Monday, February 18, 2013

A $2 chalkboard, burlap and twine bulletin board



I was called upon from my church for a very special project. They desired to have a bulletin board of some type and asked if I'd be up to giving it a go. Would I!

My premise with these kinds of projects are, use what you have. So here's what I came up doing just that. Feel free to put your own spin on it to create something similar!



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This 5' tall x 30"wide bulletin board was designed to be stationed in an area where you'd stand to write notes before using the board. The shelf was the perfect addition. And here's how I did it:

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Create a frame to your desired size, then dry if it onto your bulletin board material of choice, trace and cut. I had some fibreboard from a previous project I hadn't thrown out. It pays to hoard!

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These are $2 sandbags from the hardware store. I only needed one. I cut one apart for single thickness and hot glued the two sections to the board from behind.



Want a shelf? No prob! Find a board that will reach your framework. I didn't even cut this random board to size. Sand and go. 

Hoarders unite once again.

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Jute was cut and knotted, then screwed into place through the knots.




These galvanized containers were from Ikea but I could totally see tin cans or mason jars being equally adorable.



Kinda cute, isn't it?

How to install:

Screw fibreboard onto the wall.

Attach each board by placing on wall around the fibre board and screw in. Way too easy!



The frame was designed to advertise the reason for the board. Here it is in the church before it got filled up with its intent. 

It was a VERY simple project that I personally didn't have a home for. I'm so glad I had the opportunity  to invent it for another that did!

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Like weird boards? Here's a mattress spring bulletin board I made a few years back.

I rather wanna make more. :)
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48 comments:

  1. CyndiFebruary 18, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    Wow! I never thought I'd see anything pink on your blog! haha Great job, as always!

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    1. Funky Junk InteriorsFebruary 18, 2013 at 11:08 PM

      Never a dull moment around here.. haha It's truly a gorgeous card from a dear blogging friend. I cherish it!

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  2. UnknownFebruary 18, 2013 at 10:47 PM

    I love chalkboards, burlap and twine and your combination of the three...simply perfect. I would never have thought to paint the frame with chalkboard paint. Your design is original and beautiful, as always. Lesa

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  3. Kay San Nicolas @ Gallery Fifty EightFebruary 18, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    Your creations certainly fascinates me.

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2013 at 12:41 AM

    I like this chalkboard! It is nice idea for child's room also!!! Great project...!

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  5. BabsFebruary 19, 2013 at 4:23 AM

    What a great idea for posting prayer requests! Love the textures. The mattress springs one is really neat, too.

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  6. Sonia ValdezFebruary 19, 2013 at 5:14 AM

    Wonderful, Thank you for sharing. I've been dwelling on a bulletin board for a while, and it couldn't be affixed to the wall. If I make something this size and shape It can just sit on the floor!

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  7. Linda @ it all started with paintFebruary 19, 2013 at 5:37 AM

    Really cool, Donna! And is that a close up shot of your phone number? Don't be surprised if you start getting a lot of calls today! LOL!

    :) Linda

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  8. HomeroadFebruary 19, 2013 at 5:42 AM

    Kinda cute??? It's awesome Donna! I love it and it's no wonder your church wanted your help!
    Susan

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  9. Debbie @DewdropGablesFebruary 19, 2013 at 5:55 AM

    This is a fantastic idea for the church! It's perfect having the shelf to write the prayers on, and the tins for holding the pens. It could work for any business, imagine in a school? Or the front office/lobby at the vets? I love it! I really have to pin this, oh the possibilities...
    Debbie :)

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    You did it again! Cute cute....painting the frame with chalkboard paint was just the smartest! I'm so building one of these! I'm off to locate sand bags! The city used to hand them out for free. I'll start there!

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  11. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2013 at 6:13 AM

    You did it again! Cute cute....painting the frame with chalkboard paint was just the smartest! I'm so building one of these! I'm off to locate sand bags! The city used to hand them out for free. I'll start there!

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  13. aliceFebruary 19, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    Donna,
    Another super project! Love it!
    Smiles, Alice

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  14. jpFebruary 19, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    Kinda??? No...a WHOLE LOTTA cute! And I adore those little hanging pots for the pencils, clothespins and paper...I love convenience and like to have the nessessities close at hand!
    And once again, those pics are stunning w/ detail!

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  15. Barbara Bussey {The Treasured Home}February 19, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    This is adorable, creative, clever and it's no wonder the church asked for your contribution of talents.I also love the painters drop cloth, hanging from the hanger! Smart woman, you are!

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  16. UnknownFebruary 19, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    It's adorable and serves many purposes...perfect. I bet they love it. Really clever! And to top it off, you used all our favorite materials!

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  17. At The Picket FenceFebruary 19, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    adore it! So creative and clever!

    Heather

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  18. UnknownFebruary 19, 2013 at 10:06 AM

    Love it! So creative and gorgeous!
    Leslie
    House on the Way

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  19. UnknownFebruary 19, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    Love it!!!

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  20. Thistle Cove FarmFebruary 19, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    that is really great; love it! someone gifted me with a roll of burlap and this looks like a good project.

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    Oh Donna, I love it. What a great idea to have a prayer request/note area in your church. I love your mattress one as well! Great job!

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  22. RosaFebruary 19, 2013 at 1:36 PM

    I LOVE this board and wish I had more room for something large like this . . . I love the mattress spring one as well . . . and of course it's all the little touches you've added that make it fabulous. :)

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  23. ShayFebruary 19, 2013 at 1:51 PM

    Really cool ideas put together very well! Good job and thanks for sharing!

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  24. pbrennerFebruary 19, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    I love it - I need one in my entryway :-) It's a very nice addition for the church, you do have the cutest ideas!

    BTW A video did play under 'RIVIT' . I have a screen capture if you need it, let me know how best to send it to you.

    Thanks for a wonderful blog - I rarely comment, but I visit a lot :-)

    Patty

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  25. Pieced PastimesFebruary 19, 2013 at 2:19 PM

    As soon as I read the post title, I knew I was going to love it! You have done it again! Just wonderful!
    Thanks for the inspiration,
    Suzanne

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  26. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)February 19, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    What a cool bulletin board, Donna! I love all the detailed shots you shared...great pics!

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  27. LyndaFebruary 19, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    I always hit my mute button while reading your blog, but never thought to look to see who was talking...haha...it was from the Technorati square...nothing could stop me from viewing your awesome creations...this one is amazing as usual. I decided what makes it so adorable is the personal touches you strategically place....I am pinning this and hope to enlist my husbands help!

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    1. Funky Junk InteriorsFebruary 19, 2013 at 4:23 PM

      Thank you for not giving up on me! I'll get a handle on this ad stuff yet! :) And thanks for the kudos!!

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  28. AnneFebruary 19, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    Oh Donna I LOVE these both!So easy to do and they look so cool!I need more power tools!
    xx
    Anne

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  29. BrookeFebruary 19, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    I would say you are creative, but all of us that follow you already know! Another great idea and use of materials! http://junkparlor.blogspot.com

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  30. PendraFebruary 19, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    You never disappoint! I have been trying to decide to chalkboard paint an entire wall in my kitchen and hang an old frame with burlap on top and then have a shelf hanging below... this does the work of all three, but soooooo much easier! So glad I hadn't started it yet! Thanks for the inspiration hon!
    Hugs,
    Pendra

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  31. VikkiFebruary 19, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    Love both of your boards and YES a video did play...RIVIT

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  32. UnknownFebruary 19, 2013 at 6:42 PM

    It's way cute and what a great gift to give your church. Your are blessed with a talent to create amazing things. Love your blog.

    BTW a video starting playing when I clicked on your blog. Rivit is the title and a lady is doing a tutorial on quilt making. Sorry but I didn't get a screen shot.

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  33. Christian Brothers RoofingFebruary 19, 2013 at 6:49 PM

    Very cute, creative, and how wonderfully cheap! I love to make things that cost as little as possible.

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  34. Shabby Brocante, KarenFebruary 19, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Wow! Just amazing. I love both boards and all the vignettes and little touches on each!
    Karen

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  35. EmilouFebruary 19, 2013 at 7:39 PM

    Wow, now if I only had a place to put them both. You are just so inspirational. Guess I might move furniture to create a wall that needs these. Thanks for sharing. Blessings, Emilou

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  36. Good Time CharlieFebruary 19, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    This is so cute. I love all the little details you added. I firmly believe in using what you have on hand, and I hate going to buy things for projects. I cannibalize and strip down everything on hand before I will buy parts for a new project. I hope I can get one or two of these done before my next big sale. Really, these will be a hit. I bet your church was over the top happy with what you came up with. So much better than a sterile, blah bulletin board.

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  37. Maureen WyattFebruary 19, 2013 at 11:36 PM

    I am so pinning this one! Love it.

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  38. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmFebruary 20, 2013 at 5:12 AM

    AWESOME!! I love it Donna!! So cool that you were able to do that for your church...using your gifts for His glory :)

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  39. Deneen@dreaming-n-colorFebruary 21, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    Donna you have a great eye! I love this. Pinning!

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  40. Deborah@Green Willow PondFebruary 22, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    I love it when a project is free or nearly free! Hoarders unite indeed ;) I love the idea of a shelf in the middle and the chalkboard frame. Beautiful!

    hugs,
    Deborah

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  41. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    I love this Donna, others will truly be blessed by your work! Have a great weekend.
    Tami @ Curb Alert!

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  42. UnknownFebruary 22, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    Ooooh I knew my hoarding would pay off! This is fabulous :)

    xo, Tanya
    twelveOeight

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  43. thistlewoodfarmFebruary 26, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    You go girl! What an AMAZING project! But even more....those photographs are off-the-charts!!!!!

    You are such a rock star!
    karianne

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  44. Beth@Unskinny BoppyFebruary 26, 2013 at 2:35 PM

    Wow oh wow.... you amaze me yet again, Donna! I am sharing this on my fb page and pinning. WOW! $2.00??

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  45. Randi~Dukes and DuchessesFebruary 26, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    That looks so great, Donna! I love the way you just screwed the twine right on ... it gives it a really great industrial look.

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