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Diy Chalkboard

a fun and creative chalkboard

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/diy-chalkboard • Posted by Jenzr

I was at the craft store and found some cool chalkboard paint and decided to give it a try. This is what I came up with. The fun part is you don't have to use any of the stuff I did. As long as you buy the chalkboard paint($3.49) you can paint on any surface!

You will need

Project Budget
Cheap

Time

0 h 20

Difficulty

Pretty Easy
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Description

I was at the craft store and found some cool chalkboard paint and decided to give it a try. This is what I came up with. The fun part is you don't have to use any of the stuff I did. As long as you buy the chalkboard paint($3.49) you can paint on any surface!

Instructions

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    You will need to begin with a piece of cardboard or card-stock and paint it with the chalkboard paint.

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    You will need to add 2 coats of paint and make sure to let dry 1 hour between each coat. This will ensure a nice even finish.

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    YOu then write on your new chalkboard to condition it and make sure the chalk will stay. Just rub the chalk around, Now you have a new chalkboard! You may then leave it like this or follow the next step for a creative touch.

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    I then added ribbon between the chalkboard and the leopard printed cardboard to create a seamless effect. (My cutting was awful)

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    You can then add a few more accents to it to make it more personalized. I had a few faux gems and decided to add them. You can add bows or stickers or whatever you have laying around! thats the fun part, being creative and making something unique!

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    AND NOW YOU HAVE A NEW COOL CHALKBOARD!