About

Cost
$ $ $ $ $
Difficulty
• • • • •
Time
1h00

DIY Chalkboard Key Hangers
Instructions on my blog:
http://www.craftymeesa.blogspot.com/2012/11/diy-chalkboard-key-hangers.html

I also used 4" x 6" chip board to go behind the design to give it some support. This is optional.

Posted by craftymeesa from Sioux City, Iowa, United States • Published See craftymeesa's 10 projects »
PrintEmbed
  • How to make a storage unit. Diy Chalkboard Key Hangers - Step 1
    Step 1

    I made 11 total. First start with a layer of chalkboard paint. Paint vertically or horizontally. Let dry for one hour, then apply a second coat in the other direction.

  • How to make a storage unit. Diy Chalkboard Key Hangers - Step 2
    Step 2

    Wait time specified on Chalkboard paint for drying, then apply your key hook. I used white Command Hooks to save time. This crafty girl likes to work fast! Paint the hooks black to match the chalkboard paint with acrylic paint.

  • How to make a storage unit. Diy Chalkboard Key Hangers - Step 3
    Step 3

    Seal with Clear Nail Polish or Clear Spray Paint to prevent chipping of the black paint on the plastic surface.

  • How to make a storage unit. Diy Chalkboard Key Hangers - Step 4
    Step 4

    I went to the computer and designed each person's first initial onto a neat vintage background, then inserted theater masks on the top and bottom. This is the fun part! Get creative and customize for the recipient or yourself!

    You can also design a last initial and use a hook on each bottom corner.

    Cut to 4" x 6" to fit the frame.

    Optional: Glue onto 4" x 6" Chipboard for durability.

  • How to make a storage unit. Diy Chalkboard Key Hangers - Step 5
    Step 5

    After Command Strips are dry, apply them by cutting the rounded surface off the bottom of the adhesive strip.

  • How to make a storage unit. Diy Chalkboard Key Hangers - Step 6
    Step 6

    Place Command Picture Hanging Strips to the back on the top. Follow instructions on back panel.

  • How to make a storage unit. Diy Chalkboard Key Hangers - Step 7
    Step 7

    Cure Chalkboard surface by coloring in the paint with chalk, then rub off with a wet towel.

    All done! All 11 only took me a couple hours to complete. These would make wonderful Christmas presents, His and Hers for newlyweds, birthday gifts, co-worker presents.... the list can keep on going. The chalkboard is great to leave reminders for yourself or for anyone in your family.

Made this project? Share your version »

Comments

More Projects