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Published: 2017-12-01 22:02:53 +0000 UTC; Views: 3940; Favourites: 84; Downloads: 0
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Description Buckle up, guys - this is going to be a ride

This will (I hope) be updated daily. Each day another horse will appear somewhere in the Winter Cottage, and I'll be re-notifying people when that happens so no one misses it. Apologies right now to anyone who isn't interested for having to delete it from their inbox for the next several days ^^
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Day 1: s1088 's Beanie and Ona
(I adore this pair; Beanie has such a wonderful design and she's always drawn with such love).
Day 2: Scutterland 's Odyssey
(I do like my realistic horses but...I mean...he looks like a treasure map! And several people voted for him, too).
Day 3: z0mbiekid 's Zombie
(One of Z0mbie's had to be on here and this guy had a few votes, so... So glad you got him back).
Day 4: TealMagpie 's Athena
(This girl's little golden chains feel nicely Christmassy. Thank you for all the work you do).
Day 5: monymay14 's Sunshine
(You really can never have enough flaxen chestnut Arabians in the world).
Day 6: ReQuay 's Kalapi
(I've drawn Keira before, and I know Kala is a favourite of yours, so she won out. She's such a pretty example of the Faime Peacock population).
Day 7: TigressDesign 's Errol
(You have no idea how hard it was to find a horse of yours that is even moderately natural looking But I adore Errol anyway, so he wins).
Day 8: sobreiros ' Gattaca
(I still remember our conversations over this girl's story and she's one of my favourites of yours You really brought her to life).
Day 9: newvoh 's Sunset
(I feel like we really got talking over wilties at first, but this guy was great to see in the Halloween prompts and his design is lovely).
Day 10: Drasayer 's Abalone
(This guy got a couple of votes and honestly, his face is adorable. Plus, awesome name).
Day 11: Kryptic-NordDivision 's Epona
(Well who else was I going to choose? As well as having a few votes, she's clearly special to you ^^).
Day 12: EmeraldTheWoof 's Rhaegar
(This guy got the most votes, and of course he's a stunner Had to include him and thanks Emerald for putting up with tons of my questions).
Day 13: MissDudette 's Frodo
(How could I miss out your favourite Timekin? I've missed drawing them, not to mention talking to you, so here he is).
Day 14: Shotechi 's Dova
(Definitely wasn't going to miss you out! I was hard pressed to choose which of yours but Dova is lovely and he got a vote so he won).
Day 15: ofcowardiceandkings ' Felix
(Naturally one of yours was going to be here Its ages since we've spoken but I'm glad you're back around dA and doing art).
Day 16: CrazedxMia 's Lagertha
(Mia its been great getting to talk to you and this girl of yours was a joy to draw - my first Hototo picture).
Day 17: Shayla-Estate 's Messenger
(Shayla our random conversations and your constant support of my doodles are wonderful. This guy won between the two that were suggested).
Day 18: Cloudrunner64 's Fool's Gold
(This guy is one of the classic favourites I think and such gorgeous colouring. Thanks for all your hard work and dedication Cloud).
Day 19: Kartoffelpueh 's Andrasta
(This little mare got a vote and I'm also a big - if silent - fan of your artwork and its great to see her adventures in your gallery).
Day 20: KAHarder 's Sylvia
(Its always great chatting with you and this little mare is just so pretty, it just had to be her).
Day 21: strideroo 'sĀ Gemma Ignis
(It is always wonderful to catch up with you and have our wild discussions. I know you've moved away from natural HARPG, but Gemma won out here).
Day 22: HoT-Stables ' PumpkinSpice
(I haven't been in Nordanners long, but already I can see how much you dedicate to the community. And Punkin has such a lovely design).
Day 23: Kokopelli-Stable 's Solstice
(I haven't commented on your work for some time, but most of my favourite Arabians seemed to disappear, but yours - especially Sol - are still around).
Day 24: WesternSpice 's Monteriggioni
(Of course you're here! I love our random conversations. It was going to be Whiskey but I adore Monty and then I saw him on your favourites line up so... ^^).
Day 25: And finally, my own Vacancy
I've included Nordies, and Arabians and Faimes, so I thought this guy could level the playing field as a Yakimi warmblood (and I adore his face).

THIS IS THE FINAL UPDATE. ITS ALL OVER!

EDIT: lol, I forgot Santa! He's there now. I promise I'm finally done fussing with this

You will hopefully have noticed some fun additions to the whole image in celebration and that Vacancy seems to have acquired a red panda. (Don't ask too many questions. I just really want a red panda, okay? XD)

Well these guys are hauling in everything they need and decorating the Winter Cottage for an epic Christmas (also don't ask how they're all fitting inside). I hope all of you had a wonderful one as well!
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Its been a crazy ride, guys! I can't quite believe I've done it, and managed to update every day, either! I'm so sorry to all the people I just couldn't include - there are so many of you guys I'd love to have gifted, but there's just not enough days in December. Someone should complain about that. I also debated going to the 31st, but honestly, I can't see there's enough space left for another 6 ponies without them looking overly crushed in.

Thanks for following this along, to all of you who did. All your feedback and comments have been amazing and helped me push to keep the ponies appearing on time.

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The background took hours to put together, but I really wanted something a bit more dimensional and interactive than just windows. Unfortunately it means there's a few of the 24 days that won't be full body, but I'm pretty happy with how its working out so far. Hope you enjoy seeing it come together!

No refs have been used for any of this (other than character references). The interior of the house is decidedly and intentionally not perfect; just for impression, really.
Horses belong to their owners as listed.
The art is copyright to Tattered-Dreams
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Comments: 228

Tattered-Dreams In reply to ??? [2017-12-11 23:45:01 +0000 UTC]

Ah; that makes sense. I do like to make these images a little more interactive and dimensional by giving them all their own identity Thanks!

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Saoradh In reply to ??? [2017-12-11 09:05:34 +0000 UTC]

Aww oh my gosh look at Abe, he's adorable!

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to Saoradh [2017-12-11 20:05:17 +0000 UTC]

Haha, thank you! I just had to have one with their legs hanging out the window So glad you approve!

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z0mbiequeen In reply to ??? [2017-12-11 09:02:35 +0000 UTC]

Every day this gets cuter and cuter!!

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to z0mbiequeen [2017-12-11 20:04:48 +0000 UTC]

That's exactly what I want to hear XD Thank you!

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Wouv In reply to ??? [2017-12-11 08:35:05 +0000 UTC]

I'm in love, this is so cute!Ā 

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to Wouv [2017-12-11 20:04:33 +0000 UTC]

Aww, thank you so much!

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PoisonSoldat In reply to ??? [2017-12-10 21:27:50 +0000 UTC]

Aww I'm so glad to see Abalone here ! So far this picture's looking great ^^

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to PoisonSoldat [2017-12-10 22:35:02 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! Haha, yep - he's a really handsome grey and a few people cast a vote on him, too ^^

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PoisonSoldat In reply to Tattered-Dreams [2017-12-10 22:41:11 +0000 UTC]

No problem !
I agree haha, it's just nice to recognize these characters in here :3

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to PoisonSoldat [2017-12-10 23:12:36 +0000 UTC]

That was my other challenge, honestly - there were certain horses I planned on, but many were down to voters, and a few I played a bit with because I wanted all of them to be identifiable which meant that most solidly coloured horses with no/few markings had to be switched for other characters. I think I just about worked it out, though

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PoisonSoldat In reply to Tattered-Dreams [2017-12-11 05:44:21 +0000 UTC]

Ah, but it does seem tough and I feel like you nailed it so far ^^ !

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to PoisonSoldat [2017-12-11 20:02:59 +0000 UTC]

Good to know! Thanks ^^

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PoisonSoldat In reply to Tattered-Dreams [2017-12-11 20:08:40 +0000 UTC]

No problem

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Cillias In reply to ??? [2017-12-09 19:41:53 +0000 UTC]

sooo cute I love this tatty <33Ā 

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to Cillias [2017-12-09 21:12:27 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! Great to hear its liked so much ^^

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newvoh In reply to ??? [2017-12-09 19:24:39 +0000 UTC]

Aagagda he's so curious and cute ahmygod thank you so much ;3; this is the best thing to hop online to og Ā 

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to newvoh [2017-12-09 21:12:10 +0000 UTC]

YAY - I'm so glad you like him! You're welcome and I hope you have a great Christmas ^^

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newvoh In reply to Tattered-Dreams [2017-12-09 22:58:38 +0000 UTC]

aaaah yeeesss <3 I hope you have a great Christmas too hun (:

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to newvoh [2017-12-13 13:38:19 +0000 UTC]

Hope so Thanks!

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TerracottaVulture [2017-12-09 19:20:39 +0000 UTC]

you have no idea how long it took me to find Errol xD

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to TerracottaVulture [2017-12-09 21:11:37 +0000 UTC]

AHAHAHA - that made me laugh He's up there causing mischief for sure - ponies are gonna be everywhere by Christmas Day XD

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TerracottaVulture In reply to Tattered-Dreams [2017-12-10 18:55:06 +0000 UTC]

i'm curious to see how you'll fit 25 ponies in there!

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to TerracottaVulture [2017-12-10 19:03:00 +0000 UTC]

All will be revealed in time XD

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Allicorn In reply to ??? [2017-12-09 02:27:11 +0000 UTC]

I've been busy for the last few days and I'm so impressed how amazing this looks now after not seeing it for a few days!!!

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to Allicorn [2017-12-09 21:10:58 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! It definitely is starting to look a little fuller, I think Not so empty and lonely Glad you're still enjoying it!

(Advent needs to be longer - I'm so sad about all the ponies I had to leave out )

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ANIMALGIRL1869 In reply to ??? [2017-12-09 00:56:11 +0000 UTC]

awww soooo pretty!! and soo nice of you to do for others sweety!!! Hope you have a Merry Christmas sweety!

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to ANIMALGIRL1869 [2017-12-09 01:24:13 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! Great to hear how well its been received and I'm just glad I finally had time to do one really

Hope you have a wonderful Christmas, too!

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ANIMALGIRL1869 In reply to Tattered-Dreams [2017-12-09 01:58:57 +0000 UTC]

You're very welcome! of course, if people don't like it, they got something wrong with them

aww Thank you!

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to ANIMALGIRL1869 [2017-12-09 21:07:20 +0000 UTC]

Haha, I like that assessment XD

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ANIMALGIRL1869 In reply to Tattered-Dreams [2017-12-09 21:49:03 +0000 UTC]

<3

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elkasteri In reply to ??? [2017-12-08 18:30:26 +0000 UTC]

I love this! What a neat idea

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to elkasteri [2017-12-08 22:25:30 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much - great to hear you like the concept

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EmeraldTheWoof In reply to ??? [2017-12-08 18:19:50 +0000 UTC]

CrIES I HOPE I WIN ONE OF THESE SLOTS
I love your art so hard

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to EmeraldTheWoof [2017-12-08 22:24:58 +0000 UTC]

Haha!
STAY TUNED
Can't give anything away

Thank you so much!

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Grifinia In reply to ??? [2017-12-08 17:47:38 +0000 UTC]

OMG I love this! Its sooo much cute and funny picture Ā 

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to Grifinia [2017-12-08 22:22:17 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! Great to hear you like it

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Tigglesaurus In reply to ??? [2017-12-08 15:51:04 +0000 UTC]

SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE TATTY YOU DARLING! <3<3 This week gets better and better <3<3

Hehe yea I do have a rather huge population of crazy horses - Errol is a lovely choice, and he looks great in your style. Pretty sure he's up to no good on that roof <3Ā 

Thank you so much for this surprise <3 Icing on my cake this week you have NO idea I love the idea for this, the background is such a good setting for what is going to unfold into a beautifully busy scene of festive goodness <3<3

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to Tigglesaurus [2017-12-08 22:22:05 +0000 UTC]

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY I'm so glad you like it You're welcome

Haha, I adore your herd of wonders, I just have no idea how you draw them repeatedly without getting hand cramp but it sort of accidentally worked out that most of these guys were on the natural side so I picked Errol. I love him (and his name) since I first found the picture of him with the tabby cat so there he is - and yep, probably up to mischief (contemplating fitting down the chimney perhaps?). The background was a scribble that got out of hand haha, but I do like it, and you're right about how packed its going to be by the end!

Thank you so much for the wonderful comment, I'm just thrilled you like it and I hope you have a great Christmas if I don't catch up with you again before then ^^

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ReQuay In reply to ??? [2017-12-08 15:19:08 +0000 UTC]

OMG, I was so excited to come back from work and see it had been updated with monymay's Sunny... and then, before I could even leave a proper comment (darn work schedule) I cam back and found Kala in this!!!
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I can't even tell you how much I appreciate you including her (yes, I luvs her very, very much).Ā 
She looks so absolutely perfect, peering down at Sunny (who looks amazing, might I also mention).Ā  The shading is just perfect to work with her peacock colors - which you make look so natural.Ā  I adore the plumes in her tail as well.Ā 
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This is such an expected and lovely gift - and has made my entire weekend!Ā 
I can't begin to thank you enough!

And I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of the days (of horses) as it fills up towards Christmas.

THANK YOU so much for an amazing gift!!!!

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to ReQuay [2017-12-08 22:18:05 +0000 UTC]

Haha, its a busy time of year, for sure! I'm working all kinds of crazy hours/days so I get it ^^

Thank you so much, as usual, for the amazing, incredibly kind comment, and I'm so thrilled I chose right with this girl and that you think I drew her okay (its not so often you see a heavy built horse with a dished face, so that was fun to play with). I did worry she was a little dark and got lost, but if you can see her okay, and think the shading worked, then I'm happy ^^ Making peacock look natural is what I strive for, so also glad I didn't fail too much XD

I just have one space left and struggling to work out who best to fill it, but other than that, its pretty much sorted - I just need to draw them all You're welcome for the gift and thank you again And in case you're too busy to catch up again - I hope you and your pair of puppies have a wonderful Christmas Ā 

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ReQuay In reply to Tattered-Dreams [2017-12-09 18:26:50 +0000 UTC]

I'm impressed you have all but one figured out (where to draw/fill in).Ā 
I think this might be one of my all-time fav Advent Calenders... you have put so much effort/thought into it.Ā Ā 
It just makes me so happy and is so much fun to look at.

And I hope you, Azza, and Bug all have a wonderful Christmas & Happy New Year as well!
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Tattered-Dreams In reply to ReQuay [2017-12-09 21:06:02 +0000 UTC]

Haha, I loosely sketched out all the horses, then refined all of the sketches, but I'm not able to line until I know who's going where because they're each drawn specifically, so working out who went where was a priority I'm just left with one space that I'd love to put an Arabian in, but sadly, most of the people who had Arabians I adored aren't really active on dA anymore, or the horses themselves have sort of faded away There used to be a huge Arabian community and I don't know where it went!

I'll sort it out somehow, even if it takes a bit of shuffling

Thank you so much!

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monymay14 In reply to ??? [2017-12-08 01:21:52 +0000 UTC]

This is just so darn amazing!!! You and your giving is so inspiring and sweet I cannot thank you enough for this piece!!!! I am honored to have Tiberius apart of this!!!!

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to monymay14 [2017-12-08 22:12:12 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much - I'm so glad you like it Thank you for the lovely comment

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Ashley-Inspirations In reply to ??? [2017-12-07 19:55:01 +0000 UTC]

This is incredibly beautiful!

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to Ashley-Inspirations [2017-12-07 20:08:51 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! That means a lot ^^

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Ashley-Inspirations In reply to Tattered-Dreams [2017-12-13 08:37:47 +0000 UTC]

You're very welcome!

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Desimare In reply to ??? [2017-12-07 18:51:51 +0000 UTC]

What an awesome idea! LOVE the creative bg <3

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Tattered-Dreams In reply to Desimare [2017-12-07 19:12:30 +0000 UTC]

Aw, thank you so much! So glad you like it

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