I know. I'm losing it. Someone, please commit me.
To padded -chalkboard walls.
I can't help myself. I love chalkboard paint!
I found this ugly tray for $1 at a garage sale (there was a price tag on the back for $19.99! I pity the poor soul who paid that much!)
Since I already had some half-used cans of spray paint and chalkboard paint, I'm pretty sure this is the cheapest DIY project I've ever done.
And they say money can't buy happiness. P'shaw.
I primed the tray and after it dried, I spray painted it with a Satin Ivory:
Already looks better, huh?
I used a sponge brush and applied several coats of chalkboard paint.
So easy.
And now if could just have the message on the board come true!
When repurposing an item for a chalkboard:
- Look at the shape of the item.
- Don't let the material scare you away. You can paint over old art, metal, mirrors, plastic, anything!
- Prime first.
- Use a sponge brush to apply chalkboard paint
- Be brave and have fun! You can NEVER have too many chalkboards!
I stumbled upon a package of chalkboard wallpaper at a discount store for $5 a package:
I've been wanting to try this out and I had the perfect spot for it: the inside doors to my craft cabinet. (Yes, I know it's a mess, it's on my to do list!)
Before:
After:
Seriously, I applied this stuff in two minutes flat! I think it's great and it was a lot easier than paint, but not as cheap.
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