Hello everybody! And welcome to Day 15 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 15, 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 Lawn Fawn! The very epitome of cute and adorable, Lawn Fawn have been rocking my world for years with their sweet designs and even sweeter owner, Kelly Marie! I’m so thrilled to have them sponsor the event again this year!
Lawn Fawn are generously sponsoring a $30 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:
Isn’t this just the cutest?! I love those adorable bears!
The bears, snowflakes and sentiment are all from the Beary Happy Holidays. I used some simple masking to extend the size of the ice the bears are skating on and to allow them to be skating on it!
I heat embossed the snowflakes and sentiment (the snowflakes are stamped in grey then heat embossed with a sparkly clear embossing powder), and watercoloured my scene using Zig Clean Color Brush Markers, mixing the colours with a little mist. Simple but sweet, and beautiful!
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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So cute, love those skating bears!
The skating bears are so cute.
Oh the cuteness, I love your coloring too!
Lawn Fawn is my all time favorite stamping company! So excited for today’s hop.
what a cute little pair of bears!
The cutest little bears!But I also love the way the snowflakes look! Great card for Christmas or winter months.Or when. It’s so hot in Florida to cool off!lol
Awww your little ice skaters are so cute!
I am a huge fan of anything Lawn Fawn! Lawn Fawn and Christmas are two of my FAVORITE things put together! What’s not to love!?
Super cute card. The subtle colors and background is outstanding.
How adorable are these ice skating bears! Such a sweet card, Taheerah 🙂
Love the cute skating bears! Great card!
So cute! Love Lawn Fawn and their products and ideas!!
Darling little bears. Very cute card.
The dancing, skating bears are adorable.
The colors are so perfect for your card and I love the snowflake background. What amazes me especially is the masking you did to extend the ice shelf. I am always inspired by your work, Taheerah! Thank you for setting up the Advent Extravaganza – it’s always so fun to see what’s behind the door each day! 🙂
This is adorable! The bears are so sweet!
I had to smile when I saw this card…cute!!
Such a cute and adorable card.
Oh I love me some Lawn Fawn!!!!
So sweet. Love the little bears
Sammibug aka Samantha Houp aka Sammi
I love those adorable little bears. How cute! Thanks once again for everything, Taheera. You are really making this event SO special.
Blessings to you,
Karen Letchworth
Your card is adorable ! I love Lawn Fawn products, their quality is fantastic and they can all be mixed together.
The bears skating with the snowflakes! So cute
Skating polar bears! What’s not to love about it. Soooo cute.
Their bright scarves really make them shine. Lovely snowflake background too.
Your skating bears card is adorable! Super CUTE! Happy holidays!
Oww, adorable ice skating/dancing bears.
Such fun and cute bears. This set is good for all winter cards.
Just love those adorable ice skating bears!
What a cute little dancing bears and the scene you created is just beautiful!! The soft colours are just perfect and help create the scene. Never would have thought to use grey for the snowflakes but it is perfect, especially with the sparkle. I also really like how you extendeď the ice to give them more room to dance.
AWESOME card! I love Lawn Fawn products! I love your little dancing bears!
The little bears are adorable…such a sweet card.
I love this lawn Fawn set.
Great card!, I love Lawn Fawn
No one does cute quite like lawn fawn. Your card is awesome
Those skating bears are darling.
Those little bears are too cute. Very clever use of the front/back stamp.
Even though I usually make cards for adults, I am a huge fans of LF and can’t resist their cute animal stamps.
Love love love all the inspiration today…thank you and RAWR!
This card makes me smile. Such a happy pair
Awwww, what an adorable card – really love it! And you have managed to line up yet another great sponsor – fantastic, well done!
So cute! What a clever way to use the cute bears!
I love Lawn Fawn. The skating bears are adorable and you have given them the perfect winter wonderland for playing! Very cute card!
Love these bears! Cute cute card!
What a truly adorable card! Those bears are so sweet. Love
the cute scene and the pretty colors of their scarves.
Such an adorable card! ♥♥♥
So cute and fun! Thank you for the tip on extending the ice
These sweet little bears are the cutest! The colors are beautiful and feel so fresh too! Adorable!
Oh how fun…love it…tfs
My favorite company!!! These bears are so cute, and it was very clever of you to extend their ice rink to accommodate both of them ice dancing!
Thank-you so much for having me as your guest again this year, Taheerah! I really love taking part in your Advent Calendar Extravaganza. Your card is super cute. Those gorgeous bears are on my Christmas stamp wishlist. 🙂