Frequently asked questions
What size is the calendar and how does it hang?
The calendar measures 11 × 17", with each month on a single page. It's wire-bound with a built-in hanger, so it's ready to hang on a nail or hook. A thumb hole at the top makes flipping pages easy.
When will my order ship and how much does shipping cost?
Orders ship within 1–5 business days. I ship as quickly as I can, but as a one-woman business, it sometimes takes a few days.
Need it fast? Choose Priority Shipping and leave me a note at checkout, and I'll confirm I can ship right away.
Each calendar ships in a plastic sleeve with a cardboard insert so it arrives in pristine condition.
Shipping costs are automatically calculated at checkout and vary from about $8 to $18 depending on location, shipping service, and number of calendars.
Holiday deadline: Orders placed after December 12 may not arrive before Christmas.
Do you offer discounts on multiple calendars?
Yes! Buy more, save more:
- 20% off 3 or more calendars with code BULKGIFT3
- 25% off 10 or more calendars with code BULKGIFT10
Ordering client gifts or a larger quantity? Email me at hello@shelbythayneart.com for custom options and pricing, including personalized cards and gift-wrapping.
Do you offer gift-wrapping?
Yes! Gift-wrapping is complimentary: kraft paper, a pretty ribbon, and a handwritten note. Just leave a note at checkout to request wrapping and leave your gift message.
Want to add a card? Pick one from the shop and I'll write your message inside, or leave it blank so you can write it yourself.
I can ship straight to the recipient or to you. If you're sending to more than one address, please place a separate order for each.
What pens work best on the calendar?
The pages have a smooth, satin finish with a soft sheen, so gel pens will smear.
For smudge-free writing, I recommend a fine permanent marker. My favorite is the Staedtler Lumocolor Permanent Pen. Ballpoint pens, felt-tip pens, and pencils work well too.
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How is the calendar made?
Every month starts as an original watercolor, painted by hand with high-quality pigments on cotton paper in my home studio in Rexburg, Idaho. Each painting is scanned at high resolution so the color and texture come through on the page.
I design the entire calendar grid myself, print through a local printer on thick 80 lb cover cardstock, and ship every calendar to you directly from my studio.
Can I frame the artwork after the year is over?
Yes, and it's one of my favorite things about this calendar! Every page is printed single-sided, so when a month ends, trim the page from the wire binding and cut out the painting.
Each artwork is 9 × 11". Trim it down slightly to 8 × 10" and it fits a standard 8 × 10 frame, or an 11 × 14 frame with an 8 × 10 mat.
Keep them for your own walls, or frame them as thoughtful little gifts all year long. That's twelve paintings from one calendar.
Can I get a different size, or a version without holidays?
Not at this time. My calendars are printed in bulk at a local print shop, so I'm not able to customize size or printed details.
That said, I love hearing what you'd like to see in future designs. Send me a note anytime!
Do you sell wholesale?
Yes! Shop owners can find my calendars and greeting cards on Faire.