Hu there Sona! 🤗 it was my pleasure to do the reveal for everyone. I think they did a good job starting with the hot chocolate (love it) and ending with the combo paper pad(want more of it in that size) ! Thanks so much for watching and letting me know your thoughts! 💕
Thanks for another great reveal. Really do not need more tiny pieces to store or loose so I think I will pass on this and use my allowance for something I will use more. Happy Christmas!
Hello! @FRED 171 🤗 Well passing on this will definately give you more $ for Birthday celebration goodies! I thought it might have a better price point on CC site vs HSN, even as platinum it will only save $5 over what I paid, and I had free ship... I saw on the chat about the Gary box, I do not like that switching around. I take it that the items were not as good, you guys sounded not pleased at all. I think half back is good, not overselling and changing things out would be better. Thanks for watching, hope it helped you decide.🙂💕
Thank you for doing this video. I love the papers. For me though I would never use such small embossing folders and stencils. The first two advent calendars were my favorites.
Hello there Heidi! It is my pleasure to do the reveal. I know it won't be for everyone for a variety of reasons. I will be interested in what Craig comes up with having so many of the small emboss folders. I did love the first couple calendars, still use the dies regularly. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch! 💕
Thanks Jennifer for taking one for the crafty team and revealing all the doors! I truly appreciate videos like these! I like more from this year’s calendar than last years, however I think this years calendar is on the expensive side so it really depends on what CCs price is going to be for the calendar that will determine if I get it or not. Thanks again for a great video!
Hi Christina! I am curious to see if everyone will be good with the price point or not. I am guessing it will be $40 to $45 on CC I'd yiu are Platinum. But you never know...I was thinking I wonder how many items I can remember from the calendar already, like when you try to write all the names of the states.. 😂 I will still be surprised in Dec.! Chat soon!
Hi Jennifer, Oh my Lord. Oh how i wish i had bought this when it went on sale this year. Absolutely brilliant. Thank you a year later. Luv from the UK x
Hello Lynne! 🤗 They went way down in price last year (about half) and that really sold them all quickly. It was such a darling box as well. Did you get this year's? Or are you waiting for a deal on it? They are a lot of fun. So, more importantly...are you ready for 2 weeks of the birthday launches and sales? 😀 If yiu saw the HSN booklet ,you know what is coming! Crafty sunny hugs from Florida🌴💕
thank you for doing this. To me, this one is not worth the money. I didn't buy the 1st advent calendar, but bought the 2nd and 3rd. and then the mid year customer appreciation calendar I think in 2020.. I use those dies ALL THE TIME.. fantastic word die phrases. Then, I did get the 2020 advent calendar, but the stamps and dies are so tiny I think I've only used one die one time. I haven't purchased another advent calendar since. As someone stated below, maybe CC should consider making larger stamps/dies and maybe only 12 days of Christmas (can use year round themes) and make the cost a little easier on our purses as well as make the stamps and dies bigger to handle. Again, thank you so much for showing your advent calendar... it is very helpful to the rest of us who consider purchasing it but just don't want to take the chance of having one that isn't to our specific crafting.
Hello! 🤗I agree with you, there have been some great calendars in the past. I was very happy to show the contents to everyone and let them decide if it is worth it to them. I would like a days days of Christmas calendar, that would also be a ton of fun for over the holidays when CC is shut down. 😢 Thanks for watching and letting me know your thoughts, It is always great to get everyone else's opinions! 🙂💕
Thanks for sharing your calendar Jennifer, I don't like tiny stamps/dies and wouldn't know what to do with those tiny embossing folders, really rather pricey with the items being so little, so not for me this year.
Hi Samantha! 🤗 this is pretty much card making in miniature 🙂 except for the 6x6 pad that is. It is definately a lot pricier this year so I think this way everyone can decide for themselves. I hope you will still try and catch some or Craig's FB lives. Did you last yr? I cant see them all, too busy, but it is fun Thanks for popping by and taking a peek. 💕
Stop looking at the adorable packaging and just say no. I think the idea of the advent calendar is cute. I can see it being a good gift for a young crafter who is just starting to craft. I also think it would make a nice gift to give a crafty friend. I would give it to them during the last weekend of November, so that they can enjoy it thru out the holiday season. I would even get it for myself just to have a bit of fun each day counting down to Christmas day. That being said I do think it is over priced. Days 1 - 23 are very similar to items you would get in Michael's dollar bin; back in the day. I still remember the joy of finding a cute mini stamp for a dollar. It was one of the highlights of stopping by Michael's. The paper is very pretty and the sort of thing you would find on sale for five dollars at any of the big box stores. The packaging is adorable and adds five dollars. So the grand total I would pay is roughly $35.00. I am disappointed that I watched Sara on HSN saying that each day, of the advent calendar, was worth between $3.99 and $9.99. It just isn't true. I really like Sara and feel bad for knocking her product. Believe me, I have invested in many of her products over the years and have been very happy with my purchases. This item, however, is simply priced too high at $55.00 With that in mind, I will have to stop looking at the adorable packaging and just say no.
Hello Carol! 🤗 I love your comment, really well said and clearly thought out. I dont recall hearing the items to be worth $3.99 to $9.99, bit then again I am usually doing 3 things at once (work, order, watch 😂) I don't see any way those $ amount t could be placed on most the items in the calendar. I, myself accept that they will be overpriced but still cute goodies and a fun treat for December. But I do think that the pretty packaging will pull quite a few in.🙂 Thanks for taking time from your day to watch and let me know your thoughts. 💕
The baby stroller advent was definitely the best calendar. This one is far too expensive for what's in it, and there are also several near-duplicates from previous years. Thank you for the video! 🎄
Hello Pebbles! 🤗 I think that yr was my favorite calendar as well. I find that die comes to mind often when making a baby card. I am glad you got to see what was in it. It definately jumped in price this yr, but then what hasn't? Thanks for taking the time to watch. 💕
Greetings! 🤗 I am glad you enjoyed watching. I like to watch lots of unboxingings of crafty kitsand advent calendars , most I do not get. Who would have all that money or space? But it is fun to do, like window shopping to me. 🙂 thanks for taking time to watch 💕
Hello Tania! 🤗 I am so glad you liked it. I hope they would do it again, it has been going for several urs now. Spellbinders said they will be doing one again. I just wonder what the $ will be? And that said, I am pretty sure I will still get them both ! 😂 Thanks so much for taking a peek!
I finally purchased this because it was on sale. Also I had free shipping so I ordered a few other things. Thank you for showing this, I really liked it. Plus I like Craig's videos on ideas to use these items too
Hi Jean! 🤗 What a deal now! I missed Craig today 😥 I will watch that tonight. I am so glad you got it! I feel like I want to make 1 card the same as his for each and then my own. Once you hit that free ship it is easy to just go for it! Hope your goodies get here before Christmas. 🎄🙂
Thanks for this wonderful & most helpful video! I really love this advent calender. I'd prefer that all of the stamps would include their matching die cuts (Both crafting wise & economically). However, I love the fact that we have lots of options - not just Christmas themed items, and needless to say - the packaging is phenomenal! *_Merry Christmas & a Very Happy New Year!_*
Hello BeautyBug! 🤗 How kind of you to say! I am so glad you like the calendar, hope that means you are picking one up! I just watched it launched on CTV and didn't want to say much and spoil it if someone didn't want to know the contents, but it was hard not to! Thanks for taking the time to watch and let me know yiu liked it 💕
Thanks for doing an early review just so your fellow crafters can judge if they want to spend that money. Thank you and I think it’s a little pricey, but much better items than in years past.
Hi there Mary! 🤗 it was my pleasure to show you. I agree that it is a bit pricey, but it may come down in price or maybe CC will have a deal on their site , or watch for those great HSN 20% off coupons combined with a cash back offer. You never know! Thank you watching💕
TOTALLY LOVE IT JENNIFER! Thank so very much for going through the whole calendar, each item is wonderful! I would love a bunch of the paper pads too 😍 I will definitely be buying this, I'm such a fan of all of the smaller size stamps, dies, embossing folders and stencils. Plus the box itself makes a lovely mantel or wall decoration. Also will be opening all of it right away lol! Too exciting not too, plus now I know what's in each door 😁Definitely looks like the inner compartments are more "stay put". I didn't have trouble with mine last year or previous years, but I did see some videos where many people did. Thanks so much for a fabulous video, now looking forward to buying one even more than I was in the first place! On the Advent calendar, I am not fussy about the price because it's like a special edition item to me. Oh and I haven't forgotten pictures of magazine kits, life just keeps getting in my way. One I especially want you to see is a Christmas/Winter One that has 64 page book of papers, ephemera and even slimline landscape background scenes! Never saw anything similar to that before! Had no idea when I bought it either! Very exciting! Have a great day, looking forward to your next video 🥰
Hello Mary! 🤗 I am so glad you liked it! I can't wait to see what Craig will male with all of these items. That was so much fun, it felt like 24 craft alongs. Great fun now that the kids are grown and I am not doing all those Holiday activities in Dec. This yr the box is held together great and of course it is already on display 🎄 I know you have a lot going on so whenever you remember to show me the pics is good.🙂 See you in chat!💕
Good Evening Winterprism! 🤗 Those were all really cute. I am dying to try everything out but I make myself wait with all of you, the torture! The paper pad was a brilliant idea, one section for each season. Love it! Thanks for watching and letting me know your favorites! 💕
Hello there Betty! 🤗 you are most welcome. I would fo with a 12 days of Christmas calendar too. I like that type as well, as you get it ON Christmas and then gives you a treat each day afterwards to go into the new year. I like that it is something to look forward to after the big holiday. Thanks for taking a peek 💕
Thank you for sharing! Although I liked everything the price to me seems somewhat high so I'll pass this year on it. But I appreciate you showing and curbing our curiosity.
Hello Kelly! 🤗 This is exactly why I did the video because it is a bit pricey this yr. I am glad it helped you decide.🙂 Thanks for taking the time to watch.💕
Hi Ms L ! 🤗 This one is still available to get, on HSN or the CC website. Parr if the fun with this one is the daily lives and videos from Craig Laird. Makes sure I use everything right away, even if just to copy his make. Thank you for watching, I appreciate it. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I got it! I wouldn't have known about it if you hadn't shared it, so thank you again for sharing! I will probably copy to begin with.
H sew lol Rhonda! 🤗 Considering they already are offering big discount on 2, I would be willing to bet it will get reduced even more. It is a pretty high price point this time. What do you have your eye on this week? I missed out on the inks, but I am ok with that. I kept debating if I wanted to pay for shipping and the decision was made for me. Oh well, next time. 🙂
@@4holidaysdesigns Since I won the Say It With Flowers Mega Bundle on the HSN Preview Show, I really just ordered some extras of that collection. Now...here's hoping that I actually get the Mega Bundle!!
Hi there Beth! 🤗 maybe see what it will be on CC next week? Because, I know it will be birthday week and they will suck me right in with the good deals, freebies, etc... Even if you don't, I hope you watch Craig's daily FB videos, it was fun and he made such great projects with the items last year. I saw on FB a bunch of people had $10 off coupons for HSN today, there is Retail me not cash back , and free ship over $75...not to enable or anything 😁 just so you know your options! Chat soon 💕
I really don't mind the smaller stamps and dies as they're good for cards but I didn't like it last year when they started to include stencils and embossing folders. The stencils are impossible to use without getting paste on your project and the embossing folders only work with Crafters companion. I have several other die cut machines and their folders worked with none. I won't be purchasing this simply because they're doing embossing folders and stencils again. If it was all stamps and dies I would have paid the price for the fun of it. Maybe you can let them know. Merry Christmas!
Hello there Karen! 🤗 I think many people feel as you do. I think we all would prefer a stamp or die over a mi I stencil. I had no idea that the CC folders do t fit in other machines. I have a slew of Gemini and A DP Marquis. I am considering a large plate traditional die machine though because some items wont work with the Gemini, like Sizzex folders. Any suggestions? Craig is doing his daily advent opening and a card/tag. Each day with it. Most will be a live and they are fun to see, maybe he will inspire all of us with what to do with the mino stencils and folders. 🙂 Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts 💕
Hi there Eileen! 🤗 I have really enjoyed doing these videos, the items on. Other are fun and cute. I can't wait for December. I feel like I better get all my shopping, baking , decorating done before Dec 1st, so I can have a go with both of the calendars each day. Thanks for taking the time to watch 💕
Hello Sharon! 🤗 I am glad the video helped you to make your decision. At that price point lots of people want to know what is there first! Thanks for watching 💕
Hello Shirley! 🤗 So far it seems about half the people agree with you, and that is ok. But that is why I liked doing the video last year and this yr. Last yr was much less and still had about 50% think the same. Thanks for taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts. I appreciate it. 💕
Hello Rachel! 🤗 quite the sacrifice 🤣, so glad you love it and are getting one! I can't wait for all that Dec fun in seeing everyone's makes with it! Thanks for taking a peek. 💕
Thank you Jennifer for showing this. It is a lovely box. I don't know if you heard the story about the design. This is the place of her dad's wallpaper business and home where Sara grew up. One of the floors is Sara's office when she first started CC. Leann and team definitely nailed this one. I did not get anything from HSN this last craft day. I know, SHOCKER, LOL. I plan to buy this on CC when launched next week. Thank you for your sacrifice of showing us. I know all who get this will enjoy it very much.
Hello Miriam! 🤗 I had no idea of the story behind it. I love that! Did she tell that on HSN or the preview? My husband even watched the video, he said the box looked cool and wanted to know what was in it.😂 So glad you are getting it, we will all have fun in December with it. 🎄🎄🎄Happy to make the "sacrifice " 😁 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I believe it was on HSN during the presentation. I cannot remember who the host was at the time. It was so great to hear Sara talk about it. She said this box meant so much to her because of the design. That is what will also make this box so special....part of Sara and growing up with Dad's business
Hello Shelley! 🤗 I am so happy you git it now and at such a better price. I think knowing ahead helps, now the question becomes what do you get with all the money you saved?😁 Thanks for watching and letting me know you decided to get it 💕
I liked the way you express yourself when you open each number. I am like you, I don’t wait😊. There were few things that I liked it but not for my budget. Thank you for showing🌹
Hello Dinah! 🤗 What a kind thing to say , thank you.🙂I am glad if it not for you this year that at least you got to do a virtual opening with me! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts.💕
thank you so much for Sacrificing your calendar for us to see. Its the best one they have done by far. I absolutely love everything in it as you do. It is so beautiful too definitely worth more money then previous ones I have gotten. Thank you again. I can't pick a favorite I love them all. I don't know how much it will be but I want 2
Hello Gigi ! 🤗 It was my pleasure to make the video, happy to "sacrifice " 😂 I was excited to see it all and I really want to play with it but promised myself I would wait and do it day by day in December. I do think it is gorgeous and the box looks like it was barely touched so it is on display. I think it is $55 on HSN (may be able to get coupons, cash back on sites like Retail me Not, and there is free ship over $75. There is a birthday booklet out for CC, and the calendar is listed at $60 in there, but you may have a discount (mine is platinum so 20%), they may do a special for the launch, plus free gifts every day and such. Don't forget all those great FB lives with Ctaig Laird in December, even if you don't get it, he does an outstanding job on them. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment 💕
I'm not sure if I already commented this or not, for CC advent calendars I learned that I can open the bottom or wherever the flaps are glued on both sides and slip out the trays. You can access the items thru the foil much easier that way. Just keep track of each side so you can draw the numbers on the foil for your next spoiler video. Then the pretty designs wont be destroyed 😊
Hello Berni! 🤗 How did I not see this comment? That is brilliant! 👏 I would have never thought of it. So do yiu keep the boxes for decoration or storage? They are soo clever with the designs. 🙂🎄💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I've kept a couple because they're so pretty. I cut the sides off the so they're flat and easy to store or use (if I'd ever use them lol 😆)
Hello Marion! 🤗 Keep your eyes out around Sept/Oct. That seems to be when they pop up. I love it too, btw. Did you see the Spellbinders Advent as well? That was great and I have a video on that one as well. You may want to take a peek and decide if you want one of them or both! Thanks for watching and I will definately post the minute they become available in 2023!
Hello Mary! You are most welcome 🙂 Dosen't it look like it will be fun? I cant wait to see what Craig and everyone does for daily makes 🎄 Thanks for the kind words and watching as well 💕
Hi Jennifer, Oh What Fun!!! I truly enjoyed your unboxing and this is the first time I’ve seen this. My favorites are the Tree, bows and mittens, all are very nice. I believe I would purchase it. Tfs xoxo SparklingChar Happy Crafting ✨💖😁💕✨
Hi there Char! 🤗 So nice to hear you enjoyed it. I certainly did. It reminds me of being a kid at Christmas and getting to RIP open all the gifts at once! 😁🎄 I can't wait for Dec 1 to start using it. I may look but it is a no touch, well use, policy until Dec 1 , then 1 a day with everyone else. Thanks for virtually opening it with me. 💕
Thanks for sharing. Normally I wait to open with Craig and everyone else on the FB lives but the previous two calendars have fallen short for the price. Most of these dies are similar to previous years dies just a smaller version. So you saved me a few bucks. Thanks again.
Hi Roz! 🤗 I think with how much more it costs this yr it was important to let people see what was in it. Let everyone decide for themselves. Did you see the Spellbinders Advent that I did the reveal on? That may be more to your liking. Thanks so much for watching 💕
If you want to check for any other items but don't want to destroy the box, can you ease apart the cardboard 'seam' along the bottom of each side, and slip out the plastic trays that way? 🤔
I may have to try that Pebbles! I would hate to think I missed something, this yr the box was put together MUCH better than last years. Thanks for the idea 🙂
Hi there Betsy! 🤗 I am glad you were able to decide if it was for you, or in this case not. I think at this price point a lot of people want to know before purchasing. Thanks for letting me know your thoughts on it, and for watching! 💕
Hello Lynn ! 🤗 It is a gorgeous box . Were you watching any of the shows where Sara explained it is where she grew up and the family had the business? Such a sweet nod to that. And the contents are pretty great too! Thanks doe taking time to watch.💕
Hello Rhea! 🤗 You will this December! Craig Laird from CC does FB lives in Dec each day that show how he comes up with a card using each. He will be doing it again this year, so stay tuned! Even if you dont get the calendar, it is a great way to get inspiration for all the small bits and Bob's of our stamp and dies collections. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it. 💕
Hi there LaQuieta! 🤗 It is my pleasure to share it with you. Maybe see what CC has as a special for the launch day and birthday week? I am always looking for a good deal myself. 🙂 Thanks for popping by 💕
Hello Sharon! 🤗 It is my pleasure, I am glad it helped you decide. 🙂 Will you be watching the Craig Laird lives on FB in Dec? They are a lot of fun to go with the calendar. Thanks for taking time to watch 💕
Thank you!!! The cost is not a lot for everything that you get, so it just depends on whether you would use the products. The paper pad is cute but what do people do with a full-page 6x6 scene? Is it more for scrapbooking and not card making?
Hello Doris! 🤗 I love my crafty Advent calendars. Dis you see my video on the Spellbinders one as well? It is pretty terrific as well. I have used the full 6x6 papers as front of card with just sentiments, or a die/stamp that relates (say a skeleton at Halloween) w/ sentiment, cut them down for 3x6 or A2 cards. And definately for poertolios, mini albums, scrapbooks.... That was a really nice pad. One for the entire yr. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and let me know what you think. 🙂💕
Hello Anneke! 🤗 Me too! Even though I opened it , I can't wait to use the items. I am waiting like everyone else to create with them. Thanks so much for watching 💕
This was awesome! I bought the one year before last. I loved it. Last year I tried to order a Star Wars advent calendar, but was ripped off and got a box of junk. I wasn't planning on getting the CC one this year, and was thinking about getting a sewing one, but after seeing this unboxing, I am thinking I might get one. I hate when people complain about what is in them. It is a ton of items, even if they are small, the price is pretty standard for a non-candy advent calendar. Maybe I will get this AND a sewing one!! :) Thanks for showing us everything. It really helped me (even though it should be a surprise for me). I will forget anyway lol
Hello Laura! 🤗 If I had seen a Star Wars advent I would have definitely bought it too! Sorry you got ripped off. I am glad you liked this one and if you get it , you will definately forget most of what is in it by the time you open it. I already have, someone commented about a reindeer, and I had already forgotten he was in there!😂 Me being an enabler would say get both! Treat yourself! Did I mention I am getting the Spellbinders one as well?🤣
Hello Joyce! 🤗 I am so pleased you like it. I am glad I was able to show you what is in it. It is fun even opening it all at once. Thanks for taking time to watch, it is appreciated 💕
Hello Vivienne! 🤗 I am so glad you liked it. It was an awesome deal on CC , especially when they had 17% off one day, 12 % another day ...free gifts and such too. I wanted everyone to see so they could decide , buying through HSN was dedinately much more. I am still happy I have it even at that price. Thanks for watching and letting me know your thoughts on it. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns yeah I did get it with the 17% off. They seam very useful craft items. Every time you opened a window, ideas kept popping in my head. I know it spoiled the surprise, but I will forget when it comes to opening my own. Thank you for the review x
Hi there Rosemary! 🤗 I am glad you like it.🙂 It is still a good deal on the CC site, plus different freebies. Oh, and I spotted a discount code of 10% off, B10, from a FB post, so there is always that too. I used it this morning so it should be good on any order if yiu haven't already used it. Thank you for watching 💕
Thank you for making this video. When I first saw the price, I said NO WAY! I have all the others but I wasn't going to spend $55.00 for this one. Now, I may consider it. Some cute things in there.
Hello sewcrafty! 🤗 It is my pleasure to make the video, thank you for watching! There are definately some cute items. Maybe see what CC is going to offer it at on their site? I know for me as a platinum member I get 20% off, plus they may offer it lower to start with. I think it is coming out Monday or Tuesday. 🙂
I like everything in the calendar, but I wish they would have made sure all of the Christmas items were at the beginning of the month so they could be used this year. Putting these items in the last few days is to late, but can still be used in years to come..... if we can remember we have them...lol ! I'm thinking about laying out (by year) all of my dies, stamps, etc from each calendar on a piece of paper, w/a lite removal tape, and then making a copy of the page(s). This way I can better see and refer to what I have, thus making me more likely to use them. Or you could actually cut out or stamp the image.
Hi there Michelle! 🤗 That is a great idea! I keep my in baggies, right at the front of my supply stash. The early calendars were all dies (which I kind of liked) and I use so often. Did you already get yours this yr? Thanks for taking a peek!💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I keep mine in baggies by year. My new calendar hasn't arrived yet, but I just received the majority of my HSN craft day haul yesterday, so it will hopefully be here soon. 😊
@@michelleparsons6931 I just got the majority of mine yesterday as well. A huge box! Which I hid very quickly from hubby. 🤣 it is those darn secret sales that keep getting me! Glad I not the only baggie girl 😂
Thanks for the reveal! (This is a year later 😅) I'm going to see if I can get my hands on this later on after I've bought this year's (2023) calendar! ^.^ ♥
Hi Ruth! 👋 You never know, they may just have some show up in a warehouse sale one day! 😉 I love getting the Advent every ur and even though I open it so people can decide it they want it, I can never remember much of what was in it by the time Dec 1 rolls around! Thanks so much for taking time to watch ! 💕
Hello Glenda! 🤗 I think you hit in my favorites as well. I know I have lots of Christmas, but not those and they are adorable! Thanks for watching and letting me know your favs 🙂💕
Greetings! 🤗 Its my pleasure to do the video. I thought with how much it was this yr people would want to know what is in it before buying. I have already forgotten almost all of it! Glad it helped you decide. And thanks for watching and letting me know your thoughts on it 💕
Hello Karen! 🤗 So glad I was able to help you decide. It will be on CC site next week 🙂🎉if you get the discounts there, or I heard HSN has a $10 off coupon today and retail me not had a 6% cash back and there is free ship over $75. Did you get one last yr? I had fun with Craig's daily videos, so I always like being able to make those cards in Fec as well with all these items. Thanks for popping by 💕
Thank you for the reveal, I should be getting mine today but I just couldn't wait so I had to watch this video. I haven't made up my mind if it's worth the money or not, I guess I'll wait to see it in person. Thanks again for sharing it with us and I hope that everyone who purchased one will enjoy it. Be blessed.
Hello Pamela! 🤗 That is the great thing about HSN , very easy to return if you change you mind. I think you will know when you get it in your hands to keep or return. Thank you for watching and it is my pleasure to share with you. 💕
Thank you for showing us all the surprises! I held off buying theirs because previous years were microscopic items. I would definitely buy next years and open in November to make Christmas tags since most are holiday themed.
Great unboxing. I have gotten the calendar for the past 3years now. I do feel that this is the most cohesive and the best one so far. I also feel like there are a few repeat items from previous calendars.
Hello Mariposa! 🤗 it is a great calendar, love the story behind the design as well. I am going to have to check in Fecember as I reopen it , if any of the items are duplicates. Hmmm...Thanks for your comments and taking the time to watch. 💕
I usually get this but I thought price was a little high. Now that I saw it revealed I am glad I didn't get it. I thought there should have been more dies.
Hello Laura! 🤗 The prices is definately a jump from prior years. I think last yr was about $35? I am glad the video helped you know that you made the right decision. Thanks for taking the time to watch and virtually open the calendar with me. 💕
Hi there Romeros! 🤗 Now I cant get that out of my head when I look at it! 😂 I think we will need a split screen of Craig and the Santa at some point to ck it! Thanks for popping by 💕
Hi Jackie! 👋 I was signed up for the emails on her website and got it. I also knew it was coming . I think she had mentioned it on an AGTV show. So I knew to keep an eye out. Items go ridiculously fast on that sale. Crazy prices, right? The next time I find out one is coming I will.definately post in here. You do need the email for the link for the sale.so.make sure you are signed up. 👍🙂 Thanks for watching, it's appreciated. 💕
Loved watching you unbox the calendar, but if you paid $55 for it there’s no way each door is worth $2.30 … I’m from the uk, but I’m converting the price and most of them are the little stamps and folders you can get in the 99p bins ($1.12) in hobbycraft/the range etc, so even if you say yeah the paper pad in 24 is worth more than $2.30 it’s not worth the $27.14 of the extra doors to make up that price and then the $2.30 for that door making it $29.44… it’s a pretty paper pad but it’s not a $30 pretty pad… Now if they’d stuck to the roughly $35 was it that last years was making each door about $1.45… Especially when companies are *meant* to take a hit with advent calendars, the stuff inside is *meant* to be a lot more expensive than you pay for it because it’s supposed to advertise the companies. Like the ones from paper chase that are £45 ($51) that are worth over £100 ($113) or the luxury ones like selfridges that are like £200 ($227) that are worth over £1000 ($1133) Not that I’d ever pay that kind of money, I’m just making the point that the company are meant to put in more than the cost products and I’m sorry to say if this was $55 then it really doesn’t look like they did. No matter if you can get it on sale, the point is that the retail cost stays the same. And even more if what I saw in another comment is true and Sara and the others have been saying each door is worth $4-10… That’s just not true and is totally misleading. Anyway. The items inside are mainly really cute, that’s what’s the really annoying thing- what’s in there is cute, and totally either bumps up your stash as a seasoned crafter or starts you off as a newbie… it’s just that the price is totally wrong. Sorry.. I’ll get off my box now 🥴🥴🥴
Hi there Jodlice ! 🤗 I dedinately do not think the values are what they have repeatedly said of $4 to $10 per door. Just not true. I think the value isn't there as far as the cost of the products. Fir me it is the fun of opening it, crafting daily with Craig and the others, Which you still can do without the contents. You made a lot of good points and I am sure that plenty feel as you do. I am happy to open and show the contents for just such a reason. Now, paper wishes has a calendar?....hmmm I dont think I knew that 😁 Thank you for taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts on it. I appreciate it. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns You’re very welcome. Yeah paperchase have 3 calendars this year, an adult one for £45 ($51) worth over £100 ($113), a kids one for £35 ($40) worth over £60 ($68), and a little miss& mr men themed one where all the stuff in it is themed too and that’s £35 ($40) too 👍🏻 I agree with what you say about the joy of crafting with others being added into the kind of value of the calendar, but then you have to think can I afford to pay that much for that little value and be paying for the ‘experience’ especially at this time of year. Even when as you say you could join in without the calendar, it’s not like it’s exclusive to those who have the calendar, I’m sure seasoned crafters have similar items they could switch out for the ones being used if they knew in advance what was being used. I dunno it just feels like a £20 ($23) calendar at most if someone had unboxed it then asked me to guess the price I’d have gone for like £20. Simply because as others have said most of the items are identical to ones that are in the specials 99p/£1 bins at the craft shops that you dig through.
Found your channel when looking for a reveal of the calendar (and subscribed). I'm not sure it would be worth it for me. The small stencils I know I wouldn't use. The embossing folders are a maybe. The stamps and dies I like, but I are generic enough, that I feel I have similar pieces in other sets. Thanks for doing the reveal... If I liked it enough to purchase it would not have affected my fun at opening the calendar daily.
Hi there Mary! 🤗 I am so glad it helped you decide. I think at that amount of money, many people would want to know. It is fun but certainly not a priority to a seasoned crafter. Since you aren't getting it , It is nice you got to virtually open it with me. I hope you will still join in with the Fecember lives with Craig, always a nice treat . I never craft along, chat during, craft after! Thanks for taking the time to watch and lete know your thoughts on it. 💕
That was so much better than I imagined! Because I have 20 years of supplies and get 3 different kits a month, I won't get this, but it was certainly tempting!
Hello ther d g ! 🤗 You sound like me with the 20 yrs of supplies 🙂 love to know what are your 3 kits you get each month? I get Tonic most months, Spellbinders ,sometimes bits and sometimes all, and finally CC. But the CC boxes I usually wait until they go on sale. Some recent ones were just $10/11 today! Thanks for virtually opening the calendar with me 🎄💕
@@4holidaysdesigns @4Holidays Designs right now I'm getting Not2Shabby, Spellbinders, And Simon Says Stamp. I sometimes get Tonic, but it seems like they mostly do boxes. I'm easily influenced by you tube, lol.
Hi Terry! I think it is alot of fun too! I just looked in the calendar and did not see anything. What was it that I missed? I may have to RIP my pretty box apart yet! Please let me know. Thank you for watching and letting me know. 💕
Hi Just LM ! 🤗 You sound like me to my husband! 😂 I hope this helped you decide if you would like these surprises.😁 Thanks for popping by and taking a peek💕
THANK YOU 4 doing this Video!!! I've been waiting 4 some1 to do it. I've had a rough yr health wise & medical bills have piled up becuz of it. When I saw the Price on Craft Day on hsn .. I couldn't justify buying it til I knew what is in it. This yr I'm only allowing myself 1 Gift .. was capping it @ $50 .. but now seeing what's in it .. I Definitely want to get it!! I'm w/ You .. I Like the little Stamp n Dies cuz there's so many ways to use them .. especially for fillers in some cases. I'm thinking Cool background papers you could make w/ the Stamps. I Love what they did this yr for the Paper Pad!! I wish we could Buy more of it. Maybe in the future Sara/CC will make us Paper Pads like that, cuz I think that would be Awesome!! 😉😊 I don't know what my Fav is in this one cuz I Liked it ALL. Maybe the Deer or the Butterfly edgeable or Paper Pad lol. Last yrs Advent Calendar I ended up buying cuz of your video showing us what was in it. So I really do Appreciate you doing these videos. TY!! Take Care & Have a Great Week!! 🤗☺️ TFS!!🥰🥰 Side Note: Went 2 my $Tree to get some of that 5/8" Day of the Dead Ribbon .. like U I got the DP Stamp n Die Set .. that Ribbon would be Awesome w/ it. Talked to the Manager & she said they never got the Halloween 5/8" Printed Ribbon. They only got it in the 2.5" Ribbon, which I looked @ & there's no way any of them would work for cards. I'm so bummed. But I did get the Black Tulle w/ Silver Spiderwebs on it. I did find & got Ribbons that have individual Orange Pumpkins, Black Spiders, Black Webs, Black Skulls, & Purple alternating Spiders & Webs. I think w/ those ribbons I can cut them apart & use that way. Also they had No white Tulle w/ the snow stuff on it .. she showed me they only got the Colored Tulle w/ the snow on it. I got the Lt. Blue for my blue themed Xmas cards. TY for doing that video!! I don't go to my $Tree that often cuz I'm in a w/c & I have to wheel a steep Hill to get there. Sorry 4 my comment being so long. 😵💫
Hello Jill! 🤗 I am sorry to hear of your health issues , that and the bills can put quite the strain on a person. I hope your crafting makes it all a bit better 🙂 I am so happy that the video helped you decide to get it. I agree that it is expensive for an unknown! But aren't the items terrific? I look at the calendar little gifts as one half and the daily craft along sessions with Craig as the other half! Even if I do it more as a craft after instead of along! I am glad you found at least some of the items at $ tree, not all the same stores carry the same items. I love the DP set, btw. I wanted to go back for the lt blue tool with the snow on it, thanks for reminding me. I got the big snowflake cut out from last yr as a lucky dip and want to do some shakers with that tulle. Thanks so much for watching , Jill and for the kind words. 💕
Thank you for opening the advent calendar. I really like the 6 x 6 paper pad. Would be so happy to be able to purchase just that As nice as the set is I think it is really too costly. It is difficult to work into the budget. You did great revealing all of it. I have wondered what was in those boxes. Now I know. Hugs and blessings to you
Greetings! 🤗 That paper pad is great! I would buy more as well. Since you decided not to get it , I am glad you could join along in opening mine! Thanks for popping by to watch. 💕
Wow!!! I was so very impressed with items.Your right the box a couple years ago with stroller etc.was so very useful The tree calender I guess was a true bust But I have to say CC has redeemed themselves Thank you so much I'll be ordering one.Yes, when I saw price I was skeptical Love door 24!!
Hello Shannon! 🤗 I am so glad this helped you to decide. I really like the collection this year, especially the paper pad!. I told my husband I am going to scan each paper so I have it going forward. I hope you are getting it from CC during this birthday week, them more free gifts with it! Yay! Thanks for watching and letting me know you will be getting it. Hope to see you on some of Craig's lab lives in December! 💕
Thanks, Jennifer, for the very helpful video. I shan't be getting this but I will watch Craig's Lives. I found last year's advent calendar at a vastly reduced price in one of the CC stores a few months ago, so worth looking out for if you wanted the contents.
Hi there Claudia! 🤗 The past 2 years, the calendar ended up on HSN website reduced in price a couple months after the holidays as well. Still 24 days, so I bet people can just use it the same, just a yr behind ! Or just pull out the contents and add to your crafty stash. So which did you do? Waiting for this Dec or already using what was in it? Nosy people would like to know,,😁 Thanka for popping by! 💕
Hi Debbi! 🤗 Hope you will be happy with it. I guess only time will tell, how the openings and makes go and how much we use it during the year. I think I will ask that question next yr...was it worth it? Thanks for the inspiration! 💕
Hello Nancy! 🤗 It is actually Jennifer here, 😂, but I have been called worse...Much better deal on CC than HSN! And free gifts! I am so glad you liked the video , kind of you to say. I am in the Boca area, my sister is in Vero. When we retire we want to move up that way, love the area and it has to be good for fishing (because THAT is my hubby's priority for retirement. ) Send him out to fish and I can craft in peace.😁 Thank you for taking the time to watch and let me know you picked 1 up 💕
Sorry about your name mixup Jennifer. I got a really good deal by buying calendar this week for bday deals. By using platinum it was $47.95, free shipping so less $12, then gifts included a voucher of $10 so basically $25! And I bought AOC, stamp pad set, and something else (I forgot) lol. Have you gotten any good deals yet? It is definitely cheaper up here then Boca, but prices have definitely risen! Fishing is great up here!!!
It was so much fun watching you open this. I received one last year from my sister and I loved it. I hope she does it this year. I may order one just in case or to give as a gift.
Hello Denise! 🤗 what a nice sister, may be time to start dropping hints...like forwarding a pic of the new calendar 😁 They are so much fun. Did you follow along with Craig's daily makes on his FB lives? I really enjoyed chatting with everyone in the eve and being inspired by each piece. Thanks for taking time to watch 💕
@@deniselothrop70 I only have started using it in the last year or so to connect with crafters I have met online. I am not sure if they will also post it afterwards on you tube, but I will certainly ask Craig and CC. There are many, many people who do not use or even like FB. I will keep you posted if I find anything out.
It’s great that you enjoy that so much and will use the parts. Your enthusiasm was delightful and made watching your video fun. I don’t know what you paid for it but I wouldn’t buy it. I don’t think I’d use much other than the paper. And it was very attractive paper. It’s nice that there were stamps that came with dies I just wouldn’t find them useful. Good for someone starting out but don’t most of us have those images if we wanted them? And I don’t know how anyone will use the tiny embossing folders. How often do you want a 2” square block? Likewise, the Happy Birthday stencil will need to be VERY carefully masked because the confetti images come right out to the edge where you don’t want the color to extend over the stencil. On the other hand, the flowered stencil was very attractive and nicely designed to function well. For some future year if the 24th were a die to cut a box that forms a 2” cube, the embossing folders could make interesting texture on it and the small dies could decorate it. That might make it all more functional for giving small treats. That’s something I’d consider buying. The packaging is nice but I think that’s mostly what people will be paying for.
Hello Galen! 🤗 I love the idea of making a box die on the back! It would really pull the calendar together. I think that should be suggested to Leann Chivers from CC for a future year.👍 This is definately not going to be for everyone. Whether it is what you have in your collection, price point or maybe not liking the items. And that is what makes crafting so fun, such a variety of products out there.Thanks for taking the time to watch and let me and others know your thoughts, it is really appreciated. 💕
Hello there! 🤗 I also preordered the calendar from Spellbinders! I am just as excited for that one and hope it will become an annual item. I would have liked all the stamps to have a die as well, just makes them that much more useful. Time to fussy cut I guess! 🙂 Thanks for popping by to virtually open the calendar with me. 💕
I was never going to buy this advent calendar so your review wasn’t going to change my mind. I just like to watch advent calendar openings and I really enjoyed your video.
HI Shelly! 🤗 Nothing wrong with that! I love to "window shop" on you tube 😁 I get to see WAY more than I would ever be willing to buy. Have you got any other good Advent reveals to recommend? I love seeing them as well, all kinds. Thank you for taking time out of your day to watch. Much appreciated. 💕
Hi Jennifer, I watched your video for a few door openings and then I stopped because I might buy the calendar and I'd like to be surprised. I just not sure yet when I'll get it, if I do. I just hope I can get it for a cheaper price, maybe after Christmas. LOL! Thanks for your video. It sort of convinced me that it might be something that I'll want later down the road. :0)
Hello there Pam! 🤗 I would be willing to bet it will be on sale at some point just like last years. Instead of December , just do 24 days of Feb or something! Or maybe leading up to your birthday, like a Pamapaloosa !😁 Nothing wrong with wanting a surprise, that is why I put so many warnings and spoiler alerts. Hopefully everyone is good with how I did it. Thanks for taking a peek👀💕
Hello! 🤗 yay! I bet you got a fabulous deal on it! Did you get the set of sentiments with the calendar for free? I think if the price wasn't so high they would have sold them all earlier. I hope you have fun opening it up...all at once or saving for next year?
Lots of cute things in there, but not much I'd personally use. Some things I don't understand the point of, the embossing folders and stencils for example. Maybe I just don't have the imagination for it. Thanks for doing this. I won't be buying.
Hello Maggie! 🤗 I agree that there is lots of cute items in it. I am not sure about stencils other than as a center point focal, or all over as a background. The embossing folders I thought would be just like a series of panels? I will have to see what everyone comes up with, I am not theost imaginative either.🙂 it was my pleasure to do it and thank you for taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I did think of panels with the folders, but then thought why not just run my card stock through a regular folder and cut into panels. Small stencils, I realized, could be useful in mixed media for small accents here and there. But as I said, overall there are some very cute things in there, and a few I'd actually like to have, but just not enough to make it worthwhile for me to purchase the bundle. Which is not saying it's not a good deal for people whose card making style is different from mine. :)
The paper was my favorite. I just saw you show Spellbinders advent and comparing this to Spellbinders I think the Crafters Companion seems kind of cheap. A lot like last years which was terrible
Hello! 🤗 I am glad you got to compare them to each other. I think at the price points they were people should have an idea what is inside. Thank you for watching, both, and letting me ,and others, know your thoughts on them. 🙂💕
Curious where you are that you say Fall rather than Autumn. (I’m in the U.S. and at least where we live they’re both used pretty much interchangeably. At least I think I say both!) Thanks for the fun video! My stash is stupidly huge so I’d resist this, though think it’s really fun.
Hi there Beth! 🤗 I am in South EAST florida but grew up in Eastern Pa. I definately say fall more now. I think it is all that pumpkin spice talk and "fall y'all" that goes around. I do miss fall/autumn and the leaves changing. Although it is almost feeling like winter here, ONLY 82°! 😂 Thanks so much for taking time to watch. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I used to spend quite a bit of time in south east Florida and the Keys. Miss it! It got to 60 up here in VA near DC and MD today, so I’m not complaining. Enjoy your wintery 80s weather!
Thank you so much for reviewing this. I am not sure it is worth it unless you really would use most of it. I don't like food stamps and dies. I do like the little embossing folders . I would not buy this at full price.
Hello there Bonnie! 🤗 I have found the more I use the small stamps and dies, the more I use them.🙂 I also keep the prior years right by my Gemini because they do get a fair amount of use, more the dies I think. I would bet this will come down in price, it has for the last several yrs. You should still try and catch Craig Laird's lives each day in December. Lots of fun and I inspiration for small stamps and dies. Thanks for taking time to watch. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns Ty for the response and good ideas all around. I will say that I am an artist and primarily use Acrylic on canvas as well as watercolor. I could see a use for some of this stuff with mixed media. I also have to say I am more of a collector of crafts that user of them lol. I may buy it on sale and give the food stuff to a friend. Ty so much for sharing
Hello Nancy! 🤗 The Crafter's Companion Advent calendar is on their website for $48 US, not sure where you are. And I think it is on HSN for $55, but you can usually get a 20% off code, they have them every couple of weeks. Sometimes even free ship days. If you sign up for Club Inspire on The CC website (free) you get 20% off your first order. Hope that helps, let me know if you have more questions. Thanks for watching 💕
I like it but it’s still too expensive. It seems like they spend too much on the design which raises the price. I’d rather have better products inside than a fancy box that I can’t use.
Hi there V ! 🤗 I am glad you like it, I do too. That price point is up there this year. I would be good with a simple box and a lower price point on it. Anyway to stretch my craft $ is a win with me 🙂 Thank you for watching and taking the time to let me know your thoughts on it. 💕
Hello Debbie Carol ! 🤗 Well then I am glad you were able to virtually open up this years calendar with me! There is always next year. Thank you for watching. 🙂💕
Hello M O ! 🤗 It is my pleasure to show it. You probably would have liked the Spellbinders calendar, tons of dies, all sold out but will be back next yr. Thanks for taking the time to watch 💕
Hello Cynthia! 🤗 It was my pleasure to do the reveal. Definately not for everyone at that price point. Glad you got to virtually open it with me🙂 Thank you for watching and letting me know your thoughts on it. 💕
Hello Sandra! 🤗 I just checked on HSN and they are still available there. If you buy there make sure you use a rebate site like 'Retail me not' for cash back, there is free shipping all month at HSN if you spend over $75 and a few people reported they found a $10 off purchase for today at HSN. If you are wanting to buy directly from Crafter's Companion, they will launch next Monday or Tuesday as part of their big birthday celebration. I hope that helps you find one! Tahnks for watching and good luck grabbing one! 💕
Hi ! @Joye It definately isn't cheap this year! I think it made it even more important to me to do this video. Tahnks for taking to the time to watch and to let me know what you thought. 🙂💕
Hi Debbi! If I thought my nails would be able to take it, I might have tried. I swear the box is better made this yr, that and my nails are paper thin 😁
Thanks for the reveal! I think it’s worth the price!
FAVs: Hot Chocolate stamps & dies| Heart & phrase stamps|Embossing folders|Paper pad
Hu there Sona! 🤗 it was my pleasure to do the reveal for everyone. I think they did a good job starting with the hot chocolate (love it) and ending with the combo paper pad(want more of it in that size) ! Thanks so much for watching and letting me know your thoughts! 💕
Thanks for another great reveal. Really do not need more tiny pieces to store or loose so I think I will pass on this and use my allowance for something I will use more. Happy Christmas!
Hello! @FRED 171 🤗 Well passing on this will definately give you more $ for Birthday celebration goodies! I thought it might have a better price point on CC site vs HSN, even as platinum it will only save $5 over what I paid, and I had free ship...
I saw on the chat about the Gary box, I do not like that switching around. I take it that the items were not as good, you guys sounded not pleased at all. I think half back is good, not overselling and changing things out would be better. Thanks for watching, hope it helped you decide.🙂💕
Thank you for doing this video. I love the papers. For me though I would never use such small embossing folders and stencils. The first two advent calendars were my favorites.
Hello there Heidi! It is my pleasure to do the reveal. I know it won't be for everyone for a variety of reasons. I will be interested in what Craig comes up with having so many of the small emboss folders. I did love the first couple calendars, still use the dies regularly. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch! 💕
Thanks Jennifer for taking one for the crafty team and revealing all the doors! I truly appreciate videos like these! I like more from this year’s calendar than last years, however I think this years calendar is on the expensive side so it really depends on what CCs price is going to be for the calendar that will determine if I get it or not. Thanks again for a great video!
Hi Christina! I am curious to see if everyone will be good with the price point or not. I am guessing it will be $40 to $45 on CC I'd yiu are Platinum. But you never know...I was thinking I wonder how many items I can remember from the calendar already, like when you try to write all the names of the states.. 😂 I will still be surprised in Dec.! Chat soon!
Hi Jennifer, Oh my Lord. Oh how i wish i had bought this when it went on sale this year. Absolutely brilliant. Thank you a year later. Luv from the UK x
Hello Lynne! 🤗 They went way down in price last year (about half) and that really sold them all quickly. It was such a darling box as well. Did you get this year's? Or are you waiting for a deal on it? They are a lot of fun. So, more importantly...are you ready for 2 weeks of the birthday launches and sales? 😀 If yiu saw the HSN booklet ,you know what is coming! Crafty sunny hugs from Florida🌴💕
thank you for doing this. To me, this one is not worth the money. I didn't buy the 1st advent calendar, but bought the 2nd and 3rd. and then the mid year customer appreciation calendar I think in 2020.. I use those dies ALL THE TIME.. fantastic word die phrases. Then, I did get the 2020 advent calendar, but the stamps and dies are so tiny I think I've only used one die one time. I haven't purchased another advent calendar since. As someone stated below, maybe CC should consider making larger stamps/dies and maybe only 12 days of Christmas (can use year round themes) and make the cost a little easier on our purses as well as make the stamps and dies bigger to handle. Again, thank you so much for showing your advent calendar... it is very helpful to the rest of us who consider purchasing it but just don't want to take the chance of having one that isn't to our specific crafting.
Hello! 🤗I agree with you, there have been some great calendars in the past. I was very happy to show the contents to everyone and let them decide if it is worth it to them. I would like a days days of Christmas calendar, that would also be a ton of fun for over the holidays when CC is shut down. 😢 Thanks for watching and letting me know your thoughts, It is always great to get everyone else's opinions! 🙂💕
Thanks for sharing your calendar Jennifer, I don't like tiny stamps/dies and wouldn't know what to do with those tiny embossing folders, really rather pricey with the items being so little, so not for me this year.
Hi Samantha! 🤗 this is pretty much card making in miniature 🙂 except for the 6x6 pad that is. It is definately a lot pricier this year so I think this way everyone can decide for themselves. I hope you will still try and catch some or Craig's FB lives. Did you last yr? I cant see them all, too busy, but it is fun
Thanks for popping by and taking a peek. 💕
Stop looking at the adorable packaging and just say no.
I think the idea of the advent calendar is cute. I can see it being a good gift for a young crafter who is just starting to craft. I also think it would make a nice gift to give a crafty friend. I would give it to them during the last weekend of November, so that they can enjoy it thru out the holiday season. I would even get it for myself just to have a bit of fun each day counting down to Christmas day. That being said I do think it is over priced. Days 1 - 23 are very similar to items you would get in Michael's dollar bin; back in the day. I still remember the joy of finding a cute mini stamp for a dollar. It was one of the highlights of stopping by Michael's. The paper is very pretty and the sort of thing you would find on sale for five dollars at any of the big box stores. The packaging is adorable and adds five dollars. So the grand total I would pay is roughly $35.00. I am disappointed that I watched Sara on HSN saying that each day, of the advent calendar, was worth between $3.99 and $9.99. It just isn't true. I really like Sara and feel bad for knocking her product. Believe me, I have invested in many of her products over the years and have been very happy with my purchases. This item, however, is simply priced too high at $55.00 With that in mind, I will have to stop looking at the adorable packaging and just say no.
Hello Carol! 🤗 I love your comment, really well said and clearly thought out. I dont recall hearing the items to be worth $3.99 to $9.99, bit then again I am usually doing 3 things at once (work, order, watch 😂) I don't see any way those $ amount t could be placed on most the items in the calendar. I, myself accept that they will be overpriced but still cute goodies and a fun treat for December. But I do think that the pretty packaging will pull quite a few in.🙂 Thanks for taking time from your day to watch and let me know your thoughts. 💕
The baby stroller advent was definitely the best calendar. This one is far too expensive for what's in it, and there are also several near-duplicates from previous years. Thank you for the video! 🎄
Hello Pebbles! 🤗 I think that yr was my favorite calendar as well. I find that die comes to mind often when making a baby card. I am glad you got to see what was in it. It definately jumped in price this yr, but then what hasn't? Thanks for taking the time to watch. 💕
Fun to watch, but nope to buying
Greetings! 🤗 I am glad you enjoyed watching. I like to watch lots of unboxingings of crafty kitsand advent calendars , most I do not get. Who would have all that money or space? But it is fun to do, like window shopping to me. 🙂 thanks for taking time to watch 💕
Thank you! If Crafters Companion does one of these this year I'd choose it over Spellbinders. Love it.
Hello Tania! 🤗 I am so glad you liked it. I hope they would do it again, it has been going for several urs now. Spellbinders said they will be doing one again. I just wonder what the $ will be? And that said, I am pretty sure I will still get them both ! 😂 Thanks so much for taking a peek!
I finally purchased this because it was on sale. Also I had free shipping so I ordered a few other things. Thank you for showing this, I really liked it. Plus I like Craig's videos on ideas to use these items too
Hi Jean! 🤗 What a deal now! I missed Craig today 😥 I will watch that tonight. I am so glad you got it! I feel like I want to make 1 card the same as his for each and then my own. Once you hit that free ship it is easy to just go for it! Hope your goodies get here before Christmas. 🎄🙂
Thanks for this wonderful & most helpful video! I really love this advent calender. I'd prefer that all of the stamps would include their matching die cuts (Both crafting wise & economically). However, I love the fact that we have lots of options - not just Christmas themed items, and needless to say - the packaging is phenomenal! *_Merry Christmas & a Very Happy New Year!_*
Hello BeautyBug! 🤗 How kind of you to say! I am so glad you like the calendar, hope that means you are picking one up! I just watched it launched on CTV and didn't want to say much and spoil it if someone didn't want to know the contents, but it was hard not to! Thanks for taking the time to watch and let me know yiu liked it 💕
Thanks for doing an early review just so your fellow crafters can judge if they want to spend that money. Thank you and I think it’s a little pricey, but much better items than in years past.
Hi there Mary! 🤗 it was my pleasure to show you. I agree that it is a bit pricey, but it may come down in price or maybe CC will have a deal on their site , or watch for those great HSN 20% off coupons combined with a cash back offer. You never know! Thank you watching💕
TOTALLY LOVE IT JENNIFER! Thank so very much for going through the whole calendar, each item is wonderful! I would love a bunch of the paper pads too 😍 I will definitely be buying this, I'm such a fan of all of the smaller size stamps, dies, embossing folders and stencils. Plus the box itself makes a lovely mantel or wall decoration. Also will be opening all of it right away lol! Too exciting not too, plus now I know what's in each door 😁Definitely looks like the inner compartments are more "stay put". I didn't have trouble with mine last year or previous years, but I did see some videos where many people did. Thanks so much for a fabulous video, now looking forward to buying one even more than I was in the first place! On the Advent calendar, I am not fussy about the price because it's like a special edition item to me. Oh and I haven't forgotten pictures of magazine kits, life just keeps getting in my way. One I especially want you to see is a Christmas/Winter One that has 64 page book of papers, ephemera and even slimline landscape background scenes! Never saw anything similar to that before! Had no idea when I bought it either! Very exciting! Have a great day, looking forward to your next video 🥰
Hello Mary! 🤗 I am so glad you liked it! I can't wait to see what Craig will male with all of these items. That was so much fun, it felt like 24 craft alongs. Great fun now that the kids are grown and I am not doing all those Holiday activities in Dec. This yr the box is held together great and of course it is already on display 🎄 I know you have a lot going on so whenever you remember to show me the pics is good.🙂 See you in chat!💕
My favorites were the butterfly things, the pumpkin/flower stamp, and the heart/words combo. And of course the paper pad.
Good Evening Winterprism! 🤗 Those were all really cute. I am dying to try everything out but I make myself wait with all of you, the torture! The paper pad was a brilliant idea, one section for each season. Love it! Thanks for watching and letting me know your favorites! 💕
Thanks for doing this. Lots of cute things, but just not in my budget this year. I think a 12 Days of Christmas would be fun and a lesser price.
Hello there Betty! 🤗 you are most welcome. I would fo with a 12 days of Christmas calendar too. I like that type as well, as you get it ON Christmas and then gives you a treat each day afterwards to go into the new year. I like that it is something to look forward to after the big holiday. Thanks for taking a peek 💕
Thank you for sharing! Although I liked everything the price to me seems somewhat high so I'll pass this year on it. But I appreciate you showing and curbing our curiosity.
Hello Kelly! 🤗 This is exactly why I did the video because it is a bit pricey this yr. I am glad it helped you decide.🙂 Thanks for taking the time to watch.💕
Oh wow, there are some really cute dies in this and I don't mind that they are small. I think I need this one. TFS!
Hi Ms L ! 🤗 This one is still available to get, on HSN or the CC website. Parr if the fun with this one is the daily lives and videos from Craig Laird. Makes sure I use everything right away, even if just to copy his make. Thank you for watching, I appreciate it. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I got it! I wouldn't have known about it if you hadn't shared it, so thank you again for sharing! I will probably copy to begin with.
HI Ms. L! 🤗 Yay! I am sure you are going to love it and all the craft alongs with Craig! And it is my pleasure to show(enable 😁) what is out there 🙂
Thanks for sharing!! I will probably wait to get this. Just not in the budget this time around.
H sew lol Rhonda! 🤗 Considering they already are offering big discount on 2, I would be willing to bet it will get reduced even more. It is a pretty high price point this time. What do you have your eye on this week? I missed out on the inks, but I am ok with that. I kept debating if I wanted to pay for shipping and the decision was made for me. Oh well, next time. 🙂
@@4holidaysdesigns Since I won the Say It With Flowers Mega Bundle on the HSN Preview Show, I really just ordered some extras of that collection. Now...here's hoping that I actually get the Mega Bundle!!
I had convinced myself I didn't want but now am conflicted! Lots of cute stuff! Thanks Jennifer for showing I think I've changed my mind!
Hi there Beth! 🤗 maybe see what it will be on CC next week? Because, I know it will be birthday week and they will suck me right in with the good deals, freebies, etc... Even if you don't, I hope you watch Craig's daily FB videos, it was fun and he made such great projects with the items last year. I saw on FB a bunch of people had $10 off coupons for HSN today, there is Retail me not cash back , and free ship over $75...not to enable or anything 😁 just so you know your options! Chat soon 💕
I really don't mind the smaller stamps and dies as they're good for cards but I didn't like it last year when they started to include stencils and embossing folders. The stencils are impossible to use without getting paste on your project and the embossing folders only work with Crafters companion. I have several other die cut machines and their folders worked with none. I won't be purchasing this simply because they're doing embossing folders and stencils again. If it was all stamps and dies I would have paid the price for the fun of it. Maybe you can let them know. Merry Christmas!
Hello there Karen! 🤗 I think many people feel as you do. I think we all would prefer a stamp or die over a mi I stencil. I had no idea that the CC folders do t fit in other machines. I have a slew of Gemini and A DP Marquis. I am considering a large plate traditional die machine though because some items wont work with the Gemini, like Sizzex folders. Any suggestions? Craig is doing his daily advent opening and a card/tag. Each day with it. Most will be a live and they are fun to see, maybe he will inspire all of us with what to do with the mino stencils and folders. 🙂 Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts 💕
Thanks for helping us to decide what calendar to buy.
Hi there Eileen! 🤗 I have really enjoyed doing these videos, the items on. Other are fun and cute. I can't wait for December. I feel like I better get all my shopping, baking , decorating done before Dec 1st, so I can have a go with both of the calendars each day. Thanks for taking the time to watch 💕
Be a no for me to many small embossing folders. Glad you made the video. Only a few I would use. Thank you
Hello Sharon! 🤗 I am glad the video helped you to make your decision. At that price point lots of people want to know what is there first! Thanks for watching 💕
way too expensive for what you get
Hello Shirley! 🤗 So far it seems about half the people agree with you, and that is ok. But that is why I liked doing the video last year and this yr. Last yr was much less and still had about 50% think the same. Thanks for taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts. I appreciate it. 💕
Thank you for sharing your unboxing…..I love everything. I really want it now. Thanks
Hi there Kitty! 💕 It was my pleasure. I am so glad you like it, me too! Thank you for taking the time to watch, I appreciate it. 💕
Thank you for your sacrifice, I love it and will be getting it for sure x
Hello Rachel! 🤗 quite the sacrifice 🤣, so glad you love it and are getting one! I can't wait for all that Dec fun in seeing everyone's makes with it! Thanks for taking a peek. 💕
Thank you Jennifer for showing this. It is a lovely box. I don't know if you heard the story about the design. This is the place of her dad's wallpaper business and home where Sara grew up. One of the floors is Sara's office when she first started CC. Leann and team definitely nailed this one. I did not get anything from HSN this last craft day. I know, SHOCKER, LOL. I plan to buy this on CC when launched next week. Thank you for your sacrifice of showing us. I know all who get this will enjoy it very much.
Hello Miriam! 🤗 I had no idea of the story behind it. I love that! Did she tell that on HSN or the preview? My husband even watched the video, he said the box looked cool and wanted to know what was in it.😂 So glad you are getting it, we will all have fun in December with it. 🎄🎄🎄Happy to make the "sacrifice " 😁 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I believe it was on HSN during the presentation. I cannot remember who the host was at the time. It was so great to hear Sara talk about it. She said this box meant so much to her because of the design. That is what will also make this box so special....part of Sara and growing up with Dad's business
@@miriamrobinson9532 I love this story, going to go back and see if I can find it. Thanks for sharing it with me. 💜
Thanks for this, I couldn’t justify the spend at full price but got it in the sale knowing it was worth the money after watching your reveal 😊
Hello Shelley! 🤗 I am so happy you git it now and at such a better price. I think knowing ahead helps, now the question becomes what do you get with all the money you saved?😁 Thanks for watching and letting me know you decided to get it 💕
I liked the way you express yourself when you open each number. I am like you, I don’t wait😊. There were few things that I liked it but not for my budget. Thank you for showing🌹
Hello Dinah! 🤗 What a kind thing to say , thank you.🙂I am glad if it not for you this year that at least you got to do a virtual opening with me! I appreciate you taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts.💕
thank you so much for Sacrificing your calendar for us to see. Its the best one they have done by far. I absolutely love everything in it as you do. It is so beautiful too definitely worth more money then previous ones I have gotten. Thank you again. I can't pick a favorite I love them all. I don't know how much it will be but I want 2
Hello Gigi ! 🤗 It was my pleasure to make the video, happy to "sacrifice " 😂 I was excited to see it all and I really want to play with it but promised myself I would wait and do it day by day in December. I do think it is gorgeous and the box looks like it was barely touched so it is on display. I think it is $55 on HSN (may be able to get coupons, cash back on sites like Retail me Not, and there is free ship over $75. There is a birthday booklet out for CC, and the calendar is listed at $60 in there, but you may have a discount (mine is platinum so 20%), they may do a special for the launch, plus free gifts every day and such. Don't forget all those great FB lives with Ctaig Laird in December, even if you don't get it, he does an outstanding job on them. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment 💕
I'm not sure if I already commented this or not, for CC advent calendars I learned that I can open the bottom or wherever the flaps are glued on both sides and slip out the trays. You can access the items thru the foil much easier that way. Just keep track of each side so you can draw the numbers on the foil for your next spoiler video. Then the pretty designs wont be destroyed 😊
Hello Berni! 🤗 How did I not see this comment? That is brilliant! 👏 I would have never thought of it. So do yiu keep the boxes for decoration or storage? They are soo clever with the designs. 🙂🎄💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I've kept a couple because they're so pretty. I cut the sides off the so they're flat and easy to store or use (if I'd ever use them lol 😆)
Love it. I want one this year 2023.
Hello Marion! 🤗 Keep your eyes out around Sept/Oct. That seems to be when they pop up. I love it too, btw. Did you see the Spellbinders Advent as well? That was great and I have a video on that one as well. You may want to take a peek and decide if you want one of them or both! Thanks for watching and I will definately post the minute they become available in 2023!
Thank You very much. I enjoyed your time. I already have it. So I was curious as well. You did a great job.
Hello Mary! You are most welcome 🙂 Dosen't it look like it will be fun? I cant wait to see what Craig and everyone does for daily makes 🎄 Thanks for the kind words and watching as well 💕
Hi Jennifer, Oh What Fun!!! I truly enjoyed your unboxing and this is the first time I’ve seen this. My favorites are the Tree, bows and mittens, all are very nice. I believe I would purchase it. Tfs xoxo SparklingChar Happy Crafting ✨💖😁💕✨
Hi there Char! 🤗 So nice to hear you enjoyed it. I certainly did. It reminds me of being a kid at Christmas and getting to RIP open all the gifts at once! 😁🎄 I can't wait for Dec 1 to start using it. I may look but it is a no touch, well use, policy until Dec 1 , then 1 a day with everyone else. Thanks for virtually opening it with me. 💕
Thanks for sharing. Normally I wait to open with Craig and everyone else on the FB lives but the previous two calendars have fallen short for the price. Most of these dies are similar to previous years dies just a smaller version. So you saved me a few bucks. Thanks again.
Hi Roz! 🤗 I think with how much more it costs this yr it was important to let people see what was in it. Let everyone decide for themselves. Did you see the Spellbinders Advent that I did the reveal on? That may be more to your liking. Thanks so much for watching 💕
If you want to check for any other items but don't want to destroy the box, can you ease apart the cardboard 'seam' along the bottom of each side, and slip out the plastic trays that way? 🤔
I may have to try that Pebbles! I would hate to think I missed something, this yr the box was put together MUCH better than last years. Thanks for the idea 🙂
I enjoyed watching you open it but not for me to expense. I have many dies these are very small. Maybe anew crafter. B etsy in Maryland
Hi there Betsy! 🤗 I am glad you were able to decide if it was for you, or in this case not. I think at this price point a lot of people want to know before purchasing. Thanks for letting me know your thoughts on it, and for watching! 💕
It’s a beautiful box of goodies
Hello Lynn ! 🤗 It is a gorgeous box . Were you watching any of the shows where Sara explained it is where she grew up and the family had the business? Such a sweet nod to that. And the contents are pretty great too! Thanks doe taking time to watch.💕
I would love to see you use these small items on cards
Hello Rhea! 🤗 You will this December! Craig Laird from CC does FB lives in Dec each day that show how he comes up with a card using each. He will be doing it again this year, so stay tuned! Even if you dont get the calendar, it is a great way to get inspiration for all the small bits and Bob's of our stamp and dies collections. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it. 💕
Thanks for sharing, its another hit. I've not gotten it yet but now I want it
Hi there LaQuieta! 🤗 It is my pleasure to share it with you. Maybe see what CC has as a special for the launch day and birthday week? I am always looking for a good deal myself. 🙂 Thanks for popping by 💕
Thank you for posting this I was debating on buying this but now I will be❤
Hello Sharon! 🤗 It is my pleasure, I am glad it helped you decide. 🙂 Will you be watching the Craig Laird lives on FB in Dec? They are a lot of fun to go with the calendar. Thanks for taking time to watch 💕
Thank you!!! The cost is not a lot for everything that you get, so it just depends on whether you would use the products.
The paper pad is cute but what do people do with a full-page 6x6 scene? Is it more for scrapbooking and not card making?
Hello Doris! 🤗 I love my crafty Advent calendars. Dis you see my video on the Spellbinders one as well? It is pretty terrific as well. I have used the full 6x6 papers as front of card with just sentiments, or a die/stamp that relates (say a skeleton at Halloween) w/ sentiment, cut them down for 3x6 or A2 cards. And definately for poertolios, mini albums, scrapbooks.... That was a really nice pad. One for the entire yr. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and let me know what you think. 🙂💕
I love the calandar
Hello Anneke! 🤗 Me too! Even though I opened it , I can't wait to use the items. I am waiting like everyone else to create with them. Thanks so much for watching 💕
This was awesome! I bought the one year before last. I loved it. Last year I tried to order a Star Wars advent calendar, but was ripped off and got a box of junk. I wasn't planning on getting the CC one this year, and was thinking about getting a sewing one, but after seeing this unboxing, I am thinking I might get one. I hate when people complain about what is in them. It is a ton of items, even if they are small, the price is pretty standard for a non-candy advent calendar. Maybe I will get this AND a sewing one!! :) Thanks for showing us everything. It really helped me (even though it should be a surprise for me). I will forget anyway lol
Hello Laura! 🤗 If I had seen a Star Wars advent I would have definitely bought it too! Sorry you got ripped off. I am glad you liked this one and if you get it , you will definately forget most of what is in it by the time you open it. I already have, someone commented about a reindeer, and I had already forgotten he was in there!😂 Me being an enabler would say get both! Treat yourself! Did I mention I am getting the Spellbinders one as well?🤣
This is very nice. I would buy this after you let us see all the goodies.
Hello Joyce! 🤗 I am so pleased you like it. I am glad I was able to show you what is in it. It is fun even opening it all at once. Thanks for taking time to watch, it is appreciated 💕
Love what you get. Value for money if you got in the birthday week with discount code.
Hello Vivienne! 🤗 I am so glad you liked it. It was an awesome deal on CC , especially when they had 17% off one day, 12 % another day ...free gifts and such too. I wanted everyone to see so they could decide , buying through HSN was dedinately much more. I am still happy I have it even at that price. Thanks for watching and letting me know your thoughts on it. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns yeah I did get it with the 17% off. They seam very useful craft items. Every time you opened a window, ideas kept popping in my head. I know it spoiled the surprise, but I will forget when it comes to opening my own. Thank you for the review x
It was My pleasure 💕 So glad you got it for that price, what a great deal! Hopefully I will see you on one of Craig's FB lives.
Thank you , looks great definitely get this
Hi there Rosemary! 🤗 I am glad you like it.🙂 It is still a good deal on the CC site, plus different freebies. Oh, and I spotted a discount code of 10% off, B10, from a FB post, so there is always that too. I used it this morning so it should be good on any order if yiu haven't already used it. Thank you for watching 💕
Thank you for making this video. When I first saw the price, I said NO WAY! I have all the others but I wasn't going to spend $55.00 for this one. Now, I may consider it. Some cute things in there.
Hello sewcrafty! 🤗 It is my pleasure to make the video, thank you for watching! There are definately some cute items. Maybe see what CC is going to offer it at on their site? I know for me as a platinum member I get 20% off, plus they may offer it lower to start with. I think it is coming out Monday or Tuesday. 🙂
I like everything in the calendar, but I wish they would have made sure all of the Christmas items were at the beginning of the month so they could be used this year. Putting these items in the last few days is to late, but can still be used in years to come..... if we can remember we have them...lol !
I'm thinking about laying out (by year) all of my dies, stamps, etc from each calendar on a piece of paper, w/a lite removal tape, and then making a copy of the page(s). This way I can better see and refer to what I have, thus making me more likely to use them. Or you could actually cut out or stamp the image.
Hi there Michelle! 🤗 That is a great idea! I keep my in baggies, right at the front of my supply stash. The early calendars were all dies (which I kind of liked) and I use so often. Did you already get yours this yr? Thanks for taking a peek!💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I keep mine in baggies by year. My new calendar hasn't arrived yet, but I just received the majority of my HSN craft day haul yesterday, so it will hopefully be here soon. 😊
@@michelleparsons6931 I just got the majority of mine yesterday as well. A huge box! Which I hid very quickly from hubby. 🤣 it is those darn secret sales that keep getting me! Glad I not the only baggie girl 😂
Thanks for the reveal! (This is a year later 😅) I'm going to see if I can get my hands on this later on after I've bought this year's (2023) calendar! ^.^ ♥
Hi Ruth! 👋 You never know, they may just have some show up in a warehouse sale one day! 😉 I love getting the Advent every ur and even though I open it so people can decide it they want it, I can never remember much of what was in it by the time Dec 1 rolls around! Thanks so much for taking time to watch ! 💕
Thank you for sharing. Really like the little cup, candy canes and acorns
Hello Glenda! 🤗 I think you hit in my favorites as well. I know I have lots of Christmas, but not those and they are adorable! Thanks for watching and letting me know your favs 🙂💕
Thank you for your video I think it’s to expensive I have lot of those things so I’m taking it out of my cart.thanks for great video
Greetings! 🤗 Its my pleasure to do the video. I thought with how much it was this yr people would want to know what is in it before buying. I have already forgotten almost all of it! Glad it helped you decide. And thanks for watching and letting me know your thoughts on it 💕
Thank you for the video! I was only gonna get the calendar after watching a “reveal”. After seeing everything I plan to order this one!
Hello Karen! 🤗 So glad I was able to help you decide. It will be on CC site next week 🙂🎉if you get the discounts there, or I heard HSN has a $10 off coupon today and retail me not had a 6% cash back and there is free ship over $75. Did you get one last yr? I had fun with Craig's daily videos, so I always like being able to make those cards in Fec as well with all these items. Thanks for popping by 💕
Yes, I did get last years but, I wanted to make sure it was stuff I really wanted for the increase in cost?🙂
Not a question! Lol
Thank you for the reveal, I should be getting mine today but I just couldn't wait so I had to watch this video. I haven't made up my mind if it's worth the money or not, I guess I'll wait to see it in person. Thanks again for sharing it with us and I hope that everyone who purchased one will enjoy it. Be blessed.
Hello Pamela! 🤗 That is the great thing about HSN , very easy to return if you change you mind. I think you will know when you get it in your hands to keep or return. Thank you for watching and it is my pleasure to share with you. 💕
Thank you for showing us all the surprises! I held off buying theirs because previous years were microscopic items. I would definitely buy next years and open in November to make Christmas tags since most are holiday themed.
Hello Joyce! 🤗 I am so glad you liked it! I think this years has some great items in it. Thanks for taking the time to virtually open it up with me 💕
Great unboxing. I have gotten the calendar for the past 3years now. I do feel that this is the most cohesive and the best one so far. I also feel like there are a few repeat items from previous calendars.
Hello Mariposa! 🤗 it is a great calendar, love the story behind the design as well. I am going to have to check in Fecember as I reopen it , if any of the items are duplicates. Hmmm...Thanks for your comments and taking the time to watch. 💕
I usually get this but I thought price was a little high. Now that I saw it revealed I am glad I didn't get it. I thought there should have been more dies.
Hello Laura! 🤗 The prices is definately a jump from prior years. I think last yr was about $35? I am glad the video helped you know that you made the right decision. Thanks for taking the time to watch and virtually open the calendar with me. 💕
Great stuff in this box. Better than last year. I may buy this.
Hello Sue! 🤗 I did the video for just that reason, to help people decide. I am glad you liked the contents. 🙂 Thanks for taking a peek 👀💕
Wow now I think BEST she did
Hi Jacqueline ! 🤗 It is pretty stunning, isn't it?! Thanks for watching! 💕
The Santa looks like Craig lol
Hi there Romeros! 🤗 Now I cant get that out of my head when I look at it! 😂 I think we will need a split screen of Craig and the Santa at some point to ck it! Thanks for popping by 💕
How do you find out about Anna griffin’s super sale?
Hi Jackie! 👋 I was signed up for the emails on her website and got it. I also knew it was coming . I think she had mentioned it on an AGTV show. So I knew to keep an eye out. Items go ridiculously fast on that sale. Crazy prices, right?
The next time I find out one is coming I will.definately post in here. You do need the email for the link for the sale.so.make sure you are signed up. 👍🙂 Thanks for watching, it's appreciated. 💕
Loved watching you unbox the calendar, but if you paid $55 for it there’s no way each door is worth $2.30 …
I’m from the uk, but I’m converting the price and most of them are the little stamps and folders you can get in the 99p bins ($1.12) in hobbycraft/the range etc, so even if you say yeah the paper pad in 24 is worth more than $2.30 it’s not worth the $27.14 of the extra doors to make up that price and then the $2.30 for that door making it $29.44… it’s a pretty paper pad but it’s not a $30 pretty pad…
Now if they’d stuck to the roughly $35 was it that last years was making each door about $1.45…
Especially when companies are *meant* to take a hit with advent calendars, the stuff inside is *meant* to be a lot more expensive than you pay for it because it’s supposed to advertise the companies. Like the ones from paper chase that are £45 ($51) that are worth over £100 ($113) or the luxury ones like selfridges that are like £200 ($227) that are worth over £1000 ($1133)
Not that I’d ever pay that kind of money, I’m just making the point that the company are meant to put in more than the cost products and I’m sorry to say if this was $55 then it really doesn’t look like they did. No matter if you can get it on sale, the point is that the retail cost stays the same. And even more if what I saw in another comment is true and Sara and the others have been saying each door is worth $4-10… That’s just not true and is totally misleading.
Anyway. The items inside are mainly really cute, that’s what’s the really annoying thing- what’s in there is cute, and totally either bumps up your stash as a seasoned crafter or starts you off as a newbie… it’s just that the price is totally wrong.
Sorry.. I’ll get off my box now 🥴🥴🥴
Hi there Jodlice ! 🤗 I dedinately do not think the values are what they have repeatedly said of $4 to $10 per door. Just not true. I think the value isn't there as far as the cost of the products. Fir me it is the fun of opening it, crafting daily with Craig and the others, Which you still can do without the contents. You made a lot of good points and I am sure that plenty feel as you do. I am happy to open and show the contents for just such a reason. Now, paper wishes has a calendar?....hmmm I dont think I knew that 😁 Thank you for taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts on it. I appreciate it. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns You’re very welcome. Yeah paperchase have 3 calendars this year, an adult one for £45 ($51) worth over £100 ($113), a kids one for £35 ($40) worth over £60 ($68), and a little miss& mr men themed one where all the stuff in it is themed too and that’s £35 ($40) too 👍🏻
I agree with what you say about the joy of crafting with others being added into the kind of value of the calendar, but then you have to think can I afford to pay that much for that little value and be paying for the ‘experience’ especially at this time of year. Even when as you say you could join in without the calendar, it’s not like it’s exclusive to those who have the calendar, I’m sure seasoned crafters have similar items they could switch out for the ones being used if they knew in advance what was being used.
I dunno it just feels like a £20 ($23) calendar at most if someone had unboxed it then asked me to guess the price I’d have gone for like £20. Simply because as others have said most of the items are identical to ones that are in the specials 99p/£1 bins at the craft shops that you dig through.
Found your channel when looking for a reveal of the calendar (and subscribed). I'm not sure it would be worth it for me. The small stencils I know I wouldn't use. The embossing folders are a maybe. The stamps and dies I like, but I are generic enough, that I feel I have similar pieces in other sets. Thanks for doing the reveal... If I liked it enough to purchase it would not have affected my fun at opening the calendar daily.
Hi there Mary! 🤗 I am so glad it helped you decide. I think at that amount of money, many people would want to know. It is fun but certainly not a priority to a seasoned crafter. Since you aren't getting it , It is nice you got to virtually open it with me. I hope you will still join in with the Fecember lives with Craig, always a nice treat . I never craft along, chat during, craft after! Thanks for taking the time to watch and lete know your thoughts on it. 💕
That was so much better than I imagined! Because I have 20 years of supplies and get 3 different kits a month, I won't get this, but it was certainly tempting!
Hello ther d g ! 🤗 You sound like me with the 20 yrs of supplies 🙂 love to know what are your 3 kits you get each month? I get Tonic most months, Spellbinders ,sometimes bits and sometimes all, and finally CC. But the CC boxes I usually wait until they go on sale. Some recent ones were just $10/11 today! Thanks for virtually opening the calendar with me 🎄💕
@@4holidaysdesigns @4Holidays Designs right now I'm getting Not2Shabby, Spellbinders, And Simon Says Stamp. I sometimes get Tonic, but it seems like they mostly do boxes. I'm easily influenced by you tube, lol.
Thanks for letting me know. I will of course need to go ck them out now! 🙂
It's worth it for the fun...I buy one every year. I think you missed a die in 13.
Hi Terry! I think it is alot of fun too! I just looked in the calendar and did not see anything. What was it that I missed? I may have to RIP my pretty box apart yet! Please let me know. Thank you for watching and letting me know. 💕
I really like this and am thinking of getting it with my 20 % off coupon if still available or use the CC coupons from birthday week
Great idea Jean! That will bring the price way down. Come on, you know you want it 😁nudge,nudge..
Tfs i love surprises BUT only when I know what they are lol
Hi Just LM ! 🤗 You sound like me to my husband! 😂 I hope this helped you decide if you would like these surprises.😁 Thanks for popping by and taking a peek💕
THANK YOU 4 doing this Video!!! I've been waiting 4 some1 to do it.
I've had a rough yr health wise & medical bills have piled up becuz of it. When I saw the Price on Craft Day on hsn .. I couldn't justify buying it til I knew what is in it. This yr I'm only allowing myself 1 Gift .. was capping it @ $50 .. but now seeing what's in it .. I Definitely want to get it!!
I'm w/ You .. I Like the little Stamp n Dies cuz there's so many ways to use them .. especially for fillers in some cases. I'm thinking Cool background papers you could make w/ the Stamps. I Love what they did this yr for the Paper Pad!! I wish we could Buy more of it. Maybe in the future Sara/CC will make us Paper Pads like that, cuz I think that would be Awesome!! 😉😊
I don't know what my Fav is in this one cuz I Liked it ALL. Maybe the Deer or the Butterfly edgeable or Paper Pad lol.
Last yrs Advent Calendar I ended up buying cuz of your video showing us what was in it. So I really do Appreciate you doing these videos. TY!!
Take Care & Have a Great Week!! 🤗☺️ TFS!!🥰🥰
Side Note: Went 2 my $Tree to get some of that 5/8" Day of the Dead Ribbon .. like U I got the DP Stamp n Die Set .. that Ribbon would be Awesome w/ it. Talked to the Manager & she said they never got the Halloween 5/8" Printed Ribbon. They only got it in the 2.5" Ribbon, which I looked @ & there's no way any of them would work for cards. I'm so bummed. But I did get the Black Tulle w/ Silver Spiderwebs on it. I did find & got Ribbons that have individual Orange Pumpkins, Black Spiders, Black Webs, Black Skulls, & Purple alternating Spiders & Webs. I think w/ those ribbons I can cut them apart & use that way.
Also they had No white Tulle w/ the snow stuff on it .. she showed me they only got the Colored Tulle w/ the snow on it. I got the Lt. Blue for my blue themed Xmas cards.
TY for doing that video!! I don't go to my $Tree that often cuz I'm in a w/c & I have to wheel a steep Hill to get there.
Sorry 4 my comment being so long. 😵💫
Hello Jill! 🤗 I am sorry to hear of your health issues , that and the bills can put quite the strain on a person. I hope your crafting makes it all a bit better 🙂
I am so happy that the video helped you decide to get it. I agree that it is expensive for an unknown! But aren't the items terrific? I look at the calendar little gifts as one half and the daily craft along sessions with Craig as the other half! Even if I do it more as a craft after instead of along!
I am glad you found at least some of the items at $ tree, not all the same stores carry the same items. I love the DP set, btw. I wanted to go back for the lt blue tool with the snow on it, thanks for reminding me. I got the big snowflake cut out from last yr as a lucky dip and want to do some shakers with that tulle.
Thanks so much for watching , Jill and for the kind words. 💕
Thank you for opening the advent calendar. I really like the 6 x 6 paper pad. Would be so happy to be able to purchase just that As nice as the set is I think it is really too costly. It is difficult to work into the budget. You did great revealing all of it. I have wondered what was in those boxes. Now I know. Hugs and blessings to you
Greetings! 🤗 That paper pad is great! I would buy more as well. Since you decided not to get it , I am glad you could join along in opening mine! Thanks for popping by to watch. 💕
Wow!!! I was so very impressed with items.Your right the box a couple years ago with stroller etc.was so very useful The tree calender I guess was a true bust But I have to say CC has redeemed themselves Thank you so much I'll be ordering one.Yes, when I saw price I was skeptical Love door 24!!
Hello Shannon! 🤗 I am so glad this helped you to decide. I really like the collection this year, especially the paper pad!. I told my husband I am going to scan each paper so I have it going forward. I hope you are getting it from CC during this birthday week, them more free gifts with it! Yay! Thanks for watching and letting me know you will be getting it. Hope to see you on some of Craig's lab lives in December! 💕
Thanks, Jennifer, for the very helpful video. I shan't be getting this but I will watch Craig's Lives. I found last year's advent calendar at a vastly reduced price in one of the CC stores a few months ago, so worth looking out for if you wanted the contents.
Hi there Claudia! 🤗 The past 2 years, the calendar ended up on HSN website reduced in price a couple months after the holidays as well. Still 24 days, so I bet people can just use it the same, just a yr behind ! Or just pull out the contents and add to your crafty stash. So which did you do? Waiting for this Dec or already using what was in it? Nosy people would like to know,,😁 Thanka for popping by! 💕
I'm glad I purchased it but I'm not sure if I think it's worth the money.
Hi Debbi! 🤗 Hope you will be happy with it. I guess only time will tell, how the openings and makes go and how much we use it during the year. I think I will ask that question next yr...was it worth it? Thanks for the inspiration! 💕
Hi Christine. I broke down and bought one this bday week. Your video was awesome! Thank you. BTW where are you in S Fl? I’m in Port St Lucie.
Hello Nancy! 🤗 It is actually Jennifer here, 😂, but I have been called worse...Much better deal on CC than HSN! And free gifts! I am so glad you liked the video , kind of you to say. I am in the Boca area, my sister is in Vero. When we retire we want to move up that way, love the area and it has to be good for fishing (because THAT is my hubby's priority for retirement. ) Send him out to fish and I can craft in peace.😁 Thank you for taking the time to watch and let me know you picked 1 up 💕
Sorry about your name mixup Jennifer. I got a really good deal by buying calendar this week for bday deals. By using platinum it was $47.95, free shipping so less $12, then gifts included a voucher of $10 so basically $25! And I bought AOC, stamp pad set, and something else (I forgot) lol. Have you gotten any good deals yet?
It is definitely cheaper up here then Boca, but prices have definitely risen! Fishing is great up here!!!
It was so much fun watching you open this. I received one last year from my sister and I loved it. I hope she does it this year. I may order one just in case or to give as a gift.
Hello Denise! 🤗 what a nice sister, may be time to start dropping hints...like forwarding a pic of the new calendar 😁 They are so much fun. Did you follow along with Craig's daily makes on his FB lives? I really enjoyed chatting with everyone in the eve and being inspired by each piece. Thanks for taking time to watch 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I don't have FB
@@deniselothrop70 I only have started using it in the last year or so to connect with crafters I have met online. I am not sure if they will also post it afterwards on you tube, but I will certainly ask Craig and CC. There are many, many people who do not use or even like FB. I will keep you posted if I find anything out.
Helpful thank you.
It is my pleasure. 🙂 Thanks for watching 💕
It’s great that you enjoy that so much and will use the parts. Your enthusiasm was delightful and made watching your video fun.
I don’t know what you paid for it but I wouldn’t buy it. I don’t think I’d use much other than the paper. And it was very attractive paper.
It’s nice that there were stamps that came with dies I just wouldn’t find them useful. Good for someone starting out but don’t most of us have those images if we wanted them? And I don’t know how anyone will use the tiny embossing folders. How often do you want a 2” square block? Likewise, the Happy Birthday stencil will need to be VERY carefully masked because the confetti images come right out to the edge where you don’t want the color to extend over the stencil. On the other hand, the flowered stencil was very attractive and nicely designed to function well.
For some future year if the 24th were a die to cut a box that forms a 2” cube, the embossing folders could make interesting texture on it and the small dies could decorate it. That might make it all more functional for giving small treats. That’s something I’d consider buying.
The packaging is nice but I think that’s mostly what people will be paying for.
Hello Galen! 🤗 I love the idea of making a box die on the back! It would really pull the calendar together. I think that should be suggested to Leann Chivers from CC for a future year.👍
This is definately not going to be for everyone. Whether it is what you have in your collection, price point or maybe not liking the items. And that is what makes crafting so fun, such a variety of products out there.Thanks for taking the time to watch and let me and others know your thoughts, it is really appreciated. 💕
All the stamps should have coordinating dies but it's still a good deal. I pre-ordered the spellbinders advent calendar. I can't wait! Tfs 😃💖
Hello there! 🤗 I also preordered the calendar from Spellbinders! I am just as excited for that one and hope it will become an annual item. I would have liked all the stamps to have a die as well, just makes them that much more useful. Time to fussy cut I guess! 🙂 Thanks for popping by to virtually open the calendar with me. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns Fussy cutting, yikes. I just hope I can wait until December 1st 😅.
I was never going to buy this advent calendar so your review wasn’t going to change my mind. I just like to watch advent calendar openings and I really enjoyed your video.
HI Shelly! 🤗 Nothing wrong with that! I love to "window shop" on you tube 😁 I get to see WAY more than I would ever be willing to buy. Have you got any other good Advent reveals to recommend? I love seeing them as well, all kinds. Thank you for taking time out of your day to watch. Much appreciated. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I watched Vanessa Lopez do several Target and Sephora Advent calendars that were fun to watch.
@@Smartlady56 Thank you! Just watched a bunch of the unboxing, think I am headed to target tomorrow!😁
IKR. The makeup target box is so tempting.
Hi Jennifer, I watched your video for a few door openings and then I stopped because I might buy the calendar and I'd like to be surprised. I just not sure yet when I'll get it, if I do. I just hope I can get it for a cheaper price, maybe after Christmas. LOL! Thanks for your video. It sort of convinced me that it might be something that I'll want later down the road. :0)
Hello there Pam! 🤗 I would be willing to bet it will be on sale at some point just like last years. Instead of December , just do 24 days of Feb or something! Or maybe leading up to your birthday, like a Pamapaloosa !😁 Nothing wrong with wanting a surprise, that is why I put so many warnings and spoiler alerts. Hopefully everyone is good with how I did it. Thanks for taking a peek👀💕
I just ordered it from their warehouse sale.
Hello! 🤗 yay! I bet you got a fabulous deal on it! Did you get the set of sentiments with the calendar for free? I think if the price wasn't so high they would have sold them all earlier. I hope you have fun opening it up...all at once or saving for next year?
Yes I did! I might wait a bit to open it though since I watched your reveal. Nice items in there.
Lots of cute things in there, but not much I'd personally use. Some things I don't understand the point of, the embossing folders and stencils for example. Maybe I just don't have the imagination for it. Thanks for doing this. I won't be buying.
Hello Maggie! 🤗 I agree that there is lots of cute items in it. I am not sure about stencils other than as a center point focal, or all over as a background. The embossing folders I thought would be just like a series of panels? I will have to see what everyone comes up with, I am not theost imaginative either.🙂 it was my pleasure to do it and thank you for taking the time to watch and let me know your thoughts. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I did think of panels with the folders, but then thought why not just run my card stock through a regular folder and cut into panels. Small stencils, I realized, could be useful in mixed media for small accents here and there. But as I said, overall there are some very cute things in there, and a few I'd actually like to have, but just not enough to make it worthwhile for me to purchase the bundle. Which is not saying it's not a good deal for people whose card making style is different from mine. :)
The paper was my favorite. I just saw you show Spellbinders advent and comparing this to Spellbinders I think the Crafters Companion seems kind of cheap. A lot like last years which was terrible
Hello! 🤗 I am glad you got to compare them to each other. I think at the price points they were people should have an idea what is inside. Thank you for watching, both, and letting me ,and others, know your thoughts on them. 🙂💕
Curious where you are that you say Fall rather than Autumn. (I’m in the U.S. and at least where we live they’re both used pretty much interchangeably. At least I think I say both!) Thanks for the fun video! My stash is stupidly huge so I’d resist this, though think it’s really fun.
Hi there Beth! 🤗 I am in South EAST florida but grew up in Eastern Pa. I definately say fall more now. I think it is all that pumpkin spice talk and "fall y'all" that goes around. I do miss fall/autumn and the leaves changing. Although it is almost feeling like winter here, ONLY 82°! 😂 Thanks so much for taking time to watch. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns I used to spend quite a bit of time in south east Florida and the Keys. Miss it! It got to 60 up here in VA near DC and MD today, so I’m not complaining. Enjoy your wintery 80s weather!
I love that area of the country, ...seasons..and 60 sounds perfect!
@@4holidaysdesigns just wait a minute and it could be 32 and sleety. 😳 Actually not quite yet but soon. Too soon.
Thank you so much for reviewing this. I am not sure it is worth it unless you really would use most of it. I don't like food stamps and dies. I do like the little embossing folders . I would not buy this at full price.
Hello there Bonnie! 🤗 I have found the more I use the small stamps and dies, the more I use them.🙂 I also keep the prior years right by my Gemini because they do get a fair amount of use, more the dies I think. I would bet this will come down in price, it has for the last several yrs. You should still try and catch Craig Laird's lives each day in December. Lots of fun and I inspiration for small stamps and dies. Thanks for taking time to watch. 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns Ty for the response and good ideas all around. I will say that I am an artist and primarily use Acrylic on canvas as well as watercolor. I could see a use for some of this stuff with mixed media. I also have to say I am more of a collector of crafts that user of them lol. I may buy it on sale and give the food stuff to a friend. Ty so much for sharing
thank you for sharing this
Hi Kimbo! 🤗 It is my pleasure and thanks for taking the time to watch! It is appreciated. 💕
how much and how can i order?
Hello Nancy! 🤗 The Crafter's Companion Advent calendar is on their website for $48 US, not sure where you are. And I think it is on HSN for $55, but you can usually get a 20% off code, they have them every couple of weeks. Sometimes even free ship days. If you sign up for Club Inspire on The CC website (free) you get 20% off your first order. Hope that helps, let me know if you have more questions. Thanks for watching 💕
HI Nancy! I just wanted to let you know there is a 20% off coupon on HSN today, incase you were still interested in the calendar!
I like it but it’s still too expensive. It seems like they spend too much on the design which raises the price. I’d rather have better products inside than a fancy box that I can’t use.
Hi there V ! 🤗 I am glad you like it, I do too. That price point is up there this year. I would be good with a simple box and a lower price point on it. Anyway to stretch my craft $ is a win with me 🙂 Thank you for watching and taking the time to let me know your thoughts on it. 💕
CAN'T GET THIS YEAR, WISH IT WAS ALL CHRISTMAS
Hello Debbie Carol ! 🤗 Well then I am glad you were able to virtually open up this years calendar with me! There is always next year. Thank you for watching. 🙂💕
Nice video
Hello Susanne! 🤗 Thanks so much for taking the time to watch, it is appreciated 💕
Thx for showing the Calender. The design of it is really nice but the content was not really what I want. To expensive for all the small things.
Hello M O ! 🤗 It is my pleasure to show it. You probably would have liked the Spellbinders calendar, tons of dies, all sold out but will be back next yr. Thanks for taking the time to watch 💕
Thank you for thr Calendar review, very cute but to expensive. $59,00, plus tax, plus shipping. Not worth it
Hello Cynthia! 🤗 It was my pleasure to do the reveal. Definately not for everyone at that price point. Glad you got to virtually open it with me🙂 Thank you for watching and letting me know your thoughts on it. 💕
I lived the video. I searched for this calendar but they appear to be gone.
Hello Sandra! 🤗 I just checked on HSN and they are still available there. If you buy there make sure you use a rebate site like 'Retail me not' for cash back, there is free shipping all month at HSN if you spend over $75 and a few people reported they found a $10 off purchase for today at HSN. If you are wanting to buy directly from Crafter's Companion, they will launch next Monday or Tuesday as part of their big birthday celebration. I hope that helps you find one! Tahnks for watching and good luck grabbing one! 💕
@@4holidaysdesigns Thank you so much!!!!!
Too expensive!
Hi ! @Joye It definately isn't cheap this year! I think it made it even more important to me to do this video. Tahnks for taking to the time to watch and to let me know what you thought. 🙂💕
@@4holidaysdesigns 😊
Not worth the cost to me spellbinders won.
Hello Sharon! 🤗 I think you share the popular opinion with most of the crafters who replied! Thanks for watching and letting me know your favorite 💕
Next year could you just use your fingernails. Every time you went in it with the pokey tool you made me nervous that you'd get hurt
Hi Debbi! If I thought my nails would be able to take it, I might have tried. I swear the box is better made this yr, that and my nails are paper thin 😁