Young or old, everyone has a bucket list of their own. Christmas is the perfect to fulfill some of those items in the list. Marking down days filled with fun is one thing, but having a personalized calendar telling the entire family of what kind of day awaits them, that there is something else all over.

DIY Advent Calendar

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Be it scripture, toys or treats, or all of them, the wonders of the holidays are countless—that’s why there’s 31 days for it. Fill all the days of Christmas with fun, love and faith.

Via: Design, Dining and Diapers

Our Countdown To Christmas

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Make more sweet memories with this sweet creation. Inside each day are treats of different kinds. Kids will go crazy for this, so be warned.

Via: Mindy Pitcher

Christmas Advent Calendar Wall Chart

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Count the days down and be crafty while you’re at it. A simple yet classy wall chart made of artsy stuff is very difficult to not stare at, I tell you.

Via: The Painted Hive

Gifts Advent Calendar

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A days counter that doubles as a Christmas gift is an idea only a genius would think of. Make the gifts vary from chocolates to accessories, or from candies and maybe even jewelry.

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Wall Mounted Advent Calendar

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No space will ever be wasted with this cross between a Christmas tree and an Advent calendar. The satchels of course must contain treats for the kids who will be more willing to count the days down.

Via: The DIY Dreamer

Preparing for the Big Countdown

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As the name suggests, with this advent calendar, you will not only be prepared, but also super excited with the assortment of presents from each day.

Via: Kate’s Creative Space

Pottery Barn Inspired Advent Calendar

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Share your love and joy with the entire family with this crafty advent calendar. Each pot doesn’t only contain treats or gifts, but tokens and charms that embody the spirit of the holidays.

Via: David and Caroline Parker

Mason Jar Advent Calendar

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Not all calendars hang on the wall, this one sticks close to the ground. With multiple purposes like an unexpected yard decoration, or a front door ornament, or a cluster of Christmas lanterns—this one is a sure keeper

Via: At the Picket Fence

Chalkboard Advent Calendar

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Start the holiday cheers proper and fun. Give your children a refresher on the shapes forms of Christmas. No treats, no toys, not even gifts. Just plain things that altogether spell a meaningful season.

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Fun Numbers Advent Calendar

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Welcome the first day of the December in a funky atmosphere that’s all contagious throughout the entire winter. With a bright red background, the random bold numbers and magnets to all eyes.

Via: Brendajonhnston

The Merry Thoughts Advent Calendar

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This project not only counts down the days but also looks back on the past ones that are full of good memories. The perfect way to feel thankful with all the great things that have happened so far.

Via: The Merry Thought

Twinkling Advent Calendar

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Simply a bright idea in any angle you look at it. The lights at the back casts a spell to eyes but you still spend two minutes in front of it nonetheless.

Via: The Waterfalls

Creative Advent Calendar

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Turn heads to this corner of the house with this eye catching Christmas tree Advent calendar. Each day (or can) has a special treat or gift that can build your excitement and maybe your appetite.

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Mini Tree Advent Calendar

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Take matters in your own hands—literally. With little boxes secretly filled with presents and treats, this Advent will be the one that will be the most memorable.

Via: Oh Happy Day

Advent Calendar No. 3

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Simple, small and subtle, what else can you ask for an advent calendar? Counting the holidays down can never get as elegant as this golden stars counter with a royal blue backdrop.

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12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar

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Life’s festive all over especially with an Advent calendar like this that screams of surprises and celebrations everywhere.

Via: Cherished Bliss

House-shaped Favor Bags

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Easy to make yet fanciful enough to impress any of your guests. Each bag contains scriptures, inspirational quotes or just questions you want to ask to Santa.

Via: Craft and Creativity

Christmas Project: Advent Calendar

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Welcome the season with eco-friendliness by recycling used cans and turn them into a super creative Advent calendar. Fill the cans with candies of different flavours and count down the days in style.

Via: Non Solo Food

Christmas Stockings Advent Calendar

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This one, you might want to devote a month to make. This hand-sewn calendar is nothing but special, but what really seals the deal is that you can use this for the next three year to come.

Via: Our Best Bites

Christmas Advent Jar

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Not a candy jar, but the contents are equally sweet. The counters are mini Holy Bibles (Yes. You can read it), and once the jar is finally empty, this signals you’ve done your job as our Lord’s servant.

Via: Just a Girl Blog

Craft Stick Advent Calendar with Origami Boxes

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With a candy placed inside, what child wouldn’t want to celebrate the holiday season? But this Advent calendar has treats for grown-ups as well, a simple note in each box about the spirit of Christmas.

Via: Craftynest

25 Acts of Random Kindness

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Love is the reason why there is Christmas in the first place. Let this Advent calendar count your selfless acts to your brothers and sisters.

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Christmas Greetings Advent Calendar

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Let this side of the house bring a unique kind of smile that Christmas greeting counters can do. This project can be done even late November since it’s easy and not that costly.

Via: I Heart Naptime

Bucket Advent Calendar

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Make the biggest lasting impression from your guests with this golden bucket holiday counter. Looks complex, but this calendar is easy to craft.

Via: Home Depot

PVC Pipe Advent Calendar

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Slide off the traditional and try this modern take of an Advent calendar. Nothing fancy with this counter. Just the color red and numbers.

Via: Duke and Duchesses

Paper Cup Reindeer Advent Calendar

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Cute and funny stuff will always find its way to your home so go ahead and give them the job of counting down the days of the holidays.

Via: Balancing Home

Felt Advent Banner

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Works just like a calendar only, this one doubles as a part of the house’s decor.

Via: The Crafted Sparrow

Joulukalenteri Advent Calendar

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A wreath that thinks it’s a calendar, or is it the other way around? Either way is one cute project with the kids.

Via: Karaimame

Holiday Advent Calendar

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Doing it on a frame treatment just makes this calendar more posh than it already is. Looks like the start of a family tradition right?

Via: The Idea Room

Mini Muffin Tin Advent Calendar

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From the colors to the texts, everything that is Christmas is present on this one. Plus this is mostly used tin cans decorated with printables.

Via: The Happy Scraps

Christmas Chalkboard Countdown

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This is a nice way to get the kids involved with the preparations. Seeming simple yet this one project can become the best memory you’ll have as yet.

Via: The Lilypad Cottage

Toilet Paper Roll Christmas Calendar

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Looking at this Advent calendar reminds me of the days my parents used to tell me that all things have a purpose…even throwaways can become decorative and functional.

Via: Morning Creativity

Library Pocket Advent Calendar

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The pockets don’t have anything in them. As the holidays wane, place a small note inside that tells the story of that day.

Via: Make it My Own

Advent Calendar for Christmas

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Christmas can appear in many shapes you never thought it would have. Like this wreath that counts the days before our Lord celebrates his birthday.

Via: BHG

Wooden Advent Calendar with Stocking

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Definitely your kid’s newest favourite spot in the house since they know each stocking is hiding something special inside them

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