Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 11 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 11, 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 Waffle Flower Crafts! With a mix of quirky, trendy, and funky designs they’re sure to help you create fun and unique cards! They are headed up by my awesome friend Nina, who is one of my Gallery Idol alums and a really talented designer in her own right! I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event this year!
Waffle Flower 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:
I wish you could see the shimmer on this in real life! It’s so festive!
The image from the Poinsettia set is so beautiful and makes for a unique layering stamp! I used Altenew inks for the flowers and leaves, and Versafine Vintage Sepia for the branches.
The sentiment is from the Peace On Earth stamp set, and I heat embossed it with some platinum embossing powder. I watercoloured the whole card with a mix of shimmery gold spray and then inked the edges with gold ink as well! I finished with a few flicks of mist and some Nuvo Glitter Drops for maximum shimmer!
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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Beautiful, feminine…love the soft colors!
Very beautiful card! Love the advent calendar. I participate every year!
So pretty. I like the soft colors.
The soft colors are so pretty! I like the sparkle too!
This has such a whimsical look to me,love it.
Your card, as always, is beautiful! Love the color combo and design.
Fabulous and unique layering stamp! Love the soft colors of your pretty poinsettia!
I love this pretty card with its retro look.
Gorgeous card! I love the soft colours. Thanks for sharing! ?
Such a sweet card! SO soft and lovely
This is just lovely!
Love the vintage look of your poinsettia card.
Your card is similar to the antique cards I see with those very muted colors. So pretty.
Lovely card Taheerah, love the soft colors!
I love the soft colors you used.
Beautiful card. I love soft color on the poinsettia. Thanks for sharing…
Beautiful card and
the image is so
pretty.
Carla from Utah
I love the vintage look of your card.
Love poinsettia in any and all colors! Very beautiful.
Pretty and soft pink / gray colour palette. Love the shimmer.
Very Pretty!
This is just amazing, Taheerah! I love the retro vibe this card has going with the pink and the elegant poinsettia! Thanks again for a wonderful hop today and a fun Advent calendar countdown!!
Love your card, it has a cool retro feel, and the colors are lovely.
Great card, simple yet totally awesome!
You did such amazing work with these stamps! Love your beautiful retro card and especially the silver glitter embossing of that gorgeous sentiment. Such a fabulous font!!
Love the soft touches of your card! It just has that beautiful look. Love Waffle Flower!! Off to hop…
Love the movement in the branches the shimmer options are all lovely
I love the soft, vintage-y look!
Very pretty card. My very first planner stamp was by Waffleflower. They started a real addiction – lol!
I love what you created–a little piece of art.
What a beautiful card. I love the colors you chose.
Shame the camera looses the shimmer as the rest of the card is so pretty & delicate x
Lovely card and colors
these colors are perfect for these retro looking stamps!
Soft, pretty, and vintage. I love this, so different for the holidays. Just lovely. Happy Holidays!
Beautiful retro-looking card !
Thanks again for the organisation of this great event !
Such a soft and pretty card
Beautiful card! I love the non- traditional colors.
Beautiful! Love your soft vintage colours 🙂
I’m so impressed with how you managed to get the Waffle Flower products (which I tend to think of as being quite modern) to work on such a vintage-y card. Proof positive that there’s always another way to use a stamp set! Thank you for sharing your creativity yet again. You must have been busy as all-get-out while prepping for this, but you have made some stunning cards. Thank you so much for all your hard work crafting and organizing!
Your card is so beautiful ! With a little vintage look, sweet ! [email protected]
So soft and beautiful! Love!
Pretty poinsettia card, love the softer colors and the gold shimmer is so elegant and festive! Really like the Waffle Flower designs and your card design is a perfect fit.
So soft and lovely! Your card is nicely elegant.
Excellent and beautiful all in one!
Great poinsettia. Love this beautiful card. It’s stunning!
I love the soft colors you used! A vintage looking beauty.
SO retro!!! I love this, looks like the cards I remember my parents receiving when I was a little girl!
Gorgeous card!! Love the soft colors!!
love the vintage look of your card today – very pretty:)