Advent Calendar Made From Upcycled Shoe Organizer
ALTERNATE TITLE: Holy Crap It’s December 1 and I Haven’t Made My Advent Calendar Yet! This project is so late that I almost didn’t share it at all. Then, in the spirit of “keeping it real” I decided you should see it. Since this had to go together quickly I used things I already had around the house.
First, an over-the-door shoe organizer, which was holding a bunch of random junk.
Next, some paper treat bags I had in my stash. If you don’t have these you can easily cut holiday wrapping paper or scrapbooking paper down to size. (These aren’t the exact ones I used but you get the idea.)
Grab some old-fashioned clothespins (or tape if you don’t have any), tissue paper, and your advent gifts, and you’re ready to put it together. (TIP: You don’t have to have all your gifts ready on December 1. I usually buy things throughout the month and add them as I go.)
Assembly is pretty self-explanatory. The treat bags or wrapping paper serve as a decorative front in each pocket. Then the advent gifts are wrapped in the tissue and placed in next. Lastly, the clothespin holds your tag in place. (I added a piece of washi tape to mine – couldn’t resist a red chevron.) And you’re done!
I'm really happy with how they turned out - even if it was a last minute scramble to get it done! Check out all the details on the blog.
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Thank you, thank you. I have 3 grandsons and it would be a challenge to purchase/ build 3 Advent calendars. This way I have the space to put matchbox cars, candy, etc . Some of the Advent calenders only have about 1 1/2" spaces. This is great.
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Wish I'd thought of this about 10 years ago! What a great idea and such a time saver. Thank you so much!
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