OK, this is the only kind of tricky part of the whole process, but it really isn't too bad. Chances are, your chalkboard is not the same dimensions {or ratio} as your sheet of paper. In order to make sure my drawing area had the same exact ratio as my paper, you can see in the picture below that I had to cut 1 1/2 inches off of each side. In order to figure that out, I used this equation.
Finished! It really wasn't that hard, I promise!
If you want to keep it from getting smudged, just lightly spray it with hairspray. It will help your drawing resist smudging and washes right off with a little soapy water!
You may also enjoy these free templates {click on the picture to be taken to the post}:
P.S. I was trying to take pictures of the chalkboard without the glare, and Ella came running in her little walker right in front of me! This girl makes me laugh every day!
Shawnna Silvius
Great technique. I remember this as a youngster also, better never thought of using it for chalkboards. Thanks for sharing!
Candra @ Camo and Lipstick
I posted a link to this on my blog today hope you don't mind!!
Michelle Stoddard
I just found this post! Thank you for making it not seem so scary. Going to tackle something for Thanksgiving.
Lynet Sandoval Witty
your pinterest board you linked doesn't exist? awwww i'm so sad! i love the style of your chalk art! i have a huge board that I love drawing on! Following you <3
Katie Murphy
Thank you so much for the tutorial! I just featured it in my chalkboard project roundup 🙂 Have a great weekend!
~Katie @ Upcycled Treasures
https://upcycledtreasures.com/2013/07/25-creative-diy-chalkboard-projects/
Tammy @ A Walk in the Countryside
Great tutorial! I think I may be able to accomplish this now! Ella Claire is so precious!! I'm now a new follower and found you though Jennifer Rizzo!
Leslie
Just found your blog through Pinterest! Can you tell me what font you used for the words "plant" and "tomorrow"?
Thanks!!!
Leslie
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Cathy Simmons
Love this!!! Have shared it. Thank you!!
HAPPY FIND of my morning! <3
Deborah@Green Willow Pond
What a great chalkboard and tutorial! Your little cutie patootie can steal the limelight anytime...what a doll! I'd love it if you would share this at "What We Accomplished Wednesday," at Green Willow Pond. It goes live on Tuesday nights at about 6 PM EST. Have a great week!
Hugs,
Deborah
de mambo
good job !
Lauren and Johan
Remember to wet the chalk, this will make the letters pop out!
ann hunting
Thanks so much for sharing the freebie!
Cherished Handmade Treasures
Terrific! Found you through Kristin's blog. Thanks for sharing this technique. I'm your newest follower through GFC and Pinterest.
Sandy
Cherished Handmade Treasures
Deneen@dreaming-n-color
Cab you tell me the fonts used? This looks fantastic. New follower!
Carolina
Tnak you so much for the wonderful tutorial! I am going to paint this on my studio next week!
Inspire Me Heather
You've done a beautiful job with that - love the quote too! I've got this linked to my DIY chalk art post as well today, for inspiration!
~ Liz ~
I love your chalkboard tutorial but I am mathaphobic and seeing those calculations made me seize up inside. I'll have to have my daughter do that part. Somehow my kids are all great at math. Now I just have to decide what I want to draw!
Liz
Jen Gilday
Simply DIVINE!! I'm going to have to try and do that.
Thanks for sharing.
Jen
athomeinthenorthwestblog.com
Anonymous
What a great tutorial! Am definitely going to try this! Ana
shaggysheephome
I mentioned this tutorial in my blog!!!