Christmas Countdown Calendar

Craft together & celebrate later! Use our free coloring page & more to create a DIY Christmas countdown for kids, then fill with 25 days of creativity.

Ages: 4 and up, 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up, Adult

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CIY Staff

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

Foam Board
Gifts Treats or Activities
Hook-and-Loop Fastener
Paper Towel Roll(s)

Steps

Step 1

Cut 9 paper towel rolls into thirds.
Step 10

Add a small gift, treat, or seasonal activity suggestion to each holder.
Step 11

Glue holders to foam board in numerical order.
Step 12

Check back each day in December for a new creative surprise!
Step 2

Cover 25 paper towel roll pieces with paint. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 3

Print free coloring page and color with crayons.
Step 4

Cut out date squares and coloring page title.
Step 5

Crease ends of paper towel rolls to create holders.
Step 6

Glue a date square to each holder.
Step 7

Add details to holders with markers and glitter glue.
Step 8

Glue coloring page title to top of foam board.
Step 9

Glue a hook-and-loop fastener piece to each holder.

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

For this DIY craft, we recommend covering surfaces and protecting clothing.
We found using 5/8”W circular hook-and-loop fasteners worked best for this project.
For the gifts, treats, and activities, you can stuff the holders with a Scribble Scrubbie Pet, Crayola Crayons, and so much more. Add a cutout or note for a larger gift or DIY holiday craft idea to make together using craft supplies from prior days and projects.

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Creativity is a life skill that helps children reach their full potential. Our mission is to spark the creative moments children will carry with them for the rest of their lives.

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