Growing up, my family had a Christmas countdown made out of beads. Every day I made sure to move a bead until it was Christmas. I have looked everywhere for a countdown like the one we had growing up but I never found one. So I decided to take matters into my own hands and make one myself.
Here are the materials you will need to make this Christmas Countdown:
1. Wood platform from the craft store
2. Beads. I used 2 different kinds, red regular craft beads and clear jewelry beads.
3. Wire (I used 18 gauge copper wire) I found this wire at Home Depot and it was small enough to thread jewelry beads but also sturdy enough to hold its shape.
4. Christmas buttons (I used Christmas light shapes which I found at Michaels)
5. Centerpiece. I searched for the perfect piece and finally found the Christmas tree at Hobby Lobby. You could use anything you want, like ornaments, small figurines, snow globe, a wrapped Christmas present, picture frame, etc.
6. Thread (I used gold)
7. Glue
8. Spray paint
All of these materials create this unique countdown that can be saved and used every year. Learn how to create the beautiful Christmas countdown craft for your home this Christmas. Full tutorial is on the blog:
http://www.heatherhessathome.com/2014/11/diy-christmas-countdown-tutorial.html
Happy Holidays!
Heather Hess