October My Monthly Hero Countdown: Idea #4 and Giveaway!

Ilina Crouse

We are back with another look at the October My Monthly Hero release! The kit will be available on Monday, October 2nd at 1pm Eastern/10 am Pacific. We’ll be sharing ideas for using the main kit and optional add-on products all weekend long, so stay tuned for more project inspiration! Now let’s join Ilina, who is sharing another look at this fabulous kit.

I love Christmas and Christmas crafting! The October My Monthly Hero kit has so much potential and there are so many possibilities for this kit. I love coloring and building scenes, so that's what I did for my card today. I stamped the images onto Snow Layering paper using Intense Black ink, colored them with Chameleon pens and die cut them using the coordinating dies (note: the elves were hand cut ;)) Onto a separate panel of Snow Layering paper I stamped the mountains and colored them with Chameleon pens, then masked them off and blended Soft Pool shadow ink to create the sky. 

To create the window I used a Woodgrain card stock piece trimmed down to 4" x 5 1/4" and die cut a circle using the Circle Infinity Dies. I stamped the sentiment onto a 1/2" x 5 1/4" strip of Blush layering paper using Versamark ink and embossed with White embossing powder

To create the snow on the mountain and the house, I used the thick lacquer that comes in the kit and applied it carefully to the areas where I wanted snow to "appear". Then, I gently sprinkled some Silver embossing powder and gently heat set it (tip: don't overheat it as the thick lacquer will start to bubble). I adhered the window frame and the Snow panel together using mounting tape. I adhered all the elements, the sentiment and few Poinsettia sequins. Then adhered onto a Blush note card.

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 all of the comments left across all countdown posts and announce the winner first thing Monday morning, October 2nd, before the kit launches at 1pm Eastern. The more you comment, the more chances to win!

Thanks so much for stopping by! Be sure to come back tomorrow for additional Countdown posts with more inspiration!

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  • Cheri

    Cute card! The thick lacquer sounds interesting – can’t wait to try it!

  • Maria

    So christmas colorful!!! Beautiful

  • Kim Cole

    I love this scene. Very cute!

  • Marie O.

    A so sweet and adorable card :)

  • Jacalyn

    My favorite holiday theme, snowglobes and elves

377 Responses

Amber

Amber

Sep 30, 2017

So adorable❣️ I have plans for those elves❣️

Monica Maier

Monica Maier

Sep 30, 2017

I love the mini scene Ilina!!! Can’t wait to see more.

Tracy

Tracy

Sep 30, 2017

Such a cute scene. Looks like a great kit!

Kathy s

Kathy s

Sep 30, 2017

What a great card. I am so loving these images and seeing so many options for scenes using all the elements,not just for Christmas but all year long. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win.

Ashley

Ashley

Sep 30, 2017

This is absolutely adorable!! I would love to win this kit!!

Francine Dodwell

Francine Dodwell

Sep 30, 2017

beautiful coloring on this scene card. Love the snow and the elves are cool.. wonder if there will be reindeers too

Chrissy E

Chrissy E

Sep 30, 2017

Oh heavens! This is so cute!

Lauren

Lauren

Sep 30, 2017

This kit looks like it will be so great for making adorable Christmas scenes! Super cute!

Raven

Raven

Sep 30, 2017

This card is so cute. I especially love the glitter on the mountain tops. :D

Michelle Sabata

Michelle Sabata

Sep 30, 2017

Oh my gosh, this set is SO cute! It just sings CHRISTMAS. I love that Santa & Mrs. Claus are waving, how friendly of them!

Susan Nichols

Susan Nichols

Sep 30, 2017

Your scene reminds me so much of Switzerland (minus the elves – which I can’t believe you hand cut – they are tiny!) Thanks for sharing.

Diane B

Diane B

Sep 30, 2017

Love the wonderful scenes created using this kit. I love what I’ve seen of the mountains. Can’t wait for the reveal.

Yanet

Yanet

Sep 30, 2017

Beautiful card. I love the snow effects on the mountain and rooftop. It certainly brings the magic of Christmas time to this card.

Jeri

Jeri

Sep 30, 2017

Such a cute card. I love the woodgrain paper.

Dayle Shimamura

Dayle Shimamura

Sep 30, 2017

Super cute card! Can’t wait to see the new kit!

Lana Klair

Lana Klair

Sep 30, 2017

Love this card, beautiful scene and amazing coloring!!!
kathleen dumpert

kathleen dumpert

Sep 30, 2017

I am hoping the lil elves stamps are part of the new hero arts kit as they are so cute!

Carol K

Carol K

Sep 30, 2017

such coloring goodness …

Paulette H

Paulette H

Sep 30, 2017

These elves are too cute!

Maeghan m.

Maeghan m.

Sep 30, 2017

Love those sweet little elves!

Catherine

Catherine

Sep 30, 2017

Love the elves!!

Brenda

Brenda

Sep 30, 2017

Love it! Thanks for the great tips in your post, Ilina.

Megan

Megan

Sep 30, 2017

This is my favorite so far!

Sue McRae

Sue McRae

Sep 30, 2017

Those elves are adorable and I love the heat embossed snow!

Linda Sodano

Linda Sodano

Sep 30, 2017

This Monthly Hero set looks like it is going to be fun to create with. Love today’s card!

KarenAnn

KarenAnn

Sep 30, 2017

Love these images…will play nicely with other holiday items that I have.

Lisie

Lisie

Sep 30, 2017

Thank you for such a lovely kit! I would love to win!

Robin P

Robin P

Sep 30, 2017

Such a cute card. Can’t wait for the reveal on Monday.

Pat k

Pat k

Sep 30, 2017

Love the holiday kits!

Bethany

Bethany

Sep 30, 2017

This is going to help me get cards & tags long before the holidays!

Lorianne I

Lorianne I

Sep 30, 2017

Really brings back memories of childhood excitement and imaginings of the Christmas season. So much fun!

Gabriella B

Gabriella B

Sep 30, 2017

Oh my , how sweet, i just love this set already

Roslyn

Roslyn

Sep 30, 2017

What a cute card!

Melissa SunshineHoneyBee

Melissa SunshineHoneyBee

Sep 30, 2017

Like the wonderful Elves & scene.
Melissa
“Sunshine HoneyBee”

Patt H.

Patt H.

Sep 30, 2017

Love this adorable card! Such a pretty scene with that awesome snow & the elves are so cute!

Julia M.

Julia M.

Sep 30, 2017

I know I am going to love this set! It’s adorable!

Denise Bryant

Denise Bryant

Sep 30, 2017

Adorable scene with beautiful coloring! The elves are cute as can be! Love the snow-capped mountains in the background too… always fun to add a bit of sparkle!

Amy Cooley

Amy Cooley

Sep 30, 2017

Adorable scene! Love those little elves!

Becca Yahrling

Becca Yahrling

Sep 30, 2017

I just love this adorable scene!! I want to play with those sweet elves. lol

Fanny Cantero

Fanny Cantero

Sep 30, 2017

Love everything about this card! Such a bright and cheery card for the holidays!

Sandra

Sandra

Sep 30, 2017

I love the fonts used on the sentiments. Reminds me of the 1950’s!! That little elf holding the teddy bear is so adorable!! I wanna take them both home with me!! hehe Thanks for sharing your beautiful card! =)

VioletT

VioletT

Sep 30, 2017

So excited to see the release of this kit, love this card!

Ann K.

Ann K.

Sep 30, 2017

Oh, the elves! The one with the teddy bear as big as him/herself! Too adorable…

Tiffany

Tiffany

Sep 30, 2017

So cute! I’m looking forward to seeing the full kit.

Naama E

Naama E

Sep 30, 2017

Adorable! Can’t wait for the reveal :D

leslie Pierson

leslie Pierson

Sep 30, 2017

The card is way to cute! I so love the elves and the scene.

Shawn Wenrich

Shawn Wenrich

Sep 30, 2017

How adorable can’t wait to see this kit!

Susan King

Susan King

Sep 30, 2017

Oh a laquer I am excited. It is so nice to get a tasting of different products!

Barbara-Jean

Barbara-Jean

Sep 30, 2017

A delightful card! Would love to make one like it!

Jean K

Jean K

Sep 30, 2017

Such an adorable card. ?

Beverley Hollis

Beverley Hollis

Sep 30, 2017

So cute! Can’t wait for this kit to arrive!

Lindarub

Lindarub

Sep 30, 2017

Cute card.

Heidi Macy

Heidi Macy

Sep 30, 2017

Your card is so sweet! I can tell this is going to be an amazing kit!

Jill S

Jill S

Sep 30, 2017

Adorable!!

Ashley Twigg

Ashley Twigg

Sep 30, 2017

I can’t wait to get my lit so I can start creating some of these cute cards.

Nicole

Nicole

Sep 30, 2017

The elves are adorable!

Judy

Judy

Sep 30, 2017

Such a cute and happy scene!

Deborah Kaye

Deborah Kaye

Sep 30, 2017

Bring on the elves and Christmas! Cute card!

Karry

Karry

Sep 30, 2017

I am really loving this kit even though I haven’t seen the whole thing yet.

Ashley Wells

Ashley Wells

Sep 30, 2017

The sequins provide such a beautiful touch!

Kailash

Kailash

Sep 30, 2017

Such an adorable card, love the cute scene with the sweet images and the added glitter is fabulous!!!

Diane Burt

Diane Burt

Sep 30, 2017

Only Hero could come out with a kit this awesome!!!

Mary D

Mary D

Sep 30, 2017

The elves are so cute! Love the card.

Cha

Cha

Sep 30, 2017

I love the glitter that you gave to the card and the bright colors! Gorgeous!

Michelle H

Michelle H

Sep 30, 2017

Thanks for sharing your creative artistry! Love the card! Can’t wait for the kit release!

Celeste

Celeste

Sep 30, 2017

Cute!

Brandy Duncan

Brandy Duncan

Sep 30, 2017

I’m am so excited about seeing the entire kit. This design is so adorable, and the little elves are so adorable.

Edlyn

Edlyn

Sep 30, 2017

What an adorable card. Santa’s elves are just too cute in this kit!

Karen Hale

Karen Hale

Sep 30, 2017

This scene is so adorable. Love how the little elves are placed on top of the circle cut out.

Laura Whelan

Laura Whelan

Sep 30, 2017

love the beautiful scene you created! thanks for the inspiration!

Leslie Birdsall

Leslie Birdsall

Sep 30, 2017

I love this card, so cute!

Rosemary Thielke

Rosemary Thielke

Sep 30, 2017

looks like it has LOTS of cute dies!

Jeanette D.

Jeanette D.

Sep 30, 2017

What a cute scene! I can’t wait to get this kit and I like that it’s the October kit and not November, so everyone has plenty of time to use it for Christmas projects. :)

Cherelyn

Cherelyn

Sep 30, 2017

Oh so cute. Absolutely love the font in this set.

Marjorie Dumontier

Marjorie Dumontier

Sep 30, 2017

This is great card !!

Karen T

Karen T

Sep 30, 2017

So super cute! Those little elves are precious! Gorgeous card! Loving this kit!

Anne B

Anne B

Sep 30, 2017

Super cute card!

Catherine

Catherine

Sep 30, 2017

Delightful…so cute for a family with kids!

Aimee Foley

Aimee Foley

Sep 30, 2017

Oh so cute

Linda W. (ScrappinBari)

Linda W. (ScrappinBari)

Sep 30, 2017

Fabulous scene – just love how you colored your images and added the glitter to the snow!!

jayne

jayne

Sep 30, 2017

The little house is so cute! This kit looks to be
a winner for sure.

Leanne in Cali

Leanne in Cali

Sep 30, 2017

Oh my gosh, I can’t get over how cute all of these cards are! Just beautiful!! Can’t wait to see the whole kit and add-ons.

Kim Smart

Kim Smart

Sep 30, 2017

Omg! So cute!!!! Love the colors in this one!!

E Nelson

E Nelson

Sep 30, 2017

How cute! Looks like a snowglobe!

Kkraft

Kkraft

Sep 30, 2017

I love this kit! The font on the sentiments is SO pretty.

Jackie

Jackie

Sep 30, 2017

Love this card so much! The red strip across the center really makes the image pop, along with the sparkly sequins, and the red elves and roof tops. Awesome!

kari mano

kari mano

Sep 30, 2017

Such a festive kit!!! I can not wait to see the whole kit! very excited for this one.

Christine

Christine

Sep 30, 2017

This scene is so adorable Iliana! The elves, the house, the mountains, I love everything about it. Loving this lit!

Brenda

Brenda

Sep 30, 2017

Love the images in this set!

Lyn C.

Lyn C.

Sep 30, 2017

The kit has elves, too?! Adorable! I love the wood grain you used to creat this card.

Betty Chen

Betty Chen

Sep 30, 2017

Such an adorable design. I am so excited for the holidays already!

Teresa Carvalho

Teresa Carvalho

Sep 30, 2017

I would like to see examples, on how to use these type of stamps, without having to color the images.
Thanks
Teresa

Lynn Abrams

Lynn Abrams

Sep 30, 2017

Beautiful! I am excited to see this months kit!

Siqi Zhou

Siqi Zhou

Sep 30, 2017

Love the elfs. So cute

Judith Totten

Judith Totten

Sep 30, 2017

The little elves are adorable!

Denise Dolder

Denise Dolder

Sep 30, 2017

Very cute!

Camilla

Camilla

Sep 30, 2017

Christmas is coming!

Dani

Dani

Sep 30, 2017

Love the elf with the bear!

Katherine

Katherine

Sep 30, 2017

This is too cute!

Rachel Walton

Rachel Walton

Sep 30, 2017

?It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas ???

Ana

Ana

Sep 30, 2017

OMG, it couldn’t be prettier!

Rachel Walton

Rachel Walton

Sep 30, 2017

?It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas ??

Christina

Christina

Sep 30, 2017

Absolutely adorable!! Can’t wait to get my hands on this kit!!

Traci Cooley

Traci Cooley

Sep 30, 2017

Cute little elves, great coloring on them.

Golda

Golda

Sep 30, 2017

This is adorable! Thanks for the tip on heating the thick lacquer. It’s always annoying to mess something up when you’ve already invested a lot of work in it.

Elise Smith

Elise Smith

Sep 30, 2017

What a cute scene! All these Christmas cards are making me happy :-D

Denise Kitts-Wadlow

Denise Kitts-Wadlow

Sep 30, 2017

The little scenes with the elves brings back memories of Christmas morning anticipation. Very cute card—looking forward to seeing the whole kit!

FD91354

FD91354

Sep 30, 2017

Love your card. There are so many cute images so far. This will be a fun creative kit.

Mary M.

Mary M.

Sep 30, 2017

Those little elves are adorable and your coloring is perfect!

Charlotte

Charlotte

Sep 30, 2017

The cards just keep getting more beautiful! I am so excited to get this kit!

Randy

Randy

Sep 30, 2017

Love the little elves!

Shilpa Nitin

Shilpa Nitin

Sep 30, 2017

Wow!! Beautiful card ?

Theda

Theda

Sep 30, 2017

I would love to win this kit. I am thinking of all the wonderful cards that I could make.

Lindar C

Lindar C

Sep 30, 2017

very cute, can’t wait to see more.

Rosemary D

Rosemary D

Sep 30, 2017

wow!! what an amazing scene you created!!!

Lisa

Lisa

Sep 30, 2017

Every example is so cute! I love the little tiny images and the houses. So cute! I hope you have enough kits so I can buy one when I get home from work!

Melissa Watson

Melissa Watson

Sep 30, 2017

Gorgeous card!!! I love all the details! Great job!

Renee

Renee

Sep 30, 2017

Love the elf’s!

Cindy Rice

Cindy Rice

Sep 30, 2017

Love the font!

Christy Q

Christy Q

Sep 30, 2017

I’m utterly in love with the charming scene you created, Ilina! I’m very intrigued about the lacquer since I love adding snow to my scenes and I’m always up for new ways to do it.

Aroa

Aroa

Sep 30, 2017

I love Xmas villages and scenes. Great job.

Denise Kasbohm

Denise Kasbohm

Sep 30, 2017

Love this. The coloring is amazing and brings the little elves to life. The elves are so cute in this set.

Janet D.

Janet D.

Sep 30, 2017

LOVE the elves, great card!

Ms. J

Ms. J

Sep 30, 2017

Your hand cutting is awesome and so is your card! Thanks!

Arianna Barbara

Arianna Barbara

Sep 30, 2017

Awww!!! So cute!!!

Denise

Denise

Sep 30, 2017

I can’t wait to get this kit and happy to hear there is lacquer in the kit!

Di Wong

Di Wong

Sep 30, 2017

This kit is darling and so much fun!