Foam Board (optional)
Clothespins
Markers
Glitter Glue (optional)
Small, Lightweight Surprises Such as Candy, Small Toys, Ornaments, etc.
Tissue Paper
Cardboard Tissue Paper Rolls
Twine
Easy Step-by-Step Directions:
Decorate your clothespins — we used glitter glue. You can use whatever matches your theme, or leave them plain if you prefer!
Glue the clothespins to the foam board. Write the calendar dates above each clothespin.
Wrap small surprises in tissue paper. We created little containers by cutting toilet tissue rolls in half then stuffing them with small toys, “coupons” for fun activities, and small wrapped candies. To finish them off, we twisted tissue paper around them to look like candy rolls.
Hang up the calendar and hang the prizes from the clothespins.
Enjoy your countdown to the big day!
Fun Tip: This doesn’t have to be just for Christmas... use your Countdown Calendar to help celebrate birthdays, recitals, or any big event!
