Hello Everyone,
I am sorry I have been away so long. (as if anyone noticed) L.O.L.. But we just moved and
got the stomach flu on top of the moving mess. Not much fun. We all know how much fun that
is. NOT!
Anyway, on to much more fun toipics. I was catching up on my blog reads and boy there are some real wise people sharing some very cool stuff. I wanted to say WOMEN because that's the majority of the people who write the blogs I happen to read. Although thier are more men coming up too.
For my number one pick of the week I read on "A Beautiful Mess" that you can make chalkboard
paint in Beautiful Colors and although she does give "Martha" credit for it, I wouldn't have seen it had it not been for "A Beautiful Mess."
So lets get started:
Start with flat-finish latex paint in any shade. For small areas, such as a door panel, mix 1 cup at a time.
1. Pour 1 cup of paint into a container.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of unsanded tile grout.
3.Mix with a paint stirrer, carefully breaking up clumps.
Apply paint with a roller or a sponge paintbrush or roller, to a primed or painted surface. Work in smallsections going over the same spot several times to ensure full, even coverage. Let dry.
Smooth area with 150-grit sandpaper and wipe off dust.
*To condition: Rub the side of a piece of chalk over entire surface. Wipe away residue with a barely damp sponge
Now, I remember when we were in school how important it was to *condition the chalkboard. After reading this part I realized why my chalkboard I had made didn't work like the old ones. *Very important part people.
