Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 20 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 20, 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 Pinkfresh Studio! One of my all-time favourite companies that I’ve ever worked for, Pinkfresh Studio are still a fairly young company that are on the trendsetting end of the papercrafting world! Their collections and designs are *amazing* and truly a joy to work with, as is their owner, my very good friend Kinnari. I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event again this year!
Pinkfresh Studio are generously sponsoring a $40 goody bag, filled with goodies from their Oh Joy Collection! This collection is *fabulous* so you will definitely have fun creating with 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’ll confess – whenever I create with the Pinkfresh collections I just can’t stop!! So be prepared for a bit of an onslaught today – starting with this fun Elf-inspired card!
I used patterned paper, Thickers, acetate shapes and washi strips for this one, and added some splatter for extra fun!
Here I combined a couple of the patterned papers, some of the acetate shapes, a puffy sticker, gold foiled phrase stickers, and washi strips!
All the items work so well together in the collection, and I used just a touch of dimension for some of my elements for added impact!
Next up, I used one of the patterned paper designs and an acrylic mirror sticker. I added some Stickles and a label maker sentiment, backed onto a strip of gold glitter tape, to finish up!
You don’t really need anything more when the patterned paper is the star of the show!
And finally, a combination of patterned papers, gold foiled acetate sheet, acetate die cut, and a puffy sticker!
Lots of dimension on this one, and it looks amazing in real life!
And here are a couple of shots of them together. Go on, pick a favourite. 🙂
I’m sure you can see why I love this collection and this company so much, right?!
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!
Supplies
Fun and festive designs!
Love all of these! Hard to choose a favorite !
Love when your cards show that you are truly having fun with them. So cut and the colors choices are great.
*So cute and the color choices.
Such fun cards!! Wonderful inspiration!
These cards are so much fun and bring a smile in the midst of this busy season. Love them! 🙂
Great cards! I love the Tis the Season card best.
Ahhh! So many cute cards! My favorite is the “Santa! I know him” because Elf is my favorite Christmas movie! 🙂
Fun line of stamps and
your cards are adorable!
Carla from Utah
So many adorable cards! Thanks for the inspiration
Your cards are all darling! I love Pinkfresh Studio. I have their “Merry Christmas” paper pack & I made one of my favorite cards with it this year.
I meant “Christmas Wishes” paper pack.
What fun and very cute cards!!
Cute cards!
Modern, fun cards! I especially love the ‘Tis the Season card! Need to pull out my PF goodies & make a card!
I love the Santa OMG card, makes me smile!
Such fun cards! I love Pinkfresh! Awesome designs! Their Oh Joy collection is delightful!
cute cards!
They are all fun cards, but my favorite is Tis the Season. Not familiar with Pink Fresh but will check them out.
Love your cards. The patterned paper is unique and has a modern feel.
these would make the cutest card set gift!
LOVE the fun you created here with these Pink Fresh stamps 🙂
These are so fun and awesome! Love your ‘Santa’ card…too funny!
You are right – this collection is fabulous! And all your cards are gorgeous, so creative!
Taheerah, you HAVE been having a blast. No wonder. Great stamps make great cards! Good Job!
Cute and fun cards!!
Thank you, Taheerah. I giggled and loved the card that says, You had me at Ho Ho Ho…….such a darling creation. Pinkfresh has a lot of clever items
I cracked up over your first card. I have to admit I’ve never seen Elf. I’m not a Will Ferrell fan. The line was completely new to me. What light cheery cards you’ve whipped up with the Pinkfresh products! Your work is always spot on!
These are all so fun and fresh! Super cute, and really funny too!
Holiday Hugs!
Michele
Totally neither Advent series again this year. Today’s cards are so fun! I love all the dimension you showcased on each Christmas card.
So much fun in so many projects. All are adorable but really loved “you had me at HO, HO, HO”. So cute so retro.
Such fun cards!
These cards are so cute. Love the designs and layouts you have created:)
Adorable cards. I loved every one today!
I just love the “freshness” of all these cards! Ho-ho-ho!
Love your cute cards!
Wow – you have been busy! Great cards – I think the HoHoHo one is my favourite today 🙂
I LOVE ALL of the elements you’ve used on your cards! WHAT FUN! 😉
These cards are so fresh and different. I love the “Santa OMG I know him”, it is so adorable.
Wow! What great cards. Thanks for the inspiration.
I literally laughed out loud when I saw your first card. ALL the cards are fabulous–what an incredibly fun set of products you have showcased. The calendar hop just gets better every day!
These are all awesome cards but my favorite is the first one!! So funny! Sounds like something my 4 year old granddaughter would say! LOL
Loving this fun daily hop because it is so easy to hit 4 or 5 places each day than to hit 25 in a day or two! This way we get lots mores inspiration and meet new companies too! Merry Christmas and TFS!
I do see why you love this company/collection.
I find it so enjoyable.Elf was one of my faces.This whole board is so fun,festive,and inspirational.
Great projects… love the “Tis the Season” best I think. Cheers.
Omg. I love the elf movie!
Thanks for sharing so many creative projects in this Advent calendar.
LOVE cards that make me smile. The OMG card did the trick!
Love all your cards but I think the first one is simply too funny!
That first card–>” Santa OMG I know him” is hysterical!! Love it.
OMG I love Pinkfresh. I could own every single thing they design. Love these creations.
Pink Fresh is a new to me company! LOVE your cards and would love to win their bag of goodies!
Enjoying the advent calendar everyday!!