Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 22 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 22, 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 Ellen Hutson! What can I say about one of my most favourite companies, and people?! Ellen Hutson is another fantastic papercrafting store full of all your favourite supplies and brands, as well as an exclusive line of stamps and dies designed by pretty much my all-time favourite designer, Julie Ebersole! Ellen and her entire team are honestly the nicest bunch of people *ever* and Ellen herself is an absolute diamond of a person. I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event again this year!
Ellen Hutson are generously sponsoring a $25 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:
From vintage yesterday to modern and minimal today! That’s how I roll!
I had so much fun with several of the Essentials by Ellen sets. The Modern Christmas and Merry & Bright stamp sets provided all the images, and the main sentiment is from the Brushstroke Christmas set!
I enjoyed heat embossing some of the images for an extra glittery punch!. The companion sentiment was also heat embossed onto black cardstock then trimmed out and adhered using Pinflair Glue Gel for dimension. The card base was covered with some patterned paper from the My Mind’s Eye Oh What Fun collection and really adds something extra to the card!
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 Ellen Hutson 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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SQUEAL!! Just BEAUTIFUL!! I just ADORE the Colors of this Card!! THANKS SO MUCH for sharing and INSPIRING!! Have a FABULOUS New Year!! =)
Very pretty card with it’s subtle images.
Beautiful card. Love the addition of glitter. And the sentiment is just too beautiful.
Another awesome card! And I love the Merry and Bright script.
AWESOME Card! Great HOP!
Very beautiful!!
This cared is one of my favorites of the hop! Love the design, the stamps, the colors…EVERYTHING!!
Great CAS design, use of color, texture, subtle bling, sparkle , contrast used to create this very creative work of art. Nice!
I love your combination of these stamp sets. They just go together so well. And the heat embossing is like putting icing on a cake. Great job, and Happy holidays.
Love your amazing twinkling background! EH makes some fab sets!!
Great gold and silver design!
Nice card.
Beautiful card! Gorgeous colours. Thanks for sharing. ?
Beautiful card!
Another great card – you are so versatile!
This is So Cool! Subtle design, subtle colors. Nice details!
Fabulous CAS design!
Love the clean modern design!!
The texture on the stamped images is a nice surprise.
Gorgeous card! Love the modern look and the pastel colors!
I just love how you added the patterned paper in the background. Stunning
This is talent! You can put random images randomly on the page and it looks stunning. I haven’t acquired that skill yet so I’m borrowing yours. Thank you
Such a pretty card. All those elements work perfectly together!
I also love Ellen Hutson products and our card is indeed merry and bright!
Lovely!
Great card with a fun use of products and ideas for your background and whole card! Love Ellen Hutson!!
LOVE!
The stamp images you used are so fun and look like they could be so versatile! Beautiful card!
Modern, minimal and soooo chic! The embossing/glitter is a fabulous special touch! Another WOW!
Hugs~c
I just LOVE the use of these soft colors, pretty!
Love this…all the different contrast and texture…love it..tfs
A beautiful elegant card, love the soft colours you used for your background stamping 🙂
Sweet card!! Love the soft and graphic look!!
Fabulous CAS card! Love the bold, black sentiment.
sweet card:)
Love the touches of the sparkly heat embossing!
Beautiful card! I love the background!
Pretty card
Love this sparkly card, especially the green and gold holly and the glittery pink bell!! Thanks for sharing! Merry Christmas!
Your card is really beautiful ! I really like its modern look.
I love the modern design and non-traditional colors!
Great cards
Beautiful card – love how clean and simple!
Very pretty. Thank You for the inspiration.
What a lovely card! Love the soft background
Great store!! Great card!!! LOVE them BOTH!!!
The leaves look like they are made out of mesh.
Wonderful card.
thanks for sharing.
Lovely card. I like the soft colors.
Simple but so elegant…LOVE IT!
Oh goodness, how elegant and classy, yet with a touch of fun too!