Well, how much do I love my blog readers? SO much! Last week I showed you something new I was working on and didn’t have a name yet. I got 7 wonderful suggestions! After some discussion with the family, we all thought that the “Pocketin Board” was the most appropriate name for it – thanks Maria! A bit quirky, to get folks attention, but still (I hope) completely figure out-able. What’s a “Pocketin Board”? It is a pretty bulletin board – with pockets!
So, I’ve been working on a VERY detailed tutorial with LOTS of photos, but it isn’t done yet – hopefully by tomorrow. (it is NOW! here it is!) In the meantime, my two boards are in action, so I thought I’d provide you with a couple of in situ shots to whet your appetite.
My small Pocketin Board was made to fit above the telephone:
I also made a much larger one. I’ve got a wonderful, HUGE calendar from Daisy Janie (OOH! They’re on sale for 50% off – go buy one!) (Oh, and if you do buy one, tell her I sent you!) I wanted to hang the calendar on the wall that leads into the kitchen, so I made this one to fit exactly on that wall:
I love this larger one – not only does it have plenty of space for my calendar but it has a larger wonky house, 1 for each family member, so the thought is that something for that person could be thumbtacked on their house.
I’ve also added a pocket for a 5″ x 8″ size pad for shopping lists or larger notes than the smaller 1/4 sheet scrap paper notes.
Hopefully I’ll have a tutorial ready for you tomorrow!
My name is Candy Glendening...and I’m addicted to color! I dye fabric so I can have just the hue & texture I want, and then use it to make art quilts and “everyday art”.
My name is Candy Glendening,and I’m addicted to color! I dye fabric so I can have just the hue & texture I want, and then use it to make art quilts and “everyday art”.
Ice for keg, eh? Likes a lot!! Looks great, Candy. Thanks for sharing the sale!
Just love it Candy
Seriously cool! I love the personal spots you made for everyone. And the pencil pockets are a necessity!! Nice job, Candy!!
Yet another thing to add to my wish list of Candy’s creations…awesome!
That’s neato! How does the calendar stay up there?
Wow! these are awesome! I love the new name too!
I super love the bigger board with everyone’s names on the wonky houses! too much awesome!!!
Oh yeah, how does the board stick on the wall?
I love it Candy! So colorful and functional
I think I read that you brew with your students!? Joe’s got a homebrew set up here – Love it!
Candy, I love it, Love It, LOVE IT! The houses are whimsy and pockets are perfect.
LOVE IT! I can’t wait to see the tutorial! As soon as I move into a new home I’m totally going to make one for myself!
You’re welcome sweetie! Glad you guys liked the name!!
I’m so glad I could help out!
Super cute idea! I love all the names on the houses so you can leave personal reminders for each other. Thanks for sharing!
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