How to Make a Chalkboard Out of an Old Griddle
Hi everyone! There are myriads of chalkboard projects out there. After all, just about anything can be painted with chalkboard paint–metal, plastic, wood, and more. I’ve seen a lot of quirky projects out there, some that work, and some that don’t. I’ve got a project today that I’m not completely sure about. You’ll have to let me know what you think. Over the week-end, I attended several garage sales and at one I bought an old griddle for twenty-five cents. Why? You may ask.
Well, when I saw it, I immediately thought chalk board. Sometimes that’s just how inspiration hits, right? You’re standing there minding your own business and boom. An idea hits you. Again, sometimes good, sometimes not-so-good.
I liked the medium size of this pan, its rivets and the sturdy handle. Otherwise, it appeared to be just an ordinary griddle.
After cleaning it well with steel wool–to banish grease and give the surface some “tooth”–I gave it two coats of Krylon chalkboard paint.
Then I decided to attach a Scrabble tile-holder to act as a chalk-holder (thanks Dianne at Deanie’s Stash for the great idea!). Before attaching, I gave it a coat of medium stain.
I used Duco cement that I had on hand to adhere the holder to the bottom of the griddle.
It’s a pretty handy size for either sending a message to a family member, like, “Hope you do well on your math test, son!” or writing a generic greeting, as in, “Bless This House”.
However, the handle on this particular griddle does not make it condusive to hanging. So if I don’t want it sticking out oddly from the wall, I’ll have to hang it with a traditional plate hanger. (You know, the metal thingy with the springs.) Or, it could simply lean against the wall on a shelf or cupboard.
So that’s my idea for the week. What do you think? Yay or nay on the griddle turned chalkboard?
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I love the look of the griddle turned chalkboard. I think it is just right to prop on a shelf or counter. I think it works so my vote is yay!
This is so cute!
Tania
Adorable!
I think it turned out great! Really like the scrabble tile holder for holding the chalk!
This is a super idea…I have a huge iron skillet (I mean huge) that I may just use as is…and hang it up…if I can find a stud in the wall to hang it from. Great share, thanks, Sandi
So clever and cute Diana.
Kris
Hi Diana! 🙂
I love this, such a great idea, I have seen similar pans at the thrift store and they would have made great chalk boards. I did not know that you could get chalkboard paint in a spray can! Will have to look for that!
I love the saying on the chalkboard too, cute!
Kimberley
Who knew? What a fab idea! This is such a wonderful and inspirational post. I would love it if you would share it at our WIW Linky party today. Hope you can join us!
Paula
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Diana, this is such a creative idea & one I have not seen done before–love it!
Cute idea Diana and I love sunshine!! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
This is the perfect use for an old griddle!! Super creative – I love it and am choosing it as my feature this Tuesday at Dream. Create. Inspire. Link. 🙂
Thanks so much Jenny! Great way to start the week 🙂
This is absolutely adorable! Thanks os much for linking up with Karen for Something to Talk About Link Party!
The best part is the little ledge on the botom to hold the chalk. I already have a griddle. and the paint, all I need is a ledge. Thanks for an awesome idea.