Creative Ways to Fill Your Advent Calendar – A December of Small Joys

Counting down the days until Christmas has always carried a quiet kind of magic. At Misc Store Amsterdam, we love the anticipation that builds through December — those tiny moments of excitement, the ritual of opening a new pocket or box, and the joy of finding something thoughtful inside.

This year, our Advent Calendar collection features beautifully designed pieces like the Ferm Living Advent Calendar — made to be filled, reused, and reimagined every season. Think of it as a canvas for creativity: a way to make each December morning feel special.

What to Fill It With

You don’t need to rely on sweets or toys alone. The charm lies in small, meaningful things that spark curiosity or invite time together.
Here are a few ideas we love:

  • A tiny note or drawing — a memory from the year, or a clue to a shared adventure.

  • A sticker or stationery treat — washi tape, a new pen, or a mini eraser for creative play.

  • A moment of togetherness — “Bake cookies today,” “Choose a song for the family playlist,” or “Let’s watch a Christmas film.”

  • A surprise from nature — a pinecone, a pressed leaf, or a small acorn vase waiting to sprout.

It’s not about the size of the gift, but the thought tucked behind it. Our stocking fillers collection is full of playful, design-driven items that slip perfectly into an advent calendar pocket or holiday stocking — small enough to surprise, special enough to keep.

This December, let the countdown become more than a ritual — let it be a month of shared moments, tiny wonders, and small discoveries worth waiting for.