Hello everybody! And welcome to a very special day, kicking off a very special event!!
I’ve always loved the concept of Advent Calendars. There’s something special and magical about those little treats hidden behind those little doors – and the idea of a secret little something to be unwrapped every day really is a wonderful way to build the excitement towards Christmas, not to mention a fun tradition as well!
As the years roll by some of these types of tradition can be lost when we grow up, and it seems a real shame to lose some of that magic and wonder. And really there’s no reason at all why something such as an Advent Calendar can’t be revamped and repackaged for grown-ups, crafty grown-ups… grown-ups like you and me!
So one day in November I dreamed up a fun idea for a event. I didn’t know if it would work, or if anyone would be interested. I approached some crafty friends, and others recruited themselves – everyone loved the idea! Behind the scenes I worked hard to put together something rather different and very special. So a month later, after much organising, coordinating and planning, I’m really thrilled to finally bring to you a very special, very fun, very festive series!
Advent Calendar Extravaganza is -the- festive event of the season! This ‘hop with a twist’ was dreamed up by Taheerah Atchia and features surprise destinations each day! Joining in the fun with Taheerah are over 60 special guests – each serving up some fantastic Christmas inspiration! Just like an Advent Calendar, you’ll never know where you’re going to be visiting next until you ‘open the door’!
And that’s not all! With 25 *amazing* sponsors taking part as well, your crafty wish list is bound to get a boost with a chance to win a prize EVERY SINGLE DAY!!
Join in the fun every day at taheerah-atchia.com to see what special surprises wait behind the door!
Eek! How fun does that sound?! 25 full days of surprises, inspiration and prizes!!
In case you’re wondering just how it’s going to work, I’ve put together this little video for you:
I’m so excited to be bringing you this event! I really hope you’re going to enjoy it as much as I am!!
Let’s get on with Day 1, shall we?!
I’ve got some of my very favourite designers lined up today to kick everything off! Just click on the door to reveal today’s surprise destinations and prize! Tip: click at the side of the door, not in the middle!
Exciting right?! Isn’t it fun to not know what’s in store at the other end of those links?! Make sure you click each one to reveal the surprise and leave comments at the destinations to win!
And speaking of winning…
Today’s sponsor is Hero Arts! I’m sure they need no introduction! One of the industry giants, Hero have been around for many years and their red rubber and clear stamps, inks and other supplies cover everything from the trendy to the traditional, are high quality and fabulous! I am absolutely *giddy* to have them on opening day of this event!
Hero Arts are generously sponsoring a $25 gift certificate to their store! With an amazing array of products you’re really going to be spoilt for choice spending it!
Now that you know what you can win, I’m sure you’re eager to head off to all those secret destinations to check them out! But before you go, some inspiration from me:
I created this card using the fabulous Message Bursts set, heat embossing the images with several different colours of metallic embossing powder!
I added lots of fun sequins to accent. I just love the finished result!
Don’t forget the Advent Calendar Extravaganza runs from 1st-25th December inclusive so make sure you visit taheerah-atchia.com every day for fabulous inspiration and amazing prizes every single time! Merry Christmas!
I hope you love this event just as much as I do! I would love to know what you think of Advent Calendar Extravaganza! Do you love the format? The secret destinations? The endless inspiration? I bet you certainly love the chance to win prizes! Please make sure you leave a comment below! Thanks so much for stopping by – I’ll see you back here tomorrow!
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I love the embossing.
Taheera, this blog hop is amazing! It's Christmas morning, everyone is asleep, and I have a few quiet moments to start hopping. (So glad that I have until the 31st … what a great way to relax over the next week!
Your card is beautiful … I love the simple elegance that it exudes. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
WHo doesn't love Hero Arts?!! Have you seen their new Christmas Fox stamp – oh yeah, HAD to add that one to my HA collection! Pretty card Taheerah!
Such a festive card and so stunning on black! Blessings, Melitta
Beautiful land fun design.
Beautiful embossed card and great colors.
OMGosh I am doing a little bloggy catch up after being sick so I"m getting a late start.
Your card is beautiful. I love those Message Bursts. Thanks for sharing.
Crafty hugs,
Dawn
DesignsByDragonfly.blogspot
Fantastic card,it's so lovely and stunning!
Very clever idea.
What a fantastic idea! This is so much fun – I was wanting some crafty goodness to dream away my afternoon!
What a beautiful card. Embossing is my favorite technique. I just went through your Advent Calendar event starting at Day 24! What fun. So glad I came across it. Please do it again next year.
Love the metallics on black! Great card!!
Love the idea of an advent calendar and your card!
Love the idea of an advent calendar and your card!
Love that metallic embossing!!!!
Beautiful card! Also, love this Advent Calendar blog hop idea! So creative and so fun!
What a spectacular event you've created, Taheerah! I though the Dairy Mil advent calendar was the only kind for me but this is my type of advent calendar! 🙂 Love your gorgeous card – those stamps look brilliant embossed in metallics!
I am so late I just discovered you and your amazing concept via Wplus9 on instagram so I am going to open all the doors at once (or untill I am overloaded with ideas 🙂
So sorry I'm late but like they say better late than never. So love the card.
Been seeing black everywhere this year.
Love this idea!!! Your card is wonderful with the bursts of silver and gold.
Just love those sentiments! Made me smile.
Beautiful card, love the different metallic embossing powders, stunning result!
I like this advent hop idea. How fun to get treats along the way filled with crafty goodness. I like the sparkle in this card.
Nice alternative to the red and green "typical" Christmas card. Sophisticated with gold and silver embossing.
I may be late, but your card was worth the wait……looks fantastic
love the cards
This is a wonderful way to go through the month of December.
Such a fab idea and lots of hints and tips than you
There is nothing more elegant than metallics on black. Just amazing.
What a fun card!
This is such an awesome idea. Beautiful card. I love the metallic you used.
This is such a wonderful idea to celebrate the holiday season! I am glad I stumbled on it before it was too late. Just love your card with the message burst!
Wow… what a fun idea!
So much fun!
Love this 'burst of cheer'. What a great idea to inspire new creativity
Love the gold against the black background.
Nice card. Thanks for the chance to win stuff.
Ugh. This card is gorgeous and now I want both the stamp set AND all those powders!! I keep seeing people using the WOW powders and I have yet to get any but they look fabulous. Gold embossing is what got me hooked on stamping in the first place so I have no idea what I am waiting for. Thanks for the inspiration!!!
Super idea really pops up!
Thanks.
Fantastic idea!!!
What a great idea and love your card.
I'm late too, so much happening in December. Love the metallic look of the card. Thanks for the inspiration!
Just found your site. Just getting started, but I think this will be super fun!
Ooooh I love the metallics on black – very elegant. Thank you so much for organising the hop and allowing some lucky winners to get their hands on the awesome prizes.
Wow! Great idea! I'm getting started late but this will be so much fun!
Love the graphic look and the mix of metallics on this card!
wow Love the message burst stamps!! Thanks so much!
Fun card! Love the embossing.
Black with gold and silver looks so elegant! 🙂
Suchi xx
What a fabulous event!!! Oh, love that gold & black card. So gorgeous!!!