Recycle, eh!

I've blogged before on how you can create envelopes and cards by recycling magazines and junk mail. Well, you can do the same with old calendars. Because the quality of the calendar pages is usually heavier, they're excellent for envelopes.  It's not hard. You can also make gift bags,  paper beads, book marks or use them as gift wrap for small gifts. If the pictures are really nice, why not frame a few?

Decoupage is another way to go. You can decoupage boxes, trays, flower pots; heck, I've even covered a chest of drawers in old calendar pages.