Hello, creative friends! Today, I'm excited to share a festive and fabulous card inspired by the iconic Rockettes, featuring some amazing new products from the Hero Arts + Ralph Tyndall Fall 2024 Release! This card showcases the glamorous holiday spirit, complete with a marquee message, stage curtains, and a trio of high-kicking dancers. For those of you who want a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards from Hero Arts, click HERE to join the IG Hop.
Let’s take a closer look at how I brought this holiday scene to life.
CARD RECIPE
- SA264 HA + RT Color Layering Stage Curtain Stencils: Used to create the beautifully blended stage backdrop.
- DF186 HA + RT Stage Curtain Fancy Die (F): For the dramatic stage curtain scene.
- SB416 HA + RT Holiday Marquee Messages Bundle (C): Stamps and dies for that bold “Merry Christmas” marquee sign.
- SB414 HA + RT Sparkling Holiday Stage Bundle (E): Featuring stamps and dies for the Rockettes-inspired dancers and coordinating holiday elements.
- India Black Ink: To stamp all the main images and details.
- Copic Markers: For coloring the dancers and stage props.
- Liquid Applique: (older product) Added to the dancers' costumes for the fluffy white Santa fur trim. Another option PW121 White Puff Embossing Powder
- Gel Pens: Gold, sparkle, and white for small highlights and added sparkle details.
- Foam Adhesive: To add dimension to various elements on the card, making the stage and marquee pop.
- Distress Oxide Inks: For ink blending the vibrant background.
How I Created the Card:
Creating the Stage: The star of this card is the DF186 HA + RT Stage Curtain Fancy Die, which cuts a beautiful stage curtain, framing the scene. I used the SA264 HA + RT Color Layering Stage Curtain Stencils to ink blend the stage with rich reds and oranges, giving it that theater feel. The distress oxide inks were perfect for blending out a smooth and vibrant backdrop.
Stamping & Coloring the Dancers: I stamped the dancers from the SB414 HA + RT Sparkling Holiday Stage Bundle using India Black Ink. These fabulous ladies were brought to life with Copic Markers, keeping their costumes classic in red and white. I added dimension to their Santa hats and outfits with Liquid Applique, which puffed up to create a fluffy texture once heat set.
Spotlights and Marquee Sign: The SB416 HA + RT Holiday Marquee Messages Bundle was perfect for the large, bold “Merry Christmas” sign. After die-cutting the marquee, I colored it in and added small details with a gold gel pen to mimic the lights around the sign. I also glued down two small gems to act as spotlights shining down on the stage.
Finishing Touches: I used foam adhesive to pop up the dancers and marquee for added dimension. For extra sparkle, I used a sparkle gel pen on small details like the wreath and presents, and added highlights with a white gel pen to give the scene a polished look.
Inside: To complete this card, I used a sentiment from the SB414 HA + RT Sparkling Holiday Stage Bundle.
This Rockettes-inspired card brings a fun and festive holiday spirit, showcasing the wonderful products from the Hero Arts + Ralph Tyndall Fall 2024 Release. The stage curtain die and layered stencils really brought depth to the scene, while the marquee and dancers give it that Broadway Christmas feel. I hope this card inspires you to create your own holiday-themed stage scenes!
Don’t forget to check out the full Hero Arts + Ralph Tyndall collection to see all the amazing new releases. Let me know in the comments what is your favorite product from this release—I’d love to see your projects!
Happy Holidays and Merry Crafting!
Ilda 🕺
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