A Beautiful Yellow Pattern

This wall is striking...It was a DIY project. 

{via Apartment Therapy}

Much to my surprise, I saw the same pattern the next day but on fabric.

{via Poppytalk}

I really like herringbone and chevron patterns, so this is right up my alley.  It's not the perfect uniform pattern that requires loads of precise taping but is a little more freehand.  I think I've just been inspired to paint something similar with my acrylics.  =)

The beginnings of a new idea

I started thinking yesterday about possibly designing a 2011 gocco printed calendar.  Anyone familiar with the rising costs of gocco supplies knows that this is just crazy talk.  Anyhow, I'm imagining a desk calendar that would consist of twelve 5"x7" prints that are separate sheets rather than bound together.

Here is an example of the type of calendar I am describing:

Stelie Designs

Some come with a little jewel case like this one or sometimes people pin up each month as the the time comes.  My idea is to have Mr. CP design a wooden block with a slot that the cards can stand in.  It seems a little more substantial and natural than clear plastic.  I've also seen some small easels that might work, but they might be a tad short for a 5"x7" print.

Each month's print would be a different color and contain a theme related to that month.  I also toyed around with having the colors relate to birthstones as well.  All this would require a minimum of 12 screens and 24 bulbs though....ouch.  And if I am going to have these ready for people to purchase by the gift-giving season, I'd have to get started pronto!