For someone who's pretty disciplined about dates, I'm always on the lookout for calendar ideas. One that I came across recently is Oscar Diaz's incredibly clever self-initiated calendar. For 2011, I decided to make my own calendar - something that can be used year after year.
I built my calendar using 31 picture frames for days of the month. They are spread out in blocks of 7 days (with 29th, 30th, 31st being the strugglers). The 'day of the week' tab is located on top in an acrylic pocket. I made 7 of these tabs to be changed monthly. Lastly the month is marked by chipboard alphas stuck on magnets. If you are interested in the full tutorial, I'll be posting it next month.
Quick Change :To move to another month (e.g. November 2010) just
- Replace the FEB magnet alphas with NOV
- Slot in the #11 playing cards instead of the #2s
- Use a 'day of the week' tab that starts with Mon
It's a pretty big calendar (12"x12" plus a 3" onion dome top) so I mount it on the refrigerator. I backed the whole thing on foamboard for stiffness with magnets on the four corners. An added advantage is that my magnet alphas stayed firmly in place - strongly attracted to the fridge door.
I smile every time I see those cute little Sassafras frames. Wonder what sort of calender do you use - the digi one on your iphone, a desktop flip calendar, or a little pocket one ?<
Sassafras Supplies :Paper - Anthem wall of fame + ticket to freedom + classic, Cherry Delicious blushing + sapphire, Yummy Vintage memory lane, Apple Jack translate
Cardstock stickers - Pocket Full of Rosies, Indie Girl
Paper Whimsies - One thru Twelve, Via air Mail
In a Stitch Blossoms - Earth Tones
Garden Bits - OrangeOthers : Making Memories Passport paper (diecut road sign), Petaloo Floral Doodles, acrylic sheet, magnet
37 comments:
I am impressed and in love. This is amazing; WOW!
super
What a glorious explosion of colour! And so many beautiful details - I would never get tired of looking at this!
Good Grief Woman...this is truly SPECTACULAR!
fabulous colourful happy calendar. i love it! so many different things to discover x
fantastic work hun, love it
hugs
judie xx
Very clever idea! I love it!
This is amazing Sandy! What a neat idea! Toot away!! Keeleyxx
Oh my goshness! I don't think I have ever seen such a detailed calendar! I wouldn't be able to use, have it as a piece of art instead!
Amazing Sandy!! That's very clever of you!! I too would be smiling if I had that on my fridge! It's gorgeous!!! :)
I love this calendar! So great how you can make a few minor changes and keep on using it! Sure makes my dry erase calendar look dull! Thanks for linking up!
This is absolutely fabolous!!! LOVE it! love the idea, your solutions and the papers! <3 sassafras!
So glad I stumbled upon your blog! coming back soon for sure!
Hugs!
My goodness, your talent is amazing! I love your "days" with the vintage-y art. It brings back childhood memories of my story books I read as a child; the art from Dick & Jane books or my Little Red Riding Hood book, etc. BEEutiful :)
very clever!..Love the vintage look and all the interesting elements!!..thanks for sharing at Betty Bees Buzz!!
Sandy, these colors are just great! And the idea of using the magnets on the refrigerator is really brilliant. I would love to do mine in Copics colored images! This is a genius idea, and I appreciate you sharing it with us at BettyBee's Buzz!
I love this calendar ! Glad you liked the Valentines. The merry go round is my fav.
WOW! This is an awesome calendar! Thanks for sharing!
Wow it's gorgeous!! Thanks so much for linking up :)
What a fun and crazy calendar! It turned out great!
Thanks for linking up to FFA!
Hannah
Really cute calendar. Love the explosion of colors and so many details. Well done!
This has to be the most amazing calendar I've ever seen...just beautiful. I love all the colors and textures! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog party too!
Take care,
~Karen~
Very unique and nostalgic!! Adore this:0)
Very sweet! I love all those details!
Thanks for linking up to Making It With Allie! I can't wait to see what you have for next week!
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I love this! You put so much detail into your work! Beautiful!
I absolutely LOVE this! The framed images are too cute! Like the idea of changing out the days of the week instead of the days of the month. Much quicker fix! Love it!
saw this on craftomaniac- such a cute idea!!! turned out fabulous :)
I just love it!! Gorgeous. Thank you, thank you for coming and linking it up.
I just wanted you to know I featured this amazing calendar tonight!
Super Fun! Glad that it can be used for many months to come. Cool that the months are magnetic. Thanks for linking up to Scrappy Saturdays!
This is awesome! I need to try this!
Whoa! This is absolutely amazing! what a terrific way to use that fabulous Sass! :)
Cheers,
Dawn
I agree- the color and intricate detail in this design is FANTASTIC!!! LOVE this project. Thanks for your encouraging words on my "perseverance" entry! I no longer feel the same. I'm ok with simply designing and posting on my blog now but it felt good to let go and vent. I agree with you- it wasn't time for me to join a DT yet and it's better to keep working and growing. :)
on a scale of 1-10 (10 being top) ...I give this a 30! Love the whimsy and the bright colors and just the whole originality of it! Fabulous!!!!
Kate Blue (Paper Issues CT)
OMG!!! this is awesome!!
OMG!!! this is awesome!!
OMG!!! this is awesome!!
Hi Sandy! We featured this project over at the Paper Issues Favorite Things link party today. It's so fun and useful- it's the perfect project. Thanks for linking it up!
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