If you’re looking for a unique and functional craft to brighten up your desk or give as a gift, this DIY stacked calendar is perfect! With a pre-made design available in Cricut Design Space, creating this project is quick and easy. Each month is beautifully layered in a floral design, with both the calendar and backing cut and drawn by your Cricut Joy Xtra. Follow this step-by-step guide to bring your project to life.
Materials Needed:
• Cricut Joy Xtra (or other compatible Cricut machine)
• Cardstock in your preferred colors
• Cricut StandardGrip mat
• Cricut Pen (fine-point for drawing)
• Glue or double-sided adhesive
• Optional: Ribbon, magnets, or a small stand for display
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Access the Pre-Made Design
1. Open Cricut Design Space on your device.
2. Search for a stacked calendar template in the design library. Look for one featuring a floral or scalloped edge, similar to the style shown here.
3. Customize the design if desired (e.g., change font styles or colors).
Step 2: Load Your Cricut Mat
1. Place a piece of cardstock onto your Cricut StandardGrip mat, ensuring it is securely adhered.
2. Load the mat into your Cricut machine.
Step 3: Cut and Draw
1. The pre-made design will already include the drawing operation for the calendar dates and the cutting operation for the scalloped edges.
2. Insert the Cricut Pen into the machine for drawing, then press “Go.”
3. Once the machine finishes drawing, it will automatically switch to cutting. Repeat this process for all 12 months.
Step 4: Create the Backing
1. Cut an extra scalloped shape from a thicker piece of cardstock to use as the calendar backing.
2. If desired, glue multiple layers together to add more stability.
Step 5: Assemble the Calendar
1. Stack the months in chronological order, starting with January on top and December on the bottom.
2. Attach the stack to the backing using glue, a brad, or ribbon to make it easy to flip through the months.
Step 6: Add Finishing Touches
• Add embellishments like stickers, metallic accents, or ribbon to make your calendar stand out.
• If gifting, consider adding a magnet or stand for easy display.
Enjoy Your Calendar!
Your 2025 stacked calendar is now ready to display or gift. Thanks to Cricut Design Space’s pre-made designs, creating this beautiful and functional project has never been easier.
Share your finished projects with us—we’d love to see your creativity! Happy crafting!