Thursday’s Theme {chalkboards} & Chalkboard Link Party

October 18, 2012 by 16 Comments
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I told you a few weeks ago that I’m more productive when
I choose one theme at a time to work on and I really focused on my
theme this week.   Anything in my workshop that I didn’t have
a “plan” for became a candidate for becoming a chalkboard,
because you can turn just about anything into a chalkboard.
First I’ll show you the latest ones I’ve created, then some past ones.
Originally, this wooden piece was the top of an antique side table.  
The pretty scalloped shape makes it perfect for a chalkboard.
Here it is now.  Notice how I cheated and used Picmonkey to “write” the message.
I am NOT a chalkboard artist!  It has sold.
I added tiny painted embellishments on the top corners and distressed it.

 I love making chalkboards out of old pie tins, so I made 2 of them.
They are available HERE with a choice of black or white grosgrain ribbon hangers.

I was looking at Pinterest while making this chalkboard and instead of writing “Pie”…I wrote “Pin”!
I didn’t realize it until I was editing the photo and had to fix it and take a new photo.

I had this battered, old metal suitcase that had a broken hinge.
Antique Suitcase Chalkboard - Upcycled Metal Wall Hanging Chalkboard Sign
I remembered Becky @ Beyond the Picket Fence’s
chalkboard suitcase, so I decided I’d turn mine into a hanging chalkboard sign,
using just the front piece of the suitcase.  I’ll probably make another sign
out of the back piece, or possibly a dog bed.

I dry brushed CeCe Caldwell’s “smokey mountain” chalk paint on the whole thing,
then distressed some of the edges.  I waxed it also to protect the finish.
I painted a small whiteboard with chalkboard paint, distressed the edges, and attached it.

I have 2 of these pieces that were salvaged from a broken antique kitchen table.
(this unpainted one is available in my shop HERE).
Antique Wooden Table Salvage - Farmhouse Table Top
The other one became a “Village Mercantile” chalkboard.
It is available HERE.

I’ve shown you many of the rest of these chalkboards in the past.
All of them are sold (except the headboard chalkboard at the bottom).

These pieces are all salvage from an antique sewing machine table.
RESERVED for Lora - Antique Wooden Chalkboard Frame with Apothecary Bottle - Salvaged Wood - French Fleur Display

 Antique Wooden Chalkboard Frame - Salvaged Wood - Hand Towel Bar RESERVED for Karen - Antique Wooden Chalkboard with 1889 Advertisement - Salvaged Wood Antique Wooden Chalkboard Frame - Salvaged Wood - Old Hardware Store Sign Look
Antique Wooden Chalkboard Frame with Salvaged Wood & Elements
I turned this projector screen into a chalkboard…and misspelled the word “projector”.
I told you I’m not a chalkboard artist…or a good speller, apparently.
Projector Screen Chalkboard - Wedding and Photography Photo Prop Backdrop
I added a chalkboard with an old measuring tape around it on this wooden tool tote.
RESERVED for amberlee - Rustic Wooden Tool Tote with Chalkboard & Antique Tape Measure - Tool Trug - Extra Large
And here we have a cookie sheet, wooden hanger & biscuit tin that
all became chalkboards.
  RESERVED for Lora - Vintage Chalkboard Antique Biscuit Tin Chalkboard - Sunshine Biscuits
And…the headboard I showed you not long ago.

What unusual things have you turned into chalkboards?
I’d love to see your chalkboard projects, so feel free to
share any that YOU have made – doesn’t matter how long ago.
Blessings,

Angie


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  1. Yankee Burrow Creations says
    October 18, 2012 at 12:05 pm

    boy, have you gone chalkboard crazy!!! lol. I love everything, but especially that headboard…
    Debbi
    –yankeeburrowcreations

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  2. Shannon@vintagerestyled says
    October 18, 2012 at 12:38 pm

    I am in love with the projector screen! I just saw one and am going back today to get it! My plan is to use it for a backdrop at an upcoming show. Genius!

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  3. Laurel@chippingwithcharm says
    October 18, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    Hi Angie! I LOVE all of your ideas!! I have an old projector screen downstairs…now you’ve got me thinking! Thanks, Laurel
    PS…I love making chalkboards too. Think I’ll link up my breadboard pumpkin 🙂

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  4. Kristy Creighton says
    October 18, 2012 at 1:04 pm

    I love all the different chalkboard ideas!! I don’t know why I love chalkboards like I do, but I do!!

    Thanks for hosting!
    Kristy @ Shona Skye Creations
    http://shonaskye.blogspot.com

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  5. Maureen says
    October 18, 2012 at 1:10 pm

    What a great variety of chalkboards Angie! They are all fab – love the “pin” versus “pie” spelling… ha! Sometimes our subconscious does take over, doesn’t it?

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  6. Corn in my Coffee-Pot says
    October 18, 2012 at 1:51 pm

    How cool… you’ve made chalkboards for everything.
    I’ve made one out of a tray…typical and their seen all over. If I can find the pictures I’ll link up…otherwise…I may have to take more photos!

    …Pat

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  7. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking says
    October 18, 2012 at 2:35 pm

    I’m like you, I like chalkboards/blackboards and I’ve made lots of them, I linked up three.

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  8. Alderberry Hill says
    October 18, 2012 at 4:45 pm

    What a great party!! Thanks so much for hosting!

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  9. BECKY says
    October 18, 2012 at 8:17 pm

    Love all of your chalkboards!! What a fabulous selection! I have only made tiny little plant marker chalk boards mainly because they seem so overdone, but I don’t feel that way at all about yours! Each so unique and wonderful! Thanks for the inspiration!
    Joy to you!
    Becky

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  10. Pat C. says
    October 19, 2012 at 6:35 pm

    You weren’t kidding when you said that anything can be turned into a chalkboard!! I love all of your ideas, especially the hanging suitcase front.♥

    Thank you for reminding me to “think outside the box”!!

    xoxo

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  11. Tuula @ The Thrifty Rebel says
    October 20, 2012 at 8:21 pm

    Wow! Great chalkboards! What a great idea for a party. Thanks for hosting!
    Tuula 🙂

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  12. Jann Olson says
    October 21, 2012 at 2:41 am

    Some really fun chalkboards Angie. Thanks for this fun theme party!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  13. sew sweet vintage says
    October 22, 2012 at 4:51 am

    Hi Angie, Had too much chocolate and couldn’t sleep. Was checking my Etsy favorites and saw your pie plate. Great blog and Etsy shop. I’ve been making chalk boards too. I posted Halloween Chalk Boards to your party. Love your embellishments, head board, and pie plate!!!!!!!Great inspiration:) Following you now. Follow me too at http://www.sewsweetvintage.com

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  14. Barbara Jean says
    October 22, 2012 at 6:17 am

    Great chalkboard ideas!!

    thanks

    blessings
    barb

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  15. Mindi@MyLove2Create says
    October 27, 2012 at 8:10 pm

    Love all your chalkboard projects! so fun!

    Reply
  16. gail@My Repurposed Life says
    November 1, 2012 at 3:24 pm

    I love anything and everything chalkboard!
    love the suitcase and the projector screen!
    gail

    Reply

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