1. Paper Envelope Advent Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: Small paper envelopes, a marker or number stickers, string, and clothespins.

   - How-To: Number each envelope from 1 to 24, fill them with small treats, notes, or tiny gifts, and hang them along a string with clothespins. You can arrange them in a shape (like a tree) or simply along a wall.

2. Jar of Kindness Advent Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: A mason jar, small pieces of paper, and a pen.

   - How-To: Write a small act of kindness or positive note on each piece of paper (e.g., “Leave a kind note for someone,” “Compliment a friend”). Fold them up and put them in the jar, drawing one each day. It's a wonderful way to spread cheer!

3. Mini Stocking Garland Advent Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: 24 small stockings (or socks), string, and clothespins or hooks.

   - How-To: Number each stocking and fill it with treats, trinkets, or activity cards. Hang them up in a garland across the mantel or wall.

4. Matchbox Advent Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: 24 empty matchboxes, colored paper, markers, glue, and small treats.

   - How-To: Cover each matchbox with colored paper, number them, and decorate. Stack them in a Christmas tree shape or line them up on a shelf. Each drawer holds a small surprise.

5. Reusable Gift Bag Advent Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: 24 small fabric gift bags, tags, and string.

   - How-To: Fill each bag with a small surprise, like a chocolate or a holiday activity idea. Number the bags and hang them on a wall or place them in a basket. This idea is great if you want something reusable for next year.

6. Brown Paper Bag Advent Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: 24 small brown paper bags, stickers or markers, string, and clothespins.

   - How-To: Decorate each bag with a number, then fill it with small treats, notes, or activity ideas. Hang the bags on a string with clothespins, or arrange them in a grid on a wall.

7. Advent Tree Branch Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: A large branch or wooden dowel, string, mini gift bags, and tags.

   - How-To: Hang the branch horizontally on a wall, then attach numbered bags with treats or surprises along the branch. It’s rustic, minimalistic, and beautiful!

8. Envelope Wall Advent Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: 24 envelopes, cardstock, markers, and tape.

   - How-To: Tape the envelopes to the wall in a tree shape, or place them in a basket. Add a note, treat, or activity inside each. This option is super simple but can look great with colorful envelopes!

9. Book Advent Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: 24 wrapped books (holiday-themed if possible!).

   - How-To: Wrap each book and number it from 1 to 24. Open one each night for a cozy reading experience. This works especially well for families with young kids.

10. **DIY Ornament Advent Calendar

   - What You’ll Need: 24 small ornaments, hooks or ribbon, and a small tree or branch.

   - How-To: Place a new ornament on the tree each day leading up to Christmas. By December 24, your mini tree will be fully decorated!

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