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5 cool Advent calendars to craft up before Christmas

Count down to the big day with a striking DIY calendar that's sure to ignite the festive mood.
5 cool Advent calendars to craft up before Christmas

Photo by Kate's Creative Space

Advent calendars

Seasonal satchels

Our home editor Emma Reddington crafted up this festive calendar using small muslin spice bags adorned with small ornaments. You can just smell the Christmasy scents of pine and cedar springs already. Just lovely.Get the instructions: The Marion House Book.

5 cool Advent calendars to craft up before ChristmasPhoto, Emma Reddington.

Crisp and creative

A fun and festive craft using chalkboard paint and square boxes. The result is a rustic-chic decoration to hang above any holiday table.Get the instructions: Hank & Hunt.

5 cool Advent calendars to craft up before ChristmasPhoto, Hank & Hunt.

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Cute cut-outs

Create your own Christmas town with these free downloadable printable templates — each building is numbered and ready to house a yuletide treasure. Group together under your tree for a unique visual display, and for kids to enjoy day-by-day.Get the instructions: Mr. Printables.
 

5 cool Advent calendars to craft up before ChristmasPhoto, Mr. Printables.

Gift clips

Nina from Stylizimo gives us a fresh take on an old-fashioned tradition. Use ordinary clothespins and arrange with a number under each. Then clip a small trinket or gift for each day of the countdown Tip: Personalize your clothes pins with washi tape.Get the instructions: Stylizimo.

5 cool Advent calendars to craft up before ChristmasPhoto by Stylizimo

Picture perfect

Over at Kate’s Creative Space, they're getting ready for the holiday countdown with 25 days of festive gifts displayed in an antique gilt frame. A charming display to put on a mantel or console table.

Advent calendar DIY idea with picture frame and Christmas presentsPhoto by Kate's Creative Space

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