Chalk It Up: 40 Creative Ways to Use Chalkboard Paint

Anjelika Temple

As Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Brit + Co, Anjelika Temple brings her voracious consumption of all things creative and colorful to DIY projects, geeky gadgetry finds and more. When she's not DIY-ing her heart out, you'll find her throwing dinner parties with friends or adventuring with her husband David, their daughters Anokhi and Indira, and their silly dog Turkey.

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Apr 01, 2013

Chalk It Up: 40 Creative Ways to Use Chalkboard Paint

Oh chalkboard paint, how do we love thee? Let us count the ways. You help us turn tabletops into brainstorming space, turn mismatched dishes into a customizable set of chalkboard china, and simply know how to bring the party. Here are 40 creative chalkboard paint projects you can DIY in a cinch.

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Heart Wall Clock

Tick tock! We created this darling heart clock for Valentine’s Day. We love that it doubles as a message board. (via Brit + Co.)

Chalkboard Headboard

No room for a proper headboard? Paint one on the wall and use chalkboard paint so you can change it up whenever you want. (via Poppy Talk)

Painted Wine Bottles

Painted wine bottles make great table numbers or favors at a wedding or event. (via Bell’alimento)

Chalkboard Herb Pots

Not sure what you planted where? (via JoAnn)

Glass Set

We took a bunch of glasses and mugs and added stripes of chalkboard paint to create our own personalized set of chalkboard china. (via Brit + Co.)

Chalkboard Pendants

Not sure about the “I am crazy” tag but we love the idea of using these as DIY name tags. (via Poppies at Play)

Chalkboard Drawers

Trouble keeping that dresser organized? Write down what goes where and everyone at home will follow suit. (via Home Life)

Workspace Bulletin Board

We love the idea of surrounding our workspace with places to draw and brainstorm. (via Interior Design Tips + The Diversion Project)

Chalkboard Mug

Like our dishes, this mug is ready to be customized for any personality. (via Wit and Whistle)

Tabletop

Love the idea of drawing on the proper table setting so you never have to second guess yourself when hosting a dinner party. (via HGTV)

Chalkboard Fridge

So cute! A great move for old or ugly refrigerators. (via HGTV + The Fancy)

Punch Decals

These decals are a super cute way of labeling all the different beverages at a brunch or birthday party. (via Vintage Blooming)

Chalkboard Globe

We have mixed feelings about covering up an entire globe but do love the look of this spherical chalkboard. It might be the perfect thing for those faded and torn globes you see at flea markets. (via My Hoot Designs)

Chalkboard Stairs

How adorable are these? Just remember to tell your kids that not everyone in the neighborhood has stairs you can write on. (via My Home Rocks)

Chalkboard Christmas Tree

We know Christmas is a long way away, but it’s never too early to start thinking about a non-traditional Christmas tree. (via A Legg Up)

Spice Rack

Love this fake frame around 3 simple shelves. (via Inspiration for Home)

Chalkboard Headboard

Write messages of love to your significant other whenever you go out of town or leave early in the morning. (via Home & Garden)

Chalkboard Tags

Great for gifts, wedding favors, and for labeling drinks and bites at a party. (via Lil Blue Boo)

Roll Up Blackboard

We totally love these roll up blackboards and might need to make a few for Brit HQ. (via WALLAB)

Message in a Bottle

For our modern take on the message in a bottle, we created an album of photos on a USB stick and attached it to a bottle. Use chalkboard paint to make a cute label for the front. (via Brit + Co.)