The weeks leading up to Christmas are the most joyful time of the year. As the air turns chilly, the first snowflakes fall, and the festive decorations go up, it’s impossible not to feel the excitement of the coming holiday. Something about the yuletide season makes us feel young again, full of anticipation for Christmas morning. Before you know it, the big day will be here, but don’t let the happiest days of the year pass you by. Count down each treasured day with a DIY Advent calendar.
This collection includes adorable fabric calendars that you can easily make yourself. These countdown calendars are sure to pique your anticipation while keeping you in a festive mood for the whole season. Sewing your own calendar is a great way to personalize your holiday decorations and make your home even more cozy and welcoming. Your kids will love counting down until Santa’s arrival and making every day of December special. From traditional hanging decorations like this DIY Advent Calendar to unique, inventive projects like this Felt Advent Banner, you are sure to find a countdown calendar that you love. Make the most of the holiday season this year and create a new Christmas tradition with these advent calendar ideas.
Classic DIY Advent Calendars
Christmas in July Advent Calendar: If you just can’t wait for the holiday season, start prepping early with this colorful quilted calendar. Stick sweet treats or notes in the pockets that your family will love.
Advent Calendar and Christmas Card Holder: With this calendar, you and your family can add a new Velcro ornament to the tree every day. Before you know it, your calendar tree will be decorated and your real-life tree will be surrounded by presents and smiling faces.
Easy Felt Christmas Tree Advent Calendar: This beautiful yet subtle calendar is full of holiday shimmer and shine and will compliment your elegant DIY Christmas decor perfectly.
Pottery Barn Inspired Christmas Tree Advent Calendar: Your holiday visitors will be stunned by this adorable, detailed DIY advent calendar, which is sure to become the star of your holiday decorations.
DIY Advent Calendar: Give your kids a little Christmas joy every day with this cute, simple calendar.
12 Days of Thanksgiving Advent Calendar: Too excited to wait for Christmas? You can count down to Thanksgiving, too! The rich autumn colors are sure to give your home a cozy fall atmosphere as you anticipate Turkey Day.
Unique Advent Calendar Ideas
Felt Advent Banner: Display your Christmas countdown for the world to see with this easy, quick felt banner. Fill the little pockets with candy and fun Christmas activities to make the season unforgettable.
Mitten Advent Calendar: It doesn’t get much cuter than these festive mittens. Guests will gush over your colorful, original calendar.
DIY Advent Calendar Pillow: No one else will have an advent calendar as clever and unique as this one. Instead of hanging your calendar on the wall, make it into a cute countdown pillow that kids will love.
What is your favorite holiday sewing project?
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