Christmas Countdown Deck

25 Festive Crafts, Activities & Recipes

By Chronicle Books

Make the countdown to Christmas extra special with this deck of 25 seasonal activities sure to get you in the holiday spirit.



Banish any bah humbug with this fun, festive boxed card deck that has everything you need to create Christmas magic! With clear instructions for each craft, recipe, or activity, plus 25 bonus ideas in the enclosed booklet, the deck offers cozy tips and engaging prompts, including:

  • Bake buttery shortbread and package in a cookie tin to gift to friends and neighbors.
  • Craft paper snowflakes and beautiful garlands to hang in your entryway or wrap around your tree.
  • Serve up a festive cocktail while you set a holiday tablescape and listen to a Christmas playlist.
  • Invite birds to visit your garden with a homemade pinecone bird feeder.
  • Mix up a batch of festive popcorn to munch on while enjoying a cozy movie marathon.

With a beautiful photo on the front and a playful illustration on the back of every card, as well as a pop-up stand in the box that allows you to display the day's card, this deck acts like an interactive Advent calendar, ensuring every December is filled with merriment and cheer.



CREATIVE IDEAS: Elevate your holiday season with 25+ clever and festive ideas: Instead of making a simple hot cocoa, build a delicious hot cocoa bar with a variety of toppings and mix-ins, from kid-friendly options like Reese's Pieces, whipped cream, and mini candy canes to adult-only choices like KahlĂșa and Pirouettes. Setting a holiday table? Four themed ideas include Feast of the Sugar Plum Fairy and Woodland Wonderland to help you create your most talked-about tablescape ever.

ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES: There are plenty of family and group activities included, such as making snow globes, gingerbread houses, and chocolate-dipped pretzel rods. Adults will love the cocktail and mulled wine recipes (which make the crafts even more fun!).

REUSABLE ADVENT CALENDAR: With 25 cards, one for every day in December before the holiday, you can use this deck to count down to Christmas year after year. The pop-up display stand makes it uniquely appealing. Prop up the day's card on your countertop, entry table, or nightstand, and it functions as a piece of Christmas decor.

FUN HOLIDAY GIFT: Kick off the season by sharing this deck with a friend or family member in November. Gift it at a white elephant or secret Santa exchange, or stuff it in a stocking to be used next year!



Perfect for:

  • Christmas lovers
  • Advent calendar enthusiasts
  • Crafters and anyone who enjoys making things
  • People who like easy kitchen projects, baking, or mixing festive cocktails
  • Anyone looking for a fun, interactive seasonal gift
Not Yet Published
$29.99 RRP
ISBN
9781797240978
Publish date
02 November 2026
Category
Art & Craft
Format
Other
Page count
25
Dimensions
92 x 152 x 41 mm

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