Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 20 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 last year 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 last year’s video (I’m afraid my filmmaker friend was unavailable to help in time for this year!) to explain it:
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 20, 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 Pinkfresh Studio! One of my all-time favourite companies that I’ve ever worked for, Pinkfresh Studio are still a fairly young company that are on the trendsetting end of the papercrafting world! Their collections and designs are *amazing* and truly a joy to work with, as is their owner, my very good friend Kinnari. I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event again this year!
Pinkfresh Studio are generously sponsoring a $40 goody bag, filled with goodies from their Oh Joy Collection! This collection is *fabulous* so you will definitely have fun creating with 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’ll confess – whenever I create with the Pinkfresh collections I just can’t stop!! So be prepared for a bit of an onslaught today – starting with this fun Elf-inspired card!
I used patterned paper, Thickers, acetate shapes and washi strips for this one, and added some splatter for extra fun!
Here I combined a couple of the patterned papers, some of the acetate shapes, a puffy sticker, gold foiled phrase stickers, and washi strips!
All the items work so well together in the collection, and I used just a touch of dimension for some of my elements for added impact!
Next up, I used one of the patterned paper designs and an acrylic mirror sticker. I added some Stickles and a label maker sentiment, backed onto a strip of gold glitter tape, to finish up!
You don’t really need anything more when the patterned paper is the star of the show!
And finally, a combination of patterned papers, gold foiled acetate sheet, acetate die cut, and a puffy sticker!
Lots of dimension on this one, and it looks amazing in real life!
And here are a couple of shots of them together. Go on, pick a favourite. 🙂
I’m sure you can see why I love this collection and this company so much, right?!
Don’t forget 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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What a great mix of cards and ideas. My Favorited is “you had me at Ho Ho Ho”
These cards are so much fun!!! I’ve been intrigued by this company ever since the Winnie& Walter Share the Love event and I recently purchased a few of their products. Would love to win a goodie bag with more fun stuff.
Thanks for that “OMG SANTA I KNOW HIM” card – I needed that laugh!
Fabulous projects… Thanks for the chance to win!
Cute cards
Day 20 is great!
ELF!!!!! I LOVE that movie and I love this card!
Santa. I know him! So cute. Love these cards! Filled with imagination and fun!
Amazing cards!
Oh wow–I absolutely love them all , Taheerah! Gotta try them for next year! Merry Christmas!
Cute Cards! Love hearing about new companies!
What a fun hop! I love getting to click on the little images behind the door!
Fantastic retro look to the designs! Fabulous!
These are so fun, especially the first! Love it!
WOW! Great looking cards. Great job!
What fun cards! Love the use of patterned paper. I needed some inspiration as I have reams of it just waiting to be made into a card! lol
All of them are great cards; however, my favorite is the Elf inspired one.
Nice cards! I think the Santa, I know him sentiment is simply too funny! Thanks for sharing!
Pinkfresh is one of my very favorite companies – can’t go wrong with their collections! My favorite card is Tis the Season!
You make it look so easy! Love the cards.
These are so fun! I really like the gold foil lights! Haven’t heard of this company but I will definitely check them out!
Great, fun cards!
Great cards, I especially love your Elf one 🙂
I am just loving these cards!
They’re all super cute but the ELF inspired card is my favorite because I can’t get enough of that movie!
Fun, funky cards! “Santa! OMG! I know him!!” I love it!
What a great collection of fun designs! It is really hard to pick just one. But if I had to choose just one , it would be the Tis the Season card!
i seriously could NOT stop laughing at the first card!!! bravo!!
Pink Fresh studio make the best patterned paper. Their Christmas stuff in the sss card kit last year was awesome. I love your cards especially the thickers one, it’s so excitable !
I lovely Thickers!! Always looking for inspiration for ways to use my washi tape. Cute cards.
Can’t believe you’re still going strong with fresh ideas!!!
Love that sentiment, “Santa, I know him”
Beautiful, but simple!
Too funny!
Those cards are super fun!
Super fun cards, Taheerah!!! The colors, images, elements, and sentiments are so playful and happy!!
Great cards! Love the diversity and looks of them all. So fun with the gold!
All of these cards are just adorable Taheerah!!! I love how cute they are ? The “you had me at ho ho ho” is brilliant!!!! I’m am so going to steal this for myself!!
Pink Fresh lives up to their name. Designs and ideas are always fresh. Thanks.
Such fun cards! The Elf inspired one totally made me smile!
Awesome cards. There’s no way I can pick a favorite but I like clean and simple the best.
Love all your cards. They are beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing
Great cards! Thank you for such awesome inspiration!
Sammibug in Ohio
wow–those are amazing!
Awesome cards! You are so talented working with patterned papers!!!
Oh funny and fun projects!
These pretty cards have a wonderful retro feel. I love the first one as it is elegantly hilarious.
Pinkfresh have such great goodies and you’ve showcased them brilliantly here, Taheerah … your cards are all fun, happy and each has a great sense of energy about it … my favourite is Tis The Season … it’s wonderfully CAS! Anita 🙂
Love those alphabet stickers from Pink Fresh. You have so many fun and playful elements to your cards. Thanks again for this amazing extravaganza!
Hah, hah, hah, I laughed out loud when I saw the first card. Hilarious! The rest of the cards are great but that first card? I would keep it forever.