I have been having a lot of fun making this little advent box out of matchboxes for Kiki. I made a few mistakes, but I have got the hang of it now and will try to do a tutorial for the blog
Santa is cut from Doodlecharms at 3", I gave the first one some eyebrows, he looked so fierce he would have frightened a child, so I had to start again
The best fun was finding stuff small enough to fit into the matchboxes. So I bought sparkly little bracelets and necklace, hair clips and scrunchies, tiny m & m's, and some (UK) pound coins and 50 pence pieces that I soaked in pepsi cola for an hour to get them sparkling and new looking
There are 24 little drawers, so one for every day up to Christmas day, with a little treat in each drawer
It has to travel to the UK, so I hope it arrives intact and that she loves it as much as I loved making it
Hi En, you never fail to have me chuckling to myself whenever I read your blog. I love my big m & s knickers too :)
ReplyDeleteAs always you've got some incredible makes, the advent calendar is excellent, would Haribo sweets fit in as well?
I've left something on my blog for you, when you get a chance to pop over.
Chat soon
Den
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Wow Enfys she is going to adore this, how clever are you. Such a fabulous pressie.
ReplyDeleteBeccy x
Oh she will love you!!! This is just so special and she will be able to fill it again and again. Just perfect.
ReplyDeletePinky
Oh lovely...would love to see instructions!!!
ReplyDeleteKaren
This is amazing Enfys.I've seen them around but never tried to make one.
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Cass xxx
OMG this is so cute. I so wish I had a Granddaughter. I love Liam but his likes are all big stuff - Legos and Starship Troopers? Oh well, I certainly admire this from afar...Kris
ReplyDeleteHi Enfys, I just know your DGD is going to cherish this adorable little box. How clever to fill it with all those goodies, and she can refill it over and over. I never knew that if you soaked coins in Pepsi, it would make them shine again. Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteJust too cute!
Hugz, xx
~L~
The advent calendar is just amazing. She is just going to love it. Wonderful job!!
ReplyDeleteShe will love this a real girly advent box.
ReplyDeletebye bye,Lean.
This is just gorgeous....a wonderful idea.....she will absolutely love it.
ReplyDeletewow, Enfys, this is fabulous! I have not seent the matchbox idea before .. what a clever use for them. Can't wait for your tutorial.
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing and she will love it. Much better than chocolates!
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What a special Nannie you are! Your xmas treat is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteKeryn :D
Enfys you wrap that little cutie well. I'm sure it will be well loved and refilled over and over again. A smashing little gift
ReplyDeleteAnne x
Hi En
ReplyDeleteSorry I haven't been around for a while.
I have been away on holiday and it has taken me a week to catch up now I have returned. I think I am finally there now!
Your advent box is great. I just don't know how you manage to come up with so many "different" ideas.
Love the Santa on top too.
Love Jules xx
you always amaze me with your cretions this one is totally brilliant love it to bits love cheryl xxxx
ReplyDeleteWhat a really cool idea.... beautifully excecuted!
ReplyDeletethis is so cute. I know my kids woud absolutely love it. Thankfully you got that Santa looking less terrifying...
ReplyDeleteWell how cute is this, Kiki is just going to treasure it. So adorable.
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Kaye x
That is about the cutest advent calendar I've seen...
ReplyDeleteWow wow wow this is just fabulous what a fantastic little treasure
ReplyDeleteHugs Jacqui x
OMG Enfys what a super cute idea! You did a great job on the Santa. Love his rosey cheeks!
ReplyDeleteWOW this is fantastic... can't wait to see the tutorial :D
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This looks fabulous Enfys and any little girl would just adore keeping all her 'jewels' in those little drawers!
ReplyDeleteEnfys ... this Advent Box is so beautiful, I love it! What a treasure this is going to be for your DGD!!
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♥Carol♥
Oh this is soooo adorable En! I love the idea of Advent calendars and this is one of the cutest I've seen! xxD
ReplyDeleteOh Enfys thats one useful pressie and so delightful, its the colouring is gorgeous. With love and hugs Shirleyxxxxx
ReplyDeleteOh now that truely is a labour of love!!! I hope it makes it to the UK unscathed! I know she'll love it. I don't have any little girls, but I can think of other uses for this cute little box. So I, too, await instructions. TFS
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous En. Kiki will love it. I made one last year, not for Kyla but for my aunty to put her little crafty bits and bobs in. Thy actually hold loads don't they :) She was thrilled with it. Hope you are ok and biggest hugs to you xxxx
ReplyDeleteThis is a lovely gift! I know your Kiki will love it and it will challenge her patience too at such a young age.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to the tutorial of this terrific idea on your blog.
Always enjoying your blog writing and creativity.
Hugs,
Sher
That's such a sweet way to celebrate advent. I looks like it took a long time though!
ReplyDeletehowever did I miss this one....it's stunning and Kiki is going to adore it....can't wait for the video...big hugs kath xxxxxx
ReplyDeleteHi Enfys
ReplyDeleteThis is so lovely, and I just know she will be thrilled.