It’s time, again, to start the exciting hunt for the “perfect” calendar for next year. Over the past few years calendars seem to have taken on a new art. We’re no longer stuck with the options at the mall kiosks. Now, more and more independent artists are getting their work out there through blogs and online shops such as Etsy. Here’s a few that have caught my eye recently…and a cool project idea from one of our books, if you’re in the market for making one yourself!

Snow & Graham: love the size of this one. It's like a new piece of art for your wall each month

Oipul's: This sparse modern version is clean to look at, but some might think begs for added design elements. It's a great choice for a doodler who wants to add their own design each month

Elle's Studio: These colorful cards could be tacked to a bulletin board as a casual monthly calendar or used on date-themed scrapbook layouts

Crystal Jeffrey Rieger: This calendar was featured in Ask the Master's, Making the Most of your Scrapbook Supplies. Crystal used a dry erase board to create this calendar, which is awesome because it gives you the opportunity to wipe the slate clean every month!

Oven Door Owl: I bought my 2008 calendar from this etsy shop, and I'm loving the colors for 2009 just as much as last year. If you like playful typography, then I'd recommend checking her shop out

Do you plan on buying or making your calendar for next year? Leave us a comment and share your favorite date-themed finds!

Eileen