On a mission to become more
organized in my own house, I decided to paint our pantry door in black
chalkboard paint. The benefits have been amazing! The kids, and their friends,
have had a ball writing notes on the door, decorating it for a party or special
occasion, and playing tic tac toe. But mostly, they know they can go to the
door for answers. The kids know where to look to find the dog schedule (a
constant battle in our house), what time their doctor's appointment is that
day, where to list an item that they may need from the grocery store, and where
to go to write and find notes from the family.
Chalkboard paint can be found at the
local hardware store in green or black. You can also make your own chalkboard
paint in any color you want! Here's how:
Chalkboard Paint
3 teaspoons acrylic paint (color of choice)
1 1/2 teaspoons
glazing medium (water based)
1/2 teaspoon powder tile grout
Mix all ingredients in air tight container. Shelf life is short, so make just enough for your current project.
Mix all ingredients in air tight container. Shelf life is short, so make just enough for your current project.
Chalkboard paint does not need to stop with the door! Look at these great storage boxes that Kari has used to organize some of her children's toys:
All you need for this project is a
crate or box, wooden boards for the label (found at your local craft store),
and strong double-sided tape. Paint the wooden label with chalkboard paint, let
dry, then using the double-sided tape, adhere label to box or crate. Because
the label is erasable, you can change the title on the box as your needs
change! Genius!
Liz
