Thirteen lovely selections from Enchanted Forest in 2017 Wall Calendar Format  printed on medium weight white card stock
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<div id="video-block-R3DF76SJAPS8P7" class="a-section a-spacing-small a-spacing-top-mini video-block"></div><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/C1iFGF8XwxS.mp4" class="video-url"><input type="hidden" name="" value="https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71HxkCNcTVS.png" class="video-slate-img-url">&nbsp;This is a spiral bound 2017 calendar based on some of the artwork from Johanna Basford's popular coloring book Enchanted Forest.  I must say that of her coloring books available at this time, Enchanted Forest may be my favorite so I was really pleased to find this calendar for my craft room.  I recently picked up my copy of this calendar at my local big box store.

The original coloring book was printed on a cream tone paper but the calendar is printed on white.  The calendar is the standard 12 x 12 inch wall calendar and is larger than the original book (approximately  10 x 10 inches.)  It looks as if the designs were enlarged for the calendar format.

Because of the enlarged designs, I think that this might be a great way for someone with fine motor or vision issues to have an opportunity to color some of Ms. Basford's designs.  In the book, the details may have been a little too intricate for some people and the enlarged designs in the calendar may be just the right size for those individuals.  It could be a great holiday gift.

There are holidays listed for a variety of English speaking countries, including the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland.

In addition to the pictures for each month, there is also one on the reverse side of the cover which is opposite a four-month segment of calendar for the last four months of 2016.  The cover can also be colored and has pretty gold foil accents.

I purchased the Secret Garden Calendar last year and I think that the paper used in this calendar is superior to that.  I also really like the spiral binding instead of the staple binding of the older calendar.  The paper is a medium weight card stock in white.

This is what I found while coloring in this calendar and testing the paper with my coloring medium.

13 Enlarged drawings from the Enchanted Forest coloring book.

Designs are printed on one side of page with calendar on the reverse, except the first design which has the cover on the reverse.

Paper is medium weight chipboard, white and non-perforated.

Spiral binding

Designs do not cross over the binding area and stop short of the hole at the top of the page (for hanging purposes.)

Alcohol-based markers bleed through quickly.

Water-based markers, India ink pens and gel pens did not bleed through the page. Some gel pens needed extra drying time.  I suggest that you test any wet medium to see if you get leak through with the brand that you use.

Colored pencils work well with this slightly rough paper.  I was able to put down good pigment, layer same and multiple colors, and blend using a blending stick.  This was true of both oil and wax-based pencils.

I am using the 12 x 12 inch piece of cardboard as a surface under my working page.  I am also using a 12 x 12 inch card stock for my blotter page (found these at my local craft store fairly inexpensively.)  This keeps damage from ink that seeps through the page at a minimum.

I personally don't care if the ink messes with the calendar page on the back, so I will use wet or dry medium depending on my mood.  The cover and the picture below are the ones that I will use only colored pencils on as I don't want seeping ink on either of those pages.
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This is a very pretty card - good card stock & not overly sentimental.  The little crystal diamonds on the gold foil flowers are a nice added touch.

Amazon ships this card packaged in a clear plastic envelope protector so it arrives pristine.
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Every year I buy Spirit of the Wolf box calendar by Willow Creek Press and every day it pleases me turn the day and enjoy the new photo of these stunning animals in the wild. Gorgeous.
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Beautiful photos adorn this calendar.  Large date boxes easily allow for writing event and notes.
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Colorful, well laid out calendar book that includes uplifting quotes.
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Beautiful artwork by Susan Winget helps me enjoy this highly sturdy Lang calendar each year. The pictures are calming and very pretty. I would highly recommend this calendar to anyone.
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These are beautiful, especially on white card stock.
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This is so perfect. Beautiful pictures as expected by Wyland! I will enjoy looking at this calendar all year. Thank you.
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Beautiful wall calendar printed on paper that is easy to write on. The shares for each date is about 1.75"x2", which is just the right size for me to write on.
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This book is full of beautiful and sometimes whimsical holiday images. Well drawn, I believe that I am going to have a great time coloring them. The value of these books far exceeds that small price that is charged.
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My Calendar came wrapped in a box with bubble wrap.
In the box it had it's own Envelope. The envelope was printed like the picture shown on the front. On the back it shows the different pictures and calendar. Beautiful and sturdy. It had a slot that it closed into it easily opened.
It is made well. A good thickness for the paper. I have no concerns of tearing.
The pictures are classic and to me wonderful. The sayings are subtle and enjoyable.
Now for the calendar. It is gridded well. The numbers  and days of the week are easily read which is important to me..  A dark brown.
It doesn't look like a cold office calendar it looks warm and inviting.
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This calendar offers a wonderful presention of Audubon's incredible bird paintings.  The prints are of good quality and guarantee to bring enjoyment in the coming year.  I wished each print had been labeled or an identification key had been provided.
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This is a beautiful calendar!  In fact, the pictures are worth framing.  I highly recommend, and will buy again.
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This calendar is absolutely beautiful and the pictures are so lifelike and suitable for framing once you are done with the calendar. There is plenty of room to write down important dates and I just love it!!!
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Beautiful calendar. I still leave it hanging up every year for the sake of the pictures. Ended up putting favorite quotes and my own poems on there too to enhance and compliment the loveliness.
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This is an absolute must for any Disney lover.  The quality of this calendar is great.  The cover is a matte black and the inside pages are a high gloss.  Each month has a beautiful full page photo with another full page calendar grid below.  Each month also includes important Disney World dates and tips.  I follow all of these photographers on Facebook, Instagram and Flickr.  It is really cool to see their work in printed form.  I definitely recommend buying one of these.  A little Disney World every day makes me smile.  I have one at work and home!
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I love the drawings and words. This is first time I am buying this Calendar and I love it. It would  be a beautiful gift for friends and Family.