Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 4 of Advent Calendar Extravaganza!!
If you missed Day 3, click here!
If you missed Day 2, click here!
If you missed Day 1, click here!
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 4, 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!
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 Paper Smooches! With their unmistakeable whimsical and cute designs, Paper Smooches are one of the most darling companies around and I absolutely love working with their products! Their owner Kim is also one of the sweetest people around and always puts her heart and soul into everything, and it shows!
Paper Smooches 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:
Cute, right?! I created this card using the fabulous Cool Dudes set, stamping the cute little snowmen and colouring them with Copics. The snow bank was die cut from woodgrain cardstock and coated with Distress Glitter, including a thicker line at the top!
The sentiment is from the Joyful Greetings set and I also added a little gold heart to finish he card off, along with some mist splatter of course, and a little Stickles in the snowlady’s flower centre!
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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Those are the cutest snow people!
I have never seen the COOL DUDES before, very cute indeed
This is such a cute stamp set! I love Paper Smooches stamp sets, all their little characters are adorable ! It'd be super fun to win this prize!
Super cute card.
So Cute!
omg these little guys are TOO CUTE!
Cute!!!! I love this card!!!!
Love your card, the snow couple are adorable!
Adorable card!
I always enjoy the playful images Paper Smooches gives us. You did this couple lots of personality. Thanks
These snow people are so sweet!
I also love Paper Smooches. I've bought from them before and they have some really nice things.
The snow couple is adorable! As I recall, in the Frosty cartoons at Christmas Frosty got a wife and kids. Could this be them? Do you know, because of the way they are looking at each other, you could use this for a wedding card? Score! A stamp set you can use more then just for which it was intended. I love when stamps can do that. What a great card! You are so talented!
REALLY REALLY cute!!!
This is a sweet card! I'm a big Paper Smooches fan and this set is one of my favorites!
Such a cute snowy couple! Made me smile 🙂
Paper Smooches at their very best. Just a darling card with the cute snow couple!
OMGoodness, who doesn't love these adorable snow people! Such a sweet card!
Very cute little snow people!
Oh, so many wonderful cards so far…..thanks for creating such a great idea.
Cute card. TFS.
lovely snowman
LOVE LOVE LOVE Paper Smooches and your card as well. I think the Advent Calendar Extravaganza is a great idea! I enjoyed seeing all the wonderful cards for sure. Thanks for the chance to win prizes!