How to Make a Simple Country-style Chalkboard
See how to transform a scrap of wood into a useful chalkboard for a good old-fashioned to-do list
Even with all our modern technology, it can still be a challenge to keep daily chores organised. Sometimes all you need is an old-fashioned to-do list and a simple check-off system. There’s something about that ritual – about physically crossing off goals – that can leave a person feeling so accomplished. So why not try making your own chalkboard to-do list?
This piece of wood was once a back panel to a small cupboard. The cupboard is now falling apart, but with projects like this you can still get use out of old furniture.
This chalkboard has a simple design with rustic touches. By repurposing a piece of scrap wood, you can add to the unpolished charm. Include dotted lines if you see yourself making lists. Keep this chalkboard in the kitchen to easily add to the grocery list or in the craft room for noting needed supplies. But the board can be used for fun too. Draw doodles on it or leave messages to loved ones.
Materials:
- scrap of wood
- black chalkboard paint
- sponge brush
- painter’s tape
- ruler
- pencil
- white paint pen
- three cup hooks (eye hooks work too)
- jute twine
- chalk
1. Clean your scrap piece of wood board. Use a pencil and ruler to mark the dimensions of the chalkboard. The wood in the example has a 2-inch border around the edges. Stick painter’s tape along the marked borders to create a clean edge.
2. Use the sponge brush to apply a coat of chalkboard paint. Let it dry, then apply another three to four coats or until you are satisfied with the paint coverage.
Once the paint is completely dry, remove the tape.
3. With a white paint pen, mark dotted lines on the chalkboard. Let dry.
4. Along the top of the board, screw in two cup hooks spaced evenly apart.
5. Screw in a third cup hook on the front of the board (to hang the chalk from).
6. Cut a length of string to hang the chalk. Tie one end of the twine to the hook on the front of the board. Attach a piece of chalk to the other end.
7. Cut another piece of string and knot the ends. Hook the chalkboard on the twine and hang in an ideal location, like the kitchen or office.
This project would also make a unique housewarming present or a gift for a young couple. When setting up a new home, a little bit of organisational help, especially a stylish chalkboard, can be a welcome addition.
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