Creating a DIY book advent calendar is a delightful way to count down to Christmas with a new story each day. It combines the joy of reading with the excitement of unwrapping a surprise, making the holiday season even more magical!
1. Mix Books with Treats
Combine books with small treats or hot cocoa packets for a delightful surprise. I love watching my friend’s kids’ faces light up when they find a sweet treat along with their book.
A few relevant products:
- Assorted Hot Cocoa Packets: Add warmth to your reading with delicious hot cocoa, perfect for cozying up with a book.
- Mini Chocolate Bars: Delight in sweet flavors alongside your books with these tasty mini chocolate bars.
- Gourmet Cookies: Enhance your reading nook with gourmet cookies, making each book a delightful experience.
2. Books on a Shelf with String Lights
Place books along a shelf and add fairy lights for a magical glow. It’s a simple yet effective way to create a cozy, inviting atmosphere in any room.
These products might be useful:
- Warm White Fairy Lights: Add a warm glow to your bookshelf with these enchanting fairy lights. Perfect for any space.
- Decorative Book Covers: Beautify your books with elegant covers that complement your cozy shelf decor. Easy to apply.
- Ladder Bookshelf: Optimize your space with a stylish ladder bookshelf that showcases books beautifully on multiple levels.
3. Interactive Book Calendar
Add interactive elements like puzzles or games to accompany the book. It keeps the excitement going and adds a playful element to our nightly reading.
Possibly helpful picks:
- Wooden Puzzle Set: Boost engagement and fun with a wooden puzzle set, enhancing your book advent experience.
- DIY Advent Calendar Kit: Create excitement each day with an interactive DIY advent calendar kit alongside your book reads.
- Family Game Night Play Set: Add joy to reading nights with a family game play set, perfect for interactive bonding.
4. Use of Festive Colors
Incorporate traditional holiday colors like red, green, and gold into your wrapping. These colors instantly elevate the holiday spirit and make each book look like a special gift.
Possibly handy products:
- Red and Green Wrapping Paper Set: Wrap your books with festive paper to enhance the holiday magic in every gift.
- Gold Ribbon for Holiday Gift Wrapping: Elevate each book with gold ribbons, adding a touch of elegance to your presents.
- Christmas Themed Gift Tags: Personalize your gifts with holiday tags to make each unveiling moment special and memorable.
5. Cozy Setting Near the Fireplace
Place your book calendar close to a fireplace or a cozy corner to enhance the warm holiday vibe. There’s nothing like snuggling up with a good book by the fire with a cup of cocoa!
A few helpful options:
- Chunky Knit Throw Blanket: Snuggle up by the fire with this cozy knit blanket, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Ceramic Coffee Mug Set: Enjoy your favorite hot beverage in style with a beautifully crafted ceramic mug set.
- Rustic Wood Serving Tray: Enhance your cozy setup with a rustic tray for books, cocoa, and holiday treats.
6. Personalized Book Covers
Design personalized covers for each book to surprise the reader. I love using this idea to add a unique, artistic flair to our advent calendar.
Useful items to consider:
- Kraft Paper Sheets: Wrap your books in style with kraft paper to enhance the surprise element of each gift.
- Customizable Gift Tags: Add a personal touch to each book with unique gift tags for a heartfelt experience.
- Twine or Jute String: Secure your wrapped books with rustic twine for a cozy, elegant presentation.
7. Daily Book Treasure Hunt
Create a mini treasure hunt with clues leading to the day’s book. It turns the book reveal into an adventure, and we have so much fun creating the clues together.
Check if these fit your needs:
- Wooden Advent Calendar Kit: Enhance your treasure hunt with a charming wooden advent calendar kit. Organize and enchant daily surprises!
- Puzzle Clue Cards: Make each day an adventure with puzzle clue cards. Engage and excite with creative challenges!
- Decorative Twine and Clips: Display clues elegantly with decorative twine and clips. Simplify setting up your daily surprises!
8. Books Wrapped as Gifts
Wrap each book in festive paper to create a sense of anticipation and excitement. I love choosing a variety of papers to add a different flair to each day’s reveal!
Explore these options:
- Festive Wrapping Paper Set: Delight in diverse designs with a festive wrapping paper set to enhance each gift’s charm.
- Natural Jute Twine: Add rustic elegance with natural jute twine, perfect for a cozy and sustainable wrapping touch.
- Eco-friendly Gift Tags: Complete your gifts with charming eco-friendly gift tags to personalize each wrapped book.
9. Christmas Tree Book Stack
Stack the wrapped books in the shape of a Christmas tree for a creative display. I used green tissue paper to mimic the look of a real tree in my living room.
A few things you might like:
- Green Tissue Paper: Enhance your book stack with green tissue paper for a festive Christmas tree effect.
- LED Fairy Lights: Illuminate your book tree with LED fairy lights, adding a warm, festive glow.
- Mini Tree Topper: Crown your book tree with a charming mini tree topper for that perfect festive touch.
10. Under the Christmas Tree
Place the book of the day under the Christmas tree for a classic touch. This has become a beloved tradition in my home, making each morning feel like Christmas day.
Might be a good match:
- Rustic Jute Twine: Create charming gift wraps for your books with rustic jute twine. Add a natural touch.
- Decorative Pine Picks: Enhance your books’ festive look using decorative pine picks. Perfect for a holiday vibe.
- Neutral Wrapping Paper: Achieve a classic aesthetic with neutral wrapping paper. Ideal for understated elegance.
11. Reusable Fabric Wrapping
Opt for reusable fabric wraps instead of paper to wrap each book. Not only is it sustainable, but I find the fabric adds a warm, tactile element that paper just can’t match.
Check these products out:
- Assorted Fabric Wraps: Transform your gift-giving with beautiful fabric wraps. Enjoy a sustainable and stylish option.
- Decorative Ribbon Rolls: Add a charming touch to your wrapped books with these versatile decorative ribbons.
- Soy Wax Scented Candles: Create a cozy atmosphere with eco-friendly soy wax candles, perfect for enhancing your wrapping experience.
12. Numbered Days on Tags
Attach handmade tags with numbers to designate which book to open each day. Crafting these tags with friends over coffee is one of my favorite ways to start the holiday season!
Some ideas to consider:
- Kraft Paper Gift Tags: Create charming numbered tags with these sturdy kraft paper gift tags for your DIY projects.
- Twine String for Crafting: Use durable twine to attach your handmade tags and add a rustic touch to your calendar.
- Decorative Eucalyptus Stems: Enhance your calendar’s aesthetic with these lifelike decorative eucalyptus stems for a natural look.
13. Surprise Delivery by Elf
Have an ‘elf’ deliver the book each day to keep the magic alive for little ones. My nephew’s face lights up every morning anticipating the elf’s visit!
Some handy options:
- Wooden Elf Figurine: Add magic to mornings with a charming elf bringing daily surprise gifts for your child.
- Mini Gift Boxes: Excite little ones with tiny gift boxes hiding treats from their favorite elf.
- Advent Calendar Books: Engage children with a new book each day, magically delivered by their elf friend.
14. Mini Book Library
Create a small library display for all the advent books, so they become part of the decor. It’s like having a mini bookstore in your home, and who wouldn’t love that?
Try these:
- Wooden Bookshelf: Organize your advent books with a charming wooden bookshelf that enhances your home decor.
- Bookend Set: Keep your advent books neatly in place with decorative bookends that add to the charm.
- Jute Twine: Tie a rustic knot around your books with natural jute twine for a cohesive look.
15. Custom Bookmarks
Create and attach custom bookmarks to each book as an added gift. It’s a personal touch that makes the reading experience even more special for everyone involved.
A few suggestions:
- Wooden Bookmarks with Lace Design: Enhance your reading with elegant wooden bookmarks featuring beautiful lace patterns.
- Handcrafted Tassel Bookmarks: Add a personal touch to your books with these stylish handcrafted tassel bookmarks.
- Decorative Bookmarks Set: Explore a variety of decorative bookmarks to make reading more enchanting and personal.
16. DIY Labels and Tags
Create your own labels using stamps or calligraphy for a personal touch. It’s a lovely way to add character, and I find it quite therapeutic during the busy season.
Maybe worth checking out:
- Calligraphy Pen Set: Elevate your labels with a calligraphy pen set, creating elegant and personalized designs effortlessly.
- Rubber Stamp Set: Add charm to your tags with assorted rubber stamps, perfect for unique and artistic touches.
- Kraft Paper Tags: Start crafting your own labels with versatile, blank kraft paper tags for endless creativity.
