Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 19 of Advent Calendar Extravaganza!!
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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 19, shall we?!
I’ve got some really awesome guests and surprises for you today! 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! And also, open on the blog directly, not in a feed reader!
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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…
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 made a fun grungy-yet-CAS card using the Scribbly Holiday Birdies set from Dina Wakley – love the fun scribbly look!
I watercoloured messily in the area would be with Kuretake Gansai Tambi watercolours, then stamped the bird on top. I just needed to add a little splatter and that awesome sentiment from a (sadly discontinued) Studio Calico set and that was it!
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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Great card love the little bird so cute.
The Ton make some gorgeous stamp sets. It would be great to own some.Love your card with the bows. would be nice to make for the family at Christmas.
Lovely simple Asian look. Beautiful card.
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Great card! Love that scribbly bird and how you water colored it!
Love the subtle soft colors. Lovely card!
Anything with birds on it is my cup of tea!
What a cute bird stamp and I like how you colored it very simply!
Gorgeous card!! super TWEET! 🙂
Love it!
So grungy and sweet! 🙂
Suchi xx
He is so tweet, love to give him a home.
wonderful watercoloring! one of my favorite bird stamps.
Love the Dina Wackley birds. Love your card too.
Great watercolor card. I've never used the water colors and then stamped.
I'll be giving that a try.
I love this one so much. And I think I need that bird.
Very sweet stamp and love the soft look you created.
Love how you used the bird image–beautiful card!
What a great stamp, love the card
I love the bird looks like you drew it yourself.
I think not knowing what is behind those doors is so much fun.. love love the inspiration everyday.. its fabulous
Classic Christmas robin. Terrific card. Cheers.
That robin is terrific and you've got just the right amount of color!
Love that gorgeous image – and so beautifully yet simply colored!
How sweet is this one layer card?! I've been eyeing that stamp set…gotta love that bird.
I love this one-layered card. It is so simple yet stunning!:) I love that adorable bird stamp set!:)) He simply melts my heart!:))
Adorable card! TFS!
Very pretty card!!
Love those scribbly birds!
I love the stamp set! Wonderful idea to use it as a holiday card with your great water coloring!
Love this stamp set and you showcased it beautifully!!!
Oooh what a lovely birdie!
Oh what a sketchy bird and great water coloring!
Love anything with birds and this one is so sweet! The sketchy look with a touch of watercoloring looks wonderful!
Love the bird!!!
I love the birdie and the cool script.
Wow I am impressed that you put that watercolor down before stamping the bird! Lovely effect. That is a beautiful sentiment -shame it is discontinued. Thanks for this wonderful hop.
Fun, grungy, whimsical card with your cute little bird and great sentiment, Taheerah. Great Extravaganza!
Yes, sad that awesome sentiment/font is discontinued.
gorgeous card!
I love those scribbly birds — so sweet! Thanks for the inspiration!
pretty card – love the stamp
Yay for messy and quick! Cute card.
Love the sketchy bird card!
Love the arty, fun feel of your card.
Love how you colored the bird.
I love that sketchy bird also, very pretty card!
What a cool stamp!
So simple and yet so very cute! Perfect!
I absolutely love this stamp set!
Lovely!