A homemade Advent calendar like this is not just for newlyweds or young and wild people. Quite the opposite! Especially in a long-term relationship, this playful way can bring eroticism back to the fore and show new ways.

Feel like it but no ideas? We've given it some thought and put together a few suggestions on how to fill an erotic advent calendar. The result is a colorful mix of small sex toys and suggestions for joint activities.

Here are our 24 ideas for small gifts and erotic or romantic vouchers:

1. Massage oil: Of course at least lightly clothed, better to use naked ;)
2. A mini vibrator: Try out the little toy together.
3. A voucher for a candlelight dinner with a condition: During the meal, everyone has to take turns telling each other what they would like to do with the other person in bed - this heats up the mood. It might be better to skip dessert.
4. Handcuffs: Today you can really spoil him - and he's defenceless...
5. A bath together: Always nice, and both partners can relax. Then cuddle up together afterwards - it doesn't always have to be sex.
6. Sexy lingerie: Surprise him with exciting lingerie for Santa Claus, which he can then "unwrap"...
7. A stroking feather: experience sensual seduction in a different way...
8. An erotic audio book: listen together and get in the mood ;)
9. A walk in the forest or park: Something romantic today...
10. A massage candle: Yesterday was romantic, today can be "hot"... Let the wax drip slowly onto your partner's body. Wonderfully exciting and tingling!
11. Secret talk: Sit down with your partner and tell them what you've always wanted to try - maybe you'll come up with some completely new ideas?
12. An erotic game, for example sex cubes: Try it out right away, of course!
13. Oral sex: Surprise him with a blow job. For example, right after work or in the morning before work.
14. An evening of cooking together: Spending time together is particularly important in these stressful times. Perhaps choose an exciting recipe that contains ingredients with a stimulating effect? Oysters, strawberries, chili...
15. Nipple clamps: maybe try something a little harder? You? Him? Never mind!
16. An erotic photo of you: It doesn't have to be a professional picture either, a sexy selfie can totally do the trick. That way he can look forward to the end of the working day.
17. A trip to the movies: A little romance and peace and quiet today - and he gets to choose the movie.
18. Chocolatebody painting: Who "paints" whom is of course a matter of taste...
19. A vibro-ball: It looks like a small Christmas ball, but vibrates in a wonderfully stimulating way and can bring him and her pleasure. It's best to incorporate it into your lovemaking right away.
20. A bar of chocolate with chili: This should have a stimulating effect and make you want more.
21. Masks: How about some role play? Disguised behind a mask, everyone can slip into a completely new role.
22. An erotic DVD: Surprise your partner with a "DVD evening" together.
23. A whip: Small strokes can add a new touch to lovemaking. Have you been naughty or has he? Find out!
24. Christmas Eve! Today there's nothing - except you: naked! And then you can try out everything you rediscovered or rediscovered for yourself in December.

So, those are our suggestions for a hot pre-Christmas season. At the end of the day, filling the doors is of course a matter of taste, as you know best what your partner likes and dislikes. Despite the cold temperatures and stressful preparations, grab some scissors and craft glue - it's worth it!

And if you don't have any crafting skills at all, we at ORION have made your work easier and now have our giant Advent calendar back in our range. The extra-large format of the Christmas calendar contains all kinds of toys, condoms, lubricants, lingerie and sexy gag items that will make the run-up to Christmas just as exciting. Just the thing for all those who don't like crafting.

ORION blogger Shirin