August My Monthly Hero Countdown + Giveaway: Day 3

Hero Arts

Welcome to our third and final day of countdown peeks before Monday's My Monthly Hero launch! Let's take a look at four spectacular cards from our Creative Team. For more details, you can follow the blog links provided below each photo, and don't forget to leave a comment for a chance to win a kit too!

If you've been following along, you may notice the first card features a Premium kit element that hasn't been shown until today. Any guesses?!

Project #9 created by Jennifer Kotas (Premium Kit)
Click HERE to visit her blog for more details.

Project #10 created by Channin Pelletier (Classic Kit)
Click HERE to visit her blog for more details.

Project #11 created by Emily Midgett (Premium Kit)
Click HERE to visit her blog for more details.

Project #12 created by Pocono Pam (Classic Kit)
Click HERE to visit her blog for more details.

Mark those calendars and set those alarms for the reveal! In tomorrow's launch blog hop, you'll see even more ways to use this kit to create gorgeous landscapes and cards for all occasions. We can't wait to show you!

WIN A KIT BEFORE YOU CAN BUY IT: Just leave a comment on this (and every) Countdown to Creativity post. We’ll randomly draw one lucky winner from comments left across all countdown posts on the Hero Arts blog. The winner will be announced first thing Monday morning, August 7, before the kit launches at 10am Pacific. The more you comment, the more chances to win. Good luck!


  • Williams

    Great cards!

  • catharina worthington

    Love the color scheme they used. I would have never thought about those colors for background mountains.

  • Debra Keane

    The mountains are calling my name! Another great kit!

  • Yuliya Mostoufi

    Beautiful cards! I love the nature theme of the new kit. Reminds me of Yosemite.

  • Cindy Graham

    can’t wait to see the entire kit tomorrow

82 Responses

Williams

Williams

Aug 07, 2023

Great cards!

catharina worthington

catharina worthington

Aug 07, 2023

Love the color scheme they used. I would have never thought about those colors for background mountains.

Debra Keane

Debra Keane

Aug 07, 2023

The mountains are calling my name! Another great kit!

Yuliya Mostoufi

Yuliya Mostoufi

Aug 07, 2023

Beautiful cards! I love the nature theme of the new kit. Reminds me of Yosemite.

Cindy Graham

Cindy Graham

Aug 07, 2023

can’t wait to see the entire kit tomorrow

K. Eley

K. Eley

Aug 07, 2023

Such an amazing wrap-up for the sneak peeks!!! This kit is going to go fast!!

Stacy Tiffin

Stacy Tiffin

Aug 07, 2023

I really love these mountain scenes, they’re gorgeous! And those cacti are adorable!!

Valerija Jakolic

Valerija Jakolic

Aug 07, 2023

Fabulous cards. I just love this kit!

Janet Sisk

Janet Sisk

Aug 07, 2023

My, oh my! More wonderful inspiration with the new kits. Thanks for sharing and for a chance to win. :D

Janet Sisk

Janet Sisk

Aug 07, 2023

My, oh my! More wonderful inspiration with the new kits. Thanks for sharing and for a chance to win. :D

Teresa L Wiles

Teresa L Wiles

Aug 07, 2023

What amazingly different looks have been achieved with this kit and its upgrade! Once again Hero Arts simply astounds me!

Patsy Armstead

Patsy Armstead

Aug 06, 2023

I really like Jennifer Kona’s card. I would not have known those pretty images were from transfers. Nice!

Katy Jessup

Katy Jessup

Aug 06, 2023

Loving these sneak peeks! Such fun cards…will be a wonderful MMH box!

Nancy Knapp

Nancy Knapp

Aug 06, 2023

I’m looking forward to seeing what else is in this month’s kit! I’m loving it so far!!

Manda Leong Johnston

Manda Leong Johnston

Aug 06, 2023

The cacti look so fresh and fun!

Christina Rannow

Christina Rannow

Aug 06, 2023

So excited for this new release tomorrow😍

Terrie D. (StarSpry

Terrie D. (StarSpry

Aug 06, 2023

These cards are great! I just love the mountains and trees :)

Barbara-Jean Kubik

Barbara-Jean Kubik

Aug 06, 2023

I just love this kit!

Nina S

Nina S

Aug 06, 2023

Can’t wait to see the full kit tomorrow! It’s sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Golda Peterson

Golda Peterson

Aug 06, 2023

Oh, I can’t wait to see everything! Love the ideas.

TD Smith

TD Smith

Aug 06, 2023

Mountains and trees and flowers and cacti, oh my!

Karen L K

Karen L K

Aug 06, 2023

I can’t wait to see the kits! The mountains and trees dies are such fun and those flowers… love them!

Pai C Meng

Pai C Meng

Aug 06, 2023

lovely samples!

JL

JL

Aug 06, 2023

Mountains are so versatile and I love evergreens that aren’t Christmas trees, scene building is my jam so I love this kit already!

Cassi D.

Cassi D.

Aug 06, 2023

I was all in, even before I saw the cacti! Can’t wait to see the kit.

Martha W

Martha W

Aug 06, 2023

I’m amazed by how many gorgeous cards have been made with the trees and mountains. So many options! And it seems any color of the rainbow works great.

Denise Bryant

Denise Bryant

Aug 06, 2023

Awesome cards! Love the cactus designs, the beautiful scenes and the pretty poppies! So many outdoor elements to put together in a variety of ways! Lots of possibilities!

Stacey Kowbel

Stacey Kowbel

Aug 06, 2023

So much gorgeous inspiration!

Anne Marie Davis

Anne Marie Davis

Aug 06, 2023

I look forward to seeing the rest of the sentiments in this kit. Beautiful cards!

Hilde Larsen

Hilde Larsen

Aug 06, 2023

Awesome projects, and those scenery dies are fantastic!

Geri Stuart

Geri Stuart

Aug 06, 2023

Spectacular cards! Looks like the Premium kit has flowers and cacti but the trees are my favorite so far. Just beautiful in terrific colors! Waiting eagerly for the rest!

Michele Whalen

Michele Whalen

Aug 06, 2023

The more designs I see the more anxious I am to see the full kit. It’s perfect for making masculine cards, as well as cards for anyone who loves nature and being outdoors. I’m really looking forward to tomorrow!

Phyllis Freese

Phyllis Freese

Aug 06, 2023

I see so many great cards featuring this new release. I just love all the detail on the mountain- top dies.

Shirley Temmle

Shirley Temmle

Aug 06, 2023

I love how well this month’s kit plays with color. I can already imagine so many beautiful cards! Looking forward to the reveal!

Linda Price

Linda Price

Aug 06, 2023

Great landscaping dies! And the stamp set has some interesting sentiments. Looking forward to the reveal tomorrow.

Gail Spresser

Gail Spresser

Aug 06, 2023

What a wonderful release ! Thanks for sharing! Love it all 💕🌸!

Cyndee Scholet

Cyndee Scholet

Aug 06, 2023

I am curious to see the cactii stamps/stencil? are going to fit in with the mountain scenery and tree dies. Looks like it will be another great kit!

Christy Malone

Christy Malone

Aug 06, 2023

I love these cards. Can’t wait to see the whole kit.

Nicole Redden

Nicole Redden

Aug 06, 2023

I love these gorgeous cact, trees and flowers!! You can never have too many of any of them, lol

Erika Rusch

Erika Rusch

Aug 06, 2023

I continue to be in love with the mountain cards. The cactus one was unexpected but still very fun

Lisa-Marie Jordan

Lisa-Marie Jordan

Aug 06, 2023

I love the cactus! This kit looks so fun!

Eoin Kennedy

Eoin Kennedy

Aug 06, 2023

I love Emily’s Project #11! Such a perfect card to send for any occasion.

Erika Hayes

Erika Hayes

Aug 06, 2023

That moment you reflect back and think… I am so happy I subscribe this sucker is gonna sell out quick!
i AM VERY happy that is my reflection today because WOWZERS this is just beautiful! Like every peek has been just better and better and it started out with a WOW! like I am speechless with this kit.

Barbara Kohn

Barbara Kohn

Aug 06, 2023

I adore cacti and always try to work them into my cards!

Michelle Bethel

Michelle Bethel

Aug 06, 2023

Love the cacti and poppies! Can’t wait to see the kit.

Megan T

Megan T

Aug 06, 2023

Great designs so far! Excited for the whole kit.

India Dausch

India Dausch

Aug 06, 2023

Absolutely gorgeous cards! I am definitely purchasing this kit ….I find it difficult to commit to kits as I either absolutely love them or can’t find a use in the world for them (and always forget to skip the month in advance)

Betty

Betty

Aug 06, 2023

Love the evergreen tree line- great scene builder!

Shawn Harcrow

Shawn Harcrow

Aug 06, 2023

Love hearing these cacti are transfers. I can’t wait to get my kit. I already know what I’m using them on.

Judith

Judith

Aug 06, 2023

I love all of the designs made with this kit and look forward to seeing the reveal!

Cynthia Olheiser

Cynthia Olheiser

Aug 06, 2023

Another fabulous group of designs with the August kit. Love the non-traditional colors which have been used with the tree/mountain dies.

Rebecca Ednie

Rebecca Ednie

Aug 06, 2023

Looks awesome. Can’t wait to see the whole kit!

Pat W.

Pat W.

Aug 06, 2023

This set has so much potential for beautiful cards for all occasions.

Mary Holshouser

Mary Holshouser

Aug 06, 2023

Fantastic release. You’ve covered all
the bases – outdoors, woodsy, flowers,
plants. thanks for sharing.

Margaret T.

Margaret T.

Aug 06, 2023

Lovely work! I especially am drawn to Pocono Pam’s card. It reminds me of dawn in a forest.

Renee Thompson

Renee Thompson

Aug 06, 2023

Oh I love the layered trees, the bright green with the dark just pops!

Alma Dirpaul

Alma Dirpaul

Aug 06, 2023

Another amazing kit!

Tracy Ross

Tracy Ross

Aug 06, 2023

I am loving this kit. The dies are amazing! Can’t wait for the full reveal.

Jeanne Rice

Jeanne Rice

Aug 06, 2023

Can’t wait to see the kit release! I love the trees, mountains, and now the cactus!

BECCA YAHRLING

BECCA YAHRLING

Aug 06, 2023

Looking forward to seeing this whole collection. Gorgeous inspiration!

Debi Walton

Debi Walton

Aug 06, 2023

The trees, the poppies, the cactus and everything else already revealed so far, I’m smitten with this kit. Especially the Premium kit.Also looking forward to seeing the other stamps and dies in the monthly release that compliments the kit.

Michelle Hackett

Michelle Hackett

Aug 06, 2023

Cactus!!! I love cacti. I don’t have a green thumb, so they are right up my alley. Excited to see the kit and all the extras.

Linda Crowley

Linda Crowley

Aug 06, 2023

Beautiful cards! Looks to be an interesting kit.

Joan washburn

Joan washburn

Aug 06, 2023

Love the colorful designs made with this kit.

Susan Lang

Susan Lang

Aug 06, 2023

Love those trees. The designers have shown so many wonderful color combinations other that just green!

Meghan Kennihan

Meghan Kennihan

Aug 06, 2023

I love the cactus card and all the great outdoor scenes!

Maddy Adolf

Maddy Adolf

Aug 06, 2023

I love all the nature scapes!

Terri Sandoval

Terri Sandoval

Aug 06, 2023

I’m looking forward to the full kit reveal.

Kelsey Thomas

Kelsey Thomas

Aug 06, 2023

Beautiful cards! I love the cacti!

Cyndi Morris

Cyndi Morris

Aug 06, 2023

Love these cards, especially the first one by Jennifer. What fun — and the sentiment is wonderful!

Fionna Wheatley

Fionna Wheatley

Aug 06, 2023

Jennifer- I think it’s a layering stencil?

Sue D

Sue D

Aug 06, 2023

Cute cacti, pretty flowers and wonderful scenes.

Lori Lehnen

Lori Lehnen

Aug 06, 2023

Even more fantastic inspiration today!
This months kit looks so versatile , can’t wait for the big reveal!

Cynthia Cole

Cynthia Cole

Aug 06, 2023

I think this is a fabulous kit.

Amy Cooley

Amy Cooley

Aug 06, 2023

Wonderful new kit this month. I love all the nature themed cards.

Helen Budzik

Helen Budzik

Aug 06, 2023

This promises to be a delightful release…I think it will be one of the best yet. Top of the wish list!

Laura P.

Laura P.

Aug 06, 2023

This Kit is awesome! The dies and sentiments are so versatile!

Lauryne Cunningham

Lauryne Cunningham

Aug 06, 2023

Since I live in the Southwest, Jennifer’s cactus card really caught my eye! Love it!

Julie Odil

Julie Odil

Aug 06, 2023

Such versatility in this kit! Gotgeous cards

Tab Ainsworth

Tab Ainsworth

Aug 06, 2023

This kit has just been taken to a whole new awesome level! Cannot wait for Monday!

Sandye Curry

Sandye Curry

Aug 06, 2023

Looks like a very versatile set!

Neva Hea

Neva Hea

Aug 06, 2023

I love the different color possibilities all the creative team used for the mountain scene and flowers.

The cactus stencil looks like it would go well with the desert scene from last year. I’m always hoping to stretch my dies and stamps from previous kit releases.