May 30, 2013

Saw it. Pinned it. Did it. - Hanging Chalkboard Initial

Well, well, well...happy Friday eve everyone! Who's ready for a little SPD action today? (Saw it. Pinned it. Did it. for all you newbies out there!) ;)

Today's Pinterest project is brought to you by...the letter H!

You've probably seen these all over everyone and their dog's Pinterest boards. I know what you're thinking...not another moss covered initial...
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Have no fear! I figured all that moss would be a disaster both before, during and after so I decided to take my hanging initial to the next level....


According to my assistant, here's what you'll need:
Wooden initial | burlap ribbon | chalkboard paint | paintbrush | chalk

First things first...grab your chalkboard paint and go to town! Fun fact: for best results when using chalkboard paint, paint one coat horizontally, allow to dry for at least and hour, and then paint your second coat vertically.

Easy enough, right?!

I must say I am thoroughly impressed with this chalkboard paint I got from Hob Lob. I've bought some before that doesn't really work all that well but this stuff is awesome, I tell ya! Works SO well and the chalk actually shows up really good!

After your paint is dry, you'll wanna borrow your husband's staple gun and secure the burlap to the back of your wooden letter so you can begin tying your bow. If he questions you with your staple gun one hand and a glass of wine in the other, tell him to mind his own biznass. ;)

Tie all that burlap goodness into a big ol' fancy bow and voila! My mother-in-law has always told me that every kitchen should have a touch of red so our's is hanging from our pantry door and I'm so excited to use this for menus, holidays, love notes, etc!! Oh the possibilities!! 

 I know I say this every week but this was seriously the simplest project ever.  EVER! And I think they would make for the cutest gifts...don't you?!

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29 comments:

  1. Ashley RobynMay 30, 2013 at 6:50 AM

    Yours is ten times better than the moss one and ten times less messy. Ill take a duplicate one please. Happy Thursday pretty lady.

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  2. AnonymousMay 30, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    I love this idea! Always looking for new ideas of things to hang on my door other than the typical wreath!

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  3. NicoleMay 30, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    I'm sure Oakley was a huge help! my pup is always so interested in my crafts!

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  4. KristenMay 30, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    This is super cute! I'll be making one this weekend ;) & could Oakley be any cuter?!

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  5. PamelaMay 30, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Suuuuuper cute!! Going to have to make this!!

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  6. Ashley May 30, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    I wouldn't do this without my sweet baby puppy either! so cute!

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  7. Kerry @ Till Then Smile OftenMay 30, 2013 at 7:54 AM

    So much better than the moss one. I can only imagine the mess the moss would leave behind! Love yours!

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  8. Darby HawleyMay 30, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    Looks great Stephanie!!!! Oakley is the cutest assistant! She is growing way too fast!

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  9. KRISTINMay 30, 2013 at 9:02 AM

    SO CUTE! I have the worst luck with chalkboard paint! Maybe because I'm not doing the horizontal/vertical technique? And Oakley is just the cutest! Well second cutest, Bailey would be pissed if I didn't say she was the cutest. :)

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  10. CortneyMay 30, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    Excited to do this! Super cute.

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  11. HollyMay 30, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Staple guns completely freak me out - is that weird? Anyway, I love this idea and of course the letter "H" :)

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  12. Vicki @ lifeinmyemptynestMay 30, 2013 at 10:06 AM

    Perfect for the kitchen - pinned :-)

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  13. Shayna @ The Fancy YanceyMay 30, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Such a cute idea!!! Love that you did the chalk paint instead of moss - you're right, it is a mess!

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  14. ErickaMay 30, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    So cute, love it! I might have to make one for our house...my fiance is obsessed with chalkboard paint-he thinks it's the coolest thing ever :)

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  15. BriMay 30, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    Love this! I like I have a initial obsession going on in my house :) Where did you find your unfinished wooden letter? The size is perfect!

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    1. StephanieMay 30, 2013 at 2:03 PM

      Thank you!! I actually found it in Hobby Lobby :)

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  16. Ashlee @ ashleenikol.comMay 30, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    I love this!!! Definitely being put on my DIY Christmas gift list.

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  17. AshleyMay 30, 2013 at 1:50 PM

    What a great idea! Love this!

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  18. AMay 30, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    I thought the picture of Oakley licking the apple the other day was my favorite, but now it might be your "assistant" picture. That head tilt and big puppy paw on the table are so cute!

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  19. SarahMay 30, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    oh my gosh! What a cute idea!!!! I would have never thought of using chalkboard paint!!! love it!

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  20. UnknownMay 30, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    that is an awesome idea! I think that I might tackle this after our wedding

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  21. LaurenMay 30, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    I love this so much, thanks for the great idea!

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  22. Jill J.May 31, 2013 at 12:03 AM

    Love this! So creative and easy!

    Jill
    Classy with a Kick

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  23. ErinMay 31, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    This is officially my favorite Oakley picture thus far. She looks so serious about getting her craft on with you! :)

    It turned out adorably!

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  24. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    You should try Bistro Chalk Markers! They allow you to get the chalk look but it's like writing with a marker :)

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  25. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    You should try Bistro Chalk Markers! They allow you to get the chalk look but it's like writing with a marker :)

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  26. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 11:04 PM

    what a great blog, just found it today! thanks fro sharing! The dog picture is adorable!!!!!!!!!!

    mamaplusmini.blogspot.com

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  27. kaizengirlJune 2, 2013 at 1:41 AM

    Great looking assistant you have there! :)

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  28. KristenJune 6, 2013 at 10:00 PM

    so cute! i love how you did it in chalkboard paint

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