Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 25 of Advent Calendar Extravaganza!! Merry Christmas!!
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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 25, 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 My Sweet Petunia– creators and inventors of the (Most Incredible Stamping Tool Invented) – MISTI!! What can I say about this wonderful company, and wonderful invention? It’s not very often that a product comes onto the marketplace that truly is a game changer. The MISTI is such a tool and it will change the way you stamp – forever! Not only will your images be clearer, more even and *perfect*, but you also open the door to a whole host of techniques and make mass production of designs a breeze!! A true innovation, and one that every cardmaker needs!! My Sweet Petunia are headed up by my innovative and inspirational, dear friend Iliana – she is just the most awesome person, and if you haven’t read the story of how she came up with the MISTI then please go and look it up – it’s a wonderful Christmas story!! I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event this year!
My Sweet Petunia are generously sponsoring a MISTI (or a Mini MISTI, if you prefer!) as their prize!! This is a prize that EVERYONE wants, believe me!! Both these sizes of MISTI are awesome, but if I were to pick one, I’d go with the original size – more versatile for techniques (and a more expensive prize too! *wink*)! And if you already have a MISTI/Mini MISTI – trust me, you’ll get on very well with a second one, haha!!
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:
Seeing as it’s Christmas Day, I thought I’d give you a gift of my own – a video!! My first video in *ages*! As my card(s) for today have a tool as the sponsor’s product today, it made perfect sense to put the MISTI to use in mass producing a simple but stunning Christmas card! Please watch below, or check it out on YouTube to see it in HD!
And now some photos and some more details!
I used my Mini MISTIs (yes, plural!) to make mass production of these cards a breeze! I stamped the confetti border/corner stamp (from the Holiday Confetti stamp set from The Ton) on diagonally opposite corners, and the sentiment is from the Mama Elephant Merry Christmas Wishes set. The first card uses a white shimmer card front. I heat embossed all the images and adhered my panel to my base – and that’s all there was to it!
I had fun with different colour combos – this one features a shimmery black card front, with platinum confetti and gold sentiment!
Another favourite here – this time with a red shimmery front, and a cream embossing powder for the confetti!
And a green version – this time the confetti is in an off-white!
And one final one, with a cream shimmer base. 🙂
And here they all are together – swoon!!
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!
Before we close, I just want to take a few moments and thank you all for visiting here each day. I hope you’ve loved Advent Calendar Extravaganza (certainly from your comments it seems that way!). To say this event is a huge undertaking is actually an understatement – there’s so much behind the scenes work you don’t see, and so so *so* many hours that I pour into making this a celebration to remember. I hope you’ve been able to enjoy the festivities and that it’s made your holiday season a little brighter.
I also want to take the time to thank each one of the awesome sponsors and amazing guests that have helped make this event what it is. It simply wouldn’t be the same without them, and they have been so inspirational and generous with their time and their contributions. I hope you’ll take the time to show them as much love as you have me – they all deserve it.
Don’t forget you still have until the 31st of December to get all your comments in, so be sure to visit all the secret links and play along. Fit it all in during your holiday season, and I’ll be ready to draw winners in the New Year to get 2017 off to a good start!!
And finally, I want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas!! Thank you all so much for stopping by!! I hope you’ll still visit here between now and next year’s event too!!
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Thank you so much. You’ve provided wonderful Christmas presents for all of us along the blog hop. You have provided lots of inspiration. I think I like the red shimmer card stock. Brave — now go put your feet up and rest!
This has been such a fun month. There’s so much talent out there….thank you all for your gift of sharing your work!
This is a beautiful, yet simple card with beautiful variations. Sometimes less is more! This extravaganza has been wonderful, hate to see it end! Thank you so much.
Love these Taheerah! Hope your Christmas was merry. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into this event. And a big thank you to all the sponsors and guests as well. I’m now going to work my way back to check out the posts I haven’t visited yet.
Marianne x
MISTI has totally changed my stamping life. LOVE IT!
Great project! Those cards are also great to give as a set. Thanks for organizing such an outstanding event!
Loving the variety of colors, the shiny gold embossing and the elegant font on these cards. Perfect for mass producing and another reason for me to want a Misti!
Thanks so much for your wonderful holiday advent blog hop
Loved watching your video, Taheerah! (Wisdom hairs? no, they’re glitter in your hair!) Merry Christmas 🙂
Beautiful! Love the use of silver and gold on the same card; plus all the rest are equally stunning! Great font on that sentiment.
Love these!! Thanks for the opportunity to win a MISTI!
Thanks for this great extravaganza! Love your clean and simple card.
Sweet and simple card! My favorite is the black one. Thanks for the chance to win a Misti!
Oh my gosh! I just had a chance to watch your video and I love hearing your voice!! You should do more videos in 2017. Thanks for a fun extravaganza!!
Simple, lovely cards! Thanks so much for a month of inspiration!
Wow!! Everyone of those cards are gorgeous ! Not sure which one would be my favorite. I want to thank you again for organizing this extravaganza. I have thoroughly enjoyed every day of it. I think one thing I liked about it was seeing different things- things that I personally would never have done but seeing it – I absolutely loved it. It encourages me to be adventurous and go outside my box a little, do try something I normally wouldn’t do. Another thing I liked about the extravaganza is that I am fairly new to stamping and cardmaking and it opened my eyes to all the companies out there. There were about 5 companies I’d never heard of before and about 3 or 4 I’d heard the name but that’s it. I’m sure those companies are happy for your free advertising for them too, lol. So thanks again for all your work. I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and all the best to you in 2017!!
Awesome set of cards. Love that border stamp and the Merry Christmas sentiment. Thank you for making the video and sharing your ideas and techniques
What versatility, what charm, what creativity! Beautiful cards!
Wow!!! Your cards are gorgeous!! Fab video too!! I so want a Misti!!
I love those cards and a MISTI would make it so much easier to recreate!
These cards are so beautiful but also easy to mass-produce with the MISTI – a winning combination in my book!!
Thanks to you & all of the designers and sponsors for 25 days of amazing creativity!
Love the font on this card! Thank you for a chance to win!
Beautiful card.
Mass production gorgeousness!! Love these so much!
What elegant cards! Gorgeous!
Love it
Love the simple elegance of these cards
I love your embossed card. Day 25 was amazing. Thanks for doing this amazing hop. Merry Christmas, Taheerah!
great way to mass produce cards – thanks for the video!
Great Cards and thanks for the extraganza
I love the idea of creating a set of these cards in multiple colors! Thanks for the amazing work of putting together the extraordinary Advent Extravaganza. You and your generous sponsors have made it the best yet! So many creative and inspiring projects and products~everyday was another fabulous gift to unwrap. We are truly in your debt. Happy holidays.
well I enjoyed this day and the card…… thank you
Love the cards you made. You make it look so easy..
Cush simple yet beautiful cards! I love the green one! Thanks for giving an idea for next year’s cards!
Great cards!!!
Beautiful card set! Thanks so much for such a fun and inspiring blog hop!
Those are very elegant cards and so easy!!!!
I have really enjoyed this advent adventure! I’m looking forward to next year! Thanks so much Taheerah.
Ho ho ho so beautiful! Love these beautiful cards, it seems like such a simple design but it has so much character, and the variations are endless! Love your nails too 🙂
Merry Christmas and thanks so much for this AMAZING advent calendar project, I’ve been having so much fun hoping along and my head is spinning with inspiration ^_^ ThanQ!
thanks for taking the time out of your busy life to entertain us with this hop.
It’s been fun and informative. Got so many great ideas.
thanks also to the sponsors for providing wonderful gifts.
take care.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
I love that you started this Advent Calendar. Something to look forward to every day. a treat for us all and also a great tradition to carry forward. My favorite is the black and the gold lettering.
Love the idea of the advent calendar. Sorry I missed the early ones. But now I can go back and look at them all.
Thanks for the opportunity to win.
Beautiful card. I love all the color combinations!
Gorgeous cards.
Just LOVE your work! I subscribed to your blog/page as well. Thank you for the opportunity to win the Misti as I can’t afford one on my own.
Happy Christmas!! Thank you for the video and for the awesome inspiration cards!! 🙂
A lovely way to end such a festive blog hop!
What a sweet card! I love the idea of cards you can use after Christmas is
over ?
Love how a strong sentiment can really make a card! Would be great to gift as a set of notecards.
What a beautiful card, I love all the different colors! And this Advent event was SO much fun!
Lovely and elegant design–I love the way the confetti frames the sentiment!!