Make Your Own Linen Chalkboard Tape (& a Save the Date notice)

Have you realized I can't put down the chalkboard paint lately? This Americana Chalkboard Paint from DecoArt is so easy to work with that I almost can't stand it! So far I've done 3 projects that involve chalkboards made from paper! And they've all worked like a charm...

• Make Your Own Craft Paper (yes, paper!) Chalkboard
• Taking Your Portable Paper Chalkboard on the Go!
• Make Your Own Chalkboard Tags (from old business cards!)

I keep thinking about what else can be turned into a chalkboard! After making my Stenciled Bird Candle Wrap using linen cloth tape last week, I wondered if it could be transformed into a chalkboard as well. Here's how I did it...

SUPPLIES

• Craft paper
• Self adhesive linen cloth tape
• Scissors
• Americana Chalkboard Paint from DecoArt
• Foam brush from Rockler
• Chalk
• Bag of Rags from Rockler

I started by putting down some craft paper to create a work surface. I then simply cut off a length of linen tape and used a foam brush to apply the paint to the tape.

After it dried, I used the long side of a piece of chalk to prime the surface and then use a rag from the Bag of Rags to wipe off the chalk.

Then I did several creative things with the new chalkboard tape. First, I cut a small piece and...

{to be continued...}

  

SAVE THE DATE! 

Did you know The DIY Club is celebrating its one-year anniversary this April? As one of the official DIY gals, I can say that you are ALL invited to the party!! There's an official invitation coming, but get your calendars marked for April 16-30!! Part of the fun is the Chalk Talk party here at WhisperWood Cottage. So, get your project ready for the Chalk Talk party and the DIY Club Anniversary Celebration, April 16-30!!