If you've got a Lego fan in your house, make their Christmas countdown extra special with a creative Lego advent calendar. Given that advent calendars used to be simple creations which tended to depict a Nativity scene and would simply have further images behind each door, they’ve now grown into a whole different beast. Chocolate advent calendars have become the norm, while there are also a number of other types now available including food and drink-filled calendars. For beer heads out there, there’s only one option that springs to mind. Beer advent calendars give you the chance to try a huge array of different cans and bottles throughout the month. They may be rather bulky due to the nature of what’s inside, but they’re also the perfect way to discover a new favourite brew in time for Christmas day. Need some naughty Elf on the Shelf ideas? We've got you covered, and not in honey like some naughty elves might do... With 25 different beers, there's no way you won't be feeling the Christmas spirit for the duration of December.

If you're looking for creative Christmas activities to do with older children, this craft advent calendar contains kits to make a DIY Christmas decoration every day on the run-up to Christmas. The included instruction booklet will give you step-by-step guides for each craft. So, how about making your own bespoke advent calendar that you can fill with a selection of your own special treats, tailor made for your family or your pets, which you can bring out year after year? It's a more sustainable option and it makes the season a little more cost-effective. Plus, it can be a great project to enjoy with the kids. SPOILER ALERT:I f you're a bit of a humbug and can't wait for the surprise, here's everything you can expect in our calendar:For stationery fans looking for something extra special, this calendar includes a host of goodies from Japanese stationery brands. What:If you're fussy when it comes to your drink and you don't want somebody else choosing the contents of your beer advent calendar, something like this will be perfect. Wooden, handmade, and with space for 24 beers, simply fill with a selection of your favourite brews this Christmas. Being made of wood, it's reusable too, and the crate doesn't come with dividers so you can include a range of bottle or can sizes. You have 24 days of mystery to discover; you'll be greeted with one of 14 330ml glass bottles ranging from Toast Craft Lagers to Twisted Golden Ales.

It currently holds a perfect 5-star rating with a reviewer whose husband is a 'bit of a beer connoisseur' and 'loving it', so if you're giving it as a gift, it sounds like you're pretty safe with this choice. Containing 24 individually boxed felt kits, each one contains the supplies to sew a cute handmade Christmas decoration for your tree. The designs are a mix of Christmas themes alongside cute and kitsch designs including food and drinks and animals. It's not crafty as such, with pretty mainstream favourites like Coors, Corona, and Cobra, but it's a great way to share a budget-friendly, festive beer with mates this year.

The countdown to Christmas is so much fun when you have an advent calendar to look forward to opening each morning, but they’ve come along way from only containing chocolate. Stationery advent calendars have joined the ranks with other sought-after themes that include craft advent calendars and, of course, beauty advent calendars full of pampering goodies. These small hessian drawstring bags are perfect for small gifts, and you could easily embroider or use a fabric marker/paint to add numbers onto them. There are also plenty of numbered bags available to buy, but these ones with striking metallic numbers are our favourite. This calendar was part-inspired by an old-fashioned borrowing system used at my primary school library," writes blogger Kristine. She also combined her love of typography and wall charts to complete the craft.

P.S. If you love the idea of an advent train but don’t feel up to getting crafty, you could always buy this reusable wooden advent calendar train - Choo choo! This weekend craft 24 mini birch plywood trees that can be used to form an advent calendar forest to decorate your home this holiday season. Raise your glass or bottle with 24 craft beers, an absolute brew lover's dream, and partake in 24 different beers, from IPAs and Stout to Pilsner and Largers. The brand is known for its exciting flavour combos (marshmallow and chocolate stout layer cake beer, anyone?) and its commitment to sustainability. For instance, you might want to go for a household name like BrewDog, whose annual calendar always goes down a treat with beer fans.Additionally, if the products are consumed we do reserve the right to charge for the incorrect products.

For those who love many crafts, this craft advent calendar includes tools and accessories that will be great for knitting, crochet and sewing. Price:We have included calendars to suit all budgets. It's worth noting though that, craft advents can cost more than your average advent calendar. For those who love a calligraphy pen, this calendar of special inks is a dream come true when it comes to writing out those Christmas cards or filling in their bullet journal for 2024. Instead of the typical advent calendar countdown the days until Christmas by making huge, numbered ornaments that say how many days there are until Christmas with this original DIY idea. Is just isn't Christmas without at least one Mason jar craft, is it? And this one even helps the kiddos count down to Christmas with sweet treats inside inside the jars.Variety:Crafting includes many different forms and techniques, from cross stitch to Hama beads. We have included something for everyone. It contains twenty-four pots of Play-Doh so you get a new colour each day, as well as some fun tools. There’s also surprise creation cards, with suggestions for creative ways to use the Play Doh and tools. Part advent calendar, part stitch-along, this Christmas cross stitch calendar is designed to run between 1st and 12th December, during which time you'll create a beautiful festive cross stitch. Get ready for a surprise mix of a selection of 440ml and 330ml cans; swing open the door in the morning and leave it to chill, ready for you to come home to enjoy that Christmas cheer. Looking for a truly unique advent calendar? You can't go far wrong with the Diamine Ink-vent calendar available from Cult Pens.