Keep on top of all your errands and appointments with a smart chalkboard, perfect for hanging in your hallway or kitchen. This straightforward project takes just 3 hours and is a great way to repurpose an old, unwanted frame; head to your local charity shop or car boot sale if you don't have one at home. Style at Home shows you how to make your own chalkboard in three simple steps...
You will need:
Picture frame, charity shop
Sandpaper & paintbrush
Crown Paints Old English White Eggshell, £1.69 for 40ml, Homebase
Hardboard (1,220mm x 610mm x 3mm), £4.97, B&Q
Wood saw
Chalkboard paint, £3.50 for 100ml, Laura Ashley
String & tape
Picture wire & brass screw eyes
Clothes pegs
Washi tape, from £2.50 for two rolls, Hobbycraft
Step one
Remove the backing board from your frame and set aside. Lightly sand the frame and wipe clean. Paint the frame with the white paint and leave to dry. Repeat if necessary. Using the backing boardm measure and cut the hardboard to fit (B&Q will do this for you). Paint with the chalkboard paint, leave to dry and repeat.
Step two
Measure and cut a piece of string the same width as the frame. Place across the back of the frame about three quarters of the way down and tape in place. Then secure your chalkboard in place with tape. Fix the picture wire to the back frame with two brass screw eyes.
Step three
Take three clothes pegs and cover one flat side with washi tape. Peg onto the string and hang up your chalkboard, then clip on pretty notes and cards as you wish.
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