Sometimes you can’t find a chalkboard that is the right size, or you just don’t want to shell out tons of money to get one. Well, Hani from Craftionary was clever enough and used foam core board from the dollar store into a lightweight, kid-safe chalkboard. Bonus: she cut it to fit in a narrow space on her wall! Get the how to at her blog: [how to make a chalkboard from foam core]
You can get most of these supplies at the dollar store, although you will pick up the chalkboard paint at the craft store. You can buy readymade stencils at the dollar store or craft store, or you can make your own stencil. If you don’t have craft glue (such as Aleene’s Tacky Glue) and E-6000 glue, pick them up at your local craft store – they are very important tools in your dollar store crafting arsenal!
Project Estimate:
- Foam core board, $1
- Cardboard (cut according to the width and length you want), on hand
- Craft glue, on hand
- Chalkboard paint and sponge brush, $2
- Ribbon or lace of your choice, on hand
- Acrylic paint, on hand or $1
- E-6000 glue or other strong glue, on hand
- Picture hanging kit, $1
Total: $4 and up
4 Comments
JessA
Oh my gosh, Heather, I was just thinking about making a chaulkboard from foam core! Thanks for this!
Bob
Cheers,
Somewhere (I do not remember where), I read a ‘recipe’ to make chalkboard paint.
1.Start with flat latex paint in any shade.
2. Pour 1 cup of paint into a container. Add 2 tablespoons of un-sanded tile grout. Mix well being careful to break up clumps.
3. Apply paint with a roller or a sponge paintbrush to a primed or painted surface. Let dry.
4. Smooth area with 150-grit sandpaper, and wipe off dust.
5. To condition: Rub the side of a piece of chalk over entire surface. Wipe away residue with a barely damp sponge.
Diane
I was just thinking about that the other day and if it would work. Now I know it will! Thanks for sharing!
lorna
Does the foam core buckle?