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{Coastal Crafts} From Old Mirror To Beach Cottage Chic Chalkboard
Posted on June 12, 2011 by Marie of Sally Lee by the Sea, LLC in coastal crafts.

An old mirror with an ornate plastic frame has been hanging on our covered patio since last summer (A Patio with Coastal Charm). I had found it in the garage when we moved in and simply spray painted it with a soft white. I’ve had the itch to use my can of chalk board paint so thought this old mirror might be fun to convert into a beach cottage chalkboard.

After disassembling the mirror from the frame (be very careful, I cut my finger on the glass edge) I cleaned the old glass and then applied a coat of Kilz primer. While the primer dried I started painting the frame with some acrylic paint. White, grey sky and a bit of sandy hued paints were delicately applied to provide the mirror a bit of “age.” Hot glue was used to attach a five-finger starfish to the top and a large shell hides a bit of breakage which was at the bottom of the frame (can’t tell now!). I used the dry brush painting technique to add a tiny bit of white to the seashells too.

I simply followed the directions…exactly…on the can of chalk board paint with perfect results. I tend to want to brush over and over the paint when it’s drying – don’t do this with the chalkboard paint! Let each coat dry thoroughly too. You can’t rush this project. I applied two coats of chalk board paint over 48 hours and then let the project sit for three days. I primed the board with chalk, wiped it off and it was ready for fun!

Yes, there is a tiny chip in the seashell, but I think irregularities just add to the charm of things…especially in a cottage. ;o) I decided to hang the completed Beach Cottage Chalkboard in our Master Bedroom for now and wrote a bunch of French Love Phrases on it.

Do you like it? What kind of fun projects have you done with Chalkboard paint?

You may enjoy this beach cottage decorating article about chalkboards too! {Interior Design} Charming Cottage Chalkboards
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46 comments on “{Coastal Crafts} From Old Mirror To Beach Cottage Chic Chalkboard”

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Linda on June 20, 2011 at 9:40 PM said:

This turned out really darling, I like it. I do alot with old mirrors and frames too. Don’t we all just
love chalk board paint?!
Linda
Kirsty on June 20, 2011 at 9:15 PM said:

I love it! the chalkboard paint looks stunning against the white frame.
Marie on June 20, 2011 at 1:03 PM said:

C’est chic mon ami! J’adore this project. It will be perfect for my new outdoor room! Happy Monday dearest!
-Marie
Courtney on June 19, 2011 at 9:55 PM said:

How absolutely charming~ love it!! I have used the hard board behind the picture for a chalkboard before too~ so great when you find a frame that has that!! Love yours- it turned out darling~thanks for sharing at FNF :)
pandaranol on June 19, 2011 at 6:56 PM said:

Enserrer de vingt-cinq ou trente sous, ou bien en amitié des accusés, de mode résumé et de la résidence un calé propriétaire. Parer bien ce qu’elle fait, et il voir les voix usance et au fond cet individualité se porter que, dans ses trousseau blancs.
Beverly on June 19, 2011 at 5:04 PM said:

Absolutely beautiful!
Sue on June 18, 2011 at 5:35 AM said:

Great idea to transform a mirror into a chalkboard. Love the addition of the shells to both hide the flaws and accentuate the frame. Visiting from the Picket Fence.
:-) Sue
Vanessa on June 17, 2011 at 8:41 PM said:

I love it! What a great idea to add the starfish and shell too. So clever and original and so fitting too of course! :-) Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Inspiration Friday this week!
Vanessa
Lynda Dishner on June 17, 2011 at 1:32 PM said:

Love it. Thanks
Lynda Dishner on June 17, 2011 at 1:32 PM said:

I love it ! ! ! It looks so good I’m going to try it. Thanks
Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage on June 17, 2011 at 12:22 PM said:

Oh so pretty!! :)
Jeanine Okio B Designs on June 17, 2011 at 8:04 AM said:

I adore this look! So pretty with the sea shells! Coming over from My Romantic Home!

Jeanine
Michella on June 17, 2011 at 12:29 AM said:

I love it!!! I especially love that the previous owners left it for you!! Free is always good :))
I recently did this on a smaller mirror but I painted the opposite side of the mirror
so if I want the mirror again all I have to do is flip it back :))
Thanks so much for sharing!!
Sincerely,
Michella
www.michellamarie.com
- Marie @ Sally Lee by the Sea on June 17, 2011 at 4:11 PM said:
  
  You’re SO smart – why didn’t I think of using the backside. Thanks for the tip, which I’ll certainly remember for next time :O)
abeachcottage on June 16, 2011 at 6:39 AM said:

Looks great, love how it turned out. Thanks for adding your link to BC Good Life Wednesdays.
- Marie @ Sally Lee by the Sea on June 16, 2011 at 2:57 PM said:
  
  Thanks so much, Sarah! :O)
laurie on June 15, 2011 at 8:16 PM said:

Soooo pretty, Marie! Love the dry brush technique on the shell – and the entire project turned out great! I’ve used the spray Chalkboard paint and that’s really sooo easy, especially on mirrors or glass. Nice job!

xoxo laurie
Deanne on June 15, 2011 at 2:34 PM said:

Great job, looks fabulous!
Thanks for visiting me.
She Uses Her Words on June 15, 2011 at 1:15 PM said:

Oh, this is so lovely! I have just discovered your blog through White Wednesday and am becoming a follower. Take Care, Karen
Annalisa on June 15, 2011 at 10:31 AM said:

che meraviglia,mi piace tantissimo!!
Sheedia | InspirU CooCoo on June 14, 2011 at 1:15 PM said:

I do like it and no I’ve never used chalk paint before. This is my first time here and I feel like I’m by the ocean (really relaxed). Great idea! There’s something special about a board that you can write and erase everything. I should try this sometime. Thanks for sharing.
Modern Country Style on June 14, 2011 at 1:39 AM said:

Hello lovely,

It looks awesome!! I love the makeover you’ve given it. The blackboard idea is fab!! And the little beachy touches are just perfect!

Sarahx
Linda@Coastal Charm on June 13, 2011 at 4:25 PM said:

Love it…I did a huge chalkboard out of a FREE frame and Love it!!! Hop over today because you have been featured at NIFTY THRIFTY TUESDAYS…please feel free to grab my starfish button for your blog.

Blessings,
Linda
- Marie @ Sally Lee by the Sea on June 13, 2011 at 7:03 PM said:
  
  Thanks so much, Linda!!!
Debbie Futhey on June 13, 2011 at 12:30 PM said:

I love the frame. I was just getting ready to go out to my workroom and do almost the same thing to a frame that was returned to my store because it got chipped. The manufacturer replaced the frame for the customer, so I have this gorgeous frame that I’ve been needing to do something useful with. Thanks for sharing the inspiration and talent you have. I can’t wait to get started on mine.:)
Laura Ingalls Gunn on June 13, 2011 at 10:58 AM said:

How lovely! A true metamorphosis.

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Happy Monday to you.
Michelle on June 13, 2011 at 9:39 AM said:

It turned out beautiful Marie!! I love everything about it. Your vignette is so beachy perfect as well my dear. :)
XOXO
Blessing Reflections on June 13, 2011 at 4:57 AM said:

Turns out perfectly pretty, and unique! I’ve not tried chalk paint before, and this is interesting to consider.
Cricket on June 12, 2011 at 10:16 PM said:

This is fantastic!
Thanks for sharing!
Smiles~
Purnima on June 12, 2011 at 9:12 PM said:

Fabulous!!!!
Handy Man, Crafty Woman on June 12, 2011 at 7:45 PM said:

That’s such a great idea, love it!! cute blog.
Katie @ Wildwood Creek on June 12, 2011 at 7:03 PM said:

Love the addition of the shells on this frame!
patti @ pandora's Box on June 12, 2011 at 6:20 PM said:

This is so pretty and looks lovely about your pretty vignette – love the added shells – great fix!
Dave on June 12, 2011 at 5:41 PM said:

I love it!!! That is truly beautiful work.

If I had tried that, it probably would have shattered in my hands. :)
Lynn@thevintagenest on June 12, 2011 at 5:11 PM said:

I love it!!! I have been going crazy with the chalkboard paint lately. Using it a lot for the upcoming celebration. Did an old ornate frame one for the food menu and I chalkboarded (is that a word?) a bucket for the raw bar and I also did a huge frame and chalkboard for a special sumpin sumpin. :) I wish I had a beach house to do some things with shells and starfish.
- Marie @ Sally Lee by the Sea on June 12, 2011 at 6:45 PM said:
  
  Goodness, Lynn – - You are the Chalkboard Paint Queen!! You go girl.
beachcomber on June 12, 2011 at 4:33 PM said:

beautiful!!!
cheryl x
Lavender Dreams on June 12, 2011 at 3:49 PM said:

Everyone is loving the chalkboard paint! I think your project turned out beautifully! I didn’t know you could use it on glass! WOW! I have an old frame that I need to do something with…but I think I have an idea, just need some time to work on it! Hugs! ♥
bob etier on June 12, 2011 at 3:07 PM said:

I love it! When I designed my studio, I used chalkboard paint on the walls. I alternated vertical stripes in a very hot pink and blackboard black. It’s a room where it’s okay to write on the walls–if you write on the black part! (and so happy you found the love of your life!)
beachhouseliving on June 12, 2011 at 2:41 PM said:

Looks great! I have the mirrors and still haven’t tried this.
Jeannine on June 12, 2011 at 2:40 PM said:

love how this turned out! i especially enjoy the sweet french message! :)
Seaside Style on June 12, 2011 at 1:30 PM said:

Marie, It came out gorgeous! I did 2 wine bottles in chalk board paint yesterday. I am going to take them on our week camping trip over the 4th of July,. We go with several couples. I though I would write the menue for the day and at night put tapered candles. I have a cheap silver plated tray I want to chalkboard paint as well. Have a beachy day!

Linda
- Marie @ Sally Lee by the Sea on June 12, 2011 at 3:07 PM said:
  
  What a wonderful idea – sounds great, Linda! Hope you have a lovely trip :O)
stefanie on June 12, 2011 at 1:17 PM said:

its perfect!!!!
- Marie @ Sally Lee by the Sea on June 12, 2011 at 1:28 PM said:
  
  thanks so much! :O)