Altered Cookie Sheet Calendar

Now that a few days have past..I thought I would post another project for you to do. I decided on an Altered Cookie Sheet Calendar which isnt really all that hard to make but, can be time consuming depending on which route you want to go. The best part about having a Cookie Sheet Calendar is....You will have it for years to come and, it is great for a present too!! Here is a picture of one that I have made.

So, lets get started!! Listed below are the supplies you will need. Depending on how you want to make your calendar...will depend on the supplies you will need soooo, some items will be listed as OPTIONAL. Just be creatative and have fun with it!!

SUPPLIES:

* Cookie Sheet (mine is 10" x 15") Make sure it is metal so the magnets will stick!!

* Sciccors

* Glue

* Ruler

* Embellishments

* Magnets

* Ribbon

* Cardstock

* Eyelets (2 Large Ones)

* Markers (optional)

* Pin Striping (optional) I used 1/8" in thickness. You can purchase this at any Automotive Store or Office Depot has it but I'm not sure what they call it there.

Ready to get started and be creative?!?!?! Remember...sky's the limit!! Make this the way YOU want it!!

STEP #1

Measure out your cookie sheet for the pin striping to be applied (this is optional....I have seen calendars made without this step added and it looks great!!) I measured each square 1-1/2" leaving the left side of the calendar with 3" inches untouched. This is so that you will be able to add your monthly title blocks which, we will get to that part a little bit later. Make sure you leave enough room to add each day of the week along the top!! Mine is 1/2" (half inch) x 1-1/2".

All I did with the days of the week was....pick out the color I wanted and printed it out on cardstock in the size that I needed to fit the area....then just glued it down.

STEP #2

Now that we have gotten that part done...it is time to make little squares out of cardstock to fit in each outlined box. (this is where each numbered day of the week will go) Pick out the color cardstock that you want to use. (I picked out the same color as the days of the week which is located at the top of the calendar) Mine are 1" x 1" plus I glued mine down to a heavier backing to make it more stable and durable. I also used a marker (optional) to make a border around each square that I made. Remember....there are some months that have 31 days in them plus....I made extras for holidays and birthdays.

Step #3

Let the fun begin!! Here you will embellish your squares to your liking. Use what ever you can find...game pieces, bottle caps, chipboard, foam anything that will fit on your squares. Once you have finished making them...add you magnets to the back of them. Below is a picture of the calendar and the extra holiday/birthday squares that I made.

STEP #4

Title Block Time!! Yay This is where it can be time consuming depending on which route you would like to go. There are a few different ways of doing the Titles:

* Print your own in your own font

* Buy them already made (which cost around 4.99 each)

* Make your own

I chose to make my own in a 3-D effect. I used a site for my patterns. Here is the link to the site I used. Title Blocks at Just Jinger I'm sure there are many sites out there but, this one is what I was looking for with the raised lettering/embellishments. Remember to add your magnets!! I put mine on either end plus in the middle for extra strength. Below is a picture of a few of the titles that I have made...remember, its your calendar so....the sky's the limit!!

Step #5

Adding the Eyelets/Ribbon so you will be able to hang your Calendar!! Woohoo This is also optional. I prefer mine hanging so this is what I did. I first drilled a hole in the top of the cookie sheet, measuring in about 2-1/2" from either side and marking it. Leaving about 9" from eyelet to eyelet. (You could also use a very large nail and hammer to make the hole). Now, the hard part....I then placed the eyelets in the hole and taped them on the outside so the eyelets wouldnt fall out while trying to attach them. Once that is done....pull your ribbon through one of the eyelets and keep tieing knot after knot until it doesnt come through the eyelet. Do the same to the other side.

NOTE: Whether using a drill or a large nail to make the holes....make sure they are big enough so your eyelet will be able to fit through the holes. Also, start off with a small bit, then work your way up in size (with the bit) until you get the right size opening for the eyelet.

STEP #6

Whewwwww....Your on the home stretch to finishing your calendar!! YAY The last and final step is the back. I made pockets to store the monthly title blocks. You can use envelopes or make your own. I made my own using file folders. All I did was make 3 boxs then glue it down to the back, storing 4 titles in each box. If using a envelope...I recommend you use one that is sturdy enough to hold all the titles!! I would also seal the envelope closed, then open the side of it where you can place the titles in long ways.

Now that your done...I hope you will enjoy your Altered Cookie Sheet Calendar for years to come!! Not only will you have fun changing out the months....your children/grandchildren will too!! LOL

Thanks for visiting my blog and I hope you will continue to come back for more creative crafts that I will be posting!! hugzzzzzz