Rustic ‘Days Until…’ Count Down Calendar


If you like rustic decor, you will love this DIY. You can make your own rustic “Days Until” count down calendar in minutes. By painting your frame a neutral color like white, you can re-use this countdown all year – days till Christmas, vacation, school, birthdays, and more!

Difficulty level: Beginner
Time required: 20 minutes
Age range: Any age

Things you’ll need:
Chicken wire display frame
White Apple Barrel Acrylic Paint
Foam brush
Mini clothespins
Round wooden number ornaments or numbers printed on paper

Things to do:
1. Cover your work area with newspaper and gather materials.

2. Use a foam brush to paint the outside and outer edges of the chicken wire frame with white paint. Allow 15- 20 minutes for the paint to completely dry.

3. Print oversize numbers on white paper or use round wooden number ornaments. Attach to your chicken wire frame with mini clothespins to create your own special “days until” count down. Change numbers daily as you count down the days!

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