The first step in creating the “Countdown to Christmas” calendar is to make twenty-four matchboxes. I made these with the Sizzix matchbox die. (I also made a template for you to use if you don’t have a Sizzix machine. Click HERE for the template.) I highly recommend using the die, however, unless you have a ton of time on your hands to copy, cut, score, and assemble twenty-four boxes and lids. (You can also order the boxes for $1 each by sending an email to [email protected])
To order the matchbox die and any of the other supplies listed below, click HERE. (Be sure to check out the great items that are on clearance, too!)
Supplies for Matchboxes:
Sizzix Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine (Item #113439)
Sizzix Matchbox Die (Item# 114890)
Four different colors of cardstock (make six matchboxes out of each of the four colors, for a total of twenty-four boxes)
Double-sided adhesive
(Be sure to check back on Tuesday for the template and for Part II)
