I saw this idea on Groop Dealz one day and I knew that I had to make it! We don’t have very much wall space in our kitchen, so I couldn’t put up my tile. I use chalkboard vinyl from Expressions Vinyl but you could use the dry erase vinyl too. I just didn’t trust myself with a marker by the fridge, especially since we are renting.
This is how I made it:
1) I took the chalkboard vinyl and cut it into 4″x4″ squares
2) I made eight of them. One will be for notes
3) I took a corner rounder punch and rounded the edges
4) I then put the chalkboard vinyl and put it on the fridge.
I made two rows.
5) Next I cut out some Expressions Vinyl with my Silhouette. I used colors: olive, maize and white.
6) I put all of the days of the week on the fridge. As I was doing it, I realized that the week starts with Sunday, not Monday. Oops. I guess that is when it starts to me :). I used transfer paper to do this (don’t use contact paper, it’s too sticky and takes off the paint).
7) I wanted to add some little flowers, so I put some on the fridge.
Pretty fun, huh?
Take some chalk and plan your menu! I’m good at planning my menu, I’m not so good at sticking with it! 🙂
I’ve had this up for 6 weeks now and it’s still doing great! The chalkboard vinyl is awesome!!
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laxsupermom
I didn't know you could get chalkboard vinyl. Your menu board looks great! Thanks for sharing.
Joe and Cassie
I love it!!! That is such a good idea! I always plan menus then lose my list and forget what I planned.
Bougielyns
Great idea! I have some leftover chalkboard vinyl that I was wondering what to do with! I don't have a Silhouette or other vinyl cutting machine so will probably have to adapt this by sticking the chalkboard squares on a board with magnets on the back and add words to that using paper stickers or rubber stamping. Should work well 🙂
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Rachel
What a great idea! I didn't even know they had chalkboard vinyl. I'll have to get some.
Rachel
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PeggyJean
that is a really great idea! Thanks for sharing!
Sarah
That is a fabulous idea!!
I featured this today!
http://craftingandcreativity.blogspot.com/2011/11/things-i-like-thursday-16.html
Marilyn
This is beyond adorable.NEAT idea. I LOVE it.. I would LOVE if you could link up to my Pin Inspirational Party today pweease.. TY http://theartsygirlconnection.blogspot.com/2011/11/pininspirational-thursdays-linky-party.html
Amanda K @ Every Creative Endeavor
This is so cute! I love it! I may just have to copy you!! Thank you for thinking to The Every (body's) Creative Endeavor Party!
Theresa
Super cute idea. I didn't know about chalkboard vinyl either! Feel free to link up if you like!
Marie
This is fabulous! So glad you linked up with us at Show & Share!
Marie
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Melody Lane Designs
Great project! TFS
sstone
That's really cute. I've really been enjoying all the chalkboard stuff, and I like the vinyl's non'permanance.:)
Shiloh
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Jenfier Harrod
Great I wish I had some of that stuff. That was from my daughter Zoi. Come visit her at:
http://www.ladybugswithzoi.blogspot.com
Vanessa
Great idea! I'd love for you to link up at my Do Something Crafty Friday party: http://vanessascraftynest.blogspot.com/2011/11/do-something-crafty-12.html
Danielle
Love the menu!
mrshinesclass
Love this!
Sharon @ mrshinesclass
Kassi @ Truly Lovely
This is a great idea! You could easily put one of these together and give as a Christmas gift! 🙂 Thanks for sharing on Fancy This Fridays… by the way… SOMEONE has a feature! Hope you'll check it out and grab a button! http://www.trulylovelyblog.com/2011/11/fancy-this-features-49.html
Jessica @ My World - Made By Hand
This is fabulous…I love it.
Thanks for linking it to Totally Tutorial Tuesdays. Be sure to check back Friday to see if you were featured.
Jessica
http://myworldmadebyhand.blogspot.com
Jami
Your boards turned out amazing! Thanks for sharing your crafty self at the Tuesday To Do Party!
Smiles!
Jami
http://www.blackberryvine.blogspot.com