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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Glad I found this
Your card is gorgeous, and I’m so pleased to have found this blog hop, though it will take awhile to catch up!
Fantastic idea for a bloghop! It’s a fantastic opportunity to get to know more people in the crafting world, and, of course, share in all the crafty infpiration. Thanks so much for organising – great card today!
Love the gold!
Sad? I just came home from hospital and trying to catch up…the tree card closed their comments so I missed out.
I don’t know if comment posted. Loving anotwruse for my vellum
I was in hospital came home yesterday. I am playin catch-up . I like the door as a play on a shaker card.
What a great card!
Yea! Just got home from surgery and found this Advent hop…REALLY lifted my spirit to have so much inspiration to look forward to…the best Medicine to get me up and around. I love this card used vellum…I am always looking for ideas using vellum.
What a great idea for an advent calendar! Great start too!
So happy that you chose to do the Advent Calendar again this year. Such fun! Wonderful card to start things off!. Cheers.
What fun link ups – I love advent calendars and this is such a fun one! I love the gold embossing on the vellum – it’s such an elegant look!
The vellum makes the card elegant. Looking forward to more days of amazing inspiration. Thank you!
Love your advent calendar idea. What fun to see all the different designers and their creations. I am always looking for new inspiration.
ohhh i love it!
Found out about the even from Jen’s blog and I thought it was such an awesome idea. Way to go and thank you!
Thanks you for setting this up! So fun and great ideas!
such a great event! i am sure i will have fun joining in 🙂 lovely card ! i love the combination of white and gold
cheers
preety
Love the sentiment!
So excited for your advent calendar hop!! I’m getting a little late start because I got married this week!! Your card is so beautiful Taheerah ? Thanks for the inspiration.
So glad that you are doing this again this year….such inspiration. Love your card!
Gorgeous card!
Lovely card. Metallic on white is so cool. This is the first time I have participated in the Advent Calendar , so I can’t say what I like about it yet, but it sure looks like a fun way to see beautiful creations and win a prize.
What a wonderful card–love the simple color scheme! Thanks for this great event!
Love the simple elegance of this card.
Gorgeous card! Love the embossing! ?
What a pretty card! And what a lovely idea. Thank you.
This is such a great hop! What an idea. Love the format and all of the surprises. This is new to me this year. Looking forward to the rest of the event.
I love the embossed snowflakes using dies, I really like this technique, beautiful card!
So festive with the gold and creative letters! How fun!
Love the card. The vellum is so pretty.
That sentiment looks fabulous embossed in gold, and all those elements add wonderful details to your beautiful card.
Beautiful card. Looking forward to your Advent hop again this year. I feel like I’m winning a prize
just by opening those doors.
I love the idea of this Advent Calendar giveaway.
Beautiful and elegant card Taheera. Love the snowflake dies, absolutely stunning. Great idea having this extravaganza, can’t wait to see the other cards.
Yes I love all of the fun and inspiration here! Thanks! Oh, and of course the change to win prizes 🙂
beautiful card – love the embossed background and the pretty metallic.
So glad you are back with this fun event. Loved it last year & it’s looking fabulous this year. Your card is adorable. Thanks!
I really like gold on vellum.
Well this sounds like fun. I think I will give it a try. Fun card. Love the glamour of it.
it is a wonderful time of the year …. and thanks for creating this wonderful event.
Love your card.
Beautiful card. I love the embossing on vellum
Lovely card
Pretty card!
Great card….thank you so much….Happy Holidays!!!
Love the gold….
Love this card!
Love the dry embossing and the sentiment on vellum.
What a wonderfully fun idea. I had to come back and start at the beginning.
Great card! Thanks for sharing!