How to create an original Pinterest-style Advent calendar
One of the fondest memories of our childhood are the Advent calendars.
The impatience with which we children looked forward to Christmas was dampened by these colorful calendars that hid a surprise behind each of the 25 boxes.
In recent years, however, the most popular Advent calendars are the beauty ones, where every day we can find something for skin care or make-up.
If you are a DIY lover, you could make an Advent calendar for less than ten euros, using a few simple things you have at home. We took a look at the proposals on Pinterest and there are really a thousand ways to create a calendar. to give to relatives and friends.
In short: minimum yield, maximum expense! Here's how to do it:
Let's recap. You will need:
- a hanger
- fabric bags
- chocolates, candies, cookies, tea bags, motivational phrases
- twine or ribbon
- numbered clothespins
Put the candies (or whatever you prefer) in the bags and tie them to the hanger, put the numbered clothespins on the bags, in order or at random. Et voila, a fun and original gift almost at no cost!
If you want to explore the world of DIY Advent calendars, here are some other great ideas from Pinterest:
