Advent & Holiday Countdown Calendars

by Shannon on November 18th, 2011 | 5 Comments » | In Shopping

Have you seen the Nordstrom sign making the rounds on Facebook? No. Here it is…

I want to say that I agree whole-heartedly with Nordstrom.

You know it’s coming…

HOWEVER, there are some holiday items that must be considered and purchased soon, including holiday countdown calendars. Looking for one for your family this season? Whether you are seeking an Advent, Hanukkah or holiday countdown calendar, there are lots to choose from that are available in fun, beautiful, artsy and crafty versions. Shop now to get some of these calendars by December 1.

Hats & Mittens Advent Calendar

Available at Garnethill.com for $98.00 plus free shipping through December 6, I love the idea of making this advent calendar the garland for my tree.

LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar (7958)

Perfect for young and not-so-young fans alike, this Star Wars advent calendar is available at Target.com and Amazon for $39.99.

3-D Pop Up

My kids would adore this manger calendar with 3-D pop-ups, available at Barnesandnoble.com for $14.39.

Chocolate Advent Calendar

For those who like to do good with everything they purchase, how about the Divine Milk Chocolate advent calendar made from Fair Trade Certified chocolate? Available at Serrv.com for $5.99.

Online Advent Calendar

For the tech-savvy child, consider an online calendar like this one available at Boowa & Kwala.

Hanukkah Countdown Calendar

This felt Hanukkah calendar features bright colors, embroidery and a candle for each night of festival. Available at Landofnod.com for $49.00 with free shipping.

Funky Advent Calendar

My personal favorite…a kitschy advent calendar made from recycled license plates. Available on Etsy.com for $129.00.

Or, how about this brilliant idea from The New Home Ec? Simply use leftover wrapping paper to wrap 12 holiday books you already own. Then countdown the last 12 days of Christmas (or the 8 days of Hannukah) by unwrapping a new story for bedtime. Children can see how many days until Christmas by counting the books remaining.

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Shannon
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A former higher education administrator and teacher, Shannon is a stay- at-home mom to a two-year-old boy and four-year-old girl. She is currently recovering from a year of "single parenthood" while her husband, an active-duty Air Force member, was deployed to the Middle East. She is a lover of food and all things crafty. During the last season of The Oprah Show, Ms. Winfrey selected her as a Martha Stewart "ultimate fan" and flew her to Chicago for the taping of Ms. Stewart's final appearance on the program.

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Comments (5)

  1. Nancy

    November 18, 2011

    These are wonderful calendars! We’ve always collected the Playmobil calendars. Love the mittens! Might need to go find that one…

  2. Heather - Chickabug

    November 18, 2011

    I absolutely LOVE the hats and mittens calendar!

  3. Some Lucky Dog

    November 18, 2011

    Hurray for Nordstroms! I wish this was more widespread. When I was a kid (a looong time ago) stores decorated for Thanksgiving and we didn’t see Christmas until after that. I loved that and miss it!

    I really like the Hats & Mittens advent calendar, cute idea!

  4. Joyce Mlinek

    November 18, 2011

    My daughter has been looking for some ideas for the kids to countdown for Christmas. I like your advent calendars especially the Nativity one.

  5. Debbie P

    November 19, 2011

    I think it’s great that Nordstrom is doing that.

    My hubby would like that Star Wars advent calender. :)

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