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Handmade Charlotte Chalkboard Message Center Daily Messages

Use Handmade Charlotte stencils and Chalkboard paint to create a daily message center right on your wall.Project created by Chris Williams.

At a Glance:

#4923 Skill Level: Beginner Time:
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This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Acrylic Paint Logo
  • FolkArt Chalkboard Paint Logo
  • FolkArt Painting Stencils Logo
supplies

FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Black, 8 oz. - 2517

Number Needed: 1 $6.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Stencil Decor ® Brushes - Stencil Brush, 5/8" - 34058

Number Needed: 1 $3.99
Item not for sale on Plaid Online.

Number Needed: 1 $-1.00
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FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Licorice, 2 oz. - 938

Number Needed: 1 $1.69
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instructions

Other Supplies

Brush basin or container for water, foam plates, paper towels, Measuring tape or ruler, Stencil tape

Instructions

1.    Measure your wall area and plan your layout before you start.  Make sure the wall is clean and free of dust.

2.    Position paper stencil and tape in place.  Load a stencil brush with Black Chalkboard paint.  Tap on paper towel to remove excess paint.

3.    Use a pouncing motion to stencil. Carefully remove stencil

4.    Allow to dry and reapply for opaque coverage.  Allow to dry.

5.    Repeat for each rectangle needed. Make sure each stenciled shape is completely dry before laying another stencil to avoid smearing paint.

6.    Position “MON” stencil above first rectangle and stencil with Licorice.  Repeat for each day.

7.    Let everything dry completely.

8.    Prepare the chalkboard following the instructions on the bottle.

Project Tip: Put multiple boxes under each day and label them for each family member with the alphabet stencils.
 

Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

Copyright: All Rights Reserved. No part of this Project may be reproduced in any form without permission in writing, except for your personal use, except by reviewer, who may in reviewing this project, quote brief passages in a magazine or newspaper.

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