3.22.2011

Oh-So Tute Tues: peacock theme {chalkboard}

Some of ya may remember {THIS} chalkboard we made for our cousin:

Well, our cousin's lil sis just got hitched and wanted her own themed chalkboard to put next to the gifts thanking her guests at her reception.  
{Was that the longest run-on sentence ever? Phew!}  

Anyway, what the bride wants, the bride gets:
Isn't this so fun?  
She loved it + we loved it = success!!
  
Don't tell cousin Nan...it was under $5 to make!
Read on for the DIY!
Supplies:
cupboard door*
18" of pom-pom fringe {$2/yd @ HL}
3 mini clothespins*
modpodge*
glitter*
chalkboard spray paint*
acrylic paint*
peacock feathers*
vinyl monogram letter*
hot glue & glue gun*

*already had on hand

Directions:
1. Spray inside of cupboard door with chalkboard paint.
2. Paint outsides of cupboard door with acrylic paint.
3. ModPodge tops of clothespins.  Cover with glitter.
4. Hot glue pompom fringe across top of cupboard door.
5. Hot glue feathers in place.
6. Rub monogram in place.


Note: Use 3-4 coats of chalkboard paint. Allow 3 days to cure.  After 3 days, rub chalk over whole board & erase.  Only THEN is the board ready to use.


Some of you are probably thinking, "What? I can't make that under $5!" Well, to buy everything at once would total more... but if you are craft nazi's like us, you probably have everything on hand & can make these babies for a small price with a big impact.

Just for fun, here are some more shots of this darling peacock themed wedding!
Notice that giant turquoise puzzle?  That was in place of a sign in book.  How cool is that!

{Linky  here}

Partyin here too:
Serenity Now Crafty Cutter Party

*Don't forget about the GIVEAWAY below!*

14 comments:

  1. hey i didn't see kris there! must have been too late :)

    that chalkboard turned out darlin btw.... great work sis!

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  2. How cute!!!

    and the puzzle is an awesome idea.

    Thanks for riding the train today!
    The Survival Mama

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  3. Adorable! You girls are so stinkin' crafty! Love it!

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  4. great work!!!

    thanks so much for following; followed you back :)

    mymy
    My bric-a-brac

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  5. Love that Stewarts Key Lime!! That chalkboard is so cute too, you guys are so creative!

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  6. Thanks for visiting my site - I'm here to follow back!
    http://henryhappened.blogspot.com/

    Great project!

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  7. love the peacock theme! how fun! i haven't seen that before... makes me want to do a cool theme when i get married with lots of bright colours. thanks for the tutorial!

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  8. jo-
    we took that key lime photo for you!!! you know why! ;)
    xoxo

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  9. I'm stopping by from the hop - that's the most adorable idea ever! Thanks for sharing it!

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  10. How cute! I am so in love with that blue color right now... I have a fresh can of "La Fonda Fiesta Blue" paint just waiting for the perfect project! Thanks so much for linking up for Tutorial Tuesday at The Little Birdie! :)

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  11. Love that gorgeous blue, and the cute pom pom fringe at the top. Very sweet gift! Thank you so much for the visit today, and for linking this up with me! :)

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  12. I love the use of turquoise!

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  13. Hi there! I wanted to send you the link where I mention your work inspired my recycled for sale signs made into subway art

    here's the link:
    http://imnotatrophywife.blogspot.com/2011/03/real-estate-signs-subway-art.html


    laura

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  14. What a great idea for a chalkboard! I love the quote you chose on the first one. Very creative and cute. :)

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