Chalkboards. Wipe Boards. Magnet Boards.
All a means of communication — with versatility & creativity!
I thought I’d share a super easy and fun…
DIY Chalkboard made with Plywood.
Alrighty, let’s grab a few Supplies:
Dremel or Jigsaw
Sheet of Plywood (we used 1/4″)
Sand Paper
Primer (Spray Paint)
Chalkboard Paint
Paint Brush or Roller
{as you can see, I took this picture after the wood was cut. silly me}
First things first. You’ll need to trace or sketch the outline for your chalkboard.
Now you’re set to cut. We {love} our Dremel. It is so versatile!
Once its cut out, you’ll want to put the sand paper bit on to clean up your edges.
I always complete the job with a fine sand paper too. I like smooth edges.
The next few steps are pretty basic. Ready?
Drill Holes. Prime. Paint. String with Twine or Ribbon.
Easy Breezy, Right?
I used Annie Sloan Chalk Paint.
Chalk Paint Colors: Versailles (Left) and Napoleonic Blue (Right)
The one on the left I used the Dark Wax around the edges, gave it great dimension!
What do you think?? I {love} them both!
I have one hanging on my pantry door.
If you’re not up to making one, I do sell them in my {shop}..
I’ll be partying {here, here, here and here}.
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These are too adorable! I need one of those Dremels — so fun!
Hi Ali! It’s a pretty snazzy tool
Hope you’re ahving a great week. HUGS!
Cute! I like the scrolly edges… makes it stand out!
We have a dremel…I’ve never used it. The Honey uses it for stuff…but I have no idea what!
Hi Pat! Thanks so much for loving on my project. The dremel is a fantastic tool to have around the house! You might want to chat with your honey
I would love to make one of these for the baby’s bedroom door. It will say “shhhhhhh asleep”
Loved getting to hang out with you this weekend. Have fun at BlogHer!
Laura! That would be an adorable sign for the baby’s bedroom door. Too cute!!! It was a blast getting to hang out with you as well. Thanks for assisting in coordinating the event too. Have a great week! I’m pretty sure BlogHer will be a blast
those are really cute Kelly! love your color choices too!
Thanks so much, Jessica! Have a great week. xo
I love it! I have a Dremel…actually I have 2 Dremels and I’ve never tried either one! But now I really want to try them out.
Hi Tonia! You have TWO Dremels and haven’t used either? Girl… what are you waiting for? Let me know what you think!
So cute! I have been wanting to make something with chalkboard paint. Love this idea!! Thanks for sharing:)
Hi Karen! Thanks so much for stopping by and loving on my project. Have a fabulous week.
Super great Kelly! I’m on a Chalk Paint kick now too.
You’re so sweet, Hilani! Chalk Paint is pretty much addictive
I like ‘em both and I’m thinking how easy it looked using the dremel to cut them out.
~Bliss~
Thanks, Bliss! Did you pick up a Dremel yet?
This is so adorable! Love it!
Susan
Thanks Susan!! I think they’re kind of cute
Hugs!!
Love it! What a fun project. It looks great! Megan
Hi Megan! Thanks so much for loving on my project. I hope you’re having a fantastic week. xo
love these! Would love to have you link up to our party!
http://baked-inthesouth.blogspot.com/2012/07/made-it-by-monday-link-party_31.html
Thanks so much, Rhiannon for stopping by and loving on my chalkboards
HUGS!
I can look at this stuff all the live long day. You are so dang creative! Why they heck did you move away from Bath????!!! We could use some cool people over here. It gets lonely girl.
LOL! Thanks so much for stopping by, Christine! I’m pretty sure I would lose my mind in Bath these days…. I left for college and never turned back (except for my 10 year reunion). HUGS!!
I love your chalkboard!! Can we really have enough? no way!
Hugs, Tanya
Exactly! Can we have enough?? Thanks for stopping by, Tanya! HUGS!
Love the shape of your chalkboards! Thinking about chalk boards a bit this week… perhaps it’s fate! Thanks for linking at tip toe thru tuesday!
Thanks so much, Kim! Great minds think alike! Have a fantastic week
HUGS!
This is great! I really enjoy reading your blog.
Tonya
Awwww. Well, thanks so much Tonya! I trust you’re having a fabulous week. HUGS!
What do I thnk? I think it’s FABULOUS!!! On a side note.. I gotta get myself a Dremel!
Thanks for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!
LOL! Thanks for loving on my project! Buy a Dremel… you won’t be disappointed. HUGS!
Great tutorial and would make nice gifts. Stopping by to say Hi from the blog hop. Come visit sometime, tea is cold and no shoes are required. Kathy B. http://www.southernmadeintheshade.blogspot.com New follower
Hi Kathy! Thanks so much for stopping by
Have a fabulous end to your week! Hugs.
I love this. Such a simple statement piece. Great job! Have a wonderful week!
~Blessings, Nici
Thanks so much, Nici! Have a blessed week. Hugs.
Sooo cute and you make it look so easy! I need one of those drimel tools!
Jennifer
Hi Jennifer! Thanks so much for stopping by
It is pretty easy — and you’ll love the dremmel!! Have a lovely week. Hugs.