Skip to main content

DIY Dollar Tree Block Calendar Redesign

 Hi everyone. 
How have you all been? It has been hot out! So we're just trying to stay cool.
Are you working on any new projects? 
I recently decided to give the block calendar from Dollar Tree a completely new look.  I wanted to share this very simple redo with all of you. 
We'll be working with Mod Podge, paint, and greenery. 

Block calendar with hummingbird design displayed on a table

Video tutorial


Craft materials displayed on a table

Materials

One block calendar
Mod Podge
Decorative paper bag or napkin
Scissors
Paintbrush
Acrylic paint
Faux Greenery/foliage
Pen or pencil for tracing

Block calendar and decorative paper bag on a table

Start by taking your paper bag or napkin, and use your pen to trace the shape of your calendar.

Block calendar being traced out on decorative paper bag with pen on a table

The best way to trace your calendar out is to place your tissue paper, or paper bag over the front side of your calendar.  **Note** You could skip this step entirely and add yoMod Podgedge to your calendar and apply your napkin or paper to the surface.  I did what worked for me, but always feel free to do what works best for you.

Scissors , decorative paper bag and block calendar on a table

After, take your scissors and cut out the traced shape.
 I decided to add a thin layer of acrylic paint over the top surface of my calendar.
 I did this because I noticed when I placed my design over the top, I could still see the letters and leaf design.
 Afterward, take your paintbrush and begin to apply a thin layer of Mod Podge to the front of your calendar. 
 I know there are so many different tricks when applying Mod Podge
I apply a thin layer, place my decorative paper down over the surface, and use my blow dryer to help when applying it over Mod Podge
I take a second coat Mod Podge and add it to the paper.
 Repeating the previous steps.

Acrylic paint, paintbrush, and block calendar on a table

Next, using a smaller paint brush start to add your paint to the box section on your calendar. I painted the top, bottom, sides, and inner sections of my calendar. 

Block calendar with greenery nearby on a table

After, take your greenery and use hot glue to attach it over the top of the square block.

Completed block calendar with hummingbird design, and paint displayed on a table

Your calendar redesign is complete. I enjoyed the previous design, but I wanted a new look. I wanted something that would match my updated decor. I'll add this to my makeup counter near my vanity. I love how simple this was to completely transform this using Mod Podge, paint, and a decorative paper bag. I hope you enjoyed this redesign project just as much as I did. Thank you so much for stopping by and creating with me. I'll see you soon.

❤ Steph

Pin Share Save

Title and picture of completed block calendar for pinning on Pinterest



Labels:
Location: Colorado, USA

Comments

  1. Dee | GrammysGrid.comJuly 20, 2023 at 11:40 AM

    Looks nice. I often wonder what you do with all of your creations and I also wish you had a shop where we could purchase some of them :) Thanks so much for linking up at the #UnlimitedLinkParty 121. Pinned.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. StephanieJuly 20, 2023 at 2:14 PM

      Hi Dee! Thank you. 😊 I often reuse my supplies. Maybe I need to run a giveaway soon. I've thought about creating a shop again. 🤔

      Delete
  2. Sum of their StoriesJuly 26, 2023 at 3:34 AM

    This turned out so pretty, a lovely makeover.

    ReplyDelete
  3. Vintage Style GalJuly 30, 2023 at 8:20 AM

    You had me at bird Stephanie, love that he is the center of the show. Great makeover, thank you for sharing. Hope you are staying cool, it is hot out there.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. StephanieJuly 30, 2023 at 8:35 AM

      I found the bird design at Dollar Tree. They put it out during Spring time. Thank you for stopping by. Today it will be 93 as the high. I'll be inside. I hope you and Bentley are enjoying the sunshine.

      Delete
  4. PaulaShort March 3, 2024 at 9:46 AM

    Love this Steph! Thanks bunches for sharing this cute tutorial with Sweet Tea & Friends this month sweet friend

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. StephanieMarch 3, 2024 at 10:58 AM

      Paula, you're very welcome. 😊 Thank you for visiting.

      Delete

Post a Comment

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a comment. Your comments brighten my day. I hope that you know that it is appreciated. I do my best to respond to every comment. If you have a question, please feel free and ask away!

Popular posts from this blog

DIY Wood Riser with Floral Design

 Hello everyone! I hope you're doing well. Today, I'm excited to share a beautiful wood riser you can use to decorate your home. We'll be creating it using only a few materials, and for this project specifically, I'll be using the unfinished rectangle natural wood box from Walmart. I'll provide a detailed list of all required materials and step-by-step instructions. Video tutorial DIY Wood Riser with Floral Design Materials Unfinished rectangle natural wood box -6" x 8" x .75" 3" peg people (these are used for the legs on the wooden riser) Adhesive (I'm using Hot glue) You can also use E6000 Decorative floral napkin Mod Podge 7" One unpainted wood home word sign Scissors Paintbrush Applying paint to wood frame and home sign Begin by applying paint to the wooden box and the home word sign. Mix two paint colors together and use them for the wooden box and home sign. Adding the decorative napkin and Mod Podge Next, use scissors to cut out d
7 comments
Read more

DIY Dollar Tree Nail Polish Organizer

  Hello there! I'm delighted to have you on the blog today. Are you seeking a creative DIY idea to organize your nail polish collection? If yes, then you have come to the right place.  Today, I will share a simple and functional method to organize your nail polish collection using only three main materials. You will need stock paper, gem strips, and a three-compartment plastic organizer, all of which can be purchased from your local Dollar Tree or craft store. Video tutorial  DIY Dollar Tree Nail Polish Organizer These are the things you'll need:  A plastic three-compartment organizer  Gem strips  Shimmery cardstock (found a pack at Dollar Tree)  Hot glue  Scissors and a pencil Tracing the organizer onto cardstock  To create your nail polish organizer, first, place the plastic organizer on top of the cardstock, and trace the shape of the organizer on the cardstock using a pencil. Don't worry if it could be better, just focus on tracing the shape as accurately as possible. C
4 comments
Read more

DIY Mini Wood Lantern

  Hello everyone. I'm so excited to share this mini wood lantern craft with you all. I recently bought a box of wood tumbling blocks from Dollar Tree, and I wasn't sure what I was going to create with them. I decided since I also had some wood craft popsicle sticks on hand that I would use those with the blocks, and create a mini wood lantern. This project took around 30 minutes, but I promise you, you will just love how it all comes together with just a few materials. If you're ready, I'd love it if you created it with me!  Video tutorial Materials One pack of wood tumbling blocks  I purchased mine at my local Dollar Tree Ten wood craft popsicle sticks Paint  I'm using black paint, I also had some antique white paint on hand, but I went with black paint Hot glue Twine Faux floral, and greenery One medium-sized bead One battery-operated candle Floral snips Scissors Building the top and bottom sections of the lantern Start by taking five of your tumbling blocks. Usin
16 comments
Read more

Three Easy Mason Jar Designs

 Hello! Today we'll be making three designs for mason jars. This project is quite simple and requires only one mason jar. We'll create three themes - a star/4th of July theme, a succulent theme, and a summer floral theme. For this craft, I had everything except for my decorative buttons. I managed to find two packs of decorative buttons at my local Walmart - one had cacti designs, and the other had floral designs. I'll take you through each step of how I used these buttons for the project.   Video tutorial Materials  One mason jar- You will only need one jar for this project Foam block- We are using three sections from the foam block.  Craft knife- Used for cutting the foam block if not already cut into sections Hot glue Paint brushes Decorative buttons, or any other decorative item Floral Paint- I'm using chalk paint on my mason jar. You will also need paint for your wooden stars if you are using them. Twine Optional-Foam stars Creating your Star/4th of July design Sta
16 comments
Read more

Dollar Tree Mini Bead Floral Spring Wreaths

Transform Dollar Tree's mini bead wreaths into beautiful spring floral bead wreaths with this easy DIY tutorial. Add a touch of spring to your home decor with this creative and budget-friendly project.  I'm excited to share a quick and simple DIY project with you today. Last year, I purchased two mini bead hanging decorations displayed with the fall decor. I decided to add them to my craft stash and use them in the springtime. In this tutorial, I will show you how to create mini bead floral wreaths and provide a full list of materials needed for each step.  Dollar Tree Mini Bead Floral Spring Wreaths Video tutorial Materials Round mini beaded hanging decorations Artificial floral accents One large craft/popsicle stick Paintbrush Acrylic paint Floral cutters Hot glue/Adhesive Step one: Applying paint Before painting, remove any previous decorations such as the plaid autumn leaves that were attached to the wreaths I'm using. To start with, apply paint to your beaded wreath. Y
15 comments
Read more

Transforming Ice Cream Cups: DIY Spring Tea Cup Floral Arrangements

  Today, we'll explore a fun and easy DIY project involving repurposing plastic mini ice cream cups into beautiful spring tea cup floral arrangements. This project is a great way to add a touch of spring to your home decor.  Before throwing away those plastic cups, consider the many possibilities in creating something new.  For this project, you will only need a few materials. Our main materials for creating the faux tea cup will be the ice cream cup and air-dry clay. So, if you're ready to create this adorable and creative springtime tea cup floral decoration, let's begin! VIDEO TUTORIAL Materials Plastic ice cream cups (I am reusing two plastic ice cream cups) Spanish moss Floral Mod Podge Decorative floral napkin Artificial spring flowers Acrylic paint (I'm using white) Paintbrush  Optional- Bumblebee button and small dowel rod- Dimensions : 0.1 inches x 6 inches. Air dry clay Scissors Foam block Preparing your cups After washing your ice cream cups and drying them c
30 comments
Read more

Dollar Tree Wood Crate Floral Design

Create a beautiful floral arrangement in a wood crate from Dollar Tree! With this DIY tutorial, you'll learn how to design stunning floral creations using affordable supplies from Dollar Tree. Perfect for home decor or special occasions. Video tutorial Materials One wood house decoration One wood crate Paint Faux floral Mod Podge Decorative napkin Floral cutters Scissors Hot glue Paintbrush One pop-up sticker One craft block One craft knife (Most of my materials listed can be purchased at Dollar Tree)   Start by applying paint to your wooden house decoration. I only applied my paint on the outer and inside surfaces of the wood. Next, take your decorative napkin, and use a pencil to trace the shape of your wood house onto the napkin.  Be sure to remove the second layer of your napkin. Once you have traced out the shape, take your scissors, and cut out the shape. Afterward, take your Mod Podge, and apply a thin layer onto the inner surface of your wooden house. Place your napkin onto
18 comments
Read more

DIY Christmas Faux Foliage Wooden Crate Decoration

Hello everyone! I hope you're doing well. Can you believe it's almost December? With the holidays around the corner, it's time to add a festive touch to your home. In this easy DIY project, you'll learn how to use faux foliage and a wooden crate to create a beautiful and personalized decoration. The inspiration for this craft came from a single gift tag, and I'm excited to share it with you. So, let's get crafting together! Here's the video tutorial to guide you through the process. Here is a list of materials you will need to create your wooden Christmas crate decoration One wooden arch decor- 5''x7'' One wooden crate-Dollar Tree Rectangular Wooden crate Christmas foliage One gift tag One sanding block Paintbrush Acrylic paint Optional: Mod Podge, mini bow, and faux snow Applying paint to arch wood decor and crate To start, apply acrylic paint to your arch wood. Begin with white paint and apply two coats, using a blow dryer to dry each coat.
9 comments
Read more