Next time you are out prowling flea markets, antique malls, or garage sales, keep your eye out for interesting picture frames. Look for unusual shapes and ornate details. It doesn't matter if you do not like the color, or if there is ugly art inside--just find a frame that speaks to you.
Once you find a frame, bring it home and clean it up. If it has artwork or a mirror in it, take it out. Pick out your favorite color of spray paint and paint your frame any color you wish. The panther naturally chose gold as she loves all things gilded. Metallic paints work very well with this project.
The next step is to pick up some Rust-Oleum chalk board paint, available at Home Depot. It comes in brush on or spray can forms. The panther went for the brush-on paint.
If you were fortunate to have found a frame with a mirror in it, your work is already "cut out" for you. If you don't have a mirror, trace a template of the frame opening and have a piece of 1/4" - 1/8" board cut to fit.
Take the mirror out and turn it around and paint the back side, or sand your piece of board smooth and paint. With a foam roller, roll on the black board paint in a nice even coat. Wait until fully dry and apply another coat. Repeat 2-3 times until a nice thick layer is achieved.
When the mirror or board is dry, put back in the frame and attach. Wait at least three days before using chalk on the board. Initially, rub a piece of chalk on its side to cover entire blackboard surface, then erase. Now your custom blackboard is ready to use.
Look how pretty! The panther's is in her kitchen to write each night's menu on.
Share pictures of your chalk board and let us know how you use it.
-The Panther
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