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Chalkboards are no longer relegated only to the classroom. With today’s variety of chalkboard paint, you can create custom memo boards, labels, art and even one of a kid pieces of jewelry. If you are looking for unique crafts chalkboard paint is a crafter’s best friend. Continue reading to learn about the numerous uses for this customizable paint.
Chalkboard paint can be purchased at your local hardware store; however, you can make your own chalkboard paint for a lot less. Chalkboard paint is made by mixing non-sanded grout with latex paint. The following recipe will provide you with a high quality chalkboard paint for just a few dollars more than a quart of paint.
Chalkboard Paint Recipe
- 1 quart of latex paint
- 1/2 cup non-sanded grout
- 1 large bucket
- Paint mixer for a power drill
Pour your latex paint into a large bucket and add the non-sanded grout to the paint. Attach paint mixer to power drill and mix until the grout is totally mixed in (approximately 3-5 minutes)
* Tip: Use flat or satin latex paint for best results. If, however, you have some leftover semi-gloss or gloss paint, you can mix it with some ceiling paint to help tone down the sheen.
Paint your project and allow it to dry for at least two days. Then rub chalk all over the newly painted surface and wipe the surface with a dry towel. This will help the project become ready to hold the chalk without skipping.
Now that you know how to make your own chalkboard paint, you are ready to begin creating masterpieces. Whether you paint a wall or make crafts chalkboard paint allows you to customize a piece and change it as often as you want. Try some of the following crafts to enhance the function and design of your home.
Chalkboard Memo Board
Memo boards are the perfect way to stay organized. Rather than a traditional chalkboard or whiteboard, why not take a gorgeous frame, remove the glass and paint it with chalkboard paint. Hang it in your kitchen for an easy way to write out a grocery list.
Cookie Tin Storage
Do you have cookie tins around your house that are not being used? Why not paint them with chalkboard paint and use them to store craft items, art supplies and more?
Place Cards
Chalkboard paint can be painted on card stock to create place cards. Cut the card stock into interesting shapes, paint it with chalkboard paint, write each guest name on a card stock and place to help guests know where to sit. This allows you to use the same place cards over and over.
Chalkboard Paint and Wine Bottles
Did you know you can create gorgeous decorations with nothing more than empty wine bottles, chalk and chalkboard paint? Paint the outside of a group of wine bottles and decorate them using your favorite chalk colors. This project allows you to change your decor with the seasons for no more than the cost of a pack of chalk.
Do you want to get crafty? Look no further than this article for easy to do crafts. If you enjoy creating crafts chalkboard paint can help you create ones that can change from day to day or season to season.
