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20 Easy and Fun Kids Thanksgiving Food Crafts

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June 26, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media, Thanksgiving

Hosting a friendsgiving? How about a kids party for Thanksgiving? Enjoy these Thanksgiving party food ideas for kids. Yummy treats that are too adorable cute to eat (but you will!)

20 Kids Thanksgiving Food Crafts
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I love being able to combine the activity of crafts and cooking especially when it comes to kids. This October season, check out these fun Halloween Food Crafts perfect for school activities, spooky parties, or for no reason at all – like an afternoon snack!

20 Kids Thanksgiving Food Crafts

1.Turkey Nutter Butter Cookies by Frugal Coupon Living

2.Pumpkin Bread Rolls with Cinnamon Butter by Handle the Heat

3. Pumpkin Pie Sugar Cookies by Bargain Briana

4. Rice Krispies Turkey Leg Treats by Bitz and Giggles

5. Chocolate Covered Oreo Turkeys by Frugal Coupon Living

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WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.

12+ Easy DIY Halloween Costume Ideas for Everyone

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June 26, 2021 by Frugal Coupon Living Writers Filed Under: Facebook, Halloween, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Seasonal, Social Media

Have you wanted to try and make your Halloween costume or a least part of it? Here some super cute and easy DIY Halloween costume ideas for your family.

12 Easy DIY Halloween Costume Ideas

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Have you started looking for Halloween costumes for your family? Have you ever made your own costumes or are you the buy it at the store kind of costume person? Even if you aren’t the crafty sort of person these easy DIY Halloween Costume ideas are easy enough most people can make them even your kids.

This sweet little rainbow is the perfect paired with your yellow raincoat and red galoshes. Add some cotton batting to an umbrella to make a rain cloud too. You can find directions for this DIY rainbow Halloween costume on Baby Bird’s Farm.

Do you or your kids love cats? This Crazy Cat Lady costume by Crafty Morning couldn’t be easier. Finds some little plush cats and kittens (this set has a lot of cats), add some plastic hair rollers, a robe and you’re set. We love the costume cat eye glasses!

A unicorn costume could be as easy as a headband with a unicorn horn some flowers and unicorn ears. You can make this pretty pink unicorn head band too just follow the directions on Bird’s Party blog.

Are you a Trolls fan? Becoming a troll with colorful troll hair using a little bit of bright colored tulle, a headband and a ribbon to tie it at the top is a simple DIY Halloween Costume idea. Make a troll hair head band. Full directions are here on DIY Inspired.

Are you worried about the weather on Halloween night? This pink jelly fish costume by How Wonderful will keep your little one dry and looking pretty in pink too. This is one costume that you could put together in less than half an hour.

Are you a super hero family? Dress up in red tights or leggings, red shirts and some black boots for an Incredibles family. Costume details at Fresh Mommy blog.

Fun and easy DIY Halloween costume for the office party or for you night out trick or treating with the kids. A Starbucks cup is an another right from your wardrobe costume that will take minutes to make.

Attention to Darling (no longer available) created this pink flamingo Halloween costume out of pink feather boas a little pink sweat suit and a glue gun for a quick last minute DIY Halloween costume that looks like you spent hours on it.

Dress dad up like Grew and all the kids as minions with these simple costumes of yellow tee shirts and overalls. Did you see Some Day I’ll Learn made the goggles out of canning jar lid rings, brilliant!

I scream you scream we all scream for this ice cream cone costume you can throw together in minutes with some craft paper and a white tulle dress. Who knew a Halloween costume could be so cute and so easy! Details on Treasures and Travels blog.

Arrh matey. Be a pirate with clothes right out of your closet. Add a strip of red fabric for your head band and a fishtail braid. Go to Brit + Co for the full tutorial.

Tossed salad anyone? I’m hungry just looking at this green tissue paper salad costume. This super easy DIY Halloween found on Coolest Homemade Costumes (no longer available.)

After seeing the new Wonder Women movie girls everywhere are going to want to dress up like this strong heroine. This version of the Wonder Woman costume by Falfal and the Bee (no longer available) looks more like the dress in the new movie.

Get your little Wild Thing a neutral colored one piece outfit add a fur tail and a felt crown for a story book costume that is also comfy if they fall asleep in it. Get the details on The Night Owl blog.

Find more Halloween Costume Ideas on Frugal Coupon Living

Don’t forget these other Halloween Costume ideas. Have a young one? We love these Halloween Costume Ideas for Baby. I came up with some creative ideas for my son. Pin to Pinterest.

Going in together as a family? Our school does this every year in their annual Halloween Costume Party. Take a look at these 31 Family Halloween Costume Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Headed to a church event like Awana or Sunday school? Save these Family Friendly Halloween Costumes for Church. Pin to Pinterest.

Also save these Kid Friendly Trunk or Treat Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.

Thanksgiving Gift Ideas for Teachers with Printables

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June 25, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Thanksgiving

It’s the season of thanks! Looking for something creative for the educators in your life? We love these creative Thanksgiving gift ideas for teachers along with free printables you can instantly download.

Thanksgiving Gift Ideas for Teachers with Printables

November comes with a to-do lists that stretch for miles and very few school days to accomplish all those tasks. Show your teachers how much you appreciate them this school year with these Thanksgiving Gift Ideas.

How do I thank a teacher for Thanksgiving?

You might ask yourself, but what do you give for Thanksgiving gifts? It doesn’t have to be through much. Although Thanksgiving isn’t a typical gift-giving occasion, you can show your gratitude and appreciation to the teacher by gifting them some of these creative (and frugal) gestures. From pies in a jar, to succulents, and apple cider gift baskets.

One way to go about giving these adorable Thanksgiving gifts is through Thankful Thursdays. Gift something small each Thursday in the month of November. Typically there are three Thursdays (not including Thanksgiving) so this could include three small gifts at $2 – $5 each. It doesn’t add up to rob your wallet.

Seasonal Simple Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas

As a former teacher myself and mother of five, let me help you achieve a simple and easy teacher gift idea with our Teacher Gift Tag Printable Set!

Is it a struggle to find a perfect Teacher Gift Idea? Creating an EASY, LOW-COST, ADORABLE gift for teachers has never been easier!

Take a look at our Teacher Appreciation Gift Tag Set. This set includes 12 digital gift cards. Download, print, and cut. One gift idea for every season. Our Teacher gift tag pritnables provide easy teacher gift ideas. Staying organized during the school year is hard enough!

One Year of Teacher Appreciation Gift Tags

Teacher Gift Ideas for Thanksgiving

Now, enjoy these adorable Thanksgiving Gift Ideas for Teachers.

Thankful for You Gift Tag and Thanksgiving Gift Idea. | Frugal Coupon Living

Gift leftovers or a sweet treat with this Thanksgiving Gobble It Up Gift Tag. | Frugal Coupon Living

M&M Thanksgiving Poem Printable and Mason Jar Gift Tag | Frugal Coupon Living

These mason jar pies are the cutest gift and come with adorable Thanksgiving gift tags. | I Heart Naptime (me too… me too!)

Who doesn’t love a sweet smelling home over the holidays? Your teacher will appreciate this Stovetop Thanksgiving Potpourri this fall.| Thirty Handmade Days

Thankful for the hand that teach me. | Frugal Coupon Living (Seen in our One Year of Teacher Gift Ideas + Printable Gift Tags Set !)

“You are the apple of my pie!” How cute are these Thanksgiving Pie Boxes for a teacher? | Bugaboo City

Make homemade breadcrumbs! Add on this “they broke bread in their homes and ate together with sincere hearts” gift tag. | Nest of Posies and Ella Claire Inspired

Download this free Thanksgiving pillow box and put something sweet inside. | Sarah Hearts

This is a sweet treat, Thanksgiving Fall Cookies in a Mason Jar. | Lil Luna

This is creative and cute plus you could make a big batch and cover all your teachers – Thanksgiving Blessing Mix with printable. | I Heart Naptime

“I am Extra thankful for you!” | Homemade Ginger

We also like this turkey “I am Extra thankful for you!” | See Vanessa Craft

Have fun with these “so thankful for” leaves. They could be cute for the entire class to write something special about their teacher. Place on the classroom door for the teacher to enjoy! | Love the Day

We have our own M&M Christmas Poem, but I love this M&M Thanksgiving poem and gift idea for the fall! | U Create Crafts

Give thanks to your teacher with this printable “Sweeter than Pie” Thanksgiving gift tag. | Polka Dots Please

Don’t forget our Thanks a Latte printable. It can be used year around. | Frugal Coupon Living

We also like this Thanks a Latte gift tag found in fall colors for Dunkin Donuts. | Sweet Metel Moments

These thankful for you EOS lip balm turkies are too cute! | The Idea Room

Hands Down You’re the Best Teacher Around! Pair this thanksgiving gift tag with some fall soap. | Eighteen25

It's the season of thanks! Creative Thanksgiving gift ideas for teachers along with free printables you can instantly download. Enjoy! #FrugalCouponLiving #Thanksgiving #teachergiftideas

If you are gifting something to your teacher outside of school (and you know her/him well), consider this Thanksgiving Wine Tag –there is always something to be thankful for… like wine.” | The Crazy Craft Lady

Happy Fall Ya’ll gift tags. Make with these Thanksgiving cookies. | The Girl Who Ate Everything

Thank you for helping me grow. How sweet is a succulent gift idea? | Hello Island Mama

Nothing bundt thankful for you! | Crazy Little Projects

Add a sweet little caramel apple cider recipe to a Thanksgiving gift basket. | Thirty Handmade Days

Looking for teacher gift ideas, year around? Enjoy these Punny Teacher Gifts with Pun-Tastic Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

Looking for more printables this fall? Enjoy these Free Printables for Thanksgiving. Pin to Pinterest.

Hosting a celebration? Take a look at these Party and Hostess Tips and Ideas for the Holidays. Pin to Pinterest.

Jesus Birthday Cakes for Christmas

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June 22, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

The Christmas Tradition of Jesus Birthday Cakes. Learn about the meaning of Christmas and the symbolism found in these inspiring nativity cakes including reasons for colors and shapes.

Jesus Birthday Cakes for Christmas

Christmas has become lost in the commercialization of the season. My family and I have worked hard to return to the reason we celebrate Christmas. The coming of Christ. One way we have done that is through a Birthday cake for Jesus.

“For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace.” Isaiah 9:6

Christmas Traditions

We began the Jesus Birthday Cake Christmas Tradition in 2012 when my girls were 3 and 4 years old. There wasn’t much on Pinterest, it was pre the dawn of Kid’s Baking Championship, and we baking that cake like a box cake mix champ. In sweet fashion, though, my girls wanted the picture shared with the world of social media. I took their photo and my daughter asked… “Mom, are you sending that picture to baby Jesus?” Yes, sweet girl. I am. Consider that cake seen and loved!

If you are in the early age of beginning Christmas traditions, cross cookies for Santa off your list and make a Birthday cake for Jesus. You could even leave a piece for Santa on Christmas Eve. It’s an excellent way to focus on the reason for the season and bring it all back home to why we celebrate Christmas.

Symbolism in Jesus Birthday Cakes

While all of these cakes might just look like another Christmas cake or nativity scene, many offer symbolism in the colors and shapes. Take a look at these cake characteristics that tell the story of Christ.

Jesus Birthday Cake Colors and Shapes

Chocolate Layer – The darkness represents all people have sinned.

Red Layer – The red color reminds us that the blood of Jesus was shed for the forgiveness of our sins.

Green Layer – When we accept Jesus, we have new life in Jesus and begin to grow.

Round Cake Shape – Jesus came to the world. The cake shape is round, a circle that is never ending. Just like God’s love.

White Frosting – Righteousness and purity of Jesus covers all our sins. Our sin is covered over by the Jesus who died for our sins. Our sin is washed white as snow.

Red Heart – Christians are Jesus’ messengers and witnesses. Christ first loved us so we are called to follow His example and love others.

Gold Star – The star of Bethlehem that pointed the wise men the way to Jesus. Wise men still follow him today.

Candles – Jesus is the light of the world. Let our light shine before men, that they may see our good works, and glorify our Father in heaven.

Jesus Birthday Cake Bible Verses

Consider sharing the message and gospel of Christ when sharing about the symbolization of your Jesus Birthday Cake.

Round Cake Shape – Share John 3:16

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Chocolate Layer – Share Romans 3:23

For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.

Red Layer – Share Romans 5:8

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

White Frosting – Share Romans 6:23

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Gold Star – Share Luke 2:10

But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.”

Candles – Share Matthew 5:16

In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

Green Layer – Share John 15:5 or Peter 3:18

I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.

But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.

Close your Jesus Birthday Cake Bible Verses by lighting your candles and singing Happy Birthday to Jesus.

Jesus Birthday Cakes without Fondant

Let’s be serious. Fondant is for experts. Many of these Jesus Birthday Cakes can be made with a box mix cake. You’re welcome!

So if you want all things focus on the season (year-round), you have to visit my friend Julie at The Happy Home Fairy. She really brings the meaning to every day events with her focus on Jesus in our life. Do you have a Fisher Price Manger? Use your Jesus to create a birthday cake where he is front and center! | Happy Home Fairy

This Birthday Cake for Jesus is not only yummy, the layers share the Gospel! | Katrina’s Kitchen

One of my favorite Jesus Birthday Cakes aren’t a cake, it’s cupcakes – but so incredibly cute and easy! | Source

Use Graham Crackers to make a manger for Jesus. A pipe cleaner forms the stars. | Source

Julie did a cool thing with her birthday cake for Jesus. Symbolism in the layers but also paper stars on wooden skewers. | Happy Home Fairy

Create a nighttime sky and manger scene for your baby Jesus. | Source

This Nativity Cake uses a printable template to trace a nativity scene with chocolate. | Joy Food Sunshine

Happy Birthday Jesus! This Jesus Birthday Cake is fun! See how to make this cake design using a template on Frugal Coupon Living. | Source

Perhaps add a Christmas Tree to your birthday cake. | Cindy Bultema

What may look like an ordinary Christmas cake actually has symbolism in the birth of Christ. | A Briutiful Life

A simple star reminds us to follow Jesus. | Fried Dandelions

Involve the kids in the cake creation. Let them have at it when it comes to decorating their Jesus Cake. | Jeanne Winters

This easy Jesus Birthday Cake is made out of Rice Krispies shaped into individual stars and turned into a Christmas tree – talk about talent! | Christine’s Taste of Heaven

Happy Birthday Manger with Lambs. | Source

Jesus Birthday Cakes with Fondant

Hey cake expert! You made your way toward the bottom of the page. Get inspired by these Jesus Birthday Cakes for Christmas with Fondant. Have at it! (I will be above.)

How amazing is the Fondant work in this Nativity Scene Cake. | The Cupcake Gallery

Gather the holy family in this Fondant Nativity Scene cake. | Source

Gingerbread cake with Fondant Jesus Birthday Cake. | Without Adornment

These Swaddled Jesus Cupcakes are precious. | The Cake Addict

Oh Little Town of Bethlehem…. Jesus Cake Idea. | Source

Fondant and Jesus on the hay in these Birthday Cupcakes. | Source

Savior cupcakes with Fondant. | The Cupcake Gallery

… and for the cake expert that made it this far… Get inspired by this multi tear Fondant Birthday Cake for Jesus. | Imaginative Icing

It’s important for the reason of the season to not be forgotten and commercialized. With or without an Elf on the Shelf, have a daily Advent calendar. You child will understand the Story of Christmas and the birth of Christ with these Easy to Read Advent Calendar Bible Verses for Kids.

Speaking of traditions, save these 25 Christmas Traditions you should start now! Pin to Pinterest.

Also check out our Cookie Exchange Ideas or Cookies for Santa! Pin to Pinterest.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Isaiah 9:6 Printable

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June 22, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media, The Elf on the Shelf Ideas

To share the real reason for the season, download this free Isaiah 9:6 Printable “For unto us a child is born…” Christian Elf on the Shelf Ideas and Christian Elf on the Shelf Alternatives. Are you following all of Frugal Coupon Living’s Elf on the Shelf Ideas? See well over 100s of creative, funny, and original ideas for your Elf!

Elf on the Shelf Ideas | Isaiah 9:6 Printable

We are back, so is the Elf! If you have been with us a long time, you know we have brought you a new Elf on the Shelf Ideas EVERY DAY (in November and December) for the past four years

Isaiah 9:6 Printable

To share the real reason for the season, download this free Isaiah 9:6 Printable “…For unto us a child is born…” Have elf holding baby Jesus or praying. You can also place him inside your manger.

Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

Supplies Needed:

Elf on the Shelf or Elf on the Shelf Boy Girl Set
Manger (optional)
Isaiah 9:6 Printable (see below)

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Elf on the Shelf Printables

It’s important for the reason of the season to not be forgotten and commercialized. If you start Elf on the Shelf young, make sure your child knows the Story of Christmas and the birth of Christ with these Easy to Read Advent Calendar Bible Verses for Kids.

No matter your Elf the Shelf ideas and shenanigans, each day, have your Elf doll bring one bible verse. Included in this set are 24 Advent Calendar Bible Verse to use with or without an Elf on the Shelf North Pole visitor.

Daily Elf Advent Calendar Activities for Families

Christian Elf on the Shelf Ideas

Your Elf can remind the kids the reason for the season – Jesus. Take a look at these Christian Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

Elf on the Shelf Cradles Jesus from Frugal Coupon Living

Wise Men Still Follow Him Elf (Source Unknown)

Elf delivers birthday cupcake to Jesus in a Manger (Source Unknown)

Elf Reads the Bible (Source Unknown)

Jesus Came First Printable from I Think We Could Be Friends

Elf Praying (Source Unknown)

Jesus Birthday Cake from Mr Jingles Adventures

Also consider having Elf writing bible verses around the house, have fun with an Elf on the Shelf Advent calendar or Elf on the Shelf Countdown to Christmas Advent Game, make your own Homemade Advent Calendar or make Birthday Cake for Jesus with Elf!

A reader shared this adorable Elf on the Shelf Ideas on our Elf on the Shelf Ideas Facebook Page.

Christian Elf on the Shelf Alternatives

If Elf on the Shelf isn’t your thing, first we say – “why not!?!” Ha, ha. Really no judgment. We have some Christian Elf on the Shelf Alternatives for your holiday season.

The most popular is the Shepherd On the Search Advent Activity Set from DaySpring.

Embark on a family journey and find Christ in Christmas! During the Advent season, begin reading the story of your shepherd’s timeless journey in a beautifully illustrated interactive children’s book, and let the fun begin every day as you hide your shepherd and your children find him in a new place along the search

Also take a look at The Little Christmas Angel by Peggy Barons.

This boxed gift set contains one hardcover color illustrated children’s book, with beautifully designed Christmas Angel doll. The story begins in ancient Bethlehem, but quickly moves into modern times taking the reader on a lively journey with a little angel, right into their own home.

Similar to an advent calendar and a blend of Elf on the Shelf, the Christmas Star From Afar has a hidden star to create a fun and challenging hide-and-seek Christmas game for kids of all ages.

This Gift Set includes soft cover book and 15 piece wooden nativity set additional items – The Star From Afar Stable Animals and Scripture Cards! To play, Set up your nativity. Hide the Star every night. Once your children find the Star move all Three Wise Men to its location.

Also take a look at The Shepherd’s Treasure Book. An advent calendar that eventually brings the gift of Jesus.

The Shepherd’s Treasure is a faith based countdown to Christmas. During the month of December, children follow their Shepherd on a fun, interactive treasure hunt to find the true meaning of Christmas. On Christmas morning, they find their Shepherd kneeling before the greatest treasure of all time: JESUS!

Where to Print Elf Printables

I like to order my prints at Staples. It saves on ink and is only a few short miles from my home. I pick-up at the store, but of course you can upload them online and then have them shipped to your home.

To Order Your Printables at Staples for Under $1*:

Download and save your image from this post. (Please note these images are for personal use only and cannot be sold or used for commercial use.)
Sign in or create a Staples account on their print service page.
Return to Staples print service page.
Go to Start Project.
Go to Documents Printing.
Select the Buy Now Button under color.
On the left column, select your file.
Select upload.
Select done.
Give your job a name.
Make sure your project is single sided. The orientation should be portrait.
I changed my media to 8.5×10 and the media to 67 lb coverstock (I prefer a cardstock feel over printer paper feel.)
Select add to cart.
Proceed to checkout. My total was $0.17 for one print. You can choose to ship to your home or to pick up at your local store. Pay online and show your invoice when you pick up (I just show the order number on my phone at pick-up.) The order invoice will arrive in your email inbox.
Enjoy!

*Note: these Staples print service steps were added in Fall 2018. The directions may change as the website changes. They should give you a general outline of how to upload and order a print on Staples.com.

Pin Pin Pin, because you will want to stay up to date on these ideas each Christmas season. We have many more ideas to come, see our previous Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Here we have a lot of FREE PRINTALBES! That is our goal, to make Elf easy for you! Be sure to also follow the Elf on the Shelf Pinterest Board for fun ideas from other bloggers too.

Visit these Jesus Birthday Cake Ideas. Find out what the different colors of the cake symbolize! Pin to Pinterest.

Don’t forget all of our daily Elf on the Shelf Ideas. Pin to Pinterest on your Christmas and Elf Boards.

We love printables – especially free ones! Be sure to save these Free Elf on the Shelf Printables. Pin to Pinterest your Elf on the Shelf and Christmas Pinterest Boards.

Online you can find ENDLESS Elf on the Shelf Accessories, Books, Games and Toys. We love some of the creativity coming from Etsy too! Be sure to Follow Frugal Coupon Living on Pinterest where there are many Pinterest Elf on the Shelf Ideas.

25 Homemade Advent Calendars

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June 22, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

25 Homemade Advent Calendars

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So Elf on the Shelf in our home has become exposed. It was a Christmas tradition when the kids were younger and I am sorta grateful for the truth of Santa (and Elf) being revealed. This Christmas I am choosing to continue focusing on the real meaning, the birth of Christ, and now including an Advent Calendar in our home for tradition. I love these Advent Calendar ideas. Some have little treats, other include having 25 days of random acts of kindness while others include a bucket list of ideas for your December and Christmas Season. Whatever your home tastes and desires, these Homemade Advent Calendars offer some great traditions and ideas.

See our Non-Candy Advent Calendar Filler Ideas. Also enjoy these printable Advent Calendar Bible Verses. This includes 24 easy to read Bible verses for kids that tell the story of Christmas. By Christmas, your child will understand the birth of Jesus. Use with or without an Elf on the Shelf Doll. Pair with your Family Advent Calendar.

DIY Advent Calendars

Twenty Five Random Acts of Kindness | Between You and Me Blog

Evergreen Wreath Advent Calendar | LapinBlu

Advent Calendar with FREE Printable Stickers | Frugal Coupon Living

Free Printable Advent Calendar Boxes | You Are My Fave

Vintage Ladder and Tin Pails Advent Calendar | Desire Empire

Pottery Barn Knock Off Advent Calendar | Thrifty Decor Chick

Modern Ikea Advent Calendar | We Are Scout

Brown Paper Bag Advent Calendar | Most Lovely Things

Mitten Advent Calendar Garland | My House of Giggles

25 Days of Surprises Advent Calendar | You Are My Fave

Christmas Present Advent Calendar | Creation Corner

Toilet Paper Rolls Advent Calendar | Mamas Kram

Christmas Advent Calendar Street | Mr. Printables

Treat Bags Advent Calendar | Fox & Star

Candy Advent Wreath | Oh Happy Day

Muffin Pan Advent Calendar | Parents

Envelope Advent Calendar | A Few Things from My Life

Mini Tree Advent Calendar | Oh Happy Day

Advent Calendar Jar with Match Boxes | Just a Girl Blog

DIY LEGO Advent Calendar | Frugal Fun 4 Boys

Advent Calendar Toilet Paper Tube Garland | Maya Made

Doily Boxes Advent Calendar | La Maison de Lou Lou

Homemade Advent Calendar Printable Tags | Simple As That

Tree Twig Advent Calendar with Homemade Birds | We Are Scout

Santa Beard Advent Calendar | La Casa Dealla Maestra Valentina

Pottery Barn Tack Board Knock Off Advent Calendar | Make and Do Crew

We love our Advent Calendar with FREE Printable Stickers. Pin to Pinterest.

See our Non-Candy Advent Calendar Filler Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at our 31 DIY Christmas Gift Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Take a look at these 20 Christmas Hacks and Tips – Pin to Pinterest.

Advent Calendar Fillers for Kids

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June 22, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

The family Christmas tradition of Advent, often begins on December 1. These Advent Calendar Fillers for Kids will fill your home with the magical delight of the holiday season as they prepare for the coming of Christ and Christmas.

Advent Calendar Fillers for Kids

An Advent Calendar was something that came late to us in Christmas Traditions. It was something I did growing up by lighting a Christmas candle and because I was unaware of other types of calendars, it wasn’t a tradition we formed in our own home until my girls adopted it on their own.

What is Advent?

Advent means the arrival of a notable person, thing, or event. For Christmas, the season of Advent is the time of four Sundays and weeks before Christmas. In Latin, Advent means coming. For Christmas, this is the coming of Christ or the birth of Jesus. Christians use this season of Advent to prepare and remember the real meaning of Christmas. The birth of Christ.

What is an Advent Calendar?

An Advent Calendar is a popular Christmas Tradition for Families. Typically beginning on December 1st, an Advent calendar is a 24-day calendar used to count the days of Advent in anticipation of Christmas. The start date of a religious Advent calendar can vary year to year based on the church, but in every day American tradition, the calendar begins on the first day of December.

On each additional day of advent, a box (envelope, bag, present) is opened. There is only one opening a day. The point of the calendar is not to countdown, but rather to count up towards the days before Christmas. The internet is big on the debate of, do you start with the first number (one) or with the highest number on the calendar. While the entire Advent community is torn, as a family we have started with day one. Think about it like this: if you were using candles for your advent calendar, you’d want to end up with 24 lit candles, not one candle lit.

Homemade Advent Calendar DIY

More and more the tradition of Advent Calendars are beginning to stick. While it used to be hard to find an advent calendar, they can commonly be found online (like Amazon) or in stores like Kohl’s and Target. We prefer turning this into a Christmas craft with a Homemade Advent Calendar. Take a look at he 25+ ideas we have gathered for your own Homemade Advent Calendar.

Advent Calendar for Adults

While there are plenty of fun advent calendar for adults, we primarily will focus on advent calendars for kids. That being said, we wanted to give our bigger a few ideas to keep your creative juices flowing and unique gift ideas filled. One advent calendar idea for her is always from my favorite beauty store, the Sephora Collection Advent Calendar. We think this one is always a winner. Another advent calendar idea for him is is the Advent Calendar of Beer (fill the box how you want – I bet you can share with him too!)

See our full list of Advent Calendar Ideas for Adults

What do you put inside advent calendars?

Now to the purpose of our post. What do you put inside advent calendars? Consider these fun Advent Calendar Fillers for Kids. Get creative with candy to chocolate, small toys, Christmas books and more!

It’s important to also teacher the message of Christ and the story of Christmas. Make sure to include these easy-to-read Advent Calendar Bible Verses for Kids. You can pair with or without an Elf on the Shelf to bring daily Bible verses. After 24 days, your child’ will know the story of the birth of Jesus.

Non-Candy Advent Calendar Fillers for Kids

From ice skating, to decorating the tree, drinking hot cocoa and more, these Advent Calendar Fillers Vouchers will excite your kids all season.| Florence and Grace Co

Who doesn’t love a classic LEGO friend? Advent Calendar Fillers LEGO Characters are loved by so many! | Pretty Little Party Shop Buy Yours Here

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M&M Christmas Poem

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June 16, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Facebook, Frugal Living, Holiday, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Recipe, Seasonal, Social Media

This low-cost Christmas gift is not only budget friendly but rather cute. Gather red and green Christmas M&Ms and put them in a mason jar. Complete the holiday gift with the Christmas M&M poem gift tag. It makes an excellent Christmas gift idea for teachers, neighbors, friends, coaches and more.

M&M Christmas Poem and Printable Gift Tag

These festive M&M Christmas Gifts and Poem are so easy to make and have on hand throughout the holidays! Fill a mason jar with M&M’s, print and cut out the poem and tie it on with a ribbon! Make several for teachers, coworkers and hostess gifts. It couldn’t be simpler to give something sweet with the meaning of Christmas. Merry Christmas!

Supplies:

1 large package of M&Ms (we used red and green)
1 Mason Jar
Ribbon as needed
Printable M&M Poem for Christmas

Directions:

Pour M&Ms into a Mason Jar.
Close the Jar.
Print out your printable M&M Poem.
Cut out individual tags.
Punch a hole in the corner.
Tie the poem to the mason jar with ribbon.

M&M Christmas Poem for Jar

E is for the East where the star shown bright.

M is for the Manger where the baby Jesus slept at night.

3 is for the Wise Men bearing gifts, with which they came.

W is for the Worship, Hallelujah, praise His name!

Printable Christmas M&M Poem Printable

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