Are you excited about the holiday season and searching for innovative ways to get into the festive mood? You are in for a treat with DIY Advent Calendars! Advent calendars are popular countdowns that started in German culture and now have become a part of holiday traditions worldwide. Every day leading up to Christmas, you open a door or box of the calendar that has a surprise or a treat inside. Here are some fun and innovative DIY advent calendar ideas to help you get into the holiday spirit:

1. Paper Bag Advent Calendar 🛍️

This idea is perfect for those who love minimalistic designs and want to keep it simple. All you need are 24 small paper bags and some creativity to decorate them. Number each bag from 1 to 24 and fill them up with small treats and surprises. You can hang up the bags on twine in a staircase or on the wall, and voila, your advent calendar is ready!

A picture of a paper bag advent calendar hanging on a wall with decorations on each bag.

2. Christmas Tree Advent Calendar 🎄

If you want to go full festive and traditional, then try your hands at creating a Christmas tree advent calendar! You can craft one by attaching small boxes or envelopes to a large cardboard cut-out shaped like a Christmas tree. Fill them up with small gifts, candies, or messages. You can even add small ornaments and decorations to make it more eye-catching.

A picture of a Christmas tree advent calendar made with small boxes and decorated with ornaments and small gifts.

3. Wine Bottle Advent Calendar 🍷

If you love wine, then why not create a wine bottle advent calendar? All you need is 24 small wine bottles (187 ml), number them from 1 to 24, and fill them up with different types of wine or champagne. You can add colored wrap, ribbons, or use stickers on the bottles to keep them hidden until the day arrives. This advent calendar is perfect for adults who want to celebrate in style.

A picture of a wine bottle advent calendar with 24 small bottles, each wrapped and numbered, and decorated with ribbons arranged on a table.

4. Washi Tape Advent Calendar 🎨

Are you into colors? Then try the DIY washi tape advent calendar! All you need is 24 small cards or envelopes, washi tape in various colors and patterns, and some creativity. Cut small pieces of washi tape and stick them on the cards/envelopes to create patterns and designs. Add small treats and messages inside, and you have a unique advent calendar ready to make your Christmas season more colorful.

A picture of a washi tape advent calendar with small cards decorated with different colored washi tapes hanging on twine.

5. Digital Advent Calendar 💻

If you are tech-savvy and want a new age advent calendar, then go digital! Create a digital advent calendar using free tools and software, add small tasks, quizzes, puzzles, or rewards as surprises, and send it to your friends and family. You can make it more personalized by adding pictures, videos, and messages to make it more festive.

A picture of a digital advent calendar with different windows and tasks leading up to Christmas Day.

These DIY advent calendars will surely make your holiday season more fun and memorable. You can even combine ideas or create your own to make each day leading to Christmas special. Happy Holidays! 🎁

A picture of all five advent calendars side by side.