28 Fantastic DIY Advent Calendars

Simple is sometimes the best way to go when it comes to making an Advent calendar. Decorate your home with easy and traditional Advent calendars that are absolutely timeless.

No one could be more excited to make Advent calendars than your kids. Not only will they complete the activities in the days leading up to Christmas, but they'll put together the calendars, too! Combine Advent calendar ideas with a classic gingerbread house when you make the Gingerbread Advent Calendar, or let your kids play with magnets when they make the Magnetic Advent Calendar. These ideas for Advent calendars are sure to get your kids in the Christmas spirit.

These are for crafters who want their Advent calendars to be the most outstanding Christmas decoration in their home. Go crazy with your Advent calendar crafting when you create a Manzanita Advent Tree. Make your calendar shine with the Light Up Tree Advent Calendar, or put your paper folding skills to the test with the Origami Box Christmas Tree Advent Calendar. Visitors will ask you where you bought your unique Advent calendars, and you can take pride in the fact that the calendars are truly one-of-a-kind!

There are several Advent calendars to make that show you how to reinvent your household objects. Jar crafts have never been more popular, and you can use them in your Advent calendar crafting. Find a great use for cereal boxes, match boxes, baby food jars, and more in any of these fabulous thrifty projects.