And in 5 steps of course! Let's go!
What you will need:
- A roll of painter's tape
- A tarp
- A glossy can of spray paint of your choice (I recommend Krylon or Rustoleum Brand with a built in primer.)
- A roll of a trendy ribbon
- A small can of chalkboard paint
- 1-2 mid size foam brushes
- Measuring Tape
- Drill (OPTIONAL)
- Hot glue gun or E6000
- Scissors
Step 1:
Start by taping off your tile, covering the center with the tape and leaving the frame or outer area of it open to be painted. After you have completely covered the center and there are absolutely no spaces or holes, you are ready to paint!
Step 2:
Lay your tile on your tarp face down. Spray paint the back of the tile. After that coat dries (approximately 20 minutes), spray it once more to guarantee total and even coverage. Let it remain face down and allow the paint to completely dry for at least 30-45 minutes. Test it with your finger tip after a half hour to make sure. Then, flip it over and carefully spray paint the untaped area of the frame with your paint color. As you did on the other side, let the first coat sit 20-25 minutes, then spray it once more. (NOTE: You do not have to paint your tile if you do not desire. Some folks like the vintage look and I am definitely one of those people. It is completely and totally up to you!)
Step 3:
After you are certain that the paint is completely dry (Like 110% sure), remove the painters tape slowly and carefully from the center of the tile. Next, get that roll of painter's tape back out and place it around the edges of the unpainted area to ensure that your lines remain perfectly straight. Next, using your foam brush and your chalkboard paint, cover the area, slowly and carefully, as you do NOT want to get any chalkboard paint on the frame that you just painted so well. Let the first coat sit 20-25 minutes. Reapply a second coat and let it sit for the same amount of time. FInally, apply one last coat of chalkboard paint and let it dry 45 minutes to an hour to ensure that all coats get sealed and dried.
Step 4:
Once you are certain that the chalkboard paint is completely dry (This should take no less than a full hour or so), remove the painter's tape from around the area.
Step 5: The Display
At this point, your entire board should be dry. Now, you have the option to drill a few holes and string your ribbon through your tile if you desire to hang your board as shown in the photo above. Or, you can make a fancy bow out of your ribbon to simply adhere to the front. But, no matter which you choose, both are super cute ideas and both are sure to be stunners.
FOR THE HANGING OPTION:
Measure the length across the top of your tile in inches and divide that number by 3. Whatever number you get, measure from the edge of the left side to that number and then mark it with a pencil or pen. Do the same thing from the edge of the right side and mark it also. Then, using a small bit drill, gently drill a single hole through each of those markings. Whatever cute little ribbon you chose, string it right on through.
FOR A TRADITIONAL DISPLAY OPTION (display on an easel):
Make a bow with your ribbon and use your hot glue gun to adhere it to the front of the frame of the tile. Or, who said you were married to bows? Do you have another clever and unique embellishment idea to use instead? Go for it! You can use things such as antique knick knacks, old fashioned jewelry, buttons, or scrapbook flowers or accessories- the options are vast.
After you get your embellishment or bow secured on the front of your tile, you are DONE!! Go and give that little lovely as a funky and unique gift that they will be sure to love or find the perfect little spot to hang it or post it up!
Until next time,
XOXO
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