I love finding ways to make decor pieces that can stay out all year long, and this wooden advent calendar was perfect for that! It’s shaped like a Christmas tree, but with a little creativity, I was able to give it a whole new look. I found mine on Amazon and used a fun stencil to turn it into a decorative piece that works for any season—not just the holidays!
Here is what you will need for this DIY:
1. A Wooden Advent Calendar – I got mine from Amazon
2. Paint in the colors Buttermilk and Aspaltum
3. Paint Brushes
4. 3 packs of Drawer Pulls From Amazon and a little screwdriver
5. Stencil from WoodUBend
6. A sponge brush (Not pictured)
You can find the tree advent calendar that I am using here on my Amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYT192F4?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamztheshabb-20&creativeASIN=B0CYT192F4&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.3P1T9U2GJA6TW&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&th=1
I began by giving the front of the tree and all the drawers a coat of buttermilk-colored paint. One layer was all it needed for a nice, even base.
I found it worked best to remove the drawers and paint them separately rather than trying to paint everything all at once.
Next, I painted along the sides of the tree using the asphaltum color to give it a nice contrast and depth.
Next, I grabbed the asphaltum paint again and a sponge brush. Using a stencil, I began dabbing the paint onto the front of the tree to create a beautiful lace-inspired design.
This stencil is from WoodUbend and it is the perfect design! Their stencils are really well made and can be used multiple times!
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I didn’t bother taping my stencil down — I just held it in place and gently dabbed the paint over it. It worked out perfectly and gave me great results!
After I finished dabbing the paint, I carefully lifted the stencil to reveal the most gorgeous pattern underneath!
Once the paint was dry to the touch, I attached the drawer pulls.
You can find the exact ones I used on my Amazon storefront. I did have to order three sets to have enough for the whole advent calendar: https://amzn.to/46TDNMS
I used a small Phillips head screwdriver, and the pulls were super easy to screw in.
I love how this project turned out—it’s no longer just a Christmas advent calendar but a beautiful decorative piece you can enjoy year-round. Whether you use it to count down special occasions, store small trinkets, or simply display it as unique home decor, this wooden tree is a fun way to bring creativity into your space all year long.
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I love the way the advent calendar turned out. Beautiful! You are so creative !
You were saying that the stencil had too much space between the design. Have you ever tried Chalk Couture stencils? They’re reusable, sticky so they don’t move, and more like a silk screen. So many beautiful designs. I buy mine from Debbie Westbrook @ Refresh, Restyle. Just a thought…
I love this Barb!! ♥️🌲
I love this addvent calander and the way you redone it.I think it is beautiful!
❤️❤️❤️ This is beautiful and the versatility of using all year – what a great idea! Thanks once again for the inspiration Barb! Oh, and I need that book!
That turned out so beautiful Barb! I would love the Paper book for my junk journal. You are an inspiration to me and I enjoy watching your videos & catching you live.
I love this Friday Night Hangout craft Barb. So pretty! I would LOVE ❤️❤️❤️the book!
What A Beautiful idea. It looks awesome. I definitely want to make this. Would love the book as well. Thanks Barb
Like what you did with the tree, and I would absolutely love the book! So many neat things to do with it!
What a beautiful idea for Friday night hang out. I love it. I would love to have the book.
Great item for Friday night hangout Barb! I love it! I also would love the book! 🥰
This came out great Barb! It looks so different then when you started. You can leave this out all year too. Love it and would make a nice gift. Thanks for making it Barb.
What a beautiful tree that can be used all year round. I love this and will be making this one. Looking forward to Friday Night Hangout Barb. Thanks for another unique diy.
The advent tree idea is great! I love the book!!!😍
I love this item you are making tomorrow night. And I would love a book.
Love what you did. So different and pretty. I would love the book.
I love this idea and will definitely try it. I would love the book!!
I love how it turned out, Barb! You’re so stinkin creative!!! Can’t wait to watch you make it on our Friday Night Hangout 💖💖💖
What an adorable & precious idea- I would definitely make this project if I had the supplies! Loves it.
Oh my goshes…The advent calendar came out gorgeous!! Amazing!! I would love the book!!!!
Absolutely love this creation! Yes, would enjoy using the book
I would love the book . I love how the advent tree came out – you are so talented!!
(my first post was missing the second sentence-dont know what i did – sorry)
I would love the book 🎄📕
Advent tree came out great…love the lace look…& knobs…🎄I would love the book!
LOVE the book
And advent tree
love this Barb , the paint colors and the stencil make it a great leave out all year and enjoy decor piece to display anywhere in your home. Going to be another great friday night hangout and chit chat 😊🤎🤎
PS…I would love the book
Oh my goodness that tree is beautiful . I’m usually at my grandsons football game on Friday night I usually don’t get back until 10 but this Friday I will at least get to watch you because the game is an hour away so I’ll get you on my phone !!! I would love love love that book
Great idea I will see you at 10:00 for Friday night hangout 🎉🎉🎉. I would love the book
This looks amazing. I would love the book to craft with please and Thank You.
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I would ♥️♥️♥️ the book! 📕
Looks great! I would love the book!
That turned out so cute.
Love it Barb , it’s creative and so you . I would love the book you showed on your live.
Barb what a different project I like the idea of using a tree and making advent calendar.
So cute! I wouldn’t mind getting the book 😁
I have never had an Advent calendar and this one seems like it could have more than one use. I think I will try with white wash and gold stenciling to match my decor. Oh and P.S. I would love the book
Love it Barb so creative
Great makeover for Advent box. Would love the book to use to make a Christmas junk journal.
I looooove the book Barb!!!!!!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I love this and would love a book
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Oh my gosh I absolutely love this DIY for Friday night hangout. I love it just the way it is. I would love the book. So many fun things to make in it. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Looks cool! Would love a book. Looking forward to Friday night hangout.
Absolutely beautiful! Love love love ❤️❤️❤️
Barb genius idea ! What is your idea for the daily surprise ???? I love the book and wish I had one !!!!
Barb, can’t wait for Friday night hang out this came out really cute. I think I would try doing it with black paint with the lace. It is so cute.
I would love to have the book Barb enjoy your night and today was so informative about the floors. Thank you again.🤗💗
Oh Barb this is beautiful, love this ❤❤❤❤
I love it and I would lovvvve the book!!!
I’ve always wanted to make a christmas count down calendar. This is absolutely beautiful.
LOVE HOW YOU TRANSFORMED THE TREE SO YOU CAN KEEP IT OUT ALL YEAR..TURNED OUT SO PRETTY..I WOULD LOVE THE BOOK..LOVE FROM PAM IN OHIO
Love it!❤️❤️❤️ Would love book.❤️❤️❤️
Love it!!! I am going to have to make one!!! You are so creative!
I would love the book, too!😉💦💦🌲💕
I wouldn’t just like the book – I would LOVE the book!
I wouldn’t just like the book – I would LOVE the book! We are going to make the advent calendar. They are on order and should be here in time for Friday Night Hangout!