Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 19 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 19, 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 Winnie & Walter! One of my most favourite companies, Winnie & Walter are well known for their trendy, stylish, and downright awesome products! They are headed up by my brilliantly kind and talented friend Shay, who is an absolute gem. I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event again this year!
Winnie & Walter are generously sponsoring *two* $30 gift certificates 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:
It’s Christmas, so sooner or later the Buffalo Plaid had to make an appearance!
I used the Scenery: Buffalo Check Creative Screenings stencil to stencil my pattern onto some red cardstock. Easy peasy plaid in one step! I used a white pen to add some lines for a bit of contrast. Not a traditional Buffalo Plaid at all but hey, who says I can’t use a little creative license? *wink*
I used the awesome In A Word: Holiday Tiles Cutaways dies to cut all my phrases in one go by keeping them all wired together. I adhered my panel onto my card base using Pinflair Glue Gel for a little dimension.
See that gold glitter beneath it? I used my Nuvo Glimmer Paste to transform what was once a white card base! Some sequins to finish off and this stylish number was done!
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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I love the plaid background mixed the gold, great match !
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You got me at Buffalo Plaid, Taheerah! This is outstanding with the gold beneath the die-cut sentiment. I just love this!
So fun! W&W is one of my favourite companies too. I do hope you will be able to do another Gossip Column soon.
Plaid + shiny = awesome. And that stencil came out so clean and crisp, wow!
Plaid and sparkle? Oh yeah!
Love the plaid. Sentiment looks great on the plaid
I like the gold behind the fabulous plaid . Great card.
Love the plaid and the glitter peeking through.
Great card! Love the plaid background!
very festive card
You are just brilliant, Taheerah!! Love the use of the Glimmer Paste on the base to transform the white cardstock! I like the idea of using a stencil instead of a stamp – you are genius!!!
Thank you for sharing your creativity each day and for organizing this fun Advent Extravaganza!!! 🙂
This stencil is so smart, and I wish I had thought of it, I really need to add it to my collection!
Great card.
You got me at instant plaid! That is so cool! Definitely a favorite pattern!
Very nice card.
SQUEAL!! Just BEAUTIFUL!! I just ADORE the Glitter!! THANKS SO MUCH for sharing and INSPIRING!! Have a FABULOUS New Year!! =)
Great masculine card! Love the plaid background and the bold sentiment.
Great masculine card. Love the plaid with the gold.
The buffalo plaid along side the gold is divine!
Elegant card! Great background!
The plaid stencil is fabulous and I love the glittery gold sentiments.
Very beautiful and striking card. Love the glittery sentiment!
I really love the plaid!!! That is one stamp set that is definitely on my list to get in the up coming year!!
Red, Black color combo iso pretty with a touch of white and gold sparkle….Very Nice! I Love this color combo.
Gorgeous sparkle! Those word dies are so fun!!
That plaid background is marvelous! LOVE W&W!!
Such fun on Day 19 with Winnie & Walter! Love your card, simple but high impact too!
Cute card!! Love the plaid. Hard to believe it’s a stencil!
Please don’t get me wrong, you made a beautiful card but I am not a fan of plaid. I love the gold glitter on all the words and all the words or sentiments you used. I’m sure whoever gets this card will love it. Tonight I made 5 Christmas cards! They will be late but it takes me a long time to make a card. I don’t do quick ones. I have a few more to make and then I am done for the year. I might just start making some for next year!
Thanks for showing us your card and for giving us the chance to win something. I can’t wait to win!
Love plaid and gold combo!!!
Oh what a cute card! Love the plaid and gold!
Loving the glitter and the plaid!! A great mix of glitz and homespun.
This design is stunning, and such a clever use of dies and glitter!
Love this! Festive meets rustic. The gold and plaid are awesome!
Gorgeous card, awesome background:-)
Beautiful card! Love the colourful plaid! Thanks for sharing. ?
Your card has a lot of impact with a great mix of colour.
Now that is totally awesome!
I love the buffalo plaid!
okay, LOVE!!!
Fantastic card! Love the gold shimmer.
I love Winnie & Walter stamps!
I really like this card. Thanks for the inspiration
your card is amazing! love the plaid
Oh I love Winnie & Walter! Great card!
Lovin’ the plaid with GLITTER! This is very cute!
Love the use of the negative on here!
Great card and I love Winnie and Walter! Off to hop…
Beautiufl plaid and the cut outs are wonderful.
Wow! You are teaching me new things I didn’t know about!! ANd I love that Buffalo plaid! Gotta get that stencil and love that gold from Nuvo!! Putting that down with the die cut sentiment too!! Loving today’s bold plaid with the gold glitz!