I have had so much fun creating a handmade Christmas advent calendar recently to give to my lovely friend Leanne. I was really inspired after seeing a project by the talented Tanu Creative.
After seeing one of these beautiful calendars I was so inspired to create one of these and whilst it does take a little while to put together – it’s definitely fun to make and worth it! I have used are quite a mix of different products that all come together so beautifully. You can see the full supply list at the bottom of this post.

the finished advent calendar

Here is a look at the finished advent calendar which is created as a book style box. I have embellished the front with a mixture of stamps & die cuts from the Golden Greenery Bundle, Winterly Tree Top Bundle and some beautiful foliage dies taken from the Sophisticated Sled Dies.

close up of the closed calendar and details

Here is a look at some of the details on the finished advent calendar. I added some texture with the Pool Party Pompom Ribbon and Garden Green Natural Tones Linen Thread. The Everyday Details Dies are one of my favourite set of dies and look gorgeous with stitched details – which I have added with more of the Linen Thread.

a look at the inside & all the little boxes

Here is a look at the finished advent calendar where you can see all twenty four of the beautiful advent boxes decorated with the Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper. The finished box size is large enough to fit in some chocolates or other small treats.

a peek at the inside of the advent calendar boxes

You can see how the boxes open to fit the treats inside but have also been decorated with a touch of the Sentimental Christmas Designer Series Paper.

I hope that you enjoyed seeing this fun Christmas project!

Crafty hugs. x

Coming soon are two amazing events. Come and find out more about the Scenic Adventure Virtual Retreat and don’t forget to check out the upcoming Virtual Album Retreat from Stampin’ Up!

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supply list for the advent calendar

Product List