Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 7 of Advent Calendar Extravaganza!!
If you missed Day 6, click here!
If you missed Day 5, click here!
IMPORTANT: Day 4 had an extra secret destination added part way through the day. If you want an extra chance to win, click here and open the door again to get your final link!
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 7, 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…
Newton’s Nook are sponsoring a $25 gift certificate for their store – I just know you’re going to have fun 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 Newton’s Holiday Mischief stamp set, putting a fun, modern twist on it by keeping Newton uncoloured and bringing in the colour elsewhere!
I stamped several dots from the Bokeh Dots set, masking Newton first so I could have those pops of colour surround him, then added the sentiment and stars from Christmas Scribbles (both from Ellen Hutson) to finish it off. Fun right?!
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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How sweet! love the bokeh background.
Oh, that bokeh look is so cool! TFS =)
Love the cat and your background.
I don't think I would have ever thought of the idea to stamp an image over a bokeh styled background and to leave it black/white. Thank you for adding a technique to my bag of tricks. I love Newton's Nook. I need more reminders that they are out there!!! This advent event is awesome!
Oh love this kitty the moment I saw it on FB, such a simple and fun card.
The sentiment says it all and we certainly all can see a little cat in this situation.
Eeeek! Too cute. We have an all black boy cat named Richard Parker. His first Christmas was in a tangle of light! Another special card…Keep 'em coming, Taheerah! 🙂
Adorable card Taheerah! I love that you used the bokeh technique to add color – great idea.
I love how the bokeh backgraound enhances Newton! Awesome job Taheera! TFS
SUPER CUTE card Taheerah 🙂
Newton looks ADORABLE with the Christmas lights and SWEET sentiment, LOVE how you added the soft pop of colour with the COOL Bokeh Dots too!!!
THANK YOU for sharing your CREATIVE INSPIRATION and the chance to win some CRAFTY CUTENESS!!!
Cutest Christmas kitty ever!
Wonderful idea using the stamp as an accent, not having to color every little thing but adding color in the background instead!
In love with those bokeh dots behind Newton, fabulous!!!!
Such a sweet card – love the soft dotted bg.
Love the bokeh. You rock the animal cards!!! Great combo of stamps and colors!!! So sweet and engaging.
Your card is very beautiful. Love all the layers of the beautiful stamps.
Great use of those bokeh dots as a background! A very sweet card!
Love how you added dots of color to the kitty! Thanks for the inspiration!
so very cute!!
Wow! I love the bokeh in the background and the uncolored image! Fabulous design!!!
Oh gosh this is an amazing concept! I loved watching your video and getting to know you a little better! Your kitty is adorable – thanks for hosting this wonderful event!
Fantastic card! Love the little kitty and how you kept the colors quite muted!
Very cute! I love the bokeh!
Awww how super cute !!!!
Such a cute card & I like how the masking and stamping highlights Newton!
Hee hee, Newton looks so cute all tangled up in his Christmas lights! Love the background behind him!
So stinkin' cute!!! I know how cats just love those Christmas lights!!
Such an adorable card! LOVE!
This is so adorable!!
Love your adorable card! The bokeh background is just perfect for your sweet kitty!
The water color lights are just the right touch for this card.
love the clean look with just the lights colored.
Totally adorable card!!
Love how you stamped the Bokeh dots over the cute little kittie!
Cute little kitty!
Such a cute card! Love the playful cat!
LOVE!!!
So sweet! Love that bokeh background ♥
Awww too cute! I love that you didn't color the kitten and had so much restraint. I could not have left him white. HA HA. 🙂
Hehe – just love that little kitty!
Gorgeous bokeh background and cute kitty! Love your card as always 🙂
Oh my goodness, I LOVE the simplicity of this card. So pretty!! Great for mass producing. I really need to be brave enough to leave my images uncolored — these cards always look so great.
Such a sweet card Taheerah. Love the little circles and how you used them to give a touch of color to the card.
This is such a cute stamp set and an adorable card created from it. The extravaganza is proving to be lots of fun. Thanks!
Love your kitty card with the bokeh dots. Your Advent Calendar Extravaganza is so much fun. Never knowing who is next for more wonderful inspiration. What fabulous & generous sponsors too!
Very cute card! I love how you used the dots in the background!
Love how you left the image white and had the background surround it with color. Thanks.
Lovely bokeh effect for Newton. Looks terrific on your card.
so so cute!
this is so cute! and I love a bokeh effect on cards