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Silhouette Advent

I am so excited to share my completed advent calendar. It took me a LONG time to finish it but I'm happy with the end results and can't wait to enjoy each day opening a box with my kids!


I used lots of My Minds Eye paper, Papertrey Ink stamps and dies and some beautiful twine from the Twinery to create my project. I always loved wrapping presents when I was younger and it felt like each little advent box was a chance to decorate a small gift. I plan to put candy, activities and fun surprises in each box (yes, I know I'm a few days late but I think the kids will be okay with year ;) )


I think my favorite box is #9. Lots of layers, lots of fun! I also like box #18. It was one of those things where I had an idea and it worked the first time! Woohoo!

What Christmas projects are you working on this year? I would love to see them!

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Barb said…
Ashley, this is so adorable! Love the bright colors! Have fun opening them with the kids! :)
December 5, 2011 at 11:43 AM
Diane said…
Really beautiful. It was worth all the work! I like the mix of papers that you used.
December 5, 2011 at 4:01 PM
Jules said…
This is so beautiful. I love that you are taking the time to really spend with your kids before the holiday. Where did you get the box that you have it in? It is perfect!
December 5, 2011 at 5:41 PM
Susan said…
Your advent calendar is amazing Ashley! I know you will delight in seeing the faces of your children opening their special boxes each day. Well done!
December 5, 2011 at 8:30 PM
Elizabeth Allan said…
Spectacular Ashley. The children will love this!
December 7, 2011 at 7:32 AM
Tiffany Ervin said…
Your calendar turned out so wonderful! WOW! I really want to make one of these next year but I don't have a Silhouette, will have to improvise, love the numbers and colors!
December 7, 2011 at 9:43 PM
donna mikasa said…
What an adorable advent calendar! I love the papers you chose, too. Hope your kids are having fun counting down the days!
December 8, 2011 at 2:17 PM
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