Build your own chalkboard

Chalkboards are one of the hottest designing trends around. They can be used virtually in every room of your house. You can buy chalkboards from many home …

Have you ever seen a vintage frame and thought, “What would I do with that?”, and then walk off leaving it behind? I have, and …

Melanie of The French Cottage had been holding onto a tear-out of a Restoration Hardware chalkboard for years. However, she says her “inner frugalista” would not allow her to spend $499 on a chalkboard. Melanie also knew she could build her own chalkboard for much less and did just that for $50, which isn’t too shabby for a ginormous framed chalkboard. The fact that this chalkboard has a vintage schoolhouse look makes it perfect for Melanie’s son’s playroom. It’s a piece that both mommas and children can enjoy!