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Over the past few years, advent calendars have really evolved from little chocolates behind doors, to so many different things, including beauty items, socks and even beers. Make! The Lakes have come up with a new concept and its one that I’m very excited to share with you. But firstly, lets find out a bit more about the business.
Who are Make! The Lakes
Make! The Lakes are a creative business based in the Cumbrian Lake District. They offer events and retreats which take place in beautiful surroundings and give guests an opportunity to escape from everyday life. Here, you can immerse yourself in various different creative projects and make new friends too.
Covid-19 has unfortunately postponed these events, but thankfully, all is not lost. You can order creative kits from there website and make them at home. Also on the website, you can pre-order their advent calendar.
The Advent Calendar For Crafters
This advent calendar is great because it lets you “craft-down” the days until Christmas. It is made up of a box with 24 envelops inside, each containing the instructions and materials needed for that step. Create each of the steps over the days and you end up making 5 festive projects in that time. The beautiful box it comes in, even means that you have somewhere to store your finished projects after Christmas.
What You Need To Know
Make! The Lakes advent calendar retails at £40 and is available to pre-order here. The price includes UK Postage and if you are local to postcode CA18, get in touch with them as you may qualify for local delivery instead. Shipping will begin in early November to allow delivery in advance of starting the projects in December. The envelopes contain everything you will need except a pair of scissors and a couple of other household items. It is not recommended for children under 7 years old whilst children over this age should be supervised. Don’t forget to check out their website shop , where there are various other kits which you might also be interested in.
Overall
I think this is not only a great concept, but also really good value for money. The idea of being supplied with all the things you need to create something, rather than just being given a ready made product, really appeals to me. I can imagine myself being snuggled on the sofa, a Christmas movie on in the background and being creative with my project for that day.
What an incredibly creative idea – I’ve never seen anything like this before!
🌿 Marissa Belle × marsybun.com 🌿
I love how unique is it. Thank you for reading.
That’s a nice concept for the holidays. I’ve never tried an advent calendar but this sounds like a good one.
I think its such a lovely idea to be able to create something at the same time.
that’s such a fun idea! I love advent calendars and have seen some with socks or legos, but the crafts one would be perfect for me!
You should definitely treat yourself to one. I love the idea of making things rather than just receiving a product.
I always make my own advent calendars, including chocolate, sweet treats & make up!
Love, Amie ❤
The Curvaceous Vegan
That is such a lovely idea. You can make it really personalised then.
Oo, I love the box and can imagine giving this as an early gift to a friend! I would also love to make this myself, maybe listening to a podcast and sipping some cocoa.
Thanks for sharing!
That sounds like a lovely idea and I agree, it would make a great early gift.
Oh this looks right up my street – going to have a look at some of their kits now X
That is so great to here. I’m sure you will find something you’ll love.
So lovely one here! This is such a great idea for a gift 🙂 Going to check out! Thank you!
Thank you, I’m glad you like it.
This sounds like such a good idea! I love advent calendars, I think they’re a great way to try something new and this one seems like really good value for money!
This is such a great idea. I remember when advent calendars were just a picture behind a picture!
I am really in to crafting so I think I would make good use of this x
Thanks for sharing, this looks a great idea for Christmas 🙂
Nic | Nic’s Adventures & Bakes
What a fun idea! I’ve never been that interested in traditional advent calendars, but this looks more like something I could get behind. Thanks for the review!
Ohh! This sounds fun to do. 😊💕 I agree with what you said that, it’s really something if you get to make one thing instead of it just being handed to you. And besides, the accomplishment you feel when you’ve built something is just satisfying sometimes 😊 thanks for sharing!
Such a great idea and so affordable too! I’m glad something like this exists 😍 lovely review!
Anika | chaptersofmay.com
This really is a fantastic idea!! To actually make something each day having all the materials ready can be such a great activity for a family or friends, it gives you both the satisfaction of making something with your own hands and it’s a great bonding time ❤️ love it!
This is such a fun and creative activity to do until Christmas. Absolutely loved the review! ❤️
I saw this advent calender on Twitter, and think it looks fab. What a great way to count down to Christmas by doing a few crafts?! I bet kids willl love this too, it will help with creating that Christmas magic!
Thanks for sharing!
Aimsy xoxo
Aimsy’s Antics
I really love this idea! Anything crafty is perfect for me and super fun x
This is the first time I heard of Make! The Lakes. Sounds like this company has a cool business idea. Thank you for sharing.
I like the idea of crafty festive projects to do leading up to Christmas, that just sounds like a fun thing to do, especially now when most of us aren’t going out as much, finding fun things to do at home is definitely needed.
What a unique idea for an advent calendar! I love the idea of a craft filled one! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
I love the idea of this advent calendar and also for it’s value I think it’s amazing! Thank you for sharing, I’m excited to get a new advent calendar this year!
I totally need this for advent this year!
Hello! Thanks so much for sharing this review. Have had a lot of fun putting this Advent Calendar together and am so excited for December 1st! 🙂
What a wonderful idea, this is so clever! Flora would love this, something a bit different from the usual chocolate calendar too. Will definitely check this out, thank you, Kelly!
I love the look and sound of this, I really do! Christmas isn’t on my radar yet but this has got me all excited!!
Great idea this, something I could get for my partner and daughter to do, and I know they’ll love it.
Oh I know so many craft lovers who would love this! Advent calendars can get really crazy but I love this idea!
Rosie
This is such a brilliant idea! Such a different idea from a chocolate and beauty calendar!
Love this! Such a good and unique idea.
My mom is such a crafter and now I’m thinking I might need to get this for her. I’m so glad it’s available to ship to the US as well via Etsy. Thanks for sharing!
I have never made an advent calendar before but it looks exciting!
Amber | The Unpredicted Page
Both my sister and mother would absolutely LOVE this! x
This is such a good idea! I might look into this xx
Beautiful idea. I work in a school and its given me some inspiration.
Such a fantastic idea x
I’ve never seen an advent calendar like this before but it’s such a great idea and it’s amazing that advent calendars are now catering to so many hobbies and interests!
This is such a cool idea! I love that there are so many different advent calendars out there now xx
Tiffany x http://www.foodandotherloves.co.uk
What a really interesting and creative twist on an advent calendar.
Oh what a great idea! It’s fab to see so many different varieties now so they suit everyone xx
This looks like such a great idea, I haven’t seen one like this before. I love how there are so many different options now x