Holiday Timer: Days Until Christmas!
Get ready to count down the days until Christmas with a DIY Christmas countdown board made from basic craft supplies. This project is perfect for families and children, allowing them to get creative and involved in the holiday preparations. Here's how to make your own Christmas countdown board:
Gather Your Supplies
To start, gather the following materials:
- A large frame (with glass or transparent acrylic)
- Cardstock or decorative paper for the background
- Number stickers, stamps, or hand-drawn numbers (1 to 25)
- Mini clothespins, washi tape, or small hooks
- Small tags, envelopes, or ornaments to mark each day
- Markers or dry-erase pens (optional)
- Additional embellishments like ribbons, stickers, or holiday die cuts
Prepare the Background
Cut a piece of cardstock or pretty patterned paper to fit the frame. Arrange the numbers (1 to 25) on the background in a grid or creative arrangement representing the days up to Christmas.
Attach Countdown Markers
Use mini envelopes, tags, or small gift bags numbered 1 to 25 that can hold tiny notes, treats, or activities. Attach these to the background with clothespins or glue dots in front of the corresponding number. Alternatively, for a reusable countdown, you can write the numbers on the glass with a dry-erase marker and erase each day.
Assembly
Place the decorated background inside the frame, secure it, and if using tags or envelopes, hang or fix them onto the glass or background. If using dry-erase marker numbers, simply start counting down by erasing or marking off each day.
Decoration
Embellish the frame edges with festive ribbons, glitter, stickers, or holiday embellishments so it looks festive and fits your holiday décor.
This project is flexible and customizable depending on the supplies you have. For example, crafters have used frames combined with paper pads and die cuts for creative Christmas countdowns.
For a budget-friendly version, consider using a Dollar Tree pizza pan as the base to create a circular countdown chart, attaching numbers and moving a marker each day.
This charming, interactive Christmas countdown display is suitable for your home decor or gifting. If you're looking for video examples or specific craft product ideas, many TikTok creators share their techniques using paper crafts and frames, making countdowns engaging for kids and adults alike.
Happy crafting, and enjoy your countdown to Christmas!
This project transforms your basic home-and-garden essentials, such as a large frame and decorative paper, into a beautiful lifestyle accessory with a creative DIY Christmas countdown board. After completing the countdown board, you can enhance the look of your home-and-garden during the holiday season by decorating it with festive ribbons, stickers, or holiday die cuts.
