Some of the best craft projects are born from a need. You’ve heard the adage “necessity is the mother of invention,” right? And I was in need of a big, easy-to-use wall calendar for our beach condo.
If you followed my Midcentury Modern Makeover series, you know I renovated a dated Florida condo into a modern nest. And yes, it is technically our “snowbird” retreat, which means we try to spend 3 winter months there yearly. Hence, I was in need of a 3-month wall calendar to help schedule events and visits from all our northern friends. I came up with the idea of a colorful paint chip calendar that would not only be functional but also a whimsical piece of art.
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supplies needed:
- paint sample books
- paper cutter
- poster board
- store-bought frame
instructions:
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 chose a simple white one for 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.
Once framed, all I needed to do was 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!)
The biggest compliment is a little share – pin the photo below!
What a fun idea!
This really is a great idea to reuse old paint chip fan decks. I have a pile of them that needed an idea. This post will be a feature this week. Thanks for sharing. #HomeMattersParty
Bonjour, Wendy!
What size frame did you use?
Merci,
Susie
The frame size is 24″ x 36″
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!