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Thrift Store Advent Calendar Makeover


Tomorrow is December 1st, so the countdown to Christmas Day begins!  I’ve always wanted an Advent calendar, and this year I decided I would definitely get one.  See this beautiful thrift store Advent Calendar makeover at Sparkles of Sunshine.

Well, a few months ago when I was at The Salvation Army Thrift Store, I spotted this beauty.  It needed some loving for sure!  There were lots of dings on it and some of the door knobs were missing, but it was still an interesting piece.  I wouldn’t say I fell in love with at first.  It was priced $10, and I like to be sure I’m fully committed before purchasing thrift store items, so I left it there.  But two weeks later when it was still sitting there and the entire store was 50% off, I knew it had found a new home.  At $5 how could I go wrong?

Advent Calendar Makeover

After doing some research, I realized this Advent Calendar was a Pottery Barn knockoff.  I decided to give this baby a makeover even they would be proud of!  I started out by sanding it and giving it a fresh coat of green chalk paint.  I love the Home Decor Chalk Paint by Folkart. It is awesome!  I painted the doors various colors because I wanted my calendar to be cheerful.  I had no luck finding matching wooden knobs at any of my local craft stores, so after discussing my dilemma with a friend we decided that jingle bells would make awesome door knobs.  I just love them!  I also spray painted the bottom of the Advent Calendar silver to match the bells.

Makeover for Advent Calendar

I purchased some number decals for the doors and added them before distressing the piece.  I started distressing by using sandpaper to scruff it up a bit, then used Rust-oleum Ultimate Wood Stain in Cabernet to add color.  I chose this color since it has a red tint.  It added a reddish/pinkish hue to the piece.

Distressing Tools for Advent Calendar Makeover

Then I rubbed a piece of chalk over the calendar to add a snowy effect.  That was my favorite part!  It made me finally fall in love with this Advent Calendar, and I knew the project was complete.

DIY Advent Calendar Makeover

Don’t the jingle bells make such cute knobs?  All I had to do was hot glue them into place.

Advent Calendar Jingle Bells

I’m glad I chose to paint the doors different colors.  It makes this calendar playful.  Counting down the days until Christmas should be fun, don’t you agree?

Advent Calendar Transformation

No tree is complete without a bright, golden star.  I added glitter to my star to really make it pop!

Advent Calendar Makeover DIY

I wasn’t sure what the bottom of this Advent Calendar was for, but after doing some research I discovered it’s for holding Christmas cards.  How neat is that??

Card Holder Advent Calendar Makeover

Want to know how much this beauty cost me?  Since I already had the paint on hand, I was able to complete this project for only $15, including the cost of the calendar.  Isn’t that awesome?  I am so glad I snatched up this Advent Calendar and gave it a makeover so I can use it this holiday season.  Do you like the transformation as much as I do?  I hope so!

Now, let the countdown begin!!

See this beautiful thrift store Advent Calendar makeover at Sparkles of Sunshine.

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  1. Jenny Marie says

    December 1, 2014 at 20:48

    This is a fun and Eco-friendly Christmas project! I would love for you to share a post on my Meet Up Monday Blog Party!
    Jenny Marie
    http://jennymaire.blogspot.com/

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      December 1, 2014 at 21:30

      Thanks, Jenny. I will check out the party!

      Reply
  2. Beverly Roderick says

    December 2, 2014 at 09:30

    Your make over looks great! I love the idea of using chalk as snow.

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      December 3, 2014 at 03:54

      Thanks, Beverly. It really did give the piece the finished look I was going for. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  3. Stella Lee (@Purfylle) says

    December 3, 2014 at 06:16

    The bells as little knobs are my favourite part of this makeover. Just so cute.

    Reply
  4. Lauren @blesserhouse says

    December 6, 2014 at 13:38

    It’s so cute! Those little bells were a smart idea! I always find the best Christmas stuff in Goodwill at the most random times of the year. I can’t believe you snagged this for $5!

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      December 6, 2014 at 20:58

      This was definitely a great steal at only $5! Thanks so much for stopping by and taking at look. It means so much to me that you like this project, too!

      Reply
  5. Lou Lou Girls says

    December 6, 2014 at 18:15

    This looks so perfect! I love it! Pinned and tweeted. Thank you for being a part of our party. I hope to see you on Monday at 7 pm. It wouldn’t be a party without you!
    Happy Saturday! Lou Lou Girls

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      December 6, 2014 at 21:00

      Thanks so much! It was such a fun project to work on, and I’m thankful I can share it with you. Thanks for hosting such a great party each week!

      Reply
  6. Judith Hannemann says

    December 11, 2014 at 00:40

    Thanks for coming and linking up at The Weekend Social. Please be sure to come back next week starting Thursdays at 9PM EST The Midnight Baker ! I hope to see you there!
    [email protected] http://www.bakeatmidnite.com

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      December 11, 2014 at 07:43

      Thanks, Judy. See you then!

      Reply
  7. sewsweetvintage says

    December 12, 2014 at 16:53

    Adorable tree! Pinned

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      December 13, 2014 at 09:27

      Awesome…thanks!

      Reply
  8. creativekkids says

    December 15, 2014 at 00:24

    What a beautiful advent calendar! You did such a nice job. Thanks for linking up to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party! I’ve pinned your post to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Board.

    Reply

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