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 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 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 Papertrey Ink! What can I possibly say about the industry giant that started me on this creative path and made me a part of the crafty community?! Papertrey Ink were my ‘gateway drug’ – the first company that got me started on stamping. I’ve been a huge fan of the timeless designs and fun products for so many years now. Their creative founder, Nichole Heady, is someone I am honoured to call a friend, and I was beyond thrilled when I approached her about sponsoring this event and she said yes! Nichole has just recently stepped down from Papertrey to pursue other opportunities, but their legacy, their amazing products, and their fantastic designs and Design Team will live on and continue with the Papertrey name! I am so thrilled to have them sponsor the event this year!
Papertrey Ink are generously sponsoring a $75 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’m finishing up this event with a modern take on a classic looking, folksy tree! I am kinda crazy about this colour combo, I have to say!
I used the tree and accompanying images from the O’Tannenbaum set to create my scene. I started by stamping the reverse of the stars stamp with a blush ink (misted a little with water before stamping), then stamped the branches/trunk with Cocoa Bean ink.
I stamped the branches with silver ink, then gold, then silver, then gold! This made a wonderful platinum effect – a great tip if you don’t have any platinum ink! I stamped the little stars, the star topper, the pot and the ‘snow’ (a baubles stamp from the same set) all with Versafine Ink. The sentiment is from the Pen & Ink Christmas set and finished off the look so well! I edged my card panel with white ink then heat embossed a little white embossing powder on it before adhering to my card base. I love how this turned out!
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 Papertrey Ink 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!
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 2018 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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What a unique card! Thank you for all the inspiration during this ADVENT CALENDAR EXTRAVAGANZA! What a fun idea. Well done!
Gorgeous card Taheerah. This has been such a fun extravaganza, so much talent, generosity and inspiration. Thanks for your hard work to make it all happen. Merry Christmas to you!
Beautiful and elegant
What a beautiful card to close with. Thank you for organizing this amazing advent event each year. All the best to you in 2018!
What a soft beautiful card.
A beautiful card with a unique color combo that is lovely! Thanks for hosting this fun event!
Love your card! Loved every day of your Advent Calendar Extravaganza again this year, Taheerah! Thank you for hosting this amazing event. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy 2018!
I arrived here from the PTI blog! Such a pretty card! Love the beautiful tree!
Very exciting! Love your take on this set and I’m a huge fan of Papertrey.
wow what a fun way to inspire creativity and Christmas spirit all month. thank you thank you for all your hard work and care you put into this event and also your 25 beautiful cards . You ended with a lovely card and a fantastic prize ! checking in each day and seeing all the different designers and sponsors was so much fun. Thank you and Merry Christmas!
I like this pretty and peaceful design.
Love this PTI stamp set and your modern twist on this holiday card.
Lovely card! And a wonderful blog hop with so much inspiration. Thanks so much for doing this. I looked forward to it everyday.
Merry Christmas Taheera,This card is stunning.It has such a delicate look with Elegance.This has been a blast of inspiration again this year,it just gets better,better and better.
This stamp set is on my wish list; it’s so pretty and you have created a beautiful card with it.
Love the non-traditional colors you used, Gorgeous!
Stumbled across the great hop tonight! Such inspiration! I hope I have time to come back and start from the beggining in time! Thanks for the fun!
Love it…
Merry Christmas! This
Christmas tree card is
darling. Thank you for
the fun time and the
sponsors for all the
goodies! Happy
New Year.
Carla from Utah
Love, love! what a beautiful card!
I’m sorry I’m just seeing your blog now. Merry Christmas!
Taheerah, that is a Darling card. The blush makes it!
What a hip fun card!
This card is amazing! I love PTI! Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
Very pretty card, love the colors and how you made platinum ink! Thanks so much for the 25 days of fun and inspiration!
Again a wonderfull card.
THANK YOU from me tooo for all the hard work to organize , I have enjoyed every moment of it.
And some lovely cards again behind door 25.
Have a Merry Christmas and a Good and Creative 2018 Taheerah.
I do like your modern take on the Christmas tree. Silver and gold are so festive. Thank you for all you do for this Advent Calendar Extravagnaza.
A beautiful card again! Thank you for sharing your talent with us! There are so many ideas floating around my head now! Thanks and Merry Christmas!
Love the look and design of this card!
its so very beautiful card!
So wonderful to see Papertrey in the lineup. This was my first online shopping experience and I love their products. Your card is gorgeous –wonderful colors with the pink and metallics! Thank you so much for such an amazing event!!!
Pretty card! Love the tree and the font of the sentiment! PTI has such fabulous designs!
Merry Christmas! Thanks for another fun Advent Calendar – your card today is just beautiful.
I love the non-traditional colors, and I really like/love the O’Tannenbaum set. I adore papertrey ink.
What a pretty Christmas tree! Merry Christmas to all!!!!
I love papertrey too!! Beautiful.
Oh wow, fabulous!!!!!
Love the colors of the tree and the layering of colors. Very well done. Thank you so much for all your hard work on this Advent Calendar. I ane truly enjoyed each and every day of it!
Sammibug aka Samantha Houp aka Sammi
Love this card—the colours are terrific! So nice to see many companies represented in these cards!
Merry Christmas – wonderful design!!
Fabulous card, Taheerah!
Thank you so much for another WONDERFUL advent calendar!! You’re amazing!!
Have a very Merry Christmas!
What a fantastic card to end with, the traditional tree in modern tones, love the pink mist, gives great warmth.
Would also like to say how much I have enjoyed this event, you’ve put in 1000 hours behind the sciences & pulled in amazing sponsers, have a restful day & enjoy any quiet time you get before being back for the next work load for all our benefit x
Merry Christmas Taheerah. Love the sweet card. The touch of pink in the background looks lovely! Great inspiration for next Christmas. I had enjoyed your advent count down to the celebration of our Savoir! Thank you!
SQUEAL!! Just BEAUTIFUL!! I just ADORE this Card!! THANKS SO MUCH for sharing and INSPIRING!! Have a FABULOUS New Year!! =)
Beautiful card! I love the scripty font sentiment. The pick on your tree is gorgeous! Thanks for a Fun advent hop—Merry Christmas!
This final card is stunning. The Advent Calendar Extravaganza was so much fun to participate in. Merry Christmas!
Love the little bit of pink–sweet card! So surprised to see PTI is a sponsor–love their products!
This might be my favorite card yet. I love the modern look and I love the dots. I cannot imagine all the work you Advent Calendar project took. So many wonderful companies and products. You are truly something to be able to put this all together. Thank you from a newer card maker. You provided so much inspiration. Happy New Year!
yay it has snowed for us in in Wisconsin – perfect card!!!!
Lovely card. Great colors. Thanks for creating the advent event.