Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Cute and Cheap Memo Board



Cute and Cheap Memo Board

 So today I decided to make a memo board.  I was inspired by this cute one I saw on Pinterest from Make and Takes.  Sure I could have just gone to Wal-Mart or Target and bought one, but it would have been as C-U-T-E or matched my kitchen. 

Here's how I made it:

I started with a super cheap 8x10 frame from the Dollar Tree.  I was really lucky to find one that was made of unfinished wood. After lightly sanding it I added the first coat of paint.

As you can see in the picture I just used everyday craft paint available at Hobby Lobby or a lot of other big box craft stores.  For this project I used Folk Art acrylic paint by Plaid in Forest Moss.  I put two coats on the front and outer edges. Be sure to take the glass out of the frame first to avoid getting paint on it.


After the paint dried (about 2 hours) I used Aleene's Original Tacky Glue to attach three buttons on the frame.  I found these big wooden buttons at Wal-Mart.  I liked that they were a natural oak similar to the cabinets and island in my kitchen. 



 After the glue on the buttons dried, I put the glass back in the frame, along with some scrap book paper. How cool is it that the paper looks like burlap?


I added magnets to the back so I can hang it on the refrigerator. I attached a dry erase marker to the top with a Velcro dot.





I think it turned out really cute!  What do you think?

Happy Crafting!
Susanne

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  1. Hayley @ HappyHouseWIfeyMay 4, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    I think I'd be worried about it coming down with the magnet in our house and the glass smashing(things always fall off our fridge or my boys pull them down), so instead of using the glass I'd probably laminate the paper and put it back in with a piece of cardboard. Such a great idea.... I'm thinking I'm going to have to try this!

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  2. SusanneMay 4, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    Sounds like a really good idea to keep your kiddos safe. I haven't had any trouble with it falling down. I can also tell you, it's very handy to have around I jot notes to myself on it all the time.

    Thanks For Stoppin' By,
    Susanne

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  3. Betsy @ Romance on a DimeMay 5, 2012 at 12:34 PM

    Nice! I love the added touch of buttons. Very cute! I'm pinning this. Thanks for linking up at Romance on a Dime!

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  4. Ginny @ OrganizingHomelife.comMay 5, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    Very cute! Thanks for sharing at Simply Sensational Tuesday. :)

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  5. Kara at Petals to PicotsMay 6, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    What a cute idea! Love the buttons! Thanks for sharing at my party! Have a great week :)

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  6. Ginny @ OrganizingHomelife.comMay 7, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    Just wanted to let you know I featured your idea! Thanks for linking up to Simply Sensational Tuesday. Be sure to grab a "featured" button. :) http://www.organizinghomelife.com/archives/3077

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  7. UnknownMay 8, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    Love it!! I love the color and the buttons. I'm a new follower coming from a Tuesday blog hop, I would love if you followed me back at www.iheartpears.blogspot.com

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  8. angelikiMay 10, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    That's very beautiful! I love the colour!

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  9. SusanneMay 10, 2012 at 2:32 PM

    Thanks, Hubba and Angeliki! I can't wait to check out your blogs!

    Thanks for stoppin' by,
    Susanne

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  10. Betsy @ Romance on a DimeMay 18, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    Very adorable memo board!! I'm so glad you linked up at Romance on a Dime!! Hope to see you back next Tuesday.

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