MDscrapaholic
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Post by MDscrapaholic on Dec 1, 2017 20:52:29 GMT
I'm not really enthusiastic about this one. It is pretty, but I'm not sure I'll use it.   |
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Post by freeatlast on Dec 1, 2017 21:23:30 GMT
I have to say I'm glad I cancelled my subscription. Over the past few months, I found more misses than hits and this one would definitely fall into the miss category. Not that it's not a nice kit - it's just something I wouldn't use and I'm trying to limit what I add to my collection.
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Post by anniefb on Dec 1, 2017 21:38:42 GMT
Definitely not something I'd be interested in.
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Post by scrapaddict702 on Dec 1, 2017 22:03:57 GMT
Is it supposed to be religious in nature? If so, ick. If these are just highlights of add-ons, that's another thing. I thought December was usually themed around new years and parties in general? I don't understand the Aladdin palace style/manger scene die or the palm trees. Definitely looks like I won't be tempted for this month.
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Post by icequeen on Dec 1, 2017 22:31:12 GMT
Is it supposed to be religious in nature? If so, ick. If these are just highlights of add-ons, that's another thing. I thought December was usually themed around new years and parties in general? I don't understand the Aladdin palace style/manger scene die or the palm trees. Definitely looks like I won't be tempted for this month. Okay, I thought it was just me. I get the whole diversity and all-inclusive thing, but putting Princess Jasmine on Christmas cards for adults is a little strange even to the open-minded. SaveSave |
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oaksong
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Post by oaksong on Dec 2, 2017 1:19:15 GMT
Not something I would use, for the most part. It has some pretty elements though.
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Post by joblackford on Dec 2, 2017 1:35:21 GMT
Looking at their website, it looks like the November kit was Christmas themed, which makes sense, and last December was New Years themed. So I'm guessing this isn't intended to be used for Christmas cards (bit late if it was anyway). But no, I can't think of what I would use it for - not from these examples anyway.
I'm surprised they can use Aladdin-looking elements - did they license Jasmine from Disney?? or is she just generic enough to avoid a lawsuit??
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Post by artisticscrapper on Dec 2, 2017 1:51:25 GMT
Maybe it’s Scheherazade. You light up 1001 Arabian nights. In any case the images are nice but nothing I’d use.
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Post by mamakoala on Dec 3, 2017 0:16:41 GMT
darn. this is the first month's subscription for me. i don't love it.
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Post by oaksong on Dec 3, 2017 2:28:01 GMT
darn. this is the first month's subscription for me. i don't love it. Oh, that's too bad. Maybe there will be more to it that you'll like once it's all revealed. |
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Post by BSideCrafter on Dec 3, 2017 4:44:40 GMT
At first glance, I don't love it and thought about skipping. After discussing it with my husband who gets his own iffy hobby box a month. He decided I should get it because it could push me to be creative or bits and pieces could be usable.
And there's a surprise gift and mysteries things are popular in my house this month.
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clio
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Post by clio on Dec 3, 2017 13:36:11 GMT
Guess I'm the exception - 1001 Nights looks like fun & will push me creatively which is my main reason for subscribing.
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Post by gale w on Dec 4, 2017 1:06:04 GMT
At first glance, I don't love it and thought about skipping. After discussing it with my husband who gets his own iffy hobby box a month. He decided I should get it because it could push me to be creative or bits and pieces could be usable. And there's a surprise gift and mysteries things are popular in my house this month. unfortunately you can't just skip the hero arts kits. You'd have to cancel your entire subscription. |
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Post by BSideCrafter on Dec 4, 2017 1:48:38 GMT
At first glance, I don't love it and thought about skipping. After discussing it with my husband who gets his own iffy hobby box a month. He decided I should get it because it could push me to be creative or bits and pieces could be usable. And there's a surprise gift and mysteries things are popular in my house this month. unfortunately you can't just skip the hero arts kits. You'd have to cancel your entire subscription. I swear somewhere I read you could skip 1, but I don't see it on the FAQ now. Okay well I'm getting this month's kit for sure then |
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Post by johna on Dec 4, 2017 10:48:33 GMT
I am not thrilled with what I have seen, either. I may put mine up for sale. I guess I will look for the full reveal, but so far I am not at all excited about it.
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MDscrapaholic
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Post by MDscrapaholic on Dec 4, 2017 18:16:31 GMT
I guess I'm keeping mine but it's not one of my faves. I do like the ink colors and the large stencil.  |
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Post by BSideCrafter on Dec 4, 2017 18:29:56 GMT
I like this more than in the previews. I thought several of the pieces in the kit were going to be add-ons that I wouldn't want to buy. The greetings are a bit cheezy though, but I'm already thinking of a good birthday card or two I could make with this when I get time to play.
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Post by mamakoala on Dec 4, 2017 18:32:43 GMT
the only parts i really dislike are the people. and i guess i probably won't use the camel much. i do like the ink colors and the large stencil.
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Post by pinklady on Dec 4, 2017 18:52:16 GMT
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Post by anniefb on Dec 4, 2017 18:58:31 GMT
The only thing I like is the stencil.
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Post by gale w on Dec 4, 2017 19:06:11 GMT
Wow. Never thought I'd see the day. |
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Post by anniefb on Dec 4, 2017 19:11:54 GMT
Wow. Never thought I'd see the day. Same here. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 4, 2017 20:21:06 GMT
That made me chuckle..."I didn't get to play with the kits but you should still buy it"...I'm dying. |
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Post by gale w on Dec 4, 2017 20:24:33 GMT
To be fair, she didn't say you should still buy it. Here's the exact text:
Hi! I just wanted to give you a heads up that the new Hero Arts My Monthly Hero December Kit is now available.
Although I wasn’t able to play with the kit this month, I wanted to let you know it just went for sale – these kits sell out fast. You can find the kit and all the available add-ons HERE.
I like that Hero Arts works hard to make sure they offer something very different each month. So unique!
My favorites? The Hero Arts Mandala and Floral Tile Background Stamp… and the Hero Arts Filigree Border Die!
nowhere in that do I see anything saying anyone should buy it.
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Post by moraie on Dec 4, 2017 20:29:25 GMT
Guess I'm the exception - 1001 Nights looks like fun & will push me creatively which is my main reason for subscribing. I ended up liking it, too. I don't care so much for the 1001 Nights characters themselves, but I like the oasis stamps, the hanging lights and the camel, and I like that they left the sand dunes neutral enough to use them for snow. The background die reminds me of wicker, and I really love the little window style die. That one would be gorgeous with florals. I don't think the design team stuff was very inspiring this month, and I was looking forward to Jennifer McGuire's video. I'm sad to see she's not doing one. I'm wondering if they got their DT sets out late and people were rushed. |
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Post by scrapaddict702 on Dec 4, 2017 20:35:45 GMT
The reveal makes it look nicer, but still nothing I would use. Except the inks...so of course they're exclusive, lol.
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Post by binkiemonstermom on Dec 4, 2017 20:58:29 GMT
I must be the lone one that loves it. I like the sentiments. I immediately thought Disney scrapbook pages or cards. I can't wait to get mine
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Post by jerseystampinguy on Dec 4, 2017 22:53:51 GMT
I was a little reluctant to buy the set, it's certainly different but there is something about it I really like. I have the Africa kit from last June (I think that's when it was) and this kit looks like certain elements in it would work well with that kit. I also make some same-sex style couple cards geared to my gay brothers, that little Aladdin dude would look awesome either mirror stamped so there are two of them together or paired with another guy type stamp. Gotta look in my stash and see what might work. Oh...and a nice change, they have a free shipping option...WOOT WOOT!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 4, 2017 23:07:21 GMT
To be fair, she didn't say you should still buy it. Here's the exact text: Hi! I just wanted to give you a heads up that the new Hero Arts My Monthly Hero December Kit is now available.
Although I wasn’t able to play with the kit this month, I wanted to let you know it just went for sale – these kits sell out fast. You can find the kit and all the available add-ons HERE.
I like that Hero Arts works hard to make sure they offer something very different each month. So unique!
My favorites? The Hero Arts Mandala and Floral Tile Background Stamp… and the Hero Arts Filigree Border Die!nowhere in that do I see anything saying anyone should buy it. I stand corrected  her stamp of approval is implied since she's providing an affiliate link. |
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Post by digirlwiz on Dec 5, 2017 0:52:52 GMT
I must be the lone one that loves it. I like the sentiments. I immediately thought Disney scrapbook pages or cards. I can't wait to get mine Don't feel alone...I like it too!  I see myself making Valentine cards with it as well as kids birthday cards. The ink colors look amazing! I also ordered 2 of the stamp set add ons. I am behind using the kits for the past few months but I will have some time off in January and look forward to playing with several of the recent kits...would be great to even start making cards for NEXT Christmas-- lol! I still have 37 to make for this year!
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her stamp of approval is implied since she's providing an affiliate link. 
I see myself making Valentine cards with it as well as kids birthday cards. The ink colors look amazing! I also ordered 2 of the stamp set add ons.