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Last-Minute DIY Advent Calendars: New Guides Feature Low-Cost Fillers and No-Gift Alternatives

German outlets now provide printable numbers plus sub‑€2 ideas to help families assemble meaningful calendars quickly.

Overview

  • Today’s update spotlights four non-gift formats—puzzle, tea, riddle and homemade fortune-cookie calendars—prioritizing experiences and messages over purchases.
  • A price-checked list shows filling a calendar for under €2 per day is feasible, with examples such as muesli bars (€0.33), mini toiletries (€0.79–€0.85) and bath bombs (€1.99).
  • Budget packaging swaps include socks, jars, envelopes, tins or shoeboxes, with simple string and clips replacing store-bought hanging sets.
  • DIY fillers extend to homemade jam, cookies, chocolate, bath bombs, soap and small craft items, alongside kid-focused ideas like daily riddles or coloring pages.
  • Free downloads offer ready-to-print day numbers and PDF guides that streamline planning, filling and personalization on short notice.