2009 Monitor Calendar Strips

I finally printed my own monitor calendar strip for 2009 even though I created them early in October, but just never got around to print one. I originally created the calendars in 2008 and the feedback was so positive that I just had to keep on repeating it. I really like to have the calendar attached to the frame of the monitor, it is very helpful.

While I am on the subject of calendars. I also have the 2009 version of the popular dodecahedron calendar with different backgrounds. It is easy to make if you glue it in the right order.

My CD case calendars were quite popular Christmas presents. I give them to my friends and family in the case the first year and then I can them send refills the next year.
I created my version to be printed on double sided brochure paper (I get mine at Staples), this way there are not too many pages to cram into the case.

All calendar templates are free and you can download them at the following pages:

I can created custom calendars with your own pictures that you can then print out. If you are interested email me.

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