The countdown continues! 🎁 Yesterday, we discovered that the very first surprise in the Stampin’ Up!® 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar was a set of coordinating dies—what a fantastic way to start. Today I’m opening Day 2, and I can’t wait to share the next gift hidden behind the door. If you enjoy the fun of daily reveals, follow along with me each day as we uncover all twelve creative surprises!
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Click on the name of non-Stampin’ Up! products shown in my card tutorials.
- MISTI
- Sizzix Sanding Blocks
- Adhesive Eraser
- Magnetic Platform
- Sticky Dots
- Waffle Flower Mat
- Large Silicone Mat – used in this tutorial
- Gotcha Magnetic Craft Stand Tool
- Magnet Cards – used in this tutorial
- Storage Pockets – used in this tutorial
- Craft STAX Storage, Stackable Large Set (2 Trays, 2 Lids)
- Stamping Sleeves
- Vellum Cardstock
- Penny Black Background Basics Stencils
- Uninked Felt Pads – to make your own Cloud Cover ink pad
- Repositionable Adhesive Dots
- Mini Recoil Snips
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The excitement is building! Day 2 of the Stampin’ Up!® 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar has been revealed, and there are still 10 more doors to open. 🎁 Be sure to join me again tomorrow for Day 3 as we continue uncovering new surprises each day.
When your October order reaches $50, one of my Beautiful Pumpkins cards will be heading your way as a thank-you! Bump it up to $150 or more, and I’ll send you the stepped-up version—complete with glimmer, vines, and a whole lot of love. Plus, you’ll earn Stampin’ Rewards if you’ve opted in!
12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar
I’m always happy to answer questions about the project or products I’ve shared—just reach out!
Stamping Smiles,

Spoiler Alert! Let’s take a closer look at today’s Advent Calendar reveal.

Excited to follow the countdown? 📌 Pin this reveal and come back each day to see what’s behind the next door!