Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 21 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 21, 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 Lil’ Inker Designs! One of my DT alums, Lil’ Inker will always hold a dear place in my heart! Their designs are fun, fresh, quirky, with a little sass thrown in! And they are headed up by my friend and uber talented designer, Laura! I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event this year!
Lil’ Inker Designs are generously sponsoring a $35 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’ve shared a lot of modern/vibrant/cute/non-traditional cards so far – so it was time to go vintage instead!
I use the -awesome- Vintage Christmas Wreath set for this card! The wreath is so beautifully detailed and can really be the star of the show! I stamped it in a dark sepia tone (by stamping twice with a grey and a brown ink) then watercoloured it with my Zig Clean Color Real Brush Markers.
I always scribble my Zigs onto my desk (I have a glass desk) then use my water brush and a little Glimmer Mist and water to add my colour so I get built-in glitz! I used some white mist mixed with Glimmer Mist too and used that to watercolour a little of my wreath and to splatter on a little ‘snow’.
The sentiments for the wreath are buildable and interchangeable. I stamped mine with a couple of different colours and then splattered on some gold mist to finish!
It’s not a party without a prize – and with prizes every day there are several chances to win! Today’s prize is generously supplied by Lil’ Inker Designs so you’ll definitely want to get your hands on it! Simply leave a comment on this post to enter! Don’t forget to grab the other surprise destinations from behind the door, and head over to them to leave comments there as well to improve your odds even more! You have until 7am EST on Sunday 31st December to leave all your comments!
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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Very pretty card, I love kraft paper coloring.
Color on kraft is such a great look.
That’s a gorgeous card, very elegant !
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Love hopping and your Extravaganza, but it also makes me add to my wish lists. This wreath set is a must-have as I love how versatile the sentiments are and the vintage look of the wreath, especially on Kraft card stock. This is a favorite, Taheerah!
The image on Kraft is so beautiful
This is absolutely gorgeous, Taheerah. I don’t use kraft often enough and this is a great inspiration to give it a try more often.
I get all caught up in Lil’ Inker dies, but I am loving what you did with the stamps! So elegant and beautiful.
This is so pretty! I love the look of this vintage design! Very traditional and very elegant!
What a stunning card! I love colouring on kraft paper!
Your card is simply beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
This vintage card is one of my favorites. Terrific Teheerah.
Beautiful and elegant card!!!
Fabulous soft effect!
I love everything about this card.
Oh, I LOVE this card! Love the kraft background and the pop of color in the sentiment!
I love this card! In fact I went right to the website to purchase the stamp and matching die set!!
Gorgeous card I really love the subtle colours on craft card..probably my favourite card to use at christmas time. Thanks for being in tgis blog hop. Xxx ? xxx
The colours of the card on the kraft background really make everything pop out!
Such a sweet card!
Wow…just stunning
So lovely! Love the muted colors.
Love this vintage look on the kraft!
Love the colors of this card and the vintage look! Very nice card.
I love the softness of this card.
Wow…. another breathtaking card, Taheerah! I love anything on kraft and this is a winner in my book! The use of color on kraft really steps everything up a notch. I can imagine that this card is very sparkly in real life with the use of the Glimmer Mist.
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful cards with us. Not only are you creating STUNNING cards every day during this AWESOME advent extravaganza, but you are ensuring that everything is going off without a hitch. Thank you!
Love the card.
Love the way you built this card!
Classy and elegant card. Love the soft colour palette.
Very pretty vintage card. I love the soft snow on the card.
I love the vintage look of the card! The design looks especially good on kraft paper!
Great card! Love the look on the kraft paper. So pretty.
Love the muted colors of your card. It is very christmasy and vintage too.
So soft and beautiful!
Gorgeous card! Love the way you colored it!
I love the toned down colours on this card!
This card looks very old fashioned and elegant. I love how it looks. There isn’t a lot of Christmas colors in this but I like how it looks . It’s a very different kind of Christmas card. Thanks for showing us your unique Christmas Card and for giving us the chance to win something. I am amazed at everything I am seeing on this hop.
Love this on kraft..it might just be my favorite!
SQUEAL!! BEAUTIFUL!! I just ADORE the Kraft!! THANKS SO MUCH for sharing and INSPIRING!! Have a FABULOUS New Year!! =)
Very pretty card.
One of my absolute favorites! Love the stamp set and the amazing card that you have created Taheerah. Truly inspiring!
What a gorgeous card!!! I love the soft look!!
Stunning! I love the coloring on Kraft. So cool!
Beginning to Love using kraft cardstock for background stamping, desing, coloring…one of those….more you see it….more you love it kind of thing. Great design, coloring. Nice!
Such a subtle but stunningly gorgeous card!!
I love that piece of cotton in the wreath! Lil’ Inkers has some of the sweetest stamps!!
Gorgeous card! I love kraft stamped cards! Thanks for sharing. ?
SUCh a nice card. LOve that wreat.
Love the soft colors on kraft paper.
Your card makes me 000-aaah-0000. Like my dad said when something was lovely