogs – and leave a comment at every stop along the way. One reader will be randomly selected to receive a $50 gift card to use in the Hero Arts store. Leave your comments by Sunday, April 12th at 11:59pm Pacific, then look for the winner announcement here on the blog the following week. You do not have to comment on every blog to enter, but the more comments, the more chances to win!
Hero Arts (you are here!)Michelle Short
Jessica Frost-Ballas
Channin Pelletier
Daniel West
Ilina Crouse
Debi Adams
Janette Kausen
Yana Smakula
Lydia Fiedler
Jennifer McGuire
Julee Tilman
Maria Willis
Seeka
Laurie Willison
Amy Kolling
Libby Hickson
Want a closer look at the new products? Join us tomorrow (Tuesday, April 7th at 3:00pm Eastern) on the Hero Arts Facebook page for our Release Spotlight! Libby will be talking about the products, sharing samples and even doing giveaways! Didn't catch it live? No problem! The video will be on our Facebook page after the event to watch whenever you have time. But we hope to see you on our feed at 3:00pm Eastern tomorrow!
Remember - once the main kit is sold out, it's gone forever - grab your kit today!
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88 Responses
Jade
I love this Australian set. The animals are adorable and the stunning background.
Denise Bryant
Another awesome kit! love all the creations along the hop!
Linda Meunier
This is one of the most amazing kits! I love all the samples everyone has made!
Connie
Soooooo much like Hero Arts to be this giving and gracious!!! Lovely new release and a beautiful kit! Thank you :)
Kris Reeves
Looks like a fun kit! And a heartwarming idea!o
Terrie D.
What a beautiful kit, and a wonderful homage to Australia! The extra stamps and dies are so fun, and I just love your new enamel pin! :)
Mary Holshouser
This is probably the only way I’ll get
to Australia. Thanks for designing
such a fantastic set. The DT
did an amazing job of highlighting
it. Stay safe
Leonie
As a Aussie crafter, these are awesome…. thankyou for thinking about the beautiful flora and fauna
at these times,Stay safe
Barbara Matthews
Such a great kit and add ons. I am a fan of Hero Arts products, the quality is always top notch.
Nancy Tolan
I love this months kit. I also love the add ons. They have been put on my wish list already.
mdj1067
I love koalas and have always wanted to visit Australia. I love this month’s kit.
Anneleise Hampson
I love a great hop!
Stacey Kowbel
Such a great kit and the add-ons are fabulous too!
Helen F
What a super set of stamps, dies and stencils! As an Aussie, it’s wonderful to see these amazing sets! Stay safe!
Amber J Scholtz
I have always wanted to visit Australia. I love the theme choice this month and all the little animals.
Kelsey Thomas
The new kit is amazing!
Gail Spresser
Love this new monthly release ! Thank you Hero Arts for being there during this tough time.
Mary-Anne V
Beautiful kit love the theme and the relaxed feel.
Sue D
What an amazing kit! Off to hop and be inspired.
Lauryne Cunningham
I absolutely love this kit and all of its add-ons! Not only can I use this on cards but would love to use it on my Australia vacation scrapbook! All of the stamped images are gorgeous!
Franci Hebler
Love the kit this month! Find it interesting that one of the add ons is a Protea flower set! (Because I’m South African!) Its very very rare.
Megan
Wow! A stunning Aussie collection, a huge Thank you for remembering us after the terrible bushfires that ravaged a large part of Australia. We have many more native birds visiting since the fires, while their habitat regenerates. Thank you for the chance to win. Megan
Ann Wong
I love the stencil in April’s kit and sone of the add ons are spectacular especially the proteus stamp & die.
Amy Cooley
Thanks for giving back with this month’s kit!
Barbara-Jean
I enjoyed Libby’s Facebook Live today! Food to see the kit “in action,”
Kristina Gentle
watch Jennifer McGuire put together some cards with this amazing set already and I’m in love. Thanks for sharing thanks for always supporting the community of card makers.
MandaLJ
I’m Australian and I’m really touched by all the concern shown around the world during the bushfires we had. This kit is just wonderful!
Talitha Wright
Love the April kit and the release. Especially the beach scene builder.
Dana M
What a fun kit and release! Love the cool layering images and fun “down under” theme.
Sidelle
Gorgeous kit! The projects by the DTs are stunning and vibrant!
Pamela Herold
Missed the last giveaway. Just finding this. How awesome is this. Shout out to Jennifer McGuire for sharing the kit!
Linda Meunier
This is one of the most amazing kits! I love all the samples everyone has made!
Cyndi Morris
This is a wonderful kit! I love the Aussie theme! From this post, the Nature Border die and the gorgeous Eucalyptus background stamp really caught my eye. Can’t wait to see what your talented designers have come up with!
Becky Bailey
I have been to Australia and did land tours as well as was able to dive the Great Barrier Reef. This kit is exactly what I needed to put my memories in such a way that others will be able to enjoy them as well. Thank you for such a great inspirational kit! I can’t wait to receive it.
Lindar C
What a wonderful kit! Living here in Ca, I’ve been through some pretty devastating fires, and I worried for Australia.
sharon gullikson
I love this. I saw that there is a kite boarder in this set. That is what our son does every day—now that he is unemployed because of the virus shutdown….I would love to make him a birthday card with this kit.
Diane McGowan
AMAZING! Thanks for sharing your creativity!
Diane McGowan
This kit makes me hopeful for warm summer days! Thanks for the positive energy and creativity boost!
Bonnie Reyes
Hero arts products keeps crafters engaged during this extremely difficult time—we see that, with your products, we can bring beauty into such a challenging time💖
Golda
Well this definitely looks like a fun one.
Bienchen Mittwollen
Wow! What a beautiful kit 😍 love all the animal stamps!! So adorable ❤️
Joanne M Hoffmann
What a different and amazing kit…Awesome to honor our Aussie friends…
Monika Gregor
so beautiful!
Korey
This is a really lovely kit. Your kindness and passion inspire me.
DebSelby
I love the theme this month. The Heroscape Beach looks amazing. Well done.
SandyK
This kit is amazing – already placed my order!
Amy Wazwaz
This is another homerun of a kit.
Jackie S
Love this Aussie kit. Thanks!
Andrea H
Wow, it looks like you get so much in this kit. Unfortunately for me the timing isn’t great for me to buy (sorry)
Really love the kangaroo and Koala, just so cute. Xxx
Donna Z
WOW, thanks Hero Arts from the bottom of my Aussie heart in dedicating a whole release to the beautiful country that I live in :) I look forward to seeing everyone’s amazing creations with this fabulous looking kit. Hoping your day is amazing. Cheers Donna :)
Carla Hundley
There are some awesome
cards with the lovely coloring
on the great stamps.
Carla from Utah
Meghan Kennihan
What a fabulous kit! I LOVE all the different critters silhouettes! And the LOVELY SKIES and water that they DTS created with this kit!
Scraporcraft
Can’t wait to see how the layering of the stamp sets work. The add ons look awesome.
Jana Yeager
Wish I could get this entire stack of add ons…but alas…covid19.
Kristen
Wonderful what you continue to do supporting this world we live in through inspiration and creativity and compassion. Thank you! Great Aussie release too!
Kristen
Wonderful what you continue to do supporting this world we live in through inspiration and creativity and compassion. Thank you! Great Aussie release too!
Helen Singh
OMG imagine the beautiful cards and scrapbooking layouts that can be made with these beautiful stamps and diecuts.
Kathleen
I love this month’s kit! I purchased the beach stamps and dies as well as the nature border. They are perfect! I can’t wait to get my hands on them!
Wendy Ellen Fisher
This is an awesome kit!!! I have been fascinated with Australia since I was a little girl and saw my first Koala at the San Diego Zoo!! Whenever I had school reports to do and we got to pick somewhere I always picked Australia. It has been a dream of mine to go there one day!
Rebecca
So excited about the Australian wildlife!
Pam Sheehan
Can’t wait to get my kit! Love it!
Janet Trapp
Another kit that knocks it out of the park!💞 Thanks for all the inspiration and joy these kits bring❣️God bless!
Jodi Warren
Love this kit and all it’s add ons. The inspiration that has been shown already is incredible. Thanks for all the creativity.
Melissa Leftrick
Love this kit!! So much versatility and it looks like so much fun!!
Audrey H
Love this kit and the add-ons. Beautiful!!!
Isabel Z
This kit is amazing!
Janet
I love the stencil that coordinates with the stamps and dies!
Sunshine HoneyBee
Enjoyed the hop. Wonderful kit. Wonderful creations. Was not able to comment on Jennifer M. blog. Will try again later. Ordered kit. Hoping I win so I can get some of the other add-ons.
Melissa
“Sunshine HoneyBee”
Theresa Chew
This kit is worth waiting for. Love the kangaroo and koala.
Sandy M
I really love these new stamps a these subjects are not seen often. They will make many beautiful cards.
SueBcoco
As usual, a beautiful kit. This brings back memories of my trip to Australia.
Susie Sonnier
What a great release
Brenda
Thank you for all you do, you guys are amazing and make creating so much more fun. Please stay safe.
KimK
This is a GREAT release! My niece spent 2 years in Australia so I’ll have lots of fun images to send to her.
Kailash
Love the amazing thought process in designing this kit. Thank you Hero Arts for inspiring us as always with your beautiful kits!
Priscilla Bade
I will enjoy this kit when it arrives! But I stopped at the first two bloggers and could not find Comment boxes in their posts.
Nancy Pearce
I love this kit and all the add-ons this month, especially the patterned animals. I hope they will still be available when I go back to work and have a pay check. I am so glad that I purchased a 6-month subscription so that I can still get these great kits that you are creating for us while iI am out of work.
Nancy Knapp
Love this new monthly kit! Also love the animal extras! Really looking forward to getting this kit!
Marty B
Such an amazing kit and love the add on’s and your water scenes!
Carol Wortman
I’m so sad to not see my name Waaaaaaa !! I really want this kit. OUTSTANDING! You guys are such fun! Best kit ever! Thanks Hero .arts Really love your products and all you do! AMAZING. Please stay safe and healthy we need your inspiration!
Susan McRae
Wonderful and unique kit! It’s fun to see so many animal images included!
Sarita Salmon
Great release! I want it all.
Heather DePasquale
I think what touches me most is that you would showcase Australia and the loss that they’ve experienced last year and now. I used to collect stuffed koala bears way before we became a global community. So, way to go Hero Arts for touching so many hearts.
Alefiyah Hasan
Wowww.. amazing as usual.. Already in love with the new release..!!! Looking forward to the live tomorrow❤️
Jamie M Moeckly
I want it all! What a neat release!
Carla Stiksma
Another gorgeous kit and so wonderful to see Hero Arts helping with the aftermath of CoVid-19.
Schmidenkiwi
You managed to smuggle in at least 2 new zealanders in your kit. Not sure if they will like it in NZ to be part of Australia, but how could I resist a set with kiwis ;-)
Carol Wortman
WOW! I just knew it would be great. (Wish I were Ms. Shirley). Wonderful kit Hero Arts! This is gonna jump off the shelves! Thanks for all you do and please stay safe and healthy! Oxox
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