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Chalkboard Clothespins DIY

DIY Chalkboard Clothespins

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/chalkboard-clothespins • Posted by Posh Little Designs

Give ordinary clothespins and trendy chalkboard makeover and utilize them for craft organizataion, food and gift labeling and name tag signage. The possibilities are nearly endless for the simple and affordable project!

You will need

Project Budget
Cheap

Time

1 h 30

Difficulty

Pretty Easy
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Description

Give ordinary clothespins and trendy chalkboard makeover and utilize them for craft organizataion, food and gift labeling and name tag signage. The possibilities are nearly endless for the simple and affordable project!

Instructions

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    Apply two even coats of chalkboard paint to each wood clothespin. Set aside on scrap paper to dry completely (about 1 hour).

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    Once dry, condition by rubbing the edge of chalk across the surface of the chalkboard clothespins.

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    Label or tag, by adding the words/names of your choice with the chalk

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    Add decorative pearls or embellishments of choice for a finishing touch, and then attach to gift and favor bags