The advent calendar is a tradition that fills the countdown to Christmas with excitement, bringing small surprises each day until Christmas Eve. Its origin dates back to 19th-century Germany when families marked the days until December 24, initially by drawing chalk lines on the wall or lighting a candle each day. Over time, this custom evolved into a fun way to celebrate the Christmas spirit, especially for children, by including small gifts, treats, or messages in each calendar slot.
Today, the advent calendar not only makes each December day special but has also become a thoughtful way to share and warm up the season. At Ekohunters’ EkoBlog, we’ve selected the perfect options to help you create a memorable advent calendar full of joy for any recipient. Start the countdown with a unique and sustainable touch!
Advent Calendar: Start the Day with Warmth
Perfect for moments of calm with coffee or tea, a mug is a classic that always shines in an advent calendar.
Tetaza is a unique breakfast mug, handcrafted in ceramic by local artisans in the Basque Country. Inspired by the countryside, it pays homage to the cow, subtly reminding us of this animal’s generosity. Perfect for starting the day with authenticity and a connection to nature.
Advent Calendar: Ideal for Culinary Adventures
For those who love cooking, an apron is the perfect companion for every holiday recipe.
This full-body denim apron, handcrafted with recycled denim, is as functional as it is sustainable. It includes a practical front pocket and features an eco-friendly coating that makes it dirt-resistant, ideal for use in the kitchen without worrying about constant washing. A durable and conscious accessory, perfect for chefs and cooking enthusiasts.
Advent Calendar: A Fun Touch for Your Kitchen
This bunny-shaped egg holder is practical and charming, ideal for those who appreciate whimsical details in the kitchen.
These charming bunnies made from sustainable beechwood are perfect as egg cups and add a delightful touch to any shelf. Responsibly crafted, the Bunny Egg Holder combines functionality with natural design and comes beautifully boxed, ready for gifting or enjoying at home.
Advent Calendar: Organize Your Days in Style
A desk calendar that is not only functional but adds a decorative and organized touch to any workspace.
This elegant desk calendar combines wood and steel in a minimalist design, perfect for any desk. Its clean style and functionality make it an ideal companion to keep daily tasks organized with a touch of sophistication.
Advent Calendar: A Classic Toy to Fall in Love With
This handcrafted wooden toy is perfect for children or nostalgic individuals who appreciate classic details.
This set includes four wooden cars and a square puzzle, made from 100% sustainably certified birch plywood. Lovingly crafted in Amager Studio, these toys offer fun and conscious design for little ones, perfect for exploring and playing responsibly.
Advent Calendar: Portable Sound Anywhere
Ideal for amplifying the holiday spirit with music, a smartphone speaker is a practical and fun gift.
The Sono Ambra tablet speaker is made from FSC-certified natural oak wood, designed to naturally amplify your tablet’s sound. With a minimalist style, it plays music without wires or electricity, offering a sustainable and hassle-free audio experience—ideal for those who value eco-friendly and functional design.
Advent Calendar: Enjoy the Sun Year-Round
Sunglasses are perfect for everyday wear—a stylish and protective accessory you won’t want to miss.
The Artika sunglasses combine eco-design and functionality, made 100% by hand from American walnut wood laminate and sustainable, organic materials. Their lightweight, unisex frame, paired with CR39 polarized lenses, offers clear, glare-free vision, ideal for enjoying the outdoors naturally. With braided, animal-free cotton cords and recycled packaging, Artika is a responsible and stylish choice for nature lovers.
Advent Calendar: Protect Your Glasses in Style
Of course, those sunglasses need a case! With a case, your glasses are always protected and looking impeccable—a practical and stylish surprise!
The BEGI case, made from recycled bottles, offers ideal protection for your glasses while caring for the environment. Its sustainable design is perfect for those seeking practical and responsible accessories. A conscious choice to protect your glasses in style.
Advent Calendar: Organize Your Small Treasures
Small and practical, a coin purse is ideal for carrying coins or other small essentials in style.
With the DIRU coin purse, you save money and space while helping the planet. Each DIRU is made from a recycled plastic bottle, giving it a new life and preventing it from ending up on land or in the sea—a practical and eco-friendly way to carry your coins.
Advent Calendar: Add Warmth and Charm to Any Corner
With a candle holder, the atmosphere fills with light and warmth, ideal for enjoying the holiday season with a cozy ambiance.
The Aye Aye candle holders are perfect for creating warm and cozy atmospheres with a modern, sophisticated touch. Their design includes a safety zone around the candle, ideal for bringing serenity to spaces like offices, restaurants, hotels, or home. With Aye Aye, every corner shines with light and style.
With these ideas, your advent calendar will be filled with special details that make each December day a little celebration. From useful accessories to wooden toys and decorative items, these gifts bring warmth, functionality, and a personal touch, perfect for embracing the holiday magic.
In the Ekohunters marketplace, you’ll find all these products and more, carefully selected to offer a wide variety of sustainable options. Additionally, with our Eko Seal, you can check the eco-efficiency level of each product to make a conscious and secure purchase. Celebrate Christmas in a unique and responsible way, making each gift a purposeful choice. Happy Holidays and happy shopping!
