Count Down to Christmas With 12 DIY Advent Calendars
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Are you beyond pumped for Christmas? When Dec. 1 hits, you can finally feel as though it's socially acceptable to count down — because let's be honest, you've secretly been waiting for months. The best way to celebrate the most festive month of the year is with an Advent calendar. Instead of buying a generic version at the grocery store, craft your own calendar, and put it on display. We've got all sorts of ideas that will get you in the spirit. Read on to see just how easy these DIYs actually are. Source: Instagram user blankgoods
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Envelope Calendar
Perhaps one of the easiest DIY Advent calendars ever, this project just requires a few supplies and little craftiness.
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Glittery Calendar
We've got a step-by-step breakdown on how to pull off this glittery calendar.
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Eclectic Calendar
Take advantage of what you already have — gift boxes, bags, envelopes — and string them to a branch for an eclectic finished product.
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Cheery Calendar
If you're looking for classic Christmas colors, this calendar DIY will leave you feeling pleased.
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Box Calendar
Use small paper or cardboard jewelry boxes you can find at the craft store and put an activity inside of each box for every night of the month!
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Framed Calendar
If you already have a frame or bulletin board, you can put together this unique Advent calendar in a snap.
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Shopping Bag Calendar
This creative holiday bag Advent calendar is the lazy girl's answer to a simple DIY with a big statement.
Basket Calendar
You can get canvas drawstring bags from the craft store and use fabric paint to write dates on them. Fill each bag with a different treat to open up each day. Fill a basket with the bags, and use it to decorate your home!
Pin small cardboard gift boxes to a framed foam board to achieve this Advent calendar. Use paint pens to adorn the box tops with designs and colors that match the surrounding space.
Lunch Bag Calendar
All this calendar takes is 25 paper lunch bags filled with treats and clothespinned to a strand of wire or twine.