Last week our craft club, McKinney Marthas, met up for some fun to paint plates with chalkboard paint. I hung mine in the kitchen and plan to write what's for supper each day. If you haven't seen a tutorial online yet, these plates are so easy to make! And pretty cute if I do say so myself.
You will need:
- a plate (duh!)
- chalkboard paint
- a sponge brush
- sandpaper (preferably medium grit)
- a piece of chalk
How to:
1. Sand the center of your plate to "rough it up."
2. Brush off dust.
3. Paint two thin coats (letting each dry thoroughly) in the center of your plate. We were in a time crunch and used a hairdryer to between coats.
4. Wait three full days. Then rub a piece of chalk over the entire painted surface.
5. Wipe clean with a wet paper towel.
6. Start using your cute new plate! You can hang it like mine or set it on an easel. You could also use chalkboard paint for the top of a play table for your kiddos.
Here are some pics from our fun night 
Jenny, I love keeping up with you and your “creative side” and your family. The McKinney Marthas group sounds like a lot of fun and I am glad you convinced Jaime to join you. (Maybe I will reap some of the benefits of her work!) Keep up blog, tutorials,etc., I love it.
Diane B. (Jaime’s mom)
PS..Your girls are beautiful and Sarah Paige is really growing!
Hey….when was this?!?! I wish I could have been there at this McKinney Martha’s~ Please will you add my name to your evite list & invite me on the next craft night
))) HUGS!!!
What an awesome idea!
Super fun! And even more fun that I spy a high school friend.
Diane – Thanks so much for the sweet comment
I think you will be reaping the benefits of Jaime’s craftiness soon. She may be off to buy more chalkboard paint for gifts.
Jamie – I just started a list of all interested in craft night and put you on it! I accidentally left you off last time – sorry!! You’re definitely counted in for next time.
Jessica – thanks. Quick, easy, and cute are always a hit.
Lindsay – totally
Wow, there are a crapton of people in this group. You are so popular!