I just love craft ideas for which I can take all the credit and ownership, but I also love trying my hand at all the clever DIY projects floating around in cyberspace. What would we do without Pinterest? And I especially like this clever paint chip calendar.
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For instance, I’ve been eyeing lots of cute paint chip calendars for some time. I’m also in need of a big, easy-to-use wall calendar for my beach condo. What can I say? This craft project is calling my name. (Besides, my hubby owns a painting company, so I have endless access to paint sample books.)
If you’ve been following my Midcentury Modern Makeover series, you’d know I’m renovating a dated Florida condo into a modern nest. And yes, it is technically our “snowbird” retreat, which means we plan to spend 3 winter months there yearly. Hence, I’m in need of a 3-month wall calendar to help schedule visits from all our northern friends.
First, I selected the paint strips I wanted from a sample book. I decided to use 3 color waves, one for each month. Each strip showcased 7 paint blocks, one for each day of the week.
Secondly, I trimmed each strip, using a paper cutter. I tried to cut most of the writing off the strip.
Next, I bought a ready-to-use frame from Michael’s. I thought a simple white one would give a modern look. I then cut a piece of white posterboard to fit the frame. I glued the paint strips to the posterboard, arranging them in 3 color blocks.
After putting the frame back together, all I need to do to complete this paint chip calendar is to buy a black dry-erase pen. Months, days, and even additional notes can be added to the calendar as needed (just write on top of the glass – it wipes off easily!)
I love the colors!
Great idea? Do you think the little squares can be cut at a half to fit more months?
I don’t see why not!
A clever idea, Wendy, and so pretty. I like the architectural feel of it.
Amalia
xo
Thanks Amalia!
Such a great colourful idea! Sure would make it much more easier to schedule out things using this every day!!
I have another yearly calendar that I framed and now use with dry erase markers, and it really does help keep things organized!
Wendy, I just love this idea!! How great to pick colors to compliment your decor. You are my feature pick for TaDa Thursday, congrats!!
Oh wow! Thanks for featuring me. And thanks for stopping by!
Such a great and colorful idea. I can see using this in other ways as well. but as a vacation rental owner, I have dry erase calendars in the closets for the housekeepers and I like to have one in my office…I like this much better than the plane white ones.
Thanks Debbie, and thanks for stopping by! I’m really into making my own dry erase calendars; they are so practical yet can be a piece of art as well.
Great idea! You did a really nice job with this and it’s going to look great in your condo. Have fun being a snowbird!
Thank you!