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24 Whimsical Easy-to-Make DIY Chalkboards

By Megan Olson 1 Comment

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24 Whimsical Easy-to-Make DIY Chalkboards | Coolcrafts.com

Having a chalkboard in your home can be both fun and functional. They’re great for doodling, writing inspirational quotes, making to-do lists, keeping a list of groceries, or decorating a particular space of your home.

They’re versatile, easy to erase and make you feel like a kid again. What isn’t to love? Add a personal touch to your home with one of these 24 DIY Chalkboards!

DIY Cigar Box Chalkboards

These DIY Cigar Box Chalkboards from Hello Little Home couldn’t be simpler or more fun to make!

DIY Fake Chalkboard

Make your own chalkboard at home, using a cheap picture frame, paint, & chalkboard markers. Maynard Made shows you how in their DIY Fake Chalkboard tutorial.

DIY Chalkboard Door Hangers

We’re all about these DIY Chalkboard Door Hangers from The Craftables. So great for leaving cute messages around the house.

Distressed Chalkboard Mason Jars

Mason jars become chalkboards! Find out how to make Distressed Chalkboard Mason Jars from Something Turquose.

Chalkboard Eggs

Large Ostrich eggs make great chalkboards. Not only are they chocolate-free, they’re guilt-free too! The tutorial for this Chalkboard Eggs from We are Scout includes how to make a nest stand too. So cute!

Toothpick Engraved Chocolate Bar Chalkboards

These Toothpick Engraved Chocolate Bar Chalkboards from Lindsay Ann Bakes are almost good enough to eat!

Chalkboard Pillow

Exchange little messages with your loved ones on a Chalkboard Pillow. They will love these true “conversation hearts” from Mer Mag!

DIY Countrified Chalkboards

These DIY Countrified Chalkboards from Radmegan are perfect for a fall wedding and decorating your home after!

DIY Wall Calendar

We love chalkboards, but this DIY Wall Calendar from Momtastic is the most creative we’ve see. Just a little paint and paper to decorate your home and home office!

Large Framed Magnetic Chalk Board

A Large Framed Magnetic Chalk Board is a great way to decorate a room and share a heart-felt message. Get the full tutorial from Dahlias & Dimes.

DIY Memo Board

Wanna keep staying organized? This DIY Memo Board from Mohntage is perfect for tracking all your ideas and to do’s!

Chalkboard Alarm

Wake up with a smile thanks to this easy Chalkboard Alarm from Nur Noch!

Thrift Store Mirror to Chalkboard Calendar

Within the Grove takes a thrift store mirror and transforms it into a chalkboard calendar in this tutorial for Thrift Store Mirror to Chalkboard Calendar. A great way to stay organized and for your family to enjoy!

Chalkboard Gift Tags

These sweet Chalkboard Gift Tags from Jennifer Maker made from cardboard are a cute way to celebrate the holidays, and you can reuse them year after year!

Chalkboard Notebooks

Plan out your new year’s goals and to do lists in these cute little Chalkboard Notebooks from Bre Purposed!

Chalkboard Wall

Easy Chalkboard Wall! In this tutorial from Grillo Designs you’ll learn 6 simple steps to creating the perfect chalkboard wall in your home. Because who doesn’t need a chalkboard wall?

Chalkboard Ribbon Banner

Make a large scale, Chalkboard Ribbon Banner with this tutorial from Tikkido to showcase your favorite saying. Great for parties or home decor!

Hand Painted Chalkboard Ornament

The Kolb Corner turns a metal chalkboard into a custom Hand Painted Chalkboard Ornament for Christmas. Lovely for adorning your tree year after year!

Chalkboard Tree

No need for a Christmas tree when you can DIY a Chalkboard Tree. A unique way to decorate for the holidays! Full step by step at Grillo Designs.

Chalkboard Style Fall Wreath

Make an original Chalkboard Style Fall Wreath to welcome your neighbors, family and friends. A creative twist on a traditional wreath that will have everyone talking. Full tutorial at Twelve On Main.

Chalboard Favor Bags

We love these Chalboard Favor Bags from Anika’s DIY Life! Use them for reusable favors or treat bags for any occasion. Just wipe them off and write a new message every time!

Lunchbox Chalkboard

Send your kids special reminders with this adorable Lunchbox Chalkboard tutorial from Sheri Silver!

Personalized Chalkboard Crayon Wreath

DIY a Personalized Chalkboard Crayon Wreath for your child’s teacher this school year! Idea from A Pumpkin and a Princess!

DIY Mason Jar Chalkboard Coasters

This super cute idea from The Honeycomb Home for DIY Mason Jar Chalkboard Coasters uses mason jar lids and paints them with chalkboard paint and numbered stencils!

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  1. Elizabeth Rishel

    June 13, 2017 at 2:09 pm

    What a great round up of DIY chalkboards. Thank you so much for including mine!

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