Chalk Board on the Go!

I am really excited about this "DIY" project! I am sure its somewhere on Pinterest but I did this one from the things I had at home.

 What you will need:

• Chalk board paint (Joann Fabric's $4.99 with a coupon you can get it for under $3.00)
• Paint brush
• A thin piece of wood about a 1/4 inch (I had my husband cut it off something extra pieces in the garage)
• A picture frame of your choice. I choice a vintage frame that I found at a estate sale for 50 cents. You can get a frame without the glass. (8 x 10 seems to be a good size)
• Felt-cut to size
• Hot glue gun
• Chalk (Ikea 4.99) I put 5 pieces into a small baggie. 

 

 How to make it:

1. Cut your wood piece to fit the inlay of your frame (make sure its a tight fit)
2. Paint wood with chalk paint
3. Let cure for 24 hours ( I did about 3 coats over 1 hour and then waited 24 hours)
4. Put board in frame and hot clue the felt piece to the back of the board to make it soft.
5. Put chalk in baggie
6. Your Done!

Make sure you lightly draw chalk on the board and wipe with a wet cloth to cure. Clean with a damp cloth or wipe.


This is a super easy and inexpensive activity for your kiddos that you can take on the go or play at home. This one I make for a sweet little girl for Christmas!