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 last year 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. After much organising, coordinating and planning, I’m really thrilled to finally bring to you a very special, very fun, very festive series! It was *hugely* popular, and so, by popular demand, I just had to bring it back again this year!
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, here’s last year’s video (I’m afraid my filmmaker friend was unavailable to help in time for this year!) to explain it:
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: you will need to do this from the blog itself, not from a feed reader or e-mail!
The door is a bit different this year (curse of moving over to WordPress!). So, now you’ve opened it, please use the image below to find your secret links! As you see, there aren’t any text links, but tap or click on all the decorations/presents in the image below and you will find your secret destinations! *wink*
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 Technique Tuesday! Fun, quirky and awesome, Technique Tuesday have some really great designs! I’m so happy to have them open the event this year!
Technique Tuesday 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 awesome Sparkle And Shine and Snowflakes dies, impressing them into my card panel!
I added a piece of vellum over the top, heat embossed with my sentiment!
Some fun details (like a strip of patterned paper, a sliver of glitter, and a scattering of sequins) finish it off perfectly!
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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This is so pretty.
I love that you are hosting the Advent Calendar Extravaganza again! The format and secret destinations are such a fun idea. The inspiration from all of the talented designers is amazing. Thank you for all your hard work putting this hop together and for the chance to win prizes along the way, Taheerah!
What a fabulous idea for the holiday season. Thank you for sharing!
Fabulous card!
What a brilliant idea for a blog hop! Can’t wait to see what else you have in store.
Woncderful card, Taheerah. I didn’t grrow up with Advent calenders, but I love the idea of finding surprises/inspiration behind the Extravaganza door each day. Just a few hops a day seems like the perfect dose to get the creative juices flowing. And yes, prizes are nice too lol.
Beautiful card! Love the Advent Calendar Extravaganza!!
Silver and gold-classic and timeless!!! Lovely card.
Fabulous card! Love how it’s CAS but in an elegant and classy way. Thanks for the inspiration and chance to win! 😀
Very lovely idea ❣️
Lovely card and I agree with the sentiment!
That sentiment looks beautiful, what a great card!
Love the gold sparkle for the holidays.
Beautiful card, Taheerah! I am a bit behind, but plan on catching up today. LOVE this Advent feature. So fun!!!
All the ladies had wonderful cards but my fave was the neon snow flakes. What a unique idea and I love bright colors and that just popped my little eye balls out! 🙂
sounds like a lot of fun Taheerah – looking forward to ooodles of inspiration, thank you!
Just charming!
Wow. 25 days to feed my crafting obsession. How fun! So much to see and learn.
I just joined the hop. What a wonderful exciting way to do it! Love the card you made. Thank you.
Love this event. What a great idea. Thanks, Nikki
AWESOME snowflake card, I love the vellum sentiment layer! Great HOP!
How FUN!!!! thank you for doing this! Your card is so elegant and festive! I’m excited to see the new door every day!
What a great card to launch your Advent Extravaganza — it really is the most wonderful time of the year, especially for card-making! I am so happy to see that you are continuing the tradition, I thoroughly enjoyed it last year and I have been looking forward to it seeing more holiday inspiration this year!
Great idea for a card. Simple and fun!
I love this event! What fun to see all the wonderful cards made by so many awesome designers! I love the white, silver and gold glittery goodness on your card!
Love your beautiful card and love the Advent Calendar Extravaganza! What fun to click on each present and be taken to a new destination of enchantment!! Thank you Taheerah for your time to put together such a great event. Thanks also to your guests and your sponsors . It will make the cold December much more fun!!
Woah! What an event! Super excited to see a different inspiration everyday
Really pretty card! What a great idea to have an advent calendar for crafters!
Beautiful card! So happy I found your site,
I love the concept of the Advent Calendar Blog hop! I found you from Vera Yate’s blog.
How fun! Thanks for the crafty advent calendar!!
Love the card and hop so far.
This is a fabulous holiday card. Love the vellum.
Came to your blog thanks to Jennifer and so glad I did. What a fun concept.
Love your first inspiration card. Great way to start things off 🙂
Can’t wait for more 🙂
Beautiful card! I look forward to Advent Calendars every year too!
Great blog hop!
What a clever crafty way to count down to Christmas, thank you Taheerah.
Very nice card! This is going to be a fun hop!
Never thought to heat emboss on vellum, great idea!
What a great idea!! I just started an advent calendar of sorts with my kids this year, so now, I can have one for me, too! Fabulous card; I LOVE your embossed snowflakes!! I’m off to hop. Thanks for the chance to win some yummy goodies!
I’m hopping to get making some of the wonderful cards on this hop! Great cards.
Love the gold and silver embossing!
Beautiful cards and this is so much fun!
Love this card. *If I commented on this day already I apologize.
Thank you for this event. I am learning things I didn’t know.
Your card is just gorgeous! I love theembossed snowflakes and your vellum sentiment strip. So elegantly done.
Super Fun yet Elegant card!!
So pleased to see this event back again this year! Loving the balance of the softness of the vellum with the sparkle on your card.
This is such a wonderful idea! Your pretty metallic card is perfect for Christmas!
Holiday Hugs!
Michele
What a wonderful idea. Looking forward to seeing the daily inspiration!
Wow Taheerah, this is such a great idea! I’m having so much fun and it’s only day one! haha
Thank you so much for arranging this 🙂