Chalk it up...for less than $12

This was the first project I was ask to do for someone else. We will see what kind of flood gates open up here. My Sister-in-law brought laundry over the other day. Little did I know she brought a few other things as well. She says to me, "Erin?"
She brought an old picture that she has never cared for, but that hung above her bed because she is a grown up now. NOTE to all, just because you are a grown up, DOES NOT mean you must own lame pieces of art.

If you own this piece, I mean no offence.



We started by punching out the art. I wish we had taken a picture of this, but you will have to use your imagination. We measured for the deminsions of the inside of the frame. then set out to Lowes for our supplies. We bought a large piece of wood paneling (smooth) for $7.70 a piece. Chalk paint for $13 for the can. And last but not least we purchased a can of valspar primer spray paint for $3.36. I would have had to buy black satin spray paint if I didn't already keep an extra at home. I know what you are thinking. I am at about $24 right now. I am saying this project is around $12 because I still have enough hard board for three more projects and enought chalk paint for about twelve more projects. If you need a chalk board come see me. 

Now for the actual making the project:

Step 1: Prime the frame with Valspar Primer

Step 2: Cut the hard board to the deminsions of the frame. This was my first opportunity to use the saw so I am posting a picture of it.

Step 3: Paint on the chalk paint. Now this calls for 2-3 coats for the best results. It also calls for 24 hours wait in between each coat. I used 2 coats and I DID wait the 24 hours between the applications. For those of you that know me, you obviously know how hard this must have been.

    

Step 4: Spray the black satin spray paint on the frame. Spary paint dries fast, usually within 10 mins. Check by lightly touching an out sight spot. I used 2 coats of the spray paint.

Step 5: Place the painted hardboard into the frame and nail into place. I use small finishing nails for this job. I stagger the nails and hammer into place on the back side.

Wow! Great job Erin! Way to dress your best for your readers. Nobody sees the backside of your picture, so don't worry about what you use as long as you feel confidant your project will not fall apart.

Step 6: The last step in this project is to write something on the board and hang it in place.

And lastly here it is hanging in Corrina's bedroom. She is a grown up, but I told her she's not too grown up. Have fun with it. She chose to place her wall hanging back above her bed. I think for a college chick this is perfectly acceptable.