Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 7 of Advent Calendar Extravaganza!!
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In case you missed Day 1, click here!
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 7, 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 Hero Arts! This industry giant I’m sure need no introduction! One of the most genuine, ethical companies I have ever had the pleasure of working with, Hero are just one of my absolute favourite. Their products are known for their quality, variety and timeless nature. I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event again this year!
Hero Arts 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 really can’t get enough of that Forest And Deer Bold Prints stamp. It’s just so elegant! Here I heat embossed it onto shimmery cream cardstock using Platinum embossing powder.
I blended some rose gold ink around the edges and a bit onto my panel, then I reached for another product I can’t get enough of – that Believe die that’s part of a die set from Lil’ Inker Designs! I die cut it several times to provide some height, and heat embossed the top layer with Platinum sparkly embossing powder, then adhered it in place to complete the look!
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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Taheerah, the stamp is lovely but it’s your creativity that elevates it to elegant! This is the kind of stamp that intimidates me, but after seeing your magic, I’m reconsidering its possibilities. Truly stunning…and the shimmery believe adds to the the already extraordinary impact. Whoever is on the receiving end of this will be dazzled, as we all are! I’m running late today…which meand extra bonus of opening even more surprises!
Hugs~c
Love the background!
Loving all the silver and that great patterned paper you created!
I like the background stamp as your card. My eyes were drawn to the deer.
Nice subtle background and lovely sparkling sentiment!
Thank you for hosting this blog hop!
I love this monochromatic look, lovely card
This really lovely. Love this design as well. Thanks for sharing new colors (to me) and how you made this card.
Elegant and sophisticated, Taheerah … this is simply stunning! Anita 🙂
Very pretty card. Thank u for sharing. I look forward until tomorrow.
What a handsome card! Beautiful!
That’s an awesome stamp!!! I love your card – the rose gold edges are a great addition!
Wow!!! What a gorgeous card with all the platinum and silver. Love that stamp and your design. Hero arts is a favorite as they have such clear detail. Thanks for showing this stamp. The other four designers for today did the Hero arts proud, my favorite was the origami and bright colors with the sledding snow scene a close second. Thanks for doing this.
Awesome background and love the glitter!
I love that background!
Wow this is truly gorgeous! LOVE that background with the sparkle sentiment.
A somewhat muted card, it’s like hearing a Carol being sung in the distance!
i couldn’t resist and have that forest and deer stamp. Awesome card with believe!
Very pretty!
Gorgeous car Taheerah, I love that whole backgorund also, I can see why you can’t stop using it!
Stunning Taheerah! No only do I love the paper and embossing powder colors together, I love the ink blending. No one does metallics quite like you. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.
your HA background stamp is lovely and sets a perfect winter scene.
Beautiful card love the background.
I love the Forest and Deer Hero Arts stamp and your lovely card!!
Fantastic card! Beautifully unique! Artistry!
Very nice card!
Very pretty!
I love this card!!! So beautiful!
What an elegant card!
I love that I am discovering new artists along the way!
Your card today is gorgeous. That background stamp is just lovely.
Thank you, Taheerah for this great Advent experience. I do love the Hero Forest and Deer Bold Print Stamp. Your use of embossing and adding the embossed sentiment is elegant.
I’m really enjoying our grown-up advent calendar! To be honest I haven’t been keeping track of who is giving the daily prize unless I see a stamp I like and it’s by them.
I love your card! I’ve already commented on it over on Instagram before I realized it was yours. The platinum shade is stunning.
That stamp is beautiful!
I just discovered this fun adventure calendar blog up. The cards are great and inspiring I have visit a few other places already, hero arts and umbrella something .
Simply beautiful!
Great looking tags
Beautiful card! I love that background & I really love how you blended that gorgeous Rose Gold ink around the edges.
The background stamp is beautiful. The platinum embossing powder is amazing! Love this!
This a must have background stamp and I love the Rose God Ink.
Great card. I really like the background.
oh wow! what silvery wondernous!
What an absolutely beautiful card!
Neat background! And talk about a creatively beautiful card! Wow!
Beautiful monotone card. Love the silver die-cut word on those images. Great design!
Today’s scene looks like my backyard as it was snowy and 4* this morning, very realistic and timely.
Having fun checking out all the cards on the advent hop.
Beautiful background so elegant.
Beautiful card and background stamp?
I’m in love with Platinum embossing powder.This is so pretty.
What a gorgeous background! It is so much fun to follow this adventure each day! The cards have all been beautiful and I have learned many new things!
Grey is one of my favorite colors and this card shows that beauty so well.