Diy Chalkboard Key Hangers

DIY Chalkboard Key Hangers

Posted by craftymeesa

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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.

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You Will Need (7 things)

  • 1 Unfinished Wood Picture Frame One that holds a 4" x 6" with wide space for writing. I got mine from Wal-Mart for .97 cents each.
  • 1 x Container of Black Chalkboard Paint
  • 1 x Command Strip Picture hangers (To hang it on the wall without causing damage to paint. You can use a regular toothed picture hanger if you would rather.)
  • 1 x Command Strip Hooks
  • 1 x Black Acrylic Paint
  • 1 x Clear Nail Polish
  • 1 x 4"x 6" design of your choice or Photo

Steps (7 steps, 60 minutes)

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 3

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

  4. 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.

  5. 5

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

  6. 6

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

  7. 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.