Framed Chalkboard - Kitchen DIY

Since discovering the wonderful world of blogs several years ago, I've loved tasking our little family of two with DIY projects wherever possible. We successfully completed many special projects for our wedding, and have since been trying new things whenever we can find the time. Luckily, there was no time to dilly dally with our chalkboard project for the kitchen, as Rich needed something hanging on the wall for a spec commercial he was directing at our home.

The weekend before the shoot, we stopped by the Melrose Trading Post to find a cute frame for the chalkboard. We lucked out and found a great option for only $7. Once we had our frame, we headed to Lowe's and bought a piece of wood for the backing--which a handy Lowe's employee cut to size for free. Love that! We finished up the project by painting the wood with primer, then a couple coats of Chalkboard Paint (also from Lowe's).

It was an inexpensive project with a lovely result! We were amazed to find chalkboards at the Melrose Trading Post similar to the one we made for almost twice the amount we spent DIYing. A good reminder that flea markets don't always have the best deals.

Isn't chalkboard paint the best? Em and Jimmy used it recently on their coffee table--so cool, right?!