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How to Design a Motivational Calendar in 3 Easy Steps

August 23, 2023 · Updated July 10, 2026 Printerpix Editorial Team

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Mondays can be tough, but with a bit of inspiration and creativity, you can add a touch of motivation to your workspace. In this blog post, we’ll show you how to create a unique desktop calendar that not only features your favourite photos but also includes uplifting quotes or sayings to brighten up your day, every day. So, whether you want to create a calendar for yourself or as a gift, let’s get started!

1. Selecting Your Photos

Personalised desktop photo calendar open to January 2024, printed with a photo of a woman kissing a cat, displayed beside a plant and alarm clock

Pick your favourite photos to represent each month of the photo calendar. Make sure to pick a stunning shot for your front cover (how about that epic trip of a lifetime?) Before you create a calendar, decide on the layout, so you know which special photo will represent each month.

If you’re creating a calendar for yourself, select photos of family, friends, and adorable pets to bring a smile to your face. If it’s a gift for your travel-loving friend, go for images of far-flung places you’ve visited together and all those unforgettable adventures. And for Grandma’s personalised calendar, make sure to include photos of the kids!

2. Choosing Quotes

Personalised desktop photo calendar open to January 2024, printed with a photo of three women laughing together, displayed on a desk

Take your pick of favourite sayings, whether they’re from a motivational book, lyrics that get you grooving, or just some feel-good words. Pair those quotes with your photos, and if you’re feeling a bit playful, mix and match them! You can also scour Instagram or Tumblr to include in your personalised calendar.

3. Getting Creative

You get to decide where your calendar journey begins – do you want to kick it off in January, or perhaps make a start in the middle of the year? Customise your calendar to match your unique style, including the theme and background colour. You can opt for the timeless elegance of classic white or black backgrounds, or go all out with vibrant colours and patterns.

Play around with the photo sizes and placements, and don’t be afraid to try out different fonts, sizes, and colours for a one-of-a-kind, personalised touch!

Finalising Your Calendar

Once your photo calendar is complete, simply add to cart and wait to see the finished product. With a motivational calendar on your desk or on the wall, you have a daily reminder to stay focused, inspired, and motivated to reach your goals and achieve many amazing things. Happy creating!

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About Printerpix Editorial Team

We're the editorial team behind the Printerpix blog. We write about personalised photo gifts, covering photo books, canvas prints, custom blankets, personalised calendars and gifts for every occasion. Our content is produced by writers who work closely with Printerpix product and design teams, drawing on real knowledge of how these products are made. We focus on practical advice: gift ideas that work, honest buying guides and how-to tips that link directly to the products we make and stand behind. Printerpix delivers personalised photo gifts to customers around the world.

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