Nope, I haven’t lost my mind!! It really is the perfect time to make a Countdown Calendar for Christmas or Advent AND, they’re in stock now at 7 Kids College Fund at the best price around!
The Countdown Calendar from Karen Foster Design lets you “create your own 3D treat calendar for any occasion!” The calendar includes 25 boxes with finger notches and a sheet of clear countdown number stickers. Each box is large enough to hold multiple treats if being used for more than one child … or adult! (It’s definitely perfect for my twin granddaughters.)
The best part about the Countdown Calendar is that it can be made for any 0ccasion in addition to a Christmas/Advent calendar. Each little drawer is double-sided ~ one side can be for Christmas and the other for any other special holiday of your choice ~ a countdown to birthdays, last/first day of school, vacations/special trips, wedding, new baby brother/sister ~ you name it, the possibilities are endless!
Also, inchie stamps would be perfect for the front of each box since the size is 1 1/2 inches, you would have a perfect 1/4 inch border on all four sides!
And, it was super easy to decorate! The kit includes a cardboard template for cutting your paper to adhere to each box. The front of the boxes measures about 1 ½ inches, so a paper punch can also be used ~ I used a 1 ½ inch scalloped edge punch, which helped to be sure my finger hole was centered. The hardest part will be to find some exciting treats to fill each box! Sounds like a trip to Target’s dollar section for grandma! 😀
Be sure to check out the versatile Karen Foster Design Countdown Calendar at 7 Kids College Fund … before they’re all gone!!
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fabulous calender !! and I don’t think you’re ahead of time.
Love this project!
Wow…I LOVE this Countdown Calendar…it is beautiful! Thanks for the inspiration Mary!
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Risa:)
Hi, I bought this calendar, from Karen Foster, to make for my grandson. I really appreciate the tip of using the scalloped punch. I thought it might be difficult, however, your pics have been a great help. Can’t wait to get started. THANKS!
I actually think this is a really good idea, it brings the family together to enjoy the holidays. I myself have also used this method for birthdays and family trips. It works wonders.
You did a fantastic job and thank you for the mini instructional.
Very professional on all accounts.