Last year I started stocking up on supplies to make a fun CLOTHESLINE countdown for my GRANDkids. I shopped the after-Christmas sales and got super discounted prices. Most of the items are gift card holders, just right for slipping a piece of candy or small toy in.
Since I was making 3 separate sets, I had to keep within my budget. I also found lots of little toys and fun things to stuff inside each item. I only had a few empty items that I set aside to put candy in. (Just so ya know, I didn't buy the candy until now.)
Cracker Barrel, The Dollar Store, and Wal-Mart were fantastic for finding all the stuff I needed. The only problem was waiting almost an entire year before I could send them out to my GRANDkids.
I found the little clothespins at Wal-Mart in their craft section. The little hangers were from a paper doll set, my kids used to have but didn't use anymore.
This is a photo one of my daughters sent of their Clothesline Advent Calendar...Isn't it darling! She only had a skinny wall to mount hers on so she divided it up into 3 separate sections. My other daughter is going to hang hers in one long clothesline across their fireplace mantle.
Do you have any good ideas for Advent Calendars?
That is the neatest Advent Calendars I have seen. I will have to remember this for next year. I will try to get lots of little items just like you said and keep in a budget. With 5 grandchildren it will give me a challenge. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked it! The one family that has 2 GRANDkids in it, I just put 2 gifts in each item.
DeleteI'd like to start that tradition with my daughter. It certainly is magical. I've become a Scrooge of sorts this year, and it's time to bring back that Christmas spirit.
ReplyDeleteIt's surprising how easy it can be to catch the Spirit again...
DeleteThis is precious! I love it. I wish I were as creative! I'm inspired.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stoppong by Cynthia, Merry Christmas!
DeleteThat is so cute.
ReplyDeleteThanks Karen!
DeleteThat is such a creative idea! I really like it.
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DeleteSweet idea.
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DeleteVery nice Becky Jane. I don't do an advent calendar, but I sent my Grandson home with a basket that has presents in it and he can open one a night untill Christmas.
ReplyDeleteExcellent idea Terri, We had a secret someone do that for us one year! It was so much fun! Thanks for sharing.
DeleteThat is awesome....what a precious GRANDmother you are!!!
ReplyDeleteIt has really been fun!
DeleteLove it!! I usually buy the choclate ones but this year I´m into making my own one. I´ll keep you posted as soon as finish it. Lots of blessings for you and your family
ReplyDeleteI'm excited to see what you come up with...
DeleteWhat a clever idea and how much fun for them. I think this is a wonderful idea.
ReplyDeleteThanks Grace! Merry Christmas!
DeleteWow, that is super cute! I love it! I bet they love it too :)
ReplyDeleteWe have an advent calender, I love yours though! I have little treats that i will put into each day pocket. I let the kids take turns! We love this part of the season!
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute! I am sure your grandkids will love them
ReplyDeleteHow cute! I had a advent calender growing up! Had one with my kids as well but they kinda tore part of it up. I have been looking for one I like , but haven't found that "special"one just yet
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute idea Becky Jane! I'm putting it in my weekly link roundup. I'll let you know when it's up!;)
ReplyDeleteWhat a creative daughter! Love the hanging advent calendar!!
ReplyDeleteThis is the cutest idea I've seen with Advent calendars.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful Christmas.