Calculate the cost per day of filling your own advent calendar.
Items to fill (24 days)
Total DIY Cost
£21.20
Save £3.80 vs shop-bought
Cost Per Day
£0.88
Fill Cost
£16.20
Days Covered
24/24
Making your own advent calendar lets you personalise the contents for the recipient. This calculator helps you budget and compare the cost with shop-bought alternatives.
Planning ahead for the festive season helps you enjoy Christmas without financial stress. You may also find our Christmas Budget Calculator useful for related calculations.
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