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MY FRUGALITY IS SHOWING........................AGAIN.....


You know me.....if I can make something instead of buying it....I will.

It's the end of the year....and I did not have a new 2013 calendar...but I had already booked some 2013 appointments.....so....I made my own.

Downloaded some free printable calendars on google....covered an old composition book with some old papers and lace I had on hand.....and instant calendar for 2013.



I didn't really care if it was the "prettiest" calendar on the block....I just wanted something I could use....and NOT PAY $15.00 to $20.00 for.

Being frugal ROCKS!!

hugs,

Jo

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  1. NanaDianaNovember 19, 2012 at 2:38 PM

    Jo- That is just darling. You could probably sell those! Really, really cute idea- xo Diana

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  2. AnonymousNovember 19, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    Oh my gosh I never thought of doing this, we were just talking about this yesterday, my husband bought a calendar at the checkout in Walmart because it was only a dollar, this is a great idea!!!

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  3. mxtodis123November 19, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    What a fantastic idea. I absolutely love it. Wish I were as creative as you are.

    Wishing you an yours a fantastic holiday, my friend.
    Mary

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  4. Blondie's JournalNovember 19, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    I think the calender is very cute! Good idea to make one now, I tend to put all my New Year appointments on scraps of paper! lol!

    XO,
    Jane

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  5. Starting Over, Accepting Changes - MaybeNovember 19, 2012 at 5:16 PM

    You not only have a very nice calendar for next year but you have the year scheduled! I am in awe.

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  6. the wild magnoliaNovember 19, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    your frugality has lit my fire. now i will design my own. you are totally awesome.

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  7. Debra She Who SeeksNovember 19, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    I would love to do something similar! Someday I'll have the time to devote myself to such fun projects.

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  8. ChristelNovember 19, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    You know Jo, your gorgeous photos would make a wonderful calendar!! This one is very sweet, and being frugal is a great thing! Why waste hard earned money on something you can make..and make just as nice to suit your own needs! Happy Thanksgiving Jo, to you, and yours xoxo Christel

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  9. Serena LewisNovember 19, 2012 at 9:19 PM

    What a great idea, Jo, and it looks pretty good to me!

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  10. UnknownNovember 19, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    And so does your calendar! That is so creative! :D

    Hugs,

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  11. AnonymousNovember 21, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    awe...what a beautiful calendar! Love your creativity! Big hugs, xoxo

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