Whether you're obsessed with your pet or adding to your fun sock collection, there's an advent calendar out there for you—but they're not always the most personal gifts, unless you make them yourself.

Advent is observed in most Christian denominations as a time of preparation for the celebration of the birth of Christ at Christmas, as well as the return of Jesus at the Second Coming. On the ...

It’s hard to wait for the holidays to arrive — especially when you’re a kid. But Advent calendars can be a fun way to count down as a family, while sprinkling in small bits of whimsy along the way. In ...

Create an advent calendar using affordable Dollar Store mini drawers for a personalized countdown to Christmas.

Deena Shinn is a freelance writer and editor. When she's not writing or wrangling her two feisty daughters, you can find her experimenting with sourdough bread or exploring northern California.