Make your own advent calendar this year!
The advent calendar is a time-honored tradition to anticipate the countdown to Christmas. Create your own with a simple DIY that is both easy and inexpensive!
Michelle Bauer shared an advent that begins with a base under $5!
SUPPLIES
- Paper gift box gingerbread houses
- Cardstock or wood to stick numbers on
- Mod Podge – matte or satin
- Glitter
- String for hanging
Optional Embellishments
- Glitter hot glue sticks, Amazon
- Silicone heart mold, Amazon
- Gift wrap tissue (for roof)
- Mini wreaths
- Mini gingerbread people
- Ribbon
- Ric rac
METHOD
- Apply Mod Podge to the gingerbread house & apply glitter.
- After Mod Podge is dry, add embellishments.
- Weave string through pre-made holes in the houses.
- Hang – stair railing, mantle, on a Christmas tree, across shelving, or around a doorway/window.
Michelle Bauer is a DIYer and home décor enthusiast. Find her on Instagram at @_thepinklemon, and on Etsy.
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