How to Make a Dry Erase Calendar [it's easy, folks]

Take a look at this, because it's going to change my life [that's a lot of pressure for a dry-erase board, isn't it?!]. In an effort to get myself & my family organized, I made this dry-erase calendar. Want to know the best part? It was free because I used stuff I already had around the house. Here's how you can make one [and change your life] too!

Here's how it all began: Klimt's The Kiss, a framed poster from my college days. I'll always love his work, but it was time to say "Bu-bye" to the poster since it's been in storage for about 10 years [plus it grosses out my kids, heehee]. I just painted the frame white [cuz' I pretty much paint everything white these days.]

Then I went to my "stash" and found some sheets that I love [I purchased them about 5 years ago... Even though they didn't match any rooms... And they didn't fit any beds in my house... And I knew I wouldn't actually use them for their designed purpose. No, I'm not a hoarder. I just know awesome sheets when I see them, haha!]. After ironing them once or twice [maybe three times...] they looked great!

I removed the cardboard backing and applied the fabric to it. I left a one inch boarder on all sides and then used a glue gun to secure the edges. I didn't bother to make perfect, fancy edges because the frame will cover all those details anyway.

Now for the calendar. Using the dry erase marker [in case I change my mind and no longer need a calendar... Not going to happen, though], I measured out my calendar and drew it using a straight edge.

Now for the tricky part [or at least as "tricky" as I get]. I flipped the drawn-out calendar side toward my fabric. See?! Now I have a calendar, but it won't erase [well... unless I flip it over and erase it, anyway].

And that's it! Now I simply fill in the dates and I have an awesome calendar. Want to know a bonus? I left extra room at the bottom to write each day's dinner menu. The kids love being able to check and see what's to look forward to each evening [or not look forward to], and I love having everything so handy! Not bad for FREE!