1. The Paper Bag Advent Calendar
Paper bags, stencils and some pretty tape is all that you need.
Here's one that uses string and clothespins.
2. The Recycled Cardboard Box Calendar
3. The Jewelry Gift Box Calendar
4. The Envelope Calendar
5. The Advent Calendar of Clues
Each sheet of paper holds a clue as to where the present is hidden in the house.
6. The Tiny Village Advent Calendar
This calendar is actually a free printable from MrPrintables.
7. The Simple Triangle Advent Calendar
8. The Geometric Box Calendar
Get the instructions and printable here.
9. Advent in a Jar
Get the directions and download the template here.
10. The Magnetic Tin Advent Calendar
You can put tiny gifts in the tins, and reuse them as spice jars after the holidays.
11. An Advent Calendar Bunting
12. A Cute Critter Advent Display
13. The Clothes Hanger Advent Calendar
14. The Framed Advent Calendar
15. Advent Calendar, Stuffed in a Suitcase
16. Repurposed Crate and Ornament Advent Calendar
Get the directions here.
17. Hanging Advent Calendar with Bunting
18. The Potted Plant Advent Calendar
This one is from Pottery Barn, but you could easily make one yourself.
19. Easy Fabric Advent Calendar
The fabric is cut with pinking shears so that the project requires less sewing.
20. The Stacked-Can Calendar
21. The Watercolor Advent Calendar
22. The Toilet Paper–Roll House Calendar
Get the directions here.
23. Calendar Using Jars Dipped in Paint
Invent your own color scheme!
24. The Tiny Tree Calendar
25. Animal Motif Calendar
These animals were photocopied out of this book.
26. The Chalkboard Advent Calendar
27. The Tiny Matchbox Calendar
Get the directions here.
28. The Wine Bottle Advent Calendar
These bottles were actually originally used as table numbers at a wedding.
29. The Christmas Tree Advent Calendar
30. The Fancy Clothespin Advent Calendar
Use washi tape and stamps for a super-easy DIY project.
31. The Library Pocket Calendar
Get the directions here.
