As an experienced crafter, I designed these no-sew Advent calendar bags for a Christmas tree bridal shower. Guests brought ornaments to gift the couple, dropping them into the bags for a joyful reveal. The bride was thrilled to receive beautiful tree decorations plus a reusable Advent calendar for years of holiday fun.
Position the box on the felt, leaving about 1 inch of excess on each side for folding and gluing.
Fold the sides over like gift wrapping, then secure the seams with a hot glue gun for a clean finish.
Trim any uneven edges on both sides to ensure straight, professional borders.
Print the number template and cut out each digit to use as stencils.
Flip the template over and trace it onto contrasting felt for a precise outline.
Carefully cut out each traced number for crisp edges.
Attach the numbers to the front of each bag using a hot glue gun.
Secure the bags to a shelf or wall using string and clothespins for easy display.
Jessica Peterson
Perfect for Christmas-themed bridal showers or filling with small gifts for kids throughout December.
