Calling All Crafters: You Need This Embroidery Advent Calendar
Calling All Crafters: You Need This Embroidery Advent Calendar
Let's be honest: half the fun of Christmas is the anticipation leading up to the big day, right? From all the festivities to watching the presents pile up to non-guiltily overindulging in all the holiday sweets, it's hard to beat the fun of those first 24 days of December. And absolutely nothing captures the magic of the Christmas Day anticipation like an advent calendar. While you might still think that advent calendars are just for kiddos getting a piece of chocolate every day, you couldn't be further from the truth. There are tons of adult advent calendars, pet advent calendars, and calendars the whole family can take part in!
We scoured the market (because, trust us, there are TONS of advent calendars out there) and narrowed down all the options to these 33 that we think are the best of the best. We've included calendars for everyone in the fam, from tea and wine advent calendars for the adults, Lego and Harry Potter advent calendars for the kids, to all the treats and toys for the pets. Looking for something more specific? Check out all of our advent calendar guides below!
1) Cheers Around the World Wine Advent Calendar
wsjwine.com
$149.99
If you're looking for a wine advent calendar (and, let's be honest, who isn't nowadays), this one definitely gives you the most bang for your buck. With 23 quarter bottles of wine of all varieties from all over the world and one half bottle of Prosecco (for Christmas Eve, of course), this calendar is great for any and ever wine lover. This calendar in an English townhome style box is also adorable and delicious.
2) Hansel Village Advent Calendar
Anthropologie
anthropologie.com
$78.00
Our obsession with this gorgeous wooden advent calendar will never end. Fill each door with chocolate, a toy, a sweet holiday message, or whatever you choose. Battery-operated the village houses light up and play "Deck the Halls." #swoon
3) Godiva Chocolatier Holiday 2022 Advent Calendar
Godiva Chocolatier
amazon.com
$29.94
No one can resist the classic chocolate advent calendar. This version includes a mix of dark and milk chocolate along with truffles and cherry cordials. If you prefer just milk chocolate, we love this advent calendar from Lindt.
4) LED Lit Advent Calendar
potterybarn.com
$129.00
Talk about an heirloom piece. We could see families pulling this beautiful sleigh advent calendar out to use for decades ahead.
5) Wishing You Advent Calendar
SEPHORA COLLECTION
sephora.com
$45.00
There are few things as exciting for beauty fanatics than getting a sample of a new product, which is why they'll adore this advent calendar. It contains a bevy of goodies, from lip gloss to face masks to nail polish to eye shadow and so much more. This edition only contains Sephora-brand products, but they sell another calendar that includes best sellers from the store.
6) Harry Potter Advent Calendar
williams-sonoma.com
$0.99
Surprise your favorite witch or wizard with this Harry Potter-themed countdown. It includes favorite candies like lemon sherbets, gummy frogs, Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans, and more.
7) Disney's Countdown to Christmas: A story a day
Disney Press
amazon.com
$8.04
Reading to the little ones has never been easier than it is with this advent calendar. Every day you can read a different two-page story following your child's favorite Disney characters. Not a Disney fan? Here are a few other storybook calendars we love:
8) Light Up Glitter Houses Advent Calendar
Pottery Barn
potterybarn.com
$129.00
All that glitters is perfect for Christmas. This village-themed advent calendar appears to be snow-laden on a picturesque mountain. It doesn't get more Christmasy than that!
9) Stitch a Day Advent Embroidery Calendar
uncommongoods.com
$45.00
The perfect project for the novice embroiderer or a fun little daily wind-down for the pro, this embroidery advent calendar incorporates 12 stitches to craft this sweet house that will become a decoration for years to come.
10) Fidget Toy Advent Calendar
Lalucilever
amazon.com
$12.99
Most parents of littles know just how fidgety those little fingers can be. They'll never get bored with this advent calendar that contains 25 different fidget toys to keep them occupied during all your holiday festivities.
11) Williams Sonoma Peppermint Bark Advent Calendar
Williams Sonoma
williams-sonoma.com
$19.99
Anyone who's tried Williams Sonoma's classic Peppermint Bark knows there's no comparison out there. It's become a holiday staple in many households, so there's no better way to celebrate than with a little bit of mint and chocolatey goodness every day.
12) Christmas in the Country Advent Calendar
New
potterybarn.com
$99.00
This advent calendar doubles as a piece of art that can sit on your mantel. Fill it with any goodies you'd like and bring it out year after year.
13) DreamBone Holiday Advent Calendar
DreamBone
Amazon
$14.56
Has your pup been an especially good boy or girl this year? Of course they have! Which is why they deserve their very own advent calendar filled with bones of all shapes. Worry not, though, pet parents: these bones are all rawhide free.
14) Bonne et Filou Dog Advent Calendar 2022
Bonne et Filou
amazon.com
$69.99
Want to splurge a little on your fur baby? Or course you do! This Treat Fido to a life as the barkgeoisie with this French advent calendar that has handmade macaroons, truffles, and bone treats.
15) Dolly Parton Advent Calendar
williams-sonoma.com
$39.95
Now you know we just had to include this Dolly Parton advent calendar, didn't you? Filled with some of the star's favorite holiday treat like red poles, mini butterflies, and champagne bubbles, it's the key aspect to a Holly Dolly Christmas.
16) Pukka Tea Advent Calendar 2022
Pukka
amazon.com
$19.99
If sipping a cuppa of tea is your ideal way to start or end the day, then get this advent calendar to make your holiday season even that much more special. With 24 sachets including both Puka blends like Relax and Cleanse as well as more traditional teas like English breakfast and three chamomile, this is a calendar any tea lover will enjoy.
17) Funko Pop! Disney: Advent Calendar
Funko
amazon.com
$36.00
The Office Funko calendar was a big hit with one Country Living editor's family last year. This year, we'll be going for the new Disney edition. Or Star Wars. Or Marvel. Or maybe Harry Potter... Each one comes with 24 collectible mini Funko figurines.
18) Bean Box Twelve Mornings of Coffee
Bean Box
$64.00
Or does your loved one prefer to get their caffeine fix from a cup of joe? Bean Box's advent calendar contains individual bags for the 12 days leading up to Christmas that include favorite flavors of the season, like cranberry and roasted chestnut.
19) Holiday Sampler Advent Calendar
coppercowcoffee.com
$69.00
Or, if you prefer your coffee with an extra shot of creamer, then you'll love this advent calendar that contains a curated selection of both flavored coffees and creamers for the 12 days leading up to Christmas.
20) Friends 24 Beauty Days Advent Calendar
Paladone
amazon.com
$49.99
Treat your Friends fanatic to some well-deserved holiday relaxation with this advent calendar that includes plenty of self-care essentials, like bath bombs, shower steamers, and lip balms.
21) 24 Days of Baking Cookies
Williams Sonoma
williams-sonoma.com
$69.95
This advent calendar may be named "24 Days of Baking Cookies," but don't feel pressured to become a cookie-making madhouse. Every day you'll unwrap a new baking goodie like cookie cutters, sugar shaker, rubber spatula, and more.
22) LEGO City 2022 Advent Calendar
LEGO
amazon.com
$42.99
Kids can build their very own LEGO City with five of their favorite characters for the TV show with this set. It also comes with plenty of pieces for them to build, from a Christmas tree to a snow plow. LEGO makes a few different advent calendars, including a Star Wars edition that kids of all ages will love.
23) Christmas Countdown Wall Hanging
Paper Source
papersource.com
$48.00
This cute little calendar is giving us all the Only Murders in the Building vibes. Watch Santa hop to different windows in this nostalgic city building until he finally makes it to Christmas Eve.
24) Purina Fancy Feast Gourmet Advent Calendar
Purina Fancy Feast
amazon.com
$29.99
Of course we didn't forget your feline family member! This gourmet advent calendar includes a mix of savory wet food and treats that they'll absolutely devour.
25) Cat Toys Advent Calendar
MOVINPE
amazon.com
$27.99
Or if they're more of a fan of toys, this advent calendar will keep them entertained all season long!
26) Dylan's Candy Bar Advent Calendar
dylanscandybar.com
$15.00
Fans of Dylan's Candy Bar, or, well, fans of chocolate, will love this option, filled with 24 sweet treats.
27) EXIT: Advent Calendar
Thames & Kosmos
barnesandnoble.com
$49.99
Gather the family to solve the mystery of the ice cave with this escape room-style advent calendar. Each day brings a new riddle to help you solve the mystery.
28) Merry & Bright Christmas Advent Calendar
Pottery Barn Kids
potterybarnkids.com
$79.00
This felt advent calendar was made for tiny hands to countdown to Christmas. Fill each slot with a treat for your favorite kiddos leading up to the big day.
29) Playmobil 1.2.3 Advent Calendar
Playmobil
amazon.com
$59.54
Each door of this toddler-friendly advent calendar opens to reveal a different piece of the manger scene, so little ones receive a reminder of the meaning of Christmas every day. Playmobil also makes quite a few different advent calendars, including this bath time-specific edition. Parents, your kids are now going to love taking baths.
30) Hard Seltzer Advent Calendar
Give Them Beer
givethembeer.com
$59.00
Face it: We all know someone who will choose a hard seltzer over any other alcoholic beverage. We might not always understand them, but we can indulge them the slightest bit for the holiday season with a hard seltzer advent calendar.
31) Nutcracker Theater Advent Calendar
Meri Meri
anthropologie.com
$95.00
Your little one can put on their very own production of The Nutcracker on Christmas Day with this sweet holiday advent calendar. Each day they can open the envelope to find a new element to add to their display, from the orchestra to a charm bracelet.
32) 12 Days of Hot Cocoa Advent Calendar
Williams Sonoma
williams-sonoma.com
$49.95
Sip the season away with this hot cocoa advent calendar that includes dark and double dark, hazelnut, creamy vanilla, peppermint, and salted caramel cocoas.
33) Cheese Advent Calendar
Ilchester
Sam's Club
$16.88
24 cheeses? Say no more, we're sold. This advent calendar includes traditional varieties like cheddar and gouda as well as blends like Mexicana.
34) 12 Day Advent Calendar
VOLUSPA
sephora.com
$75.00
You may get a candle a day for 12 days with this advent calendar, but these scents will last you far longer than the holiday season. The selection includes Voluspa's best sellers and each candle has a 15 hour burn time.
35) Minecraft Advent Calendar 2022
Paladone
amazon.com
$49.99
For the Minecraft-loving kid, nothing beats this advent calendar that comes packed with collectibles like creepers, TNT, swords, and more.
36) LOL Surprise OOTD Advent Calendar
L.O.L. Surprise!
amazon.com
$29.44
This advent calendar includes 25 outfits and accessories for your little one's LOL Surprise doll, starting with a Jet Set Q.T. on the first day.
The options for advent calendars are endless, but we narrowed the list down to these 42 that are 2022's best advent calendars for the whole family.