Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 16 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 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 16, shall we?!
I’ve got some of my very favourite designers lined up today to continue the fun! 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 Newton’s Nook Designs! One of my old favourites, I fell in love with them from their first release of their awesome stamps, and then loved them so much that I ended up on their DT for a while too! Newton’s Nook have some truly adorable stamps and dies – but it’s the cat-themed images that always capture me! Newton’s Nook are headed up by the my friend Jennifer, who is super sweet, and to top it off she and her husband are geeks like me too! I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event again this year!
Newton’s Nook 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 had to of course play with one of the cat-themed stamps! This one is Ornamental Newton and he’s up to mischief as usual!
I stamped my image and then watercoloured him with my Zig Markers. I used my Zigs on the background too, going for an out of focus, almost bokeh-like look of pine tree branches and lights/ornaments. I think I succeeded, what do you think? 🙂
I added some Stickles in places to add some interest and sparkle. This shot is purely to show off that glitz!
Don’t forget 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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love that bokeh background!
OH he is a adorable!
This “cat person” image is so cute. Pretty card, dear.
Love your subtle watercolored background and imaginary pine boughs with ornaments. You conquered your vision beautifully.
So cute, love the watercolor background. Thanks for sharing!
Lovely card. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Cheers and happy new year
preety
So cute! I love the coloring in the kitty and you totally got that out of focus pine branch look! It really looks like he’s swinging with the ornament! Perfection ❤
Very cute. Love the background
Too cute!!! I love it! Fabulous background too!
Beautiful background. Thank you!
Your kitty card is so cute! I love the background you made!
Ooh what a great card, love Newton Nook ???
Super cute kitty card!
Fantastic background and adorable kitty!
That kitty stamp is awesome!! Lovin’ this hop!!
What a cute stamp. The little kitten is adorable.
I’m so happy our 4 cats show no interest whatsoever in the ornaments and lights in our tree. Love this cute stamp and you have me swooning over your delightful background.
What an adorable card! So sweet! I love the soft colors!
Ack! Another card that’s sooooo cute! And you r introducing me to a stamp company I haven’t heard of b4 AND you say they have cat themes?! I’m in trouble (& oh so happy about it)!
I don’t know what “bokeh” is but I likeh! It’s a great card, can’t wait to see the rest of the designs and check out Newtons Nook…happy dance!
Love the soft look of this card and Newton’s Nook stamps
Newton is always such a doll! What I love about this is that amazing background! It’s got a fab sci-fi vibe!!
newton nook is the cutest…….love this card.
Such a cutie:-)
Sweet kitty! The background really sets him off!
Day 16 was another great day.
Very cute card. Thanks for sharing.
Can You believe I don’t have any Newton’s Nook ?? ?
What a sweet card. Playful colors.