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Day 30. Some special news!!

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Hello Friends, EEk!! Today is the last day of The Daily Marker 30 Day Coloring Challenge. The last day is always so bittersweet for me …it’s like when the holidays are over and you get that let down. I want to thank you each and everyone of you for making the challenge a success. Your daily visits, the comments, the participation, the support etc. etc.  T.H.A.N.K.   Y.O.U. from the bottom of my heart  🙂

I will be announcing a date for the next 30 day coloring challenge once I wind down, announce winners, visit all of you that uploaded to my blog etc. etc. Still lots to do lol.

For this last day …well it just happens to tie in with the most exciting announcement for me and I have been anxious to share it with you all.

My big news is that I, Kathy designed the stamp set for Hero Arts “My Monthly Hero”November kit!! Please pass me some fainting salts! My first ever stamp set with my own designs! As you can imagine it’s a dream come true!!! Hero Arts introduced their first kit in October and it sold out so fast….just a little pressure.

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So today is a sneak peek of sorts. The full set will be revealed & go on sale this Monday at NOON on the Hero Arts web site. You will find more sneaks on the Hero Arts blog today and all weekend leading up to Monday. Nothing like playing with your own stamp set. Sooo many fun little elements to make mini terrariums, eco systems and or ornaments. 

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I turned one of the succulents into coral for my watery scene. I colored the windows in the pagoda so that it”lights up” and glows inside my blown glass ball.

Hero Arts is NOT revealing my name yet and only you guys will know that little secret. Can you keep that little secret until Saturday?

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On Monday at 7am EST Hero Arts will announce a winner of one of the “My Monthly Hero” kits from the comments left on the Hero Arts blog this weekend. AT NOON EST on Monday, Hero Arts will reveal the full kit on their blog and so will I. The kits will go live in the store at that time….it’s all pretty dang exciting. I will also have a giveaway on my blog on Monday. Here is the link to the Hero Arts blog if you want to see more sneaks of the kit. I am super excited & I hope you love it as much as I do.

As far as the challenge goes you can continue to play along for the next few days so we can separate slowly lol. I will be back Monday for the full reveal of the kit and later next week I will announce the winners to all of the giveaways. Thanks again and again for everything! Big ole’ hugs, Kathy

P.S. TO LINK UP & share your coloring click here and go to the bottom of the post. In case you missed it you can read all about the 30 Day Coloring Challenge here.

P.S.S.If you wan to see what everyone is submitting for The Daily Marker 30 Day. Click here to see what is being shared on my blog but,  you need to scroll to the bottom of the post. You can click here too to see everything under the hashtag #thedailymarker3day3 that’s on Instagram.

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  2. Laura says

    Wow! Congratulations Kathy!!! Your cards are always amazing, and now we all are going to enjoy your stamps. Thanks for another month of inspiration!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks Laura I think I am blushing. It was a fun month and I am looking forward to doing it again. 🙂

  3. Jan D. Florida, USA says

    Congrats to you on the wonderful news. I’m not at all surprised. You are very talented and share your knowledge….BRAVO!!!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Yay that’s music to my ears and sooo happy you like it. Glad you liked the challenge and I will be doing it again. Soon I will announce my next Pop UP Challenge 🙂

  7. Tami B says

    I don’t usually get your posts till later in the day via email, but I just saw the Hero Arts post and had to pop over to see if I was right……big hooray & congratulations! Can’t wait to see more of the kit.

  8. Barbra L. says

    I am so excited for you! Can’t wait to see the whole kit! Congrats to a very talented person!

  10. Mommyeyedr says

    OMG…so freakin exciting! So happy for you…what an honor and a fantastic company to partner with. …look forward to seeing more…Congrats!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks soo much Sandy -Beverly lol I can’t help myself . Hero Arts is the best and they are like my first boyfriend. 🙂

  11. Jann Gray says

    Congrats! I’m over the moon happy for you! What a very talented lady you are! I love terrariums. ..this will be so fun to play with! Happy, happy and HAPPY yet again!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Awww thanks for the love Jann and that’s music to my ears that you like it. Woo hoo 🙂

  12. Tess Hackett says

    Congrats Kathy! So excited for you and I am positively gidding about this stamp. I am loving the sneak peeks and can’t wait till Monday to buy it. Beautiful job and good work!

  13. Lisa T says

    Congratulations Kathy! That is really exciting for you and I am thrilled for you at reaching this dream of yours. Enjoy the ride! Xx

  14. theCook says

    Wow! Congrats! You must be so proud to have your own stamps made from such a well-known company! Love the succulent in the first bauble…

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Yay so happy you like that succulent and yes OMG I am sooo lucky. Hero ARts was like my first boyfriend! 🙂

  17. Janet K says

    Congrats Kathy!! That is very exciting news and I’m sure it will sell out it looks very cool!!

  18. Brandi R says

    Super huge CONGRATS!!!! That is FANTASTIC and LOVE the sneaks. Wonderful cards and adorable images ♥♥♥

  22. Carol Casavant says

    Big “Congrats” to you, Kathy…!!! That is awesome news…Love you, your talent, and Hero Arts…!!!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks so much Janet can I tell ya that’s music to my ears and makes me so happy. (that you love what I created) You are a sweetheart 🙂

  26. Kathy H says

    Congratulations Kathy! And this is a wonderful and unique idea. I love it! I have made many terrariums in my past and have never seen one set that had all of these elements. You can do so much with this set! Thanks once again for 30 wonderful days!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Yay Kathy thanks!!! Thanks for really checking it out and I can’t wait for you to see the other elements. Glad you liked the challenge and I will be doing it again. Soon I will announce my next Pop UP Challenge 🙂

  27. barb macaskill says

    How exciting! I don’t know anyone who is more deserving of this honor than you!! Now to figure out how to come up with the money to order it before they sellout!!! Can’t wait because it looks like a really fun and versatile set!!! YAY!!!! CONGGRATULATIONS!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Awww Barb I don’t want to take the jingle out of your pocket . I am trilled that you like it that much. Thanks for the love 🙂

  29. Valerie Breingan says

    I’m soo very happy for you.This is a brilliant design.Omgoodness the ideas with this set would never end.What a blessing.Huge adorns award my friend.Wish it wasn’t the last day.But I had a blast

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Aww thanks Valerie that is MUSIC to my ears sooo happy you like it. Glad you liked the challenge too and I will be doing it again. Soon I will announce my next Pop UP Challenge 🙂

  32. Yvonne B. says

    Oh my goodness, that IS exciting news! Congratulations! That must have been a ton of work to create the set and so rewarding! I’m very happy for you and know it must be the biggest kick ever!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks so much Yvonne!!! You are right it’s a HUGE kick. Hero Arts was like my first boyfriend lol 🙂

  33. Pat R says

    OH Kathy! I could not be happier for you! Yet more proof that good things come to good people!! I will be on the hero arts store at noon on Monday because with your dedicated fans that kit may hit a sold out in no time record!! Sending prayers of thanks and praise on your behalf right now. Yay YOU!!!!
    Pat

  34. Laurie DiGregorio says

    So happy for you! I’m setting an alarm on my phone so I don’t miss out on this set, lol! I’m going to miss this 30 Day Challenge so much. It’s given me back some of my missing MOJO! Thanks for all you do for us. You are truly appreciated! ❤❤❤

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Awww Laurie you are such a sweetheart. Thanks and so happy you found your mojo!!! Glad you liked the challenge and I will be doing it again. Soon I will announce my next Pop UP Challenge 🙂

  36. Mary Holshouser says

    Congratulations on your new stamp set.
    I think it is wonderful. It is unique and fun.
    Love the terrarium idea. The little elf is darling.
    The underwater scenes are great.
    Can’t wait to get my hands on this set.
    thanks for sharing.
    Happy Halloween. Go rest – you deserve it

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks so much Mary and I can’t wait for you to see the rest . Thanks for noticing all of the elements..that’s music to my ears. Rest will come next weekend 🙂

  37. SUSAN JACOBS says

    Wonderful idea. The under the sea in a drop of water is so pretty. I love how you put it together. It may not be the way you thought of it. Just the way I saw it. Love it. Congrats on your success.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks Susan and you are right…. the background…that idea wasn’t so intentional but, i trusted my instincts. So happy you like it. 🙂

  38. Dana Joy says

    I am SOOOO freakin excited for you Kathy. Wonderful news! I can’t wait to see it. And I LOVE this card. Where did the last thirty days go? Can’t wait to do it again. So many talented people join in on this challenge. Such an inspiration.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Awww thanks for making me ever more excited Dana .. you are a sweetheart I know right!! 30 days flies by… as you know I will be doing it again. Soon I will announce my next Pop UP Challenge 🙂

  39. Jo Ann D. says

    Awesome news! Congratulations. It looks like an amazing stamp set. I might just have to order the kit!!!

  41. Colleen Balija says

    Congratulations Kathy! I am really happy for you. I wish you much success in your journey.

  42. Rubeena says

    Thank you for all you do!!!! I didn’t get to play along as much but I’m still happy for all the inspiration. Your new kit looks SOOOO cute!!! I hope to get my hands on it. Congratulations on designing your first one! 🙂

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Awww Ruby you are such a love thank you!! The premise of the challenge is to do it when you can and I am happy you found some time. Woo hoo 🙂

  43. Bobbie says

    AWESOME Kathy, I am so excited for you and for us knowing this little secret. I can’t wait to get one. This 30 day challenge has been exciting for me with your help. I was able to sneak away from the stress of the repairs and relax and craft. Thanks again for yet another wonderful fun filled exciting 30 day challenge.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Awww Bobbie you are such a sweetheart and that’s music to my ears!! That’s what the challenge is all about and delighted you found time. Glad you liked the challenge and I will be doing it again. Soon I will announce my next Pop UP Challenge 🙂

  45. Patti Willey says

    Yay! I’m so proud of you! Look how busy you’ve been behind the scenes! I’ll stop over to the Hero Arts Blog to make sure I’m signed up for emails woooo!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Awww thanks Patti!! It was a good crazy behind the coloring challenge. Thanks for the love 🙂

  46. Carol H. says

    A big congratulations to you! I can’t imagine how exciting that must be. You’re an awesome artist and Hero Arts is a fantastic company!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks so much Carol!! Yes soooo exciting and Hero Arts is the best! They were like my first boyfriend lol 🙂

  47. KT Fit Kitty says

    Woohoo! Go, Kathy! So super excited for you! Congratulations! Very well deserved! Love the sneak peek!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks so much Fit Kitty!! You are making me even more excited!!! So happy you love the sneak 🙂

  49. Helen Gullett says

    I knew it! I saw Hero Art blog this morning and was wondering if that was you… And it is YOU! Congratulations, Kathy!! Your card is stunning as always with your coloring techinque.
    Looking forward for more sneak peek

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks Helen…that amazes me that my card can be picked out like that . Thanks for making me even more excited. 🙂

  51. Amy Seigler says

    Congrats Kathy!!!! That’s such exciting news! I’ve been following your blog for quite some time now and have enjoyed all of your creations. Can’t wait to get my hands on the stamps! Very happy for you!!!! 🙂

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks Emilie!! Glad you liked the challenge and I will be doing it again. Soon I will announce my next Pop UP Challenge 🙂

  54. Virginia Lu says

    Way to go, bc!!This new kit looks amazing!! I love that you contribute to this kit! HA!! The samples look fabulous! So happy for you! Woohoo!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      I love you sista!! Thanks so much! Hero Arts was like our first boyfriend right!! haha xx

  56. Diane says

    Kathy, that is so so AWESOME, so happy for you!!!! The stamps are really beautiful, can’t wait to see the whole set!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Yay Diane that makes me so happy that you like the “stamp” so far lol. Thank YOU! 🙂

  59. Ruth Gauss says

    Congratulations, Kathy! That is such exciting news and I love the peeks at your kit!!! Looks very unique and so very awesome!!!! Woohoo! Go, you!!!

  64. Donna Dacy says

    OH WOW!! Congratulations, Kathy! I know how thrilled and excited you must be and how hard it has been to not say anything until now. Mums the word here. I love the samples you created with them too. The underwater one is so pretty and the sentiment on the one with the troll is so punny!! TFS the good news and Congratulations again!!

  66. Tracey Magner says

    Kathy, WOWZA, I Can’t express enough how super duper triple EXCITED I am for you !!!!!!!!!!! I can’t even imagine how excited you are !!! What an honor, you so, so deserve this !!!!! I wrote on their blog that I am sure it will sell out in record time. you rock girl.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Awww Tracey thanks for the love and excitement!! You are right it’s a huge honor. Hero Arts was like my first boyfriend lol. 🙂

  67. cathym53 says

    Kathy, Congrats on your stamp set!!! This is so exciting. Can’t wait to see the reveal on Monday!!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks Cathy you are making me even more excited!!! CAn’t wait for you to see the full reveal too. Hugs 🙂

  70. conil says

    AWESOMESAUCE. Thought this might be your designs when I saw the HA sneak. Your reputaion precedes you.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      lol love that awesomesauce!! That blows my mind Conil that you thought it might be my design. Thanks for the love 🙂

  71. Linda Tupper says

    A Big Congradulations on your New Stamp Set. What fantastic news and I just love your card. I can’t imagine how excited you are. What great news!!! Your so talented and I will be looking forward to seeing many more from you. I am SO happy for you.
    Thank you so much for hosting your 30 Days Coloring Challenge. It was so much fun and I am looking forward to the next one.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      Thanks so much Linda you are such a super sweetheart!! You are right I am sooo EXCITED!! HERO ARTS was like my first boyfriend lol. So glad you liked the challenge and I will be doing it again. Soon I will announce my next Pop UP Challenge 🙂

  72. Mari Nyx says

    Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaal! You made me squeal, no one has ever done that! I love the designs and I, me.. wittle ole me can have a KATHY designed stamp to color. Congratulations!!! You deserve it. I hate the last day of this challenge and miss seeing you daily, but I realize how much goes into to do these and you have no idea how much joy you bring me. I have so much respect for you as an artist and as a mentor. Thank you, for all you do. ~Mari~

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      OMG Mari thanks for all the love and squeels they warm my heart. Knowing that I brought you so much joy makes all of the work part so worth it. AS you might have read I will be doing it again. Hugs

      • Mari Nyx says

        Just remember, I applied for the Kathy Needs an Assistant position first and for free! That would be awesome to have “Stamps by Kathy” I believe in you.

  74. Carla Hundley says

    Wow, congrats to you and
    how fun this is! Great sneak
    peek and I’ll be looking forward
    to seeing more.
    Carla from Utah

  75. Jenna Batik says

    Congratulations! I can’t wait to see the entire stamp set. Thanks for the sneak peek. You are so talented and such an inspiration.

  80. Liz Sarkisyan says

    First off, congratulations your the design of your stamp set…yay! These are incredible beautiful cards and love how each one is created and colored them. Your such an inspiration Kathy…thank-you for hosting another 30 day coloring challenge.

  81. Ruth says

    This is so exciting!!! I’m just surprised you haven’t been asked before – you are so super talented. I shall continue to pop over to see you (not literally of course, virtually!!!) once you’ve had a good rest, lots of tea, cake and other goodies. I think you need a massage and a spa day too. Thank you as always. Xx

  84. Dawn@Petals.Paper.SimpleThymes says

    Such wonderful news, Kathy!! Huge congratulations!! Can’t wait to see more…
    So grateful to have spent extra time coloring during the 30-Day Challenge! Each time, I thought of you, Kathy! Thank you so much for the inspiration and encouragement all month long! ♡

  85. Karen Oliver says

    So excited for you Kathy. Can’t wait to see the full reveal. Big congratulations!!!!

    Aw this 30 days went by so fast I shall miss all your wonderful posts. You never stop inspiring and encouraging. Enjoy your well earned break and look forward to #4. xo

  86. Cheryl O says

    WhooHoo!!!! Congratulations, Kathy, that’s terrific!! With all your talent, I’m not surprised; what an honor, and you must be thrilled. I can hardly wait to see more…..

  91. SonjaK says

    Woooooh! How exciting is that, Kathy! Can’t wait to see the whole reveal. Your own cards are already so amazing. So happy for you. Take your time to celebrate!

  92. Paulette S. says

    Congratulations, Kathy!! You are my stamping Hero! It’s a Beautiful stamp set and I’m so happy for you.! It’s an amazing dream and accomplishment. Thank You, for sharing your dream, inspirations, encouragement, art, etc. with Me. Thanks for keeping the blog open for a couple of extra days, as I’m behind. LOL I enjoy the 30 Day Color Challenge so much! Because it’s do-able. You rock it, Girl Friend. ((((Many Crafty Hugs)))) and High Fives. 😉

  93. Sheri K says

    Oh Kathy! I am so excited for you–this card is gorgeous, I can’t wait to see the entire kit. As you know, I do NEED some good news this week, after my week. I’m off to do this hard thing, so I’ll have to catch up when it’s over. I’m so happy, you are a terrific artist!

  94. Charlene Mitchell says

    Congrats Kathy! Your work is fabulous and you are so generous with your tips and talent! Can’t wait to see the rest of the stamp set. First peek is awesome!

  95. Nancee Purdum says

    Congrats to you Kathy! What a great stamp set! I can’t wait to see the entire collection! Thanks so much for sharing these past 30 days! Can’t wait for the next one!

  96. Patt H. says

    Congrats, Kathy!! Can’t wait to see everything! Love how you used the succulent as coral. Clever thinking!!

  97. Debbie Peysen says

    Kathy, Great news. you so deserve it. You have great talent, great wit and great ability to connect with me and teach me. Thanks for the 30 day challenge. I look forward to the kit.

  101. Crystal DeJesus says

    Woah congrats kathy! That’s so awesome!! That’s so cool! I hope I can get one of those kits!!!

  102. Rufus says

    Wow, this is MAJOR news! Congrats, I’ll be heading over to see some more sneak peeks, but it certainly looks awesome from the cards you created…so versatile! Thanks so much for doing your challenges…the inspiration is incredible. Hope that I can participate more in the next one. Now I’ve got to finish all the bits I created into some finished cards. Congrats once again on such a affirmation of your talent!

  103. TracyM #6773 says

    CONGRATULATIONS Kathy!!!
    I’m SO HAPPY for YOU, doing a HAPPY dance for YOU 🙂
    LOVE your PRETTY sneak peeks, can’t wait to SEE MORE on Monday!!!
    THANK YOU SO MUCH for ALL your HARD work and GENEROUS sharing of CREATIVE knowledge & techniques along the way – YOU ARE AWESOME and I have LEARNT SO MUCH from YOU!!!

  104. Maureen Hayes says

    Oh Kathy, I am so excited for you, but I could cry! I simply cannot afford to purchase this right now, but I am so bummed I won’t be able to have your first stamp set! I wish I had known earlier so I could have saved some to do it. Anyway, I am super happy for you because there is no one who deserves this more than you and I am sure it will sell out in record time!
    God bless you,
    Maureen

  108. TK says

    Wow! Those are some great cards — I just love the way you used the inside of the ornaments for little scenes! And your stamp designs too! Wow, wow, wow! Congrats!

  111. Aileen says

    Hi Kathy, big big congratulations on your first stamp set. May there be many more. i ought it was you when ai was over there as I recognised your beautiful style. I mentioned I thought I knew who it was but did say your name but the whistle has already been blown there Iam afraid. People are already commenting. So wonderful for you and your projects are just brilliant.

  112. D.AnnC says

    Congrats!! I can’t wait to see your handiwork in full! Love the terrarium and the trollific is a hoot! ; )

  115. Dot Freel says

    I’m sad the 30 day is over but it was great fun! Thank you so much. I am so very happy for you that you got to design the Hero Arts kit this month! I recognized your work immediately as it’s very unique and beautiful. I know I will want the kit. I love terrariums and your little snail is the best!

  119. Sabbycat@charter.net says

    OMG. So excited and happy for you my sweet friend!! Your sneak peeks are awesome and I know your stamps will all be awesome too. Congratulations!!

  123. 3kidmama says

    Congratulations on being a big time designer now! Can’t wait to see the full reveal – it looks so unique and FUN! You are truly AMAZING!

  124. Milka says

    C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S ! ! ! :o) Your card and ornament are GORGEOUS and I can’t wait to see your whole stamp set. :o)

  125. Niki G. says

    I’ve been loving the sneak peeks! Super cute and versatile! Looks like I’ll be stalking the Hero Arts page and hopefully get lucky enough to be able to purchase the kit

  126. MaryKay says

    Well shucky darn maw ya made it. Your now famous. Haha. That’s awesome and nobody deserves it better. Reminds me of a post on the last 30 day challenge. I think it was a stamp set from a comp called waffle something. Sorry can’t remember. It was of a bunch of succulent plants as well.
    I’m gonna have to start saving my change again so I can get this set.
    Congrats. You totally rocked it again

  127. Judy Sander says

    Congratulations Kathy! So happy for your opportunity with one of the best companies. Love all your work and genius ideas. You rock gal!

  129. Jessica Hess says

    Congratulations! Designing stamp sets is a secret dream of mine. I can’t wait to see the set. I am sure it will be great. The best stamp sets are designed by stampers for stampers. YAY!

  131. Marianne says

    I saw some sneak peeks on the HA website, but finally found the time to come here and congratulate you. Well done on designing your first stamps set and for Hero Arts no less. But hey, we already knew you were a talented lady and sweet and generous too. Thanks for hosting another 30 day colouring challenge and for motivating us to go and have fun colouring!
    Marianne x

  132. Pat C says

    Wow!!!! Kathy, that’s so awesome! Congratulations! So happy for you…and guessing it’ll sold out just as fast as last month’s kit because it’s got YOUR name on it! Very cool! 🙂

  135. Irene says

    Squeal with delight. You deserve oodles of recognition as an artist…have loved seeing all of the sneak peaks over at Hero Arts!

  137. MaryKay says

    Congrats Maude. I bet you are going to have a blast with all that awesome stuff.
    I so hope there’s some left when I get enough money saved up. That kit is so cool. Hubby and I just purchased our very 1st little cottage style home and I’m trying to get some greenery going outside and in of course. Those are exactly the type I’m wanting. Your pics are going to help me show the greenhouse dude at Bobs Market what I’m wanting to get started.
    Plus the stamp set will help me decorate the inside of my lil small cubby hole room with big glass windows that in gonna use for growing plants. Those stamps will make gorgeous window clings for it.
    Dag gone it there better be some left.
    Sorry for long comment.
    I can’t recall ever being this excited over a stamp/die set before. Haha. I’m ridiculously wanting it. Haha. Thanks IF you read this loooong comment.

  138. Sheri K says

    Awesome Kathy–I’m going to try to order it now, just got back home to AZ from my sad visit to MN, of course I live here, gotta have this one!

  140. Allyson Kettler says

    I love this stamp set. It is so original and there are so many things that you can do with it! Succulents are so beautiful mixed with the Christmas ornaments; something I never thought to do on my own. Keep up the great ideas. I would love to win this stamp set because I can’t find it anywhere and I must be able to play with it!!!

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