Extraordinary Extras: September Ideas + Video

Halloween Hero Studio September 2024

Sep 05, 2024 Hero Arts

It's time for our September Extraordinary Extras showcase! Each month, part of our Hero Studio release includes an assortment of new products that complement the monthly theme and Card Kit. We call these Extraordinary Extras. Unlike the Hero Studio subscription products, Extraordinary Extras are restocked in the shop if they sell out. Check out all of the frightfully, delightfully creative offerings below!

Shop for the September Extraordinary Extras here

Today we have Kelly Rasmussen here to share some fabulous "beyond the kit" ideas for a few of the extras. Take it away, Kelly...

Two products, two cards, two different styles! Today I'm showcasing the new Bat Infinity Dies and the Halloween Messages clear stamp set.

I started out by die-cutting a bunch of bats from Pitch Black Cardstock and Black Glitter Paper. (PSA: THE best black cardstock ever is currently in stock!)

Next I created the fun splattery ink-blended background. I blended Orchid Core Ink and Grape Juice Core Ink and then added a touch of Pitch Black Core Ink around the very edge. I used three different mediums to create the splatters: Silver Glimmer Metallic Ink, Black Liquid Watercolor, and White Acrylic Spray. And let me tell you, our new White Acrylic Spray is THE perfect white spray! You can use the spray nozzle for heavier coverage or dip your paintbrush in the bottle for a more controlled splatter.

I finished off the card with a white heat embossed message from the Halloween Messages stamp set. This set contains 16 classic and playful messages perfect for any Halloween card or project.

Seeing all those messages lined up next to each other inspired me create my next card. I find it relaxing to build backgrounds using various sentiments or smaller stamp images. There is just something about getting the images to perflectly nestle together that makes me happy.

I used some of the leftover bat diecuts from my first card to create a focal point. The largest Bat Infinity Die would also be great for a shaker card window or shaped card!

And can you see those beady bat eyes?!?! They were made with the Glow-in-the-Dark Lacquer Pen. This is a fun surprise for the recipient if they see the card in the dark!

For a full walkthrough of this month's extras, check out the video below. It's also available to view on YouTube.

A reminder for all Hero Studio subscribers: You have the opportunity to add more products, including but not limited to this month's Extraordinary Extras, to your kit shipments with no additional shipping charges. Simply log in to your Hero Arts store account and place your order by 8:00am PT on Friday, September 6 to take advantage of this offer.

We appreciate you stopping by today. Happy stamping!