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My First Advent Calendar

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As incredible as it appears, this is my first ever advent calendar!
Like five years ago I learned they existed (incredible, right?), and I promised myself to create one the following Christmas.
Ha, it never happened


One more of those promises...

Like the one of planting Paperwhites so by Christmas time all those pretty white flowers would be in full bloom...
Or growing those fragrant rosemary trees from cuttings...

Or having a nativity set just like the ones my mother used to create.

Nope, those are still on a waiting list!



At least I'm happy one of those promises was fulfilled.

And on time ;)

My kids are not that small any more to expect candies or little treats, they've never even had a sweet tooth. The plain calendar is full of excitement on its own :) Looking at my son while he flies to catch the snowflake to place it on a new spot/day is fun. 

It is lots of fun counting the days to Christmas!


I'm pretty sure you also have a list of un-fulfilled promises, 
or maybe you just crossed one of those projects off your list?
I'd love to know I'm not the only one ;)

Wrapping paper on the old windows found at T.J. Max 





36 comments :

  1. MelDecember 3, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    Awww, it's adorable! I really like the red and white going on.

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  2. Vel CristeDecember 3, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    It's pretty perfect Cristina! Love it!

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  3. UnknownDecember 3, 2013 at 3:17 PM

    Aww I LOVE your calendar!!! Your home looks so festive and beautiful!

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  4. House EnvyDecember 3, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    I love that your advent is large and part of the total room decor! it looks great!

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  5. Maureen WyattDecember 3, 2013 at 11:13 PM

    Wow, it may have taken you awhile to get around to making a calendar, but you sure did a great (and big) one when you did!

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  6. Jennifer@ClassicStyleHomeDecember 3, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    Now that is an advent calendar! It looks awesome and I love the wallpaper behind it. I have never had one either or any of the other things you mentioned. The idea of planting something from a bulb terrifies me!

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  7. Whimzy ThymeDecember 4, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Terrific idea to use the old windows. I love it. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. Feral TurtleDecember 4, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Simply gorgeous Cristina.

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  9. decorayadoraDecember 4, 2013 at 5:56 PM

    muy lindo y divertido contar los días que quedan para navidad . Linda idea Cristina

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  10. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapDecember 4, 2013 at 11:16 PM

    I love the Advent season. No candy for us either

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  11. UnknownDecember 5, 2013 at 3:54 PM

    Love it! and omitting the candy, great idea! May try something similar next year!

    ~Natalie
    www.itsnatalielove.blogspot.com

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  12. A room with a viewDecember 5, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    I love the simplicity of it and yet it is so effective!

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  13. ingrid@nowathomemomDecember 5, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    oh! I love it Cristina; it's beautiful! :-) perfect, so perfect for now! ;-)

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  14. The Kim Six FixDecember 6, 2013 at 2:18 AM

    That is fantastic! I am always on the lookout for window panes.. your idea on using them is so pretty.

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  15. Jane @ urbanejane.December 6, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    Love this larger-than-life advent calendar! So pretty!
    I'd love for you to drop by and link up at our Holiday link party if you can: http://www.urbanejane.com/2013/12/holiday-glam-link-party.html

    Have a wonderful weekend!!

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  16. PattieJDecember 6, 2013 at 9:02 PM

    That looks awesome! What a great idea!!

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  17. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageDecember 6, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    Loooove it!! So cute!!

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  18. Creative RaisinsDecember 7, 2013 at 1:22 AM

    That is incredible, I love the whole look of it.

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  19. Krista AasenDecember 8, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    Such a pretty idea for your great old windows Cristina! Love it!

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  20. Brynne DelersonDecember 8, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    This calendar is beautiful! I love the wrapping paper you used behind the window panes - it makes such a great statement in your room! Pinning for inspiration :)
    Visiting from the Monday Funday link party!

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  21. Pauline MolinariDecember 8, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    really pretty! Thanks for sharing on the Monday Funday link party!

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  22. Kim December 8, 2013 at 7:35 PM

    Very pretty, love it! It's such a creative way to dress up the windows for the season and create a dramatic focal point...counting down at the same time is a bonus! :)

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  23. Amy WDecember 8, 2013 at 9:27 PM

    I keep seeing this pop on different link parties and I adore it!! I'd love for you to link up at our Link It or Lump It party. http://www.delineateyourdwelling.com/2013/11/christmas-ornament-exchange.html

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  24. Amy WDecember 8, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    Oops, SO sorry… meant this link!
    http://www.delineateyourdwelling.com/2013/12/link-it-or-lump-it-party-17.html

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  25. Tammy NDecember 9, 2013 at 6:11 PM

    Such a beautiful advent calendar. Moving the snowflake is a great way to countdown.

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  26. UnknownDecember 9, 2013 at 7:41 PM

    Fantastic. Simply fantastic! I'm sure he's elated to climb on the couch -- mine would be :)

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  27. UnknownDecember 9, 2013 at 9:05 PM

    I absolutely love it! So creative!
    Sally
    loveofhomes.com

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  28. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️December 10, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    That is one super idea. It looks beautiful too!

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  29. Brooke December 10, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    I'm the queen of advent calendar's and they can be exhausting at times! I love the beauty and simplicity of yours. It's the perfect decor for December. Thanks so much for sharing, Cristina! Enjoy your day!

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  30. Rebecca @ My Girlish WhimsDecember 10, 2013 at 9:02 PM

    This is beautiful! And what a statement piece!

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  31. DIYbyDesignDecember 11, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    What a pretty advent calendar. Looks great. I would love for you to link this up to my Fall into Fall party going on right now. Hope to see you there. http://diybydesign.blogspot.com

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  32. Inspired by youDecember 11, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    What an impact! It turned out great. I just made my very first advent calendar too! I will let you in on a little secret. I, too, didn't know about advent calendars either ;)

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  33. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingDecember 13, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    Omigosh this is gorgeous!!!

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  34. Allison @ dreamalittlebigger.comDecember 14, 2013 at 5:24 PM

    This is so polished and amazing. Off to view more of your amazing blog! Thanks so much for sharing at Link It or Lump It this week and I hope we'll see your gorgeous work again!

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  35. The MauermansDecember 14, 2013 at 9:14 PM

    Where oh where did you get that wall paper to put behind the windows???

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  36. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingDecember 15, 2013 at 4:59 PM

    Hi Cristina! I'm back to let you know I featured this project on my blog today as one of the features from the Christmas Extravaganza Party!

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