The chalkboard trend has been going strong for a few years now.
And I still love chalkboards.
I think black chalkboards are timeless and I especially like the little creative wood slice ones like these below, which I've had pinned for I'd say about a year now.
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So, last month, I finally decided to make my own.
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It was really simple.
A bit therapeutic...like coloring inside the lines.
Supplies:
Foam Brush
Chalkboard Paint (a little goes a long way)
Wood Slice (I purchased mine at Michaels)
Chalk
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I began painting along the natural line of the grain.
I waited for the first coat to dry completely and then painted a second coat.
Once dry, season the chalkboard by running the chalk sideways all over the board.
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If you want your design to be permanent, spray with one coat of matte/flat poly.
These would be such cute wedding gifts, just add a claw hook/hanger to the back.
I know I'll be changing mine up for each season and love how it turned out.
It's a fun and simple craft, perfect for completing while watching a movie ;)
XO,
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