Christmas Countdown Craft

Heather Hess
by Heather Hess
Growing up, my family had a Christmas countdown made out of beads. Every day I made sure to move a bead until it was Christmas. I have looked everywhere for a countdown like the one we had growing up but I never found one. So I decided to take matters into my own hands and make one myself.
Materials Needed:


1. Wood platform from the craft store


2. Beads. I used 2 different kinds, red regular craft beads and clear jewelry beads.


3. Wire (I used 18 gauge copper wire) I found this wire at Home Depot and it was small enough to thread jewelry beads but also sturdy enough to hold its shape.


4. Christmas buttons (I used Christmas light shapes which I found at Michaels)


5. Centerpiece. I searched for the perfect piece and finally found the Christmas tree at Hobby Lobby. You could use anything you want, like ornaments, small figurines, snow globe, a wrapped Christmas present, picture frame, etc.


6. Thread (I used gold)


7. Glue


8. Spray paint
Those materials create this beautiful bead countdown that can be saved and used every year. I love that it is kid friendly but elegant at the same time. My kids love to move the beads over.
Come to my blog to learn how to create this countdown for yourself!
Heather Hess
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  • Tania Tania on Mar 12, 2018

    That's Great Ideas.

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  • Susann Susann on Nov 30, 2021

    I just love this! I am always surprised and pleased when I see something here on Hometalk that I’ve never seen before. You did it for me with this lovely make-it-yourself item.

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