Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 14 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 a couple of years ago 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 a quick video that explains how to find those special links!
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 14, 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 The Ton! What can I say about this amazing company – they’re one of my favourites!! Their designs are so beautiful, unique and clever – I only wish my wallet would stretch to buying them all! And their owner, my dear friend Effie, is just the best! I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event again this year!
The Ton are generously sponsoring a stamp set of your choice as a prize! With an amazing array of products you’re really going to be spoilt for choice choosing 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:
If only you could see this one in real life! The varying sparkle and shimmer on the wreath is amazing!
I heat embossed various elements from the Christmas Wreath Builder set using different sparkling embossing powders. I started with the base wreath in a sparkly clear embossing powder, then stamped on the white layer and the various embellishments, adding the different embossing powders at each stage, then heat embossing in one go! The stars/sparks are from the Christmas Tree set.
To create the background on the card, I swiped a white inkpad downwards to create a sort of woodgrain look, then lightly stamped some bokeh dots to add a festive touch! The sentiment is from the Christmas Wreath Builder set and was heat embossed with the same embossing powder as the sparks to tie everything together!
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 simply gorgeous!
I love the beautiful simplicity of this card. Thanks for the inspiration.
I’m not familiar with The Ton – but I’m liking what I’m seeing – nice card
Oh wow, That’s the prettiest wreath I’ve seen all Christmas!
Classic holiday elegance — with a shiny. sparkly POP! Beautiful!
The frosty wreath is incredible!
This card is absolutely breathtaking.
What a stunning card, Taheerah!! I love how you created the wreath using the different layers and embossing each one with a different color. I’m pinning this for inspiration and technique. Thank you for sharing your creations and your talent with us! I love the advent extravaganza and so appreciate all of the hard work you have put into it to ensure that it goes off smoothly and full of inspiration!
Wow! This is such an elegant card. I wish I could really see how sparkly it is IRL.
Silver on a card always produces such a classy and elegant look!
Wow – this card is so pretty.
Gosh I love the atom. Everything they do is elegant. Your use of the gray is perfect on this!!!
That would be the Ton and not the atom lol
This card has a fresh airy feel. Very pretty.
Sammibug aka Samantha Houp aka Sammi
Oh my, that silver is GORGEOUS Taheera. LOVE this. Thanks again for everything you’re doing to inspire and bless us this Christmas season.
Karen Letchworth
Really cool technique – -layering various embossing powders to create your wreath. Wish I could see and touch in real-lief!
This advent event is soooo fun. I love all the cards you and the special guests make. Opening the doors are so fun. Love how you made the wood grain background.
Very pretty and feminine. Love the shimmer and texture.
Pretty card! Love the glittery look!
How I wish glitter and sparkle would show up better in photos, but I can still see how dazzling this is. Gorgeous!
I have never heard of THE TON….but their stamps are absolutely beautiful!!! LOVE them!!! Off to check out more of their site right now!
Great looking sparkle and shine on your card.
GORGEOUS wreath card, I love how you achieved the super cool background too!
Great card.
Just beautiful. Love the colors that you chose
This is lovely…if I was to swipe inks down my card it would be a mess…tfs
Such a beautiful and elegant card–I love the sparkly wreath and teh faux woodgrain background!!
Gorgeous card
Gorgeous card! Very sparkly! Thanks for sharing. ?
Love the way all the embossing colors worked to gather . gave a nice full wreath. All around pretty card thanks for sharing your design and tech.
Amazing sparkle!
This is gorgeous!
OH wowza! This is so elegant and sparkly! Love it!
Very Pretty!
Gorgeous and so elegant for the holidays! I love all the sparkle and shine.
Such a pretty card Taheerah. Love the metallic colors with the cool gray. Lovely wreath.
so very pretty!
happy holidays! ??⛄
hugs , Fiki
Love the “frosted” looking background…very creative design, use of color to create this work of art.
Oh love the metallic color combo!!
Love the sparkly wreath!
I love the background and wreath of your card – so beautiful!
Look so soft and pretty.
Great card and fun activity
Oh how pretty! Love the faux woodgrain and boekh dots. And how gorgeous is that wreath!
Gorgeous card! Thank You for the inspiration.
Love it, very elegant!
Love this sparkly wreath! Thanks for the inspiration.
WOW, your card is fantastic ! I would never have thought it was possible to layer different embossing powders without heating them between each layer…. I will have to try it !
Elegant and beautiful.
thanks for sharing.
Beautiful card! Love the sparkle!
Fantastic card!! Superb in silver! I’m so glad to be playing along and left some love on all the participating blogs for Day 14 🙂 Thank you for the giveaway 🙂