Soapstone Pencils

 

I ran across some marvelous little soapstone pencils at Crate & Barrel last week. I bought 3 and tried them out on our chalkboard at home. Too cool. They are so much easier to use than the regular bulky chalk. They give you smooth fine lines and leave less dust. So much better.

 

 

DIY Chalkboard Coasters

We threw a backyard party a couple weeks ago and our friend Genevieve brought us a cute host gift. She made her own chalkboard coasters -- what an awesome idea!
Thanks Genevieve, Dan and I love them!


What you'll need:
-ceramic tiles
-cork sheet
-glue
-chalkboard paint
-chalk

Here's how to make them:
-spray tiles with chalkboard paint -- let dry
-cut out your cork sheet to match the size of your tiles
-glue the cork to the bottom of the tiles

Simple as that.

Here are some cute ways to use them...

I would also suggest using a chalk marker. It'll help you make those nice neat lines.

Pictures: Rachel, Gouda, W

DIY: Magnetic Chalkboard Frame!

Daniel and I finally created our magnetic chalkboard frame! Now we can leave each other funny messages, create shopping lists, inspirational quotes of the day or a menu display when we have friends over for dinner. I love it! It was super easy to make and it adds a personal touch to our little dinning area.

What You'll Need:
1 Vintage Frame
1 Thin piece of metal cut to fit your frame (make sure you pick a metal that is compatible with magnets)
1 can of chalkboard spray paint (I got ours from Home Depot)
1 Set of magnets (I got these -- they're so smooth and pretty!)
Chalk (cute box of colored chalk)
Contact Glue
Screws


Directions:
1. Find a frame!
2. Cut your metal sheet to fit your frame
3. Spray your metal sheet with chalkboard spray paint. Let dry for 1 day.
4. Paint the inside back of the frame with contact glue
5. Press your metal sheet into the frame
6. Drill screws (in the back of the frame) at a shallow angle to pinch the metal sheet into place.

Fun With Your Fridge: Chalkboard Decal

I want this decal! Stick it on your refrigerator and write down your shopping or to-do list! You can stick it anywhere from the kitchen, office or bedroom -- any wall, anywhere! Leave your Hubby a sweet daily message or write an inspirational quote of the day for your kiddos.