A couple of weeks ago, I got it in my head that I wanted a little chalkboard just above my doorbell at my front door. I had the project pictured in my head & began the search for just the right metal sign that I could transform. I saw all kinds of these signs in several stores, but when I found this one at Marshall's, I loved the shape & I knew it was the one.
Cute, huh? Well that didn't even matter this time. It only took about 10 minutes to spray a few coats of chalkboard spray paint & it became my latest creation. I also added a piece of wire, twisted on the ends, to hang it.
This project was SUPER easy! And it's going to be so fun to use! It will be great for writing our house number, messages for party guests, or holiday greetings.
Here it is in action!
(There's a peek at the rest of the wicker seating I got from my mom & dad. If you missed that project, click here.)
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Hi Julie!
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I love this sign. what a great idea to use Blackboard paint. This would be handy for me to let visitors know to go round to the back garden, when we're out during the summer.
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Annette
www.mammakerr.com
Great idea! The original sign is pretty cute; I would have had a hard time painting over it! And I didn't realize you could get chalkboard paint as a spray. I'm going to be on the lookout!! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea, it looks just wonderful. Love the wicker too. Hugs, Marty
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Love it-- great idea! Happy New Friend Friday!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea! And those doors are gorgeous! :)
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That is the cutest idea I have seen in quite some time. You have the perfect place to hang this too! Love the shape! Great idea!
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That's so cute! I know if I tried something like that my family would be writing saucy messages every time they walked by! *lol*
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Kim
p.s. LOVE the chalkboard idea for outside!
It's the perfect touch to your entry way! Love it!
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Sharon
That's a good idea! I know there have been many BBQ's where I've had to stick a note on the front door telling guests to come around the back {because, hello, it's a BBQ and we're all outside and no one can hear the doorbell}.
ReplyDeleteHi Julie, thanks for stopping by my blog and the nice comment. I love yur header that is so cute. Your welcome sign turned out great that is a great shape.
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ReplyDeleteI am loving this idea AND your front and screened in porch!
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That is such a cool front door chalkboard! I LOVE that idea!!
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ReplyDeleteSuch a great idea and I LOVE your porch!!!
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Love the chalkboard idea- brilliant!
ReplyDeleteHey there, just found you through Sawdust and Paper scraps and I love this chalkboard idea. I also checked out some of your blog and I love it. I usually paint everything black or white also. And your art wall with the turquoise frames is fantastic.
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Megan
That is a nice cute idea. I love the chalkboard hanging by the front door. (GREAT IDEA) I like your blog as it is cute and all the ideas too. HAVE A BLESS WEEKEND!!!
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I featured this! Thanks for sharing.
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Looks GREAT! I did a similar project with a sign from Marshalls for a kitchen chalkboard. Love it!
ReplyDeleteI love that. And seriously, your front door is SO beautiful. I love the whole ambiance! Thanks for sharing at 'Look at me, I'm SO Crafty!' at Fun to Craft.
ReplyDeleteHave you seen these signs anywhere else lately?
ReplyDeleteI love the "pre-painted" "home sweet home" sign and it would fit my decor. you mentioned Marshalls. Was that recent?
thanks
RuthAnn
ruanmac@verizon.net
What a great idea, I have just "discovered" my love of chalk boards and the messages you can leave for your loved ones on them. I also just discovered Chalk Ink, in our part of the Country, California, I found it at Michael's, it is great! No dust, and the no more squeaky chalk sounds ...., but the best part is that the letters are crisp and clear. You have given me yet another thing to do on my front deck ,Thank you, Curtis and Sherrie
ReplyDeletesuper cute! I wouldn't have given it a second look at Marshall's but you made it adorable!
ReplyDeleteI love it!! The shape in and of itself is so unique. Great job. :) I love chalkboards. Your entry looks fabulous! I'm visiting from The CSI Project today. :)
ReplyDeleteVery cute! That shape is great!
ReplyDeleteWhat a simple and cute project!
ReplyDeleteSo adorable! I love the idea!!!
ReplyDeleteI just love the shape! Very cute idea :)
ReplyDeleteHi Julie-
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever modern way to update a piece that was dated. I have seen other chalkboard projects, but this is a first - so clever. You can write a note to delivery people, guests, and holiday greetings. It is a brilliant idea.
My best- Diane
I love that you used a fun-shaped sign and painted over it... I'm on the hunt now :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty front entry! But with the little chalkboard, it's totally awesome! I love how you can change the messages when desired. That's brilliant! Not to mention, others being able to leave you a message back if so desired. :)
ReplyDeleteVery cool!
Donna
I would be writing goofy things when people came over. Like some inside joke to make them smile before coming in.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute project!
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Jen
jennifer@tatertotsandjello.com
so cute! and, a great place for others to leave you a message if they missed you.
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