Want to add a personal touch to your advent calendar? We have put together a collection of filler ideas that will spark your creativity and make your countdown to Christmas extra special. You have ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As soon as December hits, the official (and long awaited) countdown to Christmas begins. So, make the ...

A homemade Advent calendar is a lovely way to count down to Christmas, and makes an easy DIY Christmas project! Tuck a few of your family's favorite things inside embellished boxes tied up with string ...

An Advent calendar has a way of turning December into pure magic. Each little surprise adds a spark of excitement to even the busiest mornings. For kids, it’s like a daily dose of holiday wonder; for ...

A self-filled Advent calendar is a unique gesture during the holiday season. Photo: Getty Images During Advent, everyone who celebrates Christmas looks forward to a small daily surprise from the ...

Advent calendars are popular among Christian church-goers in the Western world, but the idea dates back to the fourth century. Scholars believe that four-week period beginning on the Sunday closest to ...

Advent calendars have come a long way since the 1800s when German families started marking chalk or paint lines on the floor as Christmas approached. Today, children can count down the days with help ...