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Easy Chalkboard Signs for the Holidays

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The other day while in the basement I found a few of these pieces of wood.  They are very thin.  I’ve an affinity for Chalkboard and I wanted an easy project and I thought I could turn them into easy Chalkboard signs for the holidays.

Because let’s be honest I am procrastinating when it comes to putting up that tree. It seems that Christmas decor is so much more than just the tree. A few signs here and there will add a fun element to the holiday decor. 
 

wood pieces, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
Now, I’ve done this before with bottle labels that I used for Halloween.

I simply painted them with black chalkboard paint.  Two coats was enough to cover them. 

Painting the wood with chalkboard paint, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
I then opened holes in the corners with a knife and screw… don’t ask. You can use a drill, I’ll stick to my archaic methods. 
 Holes in the corners, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
I wanted to cure the boards so I covered them with white chalk and let them sit overnight. 
Curing the chalkboard, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
The next day I wiped the excess chalk off and I was ready to use them. It is that simple.  In fact so simple that  I even painted a wall this way.
Wiping off the chalk, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
I don’t think that I’ve ever shown you my box of chalk.  Thank goodness for kids that abandon their art supplies.
My chalkbox, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
​And I made two super easy Fall signs.  Even Paranoid Man approves. 
Two fall signs, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
 Detail of signs, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
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Sign details, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
Of course, they don’t have to be Fall signs, they can be for any season or any holiday!  Just erase and use the chalk to write something else. 
 Thanksgiving and fall, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
Remember that tube wreath I made a few weeks ago?  I was able to easily transform it into a Christmas wreath.
Repurposed tube wreath, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
I just added burlap ribbon…
Detail of burlap ribbon, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
Detail of tube wreath, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
And one of those signs which I cut up into two pieces. 
One sign cut into two pieces, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
Detail of Merry Christmas sign, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
And I made another sign for Christmas. Because when they are that easy, well how can I stop myself? 
Merry Christmas sign, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
fall y'all signs, easy chalkboard signs for the holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
Noel Joy, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com
These signs were super easy to make.  They can be hung up or just added leaning against the wall.  And the best part, they are easy to change out.  I am sure you’ll be seeing these easy Chalkboard signs around my house as we near the holidays. 

Now tell me what do you think of that tube wreath transformation?  

How to reuse signs for the holidays with chalkboard paint, Easy Chalkboard signs for the Holidays www.theboondocksblog.com

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Botanic Bleu

Friday 18th of November 2016

Mary, Another great, simple-to-make, but with wow-factor project. Judith

Michelle

Monday 7th of November 2016

Nice one Mary, and you made the wreath look totally different again. Chalkboards are always a winner, great tip about curing them over night. I always forget to do that ;-)

Mary

Friday 30th of December 2016

Yes the curing does help to make them better Michelle. I love chalkboards they are so much fun to work with.

Debrashoppeno5

Monday 7th of November 2016

I love the chalkboard signs. It looks good on the wreath. And I am so glad Mr. Paranoid Man approves.

Mary

Friday 30th of December 2016

Debra he has become part of the family now.

Keri

Monday 7th of November 2016

Mary, these chalkboard signs are awesome sauce!!! Of course I love the versatility. You have quite the chalk collection, perfect for the changing seasons. I love the changes you made to the wreath to give it a Christmas look!! Lovely project Mary!!

Mary

Friday 30th of December 2016

Keri that is the bonus of having kids. You can always steal, em. borrow their stash.

Michele

Monday 7th of November 2016

The teacher in me just loves chalkboards. I love it that you can quickly change the message!

Mary

Friday 30th of December 2016

That is my absolutely favorite feature too Michele. Easy Peasy!

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