The holidays are a time when we all have to dig deep into our pockets. But you don’t have to spend a lot of money on your kids’ Christmas presents if you know where to look. One of the easiest—and cheapest—ways to do this is by making Advent calendars yourself! You can use any number of boxes or containers, but I’ve got a few ideas for easy and cheap Advent calendar box designs that will help you save money and give your kid’s gifts an extra-special touch.
Gift Boxes
Gift boxes are a popular choice for making your own advent calendar. You can use any size of the box, and they’re typically very easy to decorate. If you want to use one with a lid, measure the height and width of the top of your gift box before cutting out holes for each day’s treat. To make this project even easier, pick up a pack of pre-cut gift tags at the dollar store or craft store. Add some ribbon, glue dots, or other decorations as desired to personalize it!
If you’d rather not cut out so many little windows in your gift box (or if you’re using a square or rectangle-shaped box), consider leaving off the lid altogether by removing two opposite sides first before adding treats inside. This way no special cutting will be necessary; just add treats through both ends!
The advent calendar box is a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday season with your family and friends. Each day, you can open a new door on the calendar and find a special treat inside. The calendar box can be used year after year, making it a cherished tradition for many families.
Boxes with Numbers
If you want to get fancy and have a little more time on your hands, try this. Use a box with a lid. No need to wrap it as the box itself will be wrapped in the paper later on.
Cover the box in wrapping paper that matches your theme. Try stickers or just draw directly on the paper if you’re not good at arts and crafts! You can also use sticker labels for each day of December if you want something eye-catching (or buy some from Etsy).
Write numbers 1 through 24 onto each piece of wrapping paper, or write out all 24 days so it’s easier for everyone else! The choice is yours!
Chalkboard Boxes
This is probably the easiest option for those of us who are less crafty. Grab a chalkboard box and paint it with chalkboard paint (you can find it at your local craft store). Then, write down the names of your kids or grandkids on little pieces of paper and slide them into empty frames. As you open each day, you can jot down something fun that happened that day!
Personalized Boxes
You can also use a box with a lid. These are great to personalize and make unique, as you can paint them or add something to the top of the lid.
You can also drape fabric on top of a box. This is especially effective if you have an old frame lying around that has lost its glass panes—you can use these as lids and create some fun DIY projects!
you can easily make your own advent calendar
You can easily make your own advent calendar! There are so many options and materials you can use. You can get creative with shapes and sizes and make it personal. You could even paint something fun on the outside of your box, like a snowman or Santa Claus!
Conclusion
I hope that you have enjoyed this post and are inspired to make your own advent calendar. I know from personal experience how much fun it is to create your own countdown to Christmas, so why not give it a try? If you don’t have time or want the whole thing done for you, there are some great options available on Etsy too!
