DIY 2026 Advent Calendar: Make It Yourself
Forget the traditional Christmas calendar—this year, you’re going to make your own 2026 Advent calendar! Get started on a creative DIY project that will bring the whole family together around a shared activity! We’ve selected some products for you to use when making your own unique DIY Advent calendar.
The Advent calendar is one of the Christmas traditions most loved by young and old alike. In December, it’s a great way to get into the holiday spirit while waiting for Christmas. As you open the 25 doors of the calendar one by one, a little bit of Christmas magic takes hold each morning...
Gift Ideas for Your Advent Calendar
Personalize your calendar with items that truly match the tastes of the person you’re giving it to. Don’t forget to choose smaller sizes so everything fits inside the windows of your homemade Advent calendar.
- Keep it classic with chocolates and candies. They’re always a hit with kids and adults alike!
- Get creative and slip in some real surprises for DIY enthusiasts: jewelry findings, jewelry pliers, pendants, a DIY jewelry kit, an assortment of beads… Crafters will be delighted!
- Show off your talent with small, handmade costume jewelry: a bracelet, a pair of earrings, a ring, or even a long necklace. For those who don’t have time to make DIY jewelry, opt for ready-made pieces.
- For your girlfriends, make a beauty and makeup Advent calendar: fill it with homemade beauty products, perfume samples, and handmade soaps —made by you—to really embrace the DIY spirit.
- A tea Advent calendar for your mom: every day, she’ll discover a new flavor.
- An Advent calendar for men featuring organic products for foodies, figurines for geeks, or cheese for those with a sweet tooth.
There are so many ways to create a unique Advent calendar! The countdown has begun—it’s up to you!
How can you decorate your Advent calendar?
- Use small pouches, paper cones, or envelopes to create a Christmas calendar to hang on driftwood, a metal hoop, or a simple wall hook. Attach them with small clothespins.
- Decorate a cardboard box with decorative paper, stickers, and stamps. Then slip your envelopes or pouches inside.
- Follow our tutorial to learn how to make a fabric Advent calendar. If you enjoy sewing, make your own little pouches to hold your small gifts.
If you need ideas, feel free to draw inspiration from our Advent calendar ideas.