Mirror to Chalkboard...

What's on the Menu Tonight?

 

This is a great way to fill an awkward corner

 &

 tell the guests what's for dinner.

 

 

Materials Needed:

* Mirror (I just bought a cheap tall mirror from Meijer)

* Multi-Purpose Primer (I used Valspar and had it tinted grey)

* Chalkboard Paint

* Nice high quality angle brush (Purdy or Wooster)

* Painters tape ( if you are messy)

* Newspapers or drop cloth

* Chalkboard Markers ( bought mine at Michaels)

 

Steps: Tip: Always ,always, always stir your paints well before using!!

1. Make sure the mirror is clean & free of dust.

2. Tape around the border ( optional)

3. Paint on primer & let dry.

4. Paint a 2nd coat of primer & let dry.

5. Paint on Chalkboard Paint (don't paint on too thick) & let dry.

6. Paint on a 2nd coat of chalkboard paint & let dry.

7. Optional: Antique metal frame: Mix a bit of the chalkboard paint with some water & use a small paint brush to paint in frame seams and ridges. Quickly wipe most of it off.

8. When everything has completely dried, use the paint markers to write out a menu, or decorate as you wish.

Tip: To help you write straight across: Cut out a piece of cardboard to the width of mirror (so it fits inside the frame). Use regular chalk and draw a line across using the cardboard for a straight edge. Then you can use your markers to follow your chalk line. Then when your marker paint has dried, you can easily wipe away your chalk line.