Create an Advent Calendar with Your Kids

Winter is a magical season full of opportunities to create cherished memories with your children. Why not take this time to make a personalized advent calendar together? Inspired by nature and snowy landscapes, this fun project is the perfect way to keep little hands busy while adding a cozy touch to your home décor. Here are some simple and creative ideas for designing a unique calendar. 

 

 

Why Make a Winter Calendar? 

 

Creating a winter calendar with your children offers many benefits: 

 

• Stimulate their creativity: Let them express themselves through drawing, painting, or crafting. 

• Strengthen family bonds: Turn this project into a shared moment of fun. 

• Learn through play: Use the calendar to teach days of the week or explore nature’s winter cycles. 

 

 

 

Materials You’ll Need 

 

Before you start, gather these materials: 

 

🖌️ Thick paper or recycled cardboard 

🌿 Natural elements: pinecones, branches, dried leaves, artificial berries 

🎨 Craft supplies: paint, colored pencils, glue, scissors 

❄️ Winter-themed decorations: glitter, snowflake stickers, cotton for a snow effect 

📅 Printable calendar sheets or squares of paper to write the days. 

 

 

 

Ideas for a Nature-Inspired Winter Calendar 

 

1. Hanging Calendar with Branches 

 

Create a rustic calendar using branches collected during a winter walk. 

 

1. Assemble the branches into a rectangular frame using string. 
2. Hang pouches or envelopes from the frame, each representing a day of the month. 
3. Add natural elements like pinecones, moss, or dried leaves for decoration. 

 

🧥 Gusti Tip: Dress your kids in warm, waterproof Gusti coats before heading out to collect branches and natural decorations! 

 

 

2. Snowy Landscape Calendar 

 

Recreate a winter wonderland with simple materials: 

 

1. Draw a large snowy mountain on thick cardboard. 
2. Add cotton for snow and glitter for a frosty effect. 
3. Number small paper trees or houses scattered across the landscape. 

 

 

3. Jar Surprise Calendar 

 

Turn glass jars into a fun and original calendar: 

 

1. Fill each jar with small surprises (treats, messages, or mini activities). 
2. Decorate the jars with winter-themed ribbons or small branches. 
3. Arrange them in a pyramid or line to create a playful calendar display. 

 

 

4. Snowflake Calendar 

 

1. Cut out 24 snowflakes from paper or felt. 
2. Number each snowflake and attach them to a wall using tack or mini clothespins. 
3. Each day, kids can remove a snowflake and discover an activity written on the back, like: 
   - Building a snowman. 
   - Making homemade hot chocolate. 

 

 

 

Ideas for Activities to Include in Your Calendar 

 

Add a touch of daily magic with winter-themed activities: 

 

✨ Build a mini igloo. 

🍪 Bake cookies shaped like snowflakes. 

🎁 Wrap gifts for a loved one. 

🎨 Paint a postcard inspired by snowy scenes. 

 

 

Gusti Clothing for Your Creative Explorers 

 

One of the most exciting parts of this project is heading outdoors to collect materials. Make sure your kids stay warm and comfortable with Gusti winter gear: 

 

• Warm coats and waterproof pants are perfect for playing outside in the cold. 

• Mittens and hats will keep them cozy while gathering branches or pinecones. 

 

 

 

And There You Have It! By creating a winter calendar with your kids, you’ll craft not only a beautiful decorative piece but also cherished memories. Ready to start this magical winter project? Don’t forget to dress the whole family in Gusti gear to fully enjoy this creative adventure!🧤