Back in October when I was visiting my parents I had some fun writing a fall quote on their new chalkboard, and then for Christmas my mom decorated it. While I was there this past month, after Christmas had come and gone and a new year begun, it was time for a new quote. My mom chose this one and I wrote it for her. I didn't use a chalk pen this time, I used just regular chalk. I did this one more quickly than usual and if I had a chance I would go back and make the "b" in buy a capital B seeing how I ended up added a period at the end...maybe if it's still on there next time I visit I will fix it...or maybe it will be time for a new quote. I just finished a new one on one of my chalkboards here at home last night and am about to start on another one tonight.
This is what the desk looked like before we made it over back in October:
I removed it when I was taking pictures, but they have this cute little picture of Miss Lorelei tucked into the corner of their chalkboard.
I hope you all have a blessed Tuesday!
That is a gorgeous chalkboard, and I am still loving the desk transformation. You and Jason have always been awesome at answering the few emails I've sent regarding your products =)
ReplyDeleteJennifer, have you ever done a tutorial on how you write such beautiful quotes on the chalkboards? They are always so beautifuly written with perfect spacing and some words have even been rounded. I would love to make mine just as beautiful as yours.
ReplyDeleteI haven't, Angela, but I have considered it. Because I freehand mine, though, I am not sure the best way to do a tutorial on it.
DeleteI love the painted secretary. I am getting ready to paint an old peice right now and it is really inspiring. It's also a great fit for that spot in the room.
ReplyDeleteNancy
It always amazes me what a difference paint can make. It turned out lovely, the chalkboard also!
ReplyDeleteKimberlee
Hello, this might be a silly question, but did you freehand the words on the chalkboard? Your writing is beautiful. I look forward to seeing more posts of your parents house, I love the ones you posted last summer. Thank you! I also love the painted desk. Mickey cybulski1@windstream.net
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mickey. I do freehand them. I have always enjoyed writing!
DeleteThis looks lovely! You have me rearranging my entire house trying to find a spot for a chalkboard!!! Hmm, yes, can you come write everything for me;)
ReplyDeleteThe handwriting on the chalkboard is always so exquisite...do you make lines on the board as a guide?...it is just perfection!!...Love the quote and the secretary/desk turned out wonderful..love the color!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I generally sketch it out really lightly first and then go over it darker once I have everything in the right spot.
DeleteHow do you do that!!!??? I LOVE your lettered chalkboards! I can't even begin to write something in such a measured, even way, not to mention the font style which is to die for. I loved that desk makeover too!
ReplyDeleteCindy
This looks great? What is the paint color used on the walls, if you don't mind? :)
ReplyDeleteIt's Revere Pewter and it is gorgeous! I am planning on painting several rooms in my home with it!
DeleteLove the chalkboard. I am hoping we get a tour of your parent's house! I loved Jamie's shower decorations. Wasn't sure if that was your parents house or Jamie's house.
ReplyDeleteI am chalkboard addicted......love your chalkboard art. I wish you
ReplyDeletecould put them in a format that they could be printed off. I have
downloaded a couple other chalkboard designs from other sites and they were beautiful when I reproduced them......
just a thank you to you and to your lovely blog.
ReplyDeleteI have downloaded your free template "to read a poem in January" and found it perfect for the snowy landscape I have all around me and my family. so thanks for sharing with us all your mood, your amazing artistic choices... and your crafty spirit.
lisa,
northern Italy
I love this so much and because of you I just bought a gorgeous chalkboard for our kitchen. I'm so glad you could make it look this pretty with regular chalk, as my board isn't compatible with chalk pens. I also received all my pillow covers from you last week and they are gorgeous. Thank you and keep up the good work!!!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you like your pillows, Melissa! And although you can't get quite as fine detail with regular chalk you can still get a pretty decent amount of detail and it is MUCH easier to erase than a chalk pen! =)
DeleteYou have a really beautifull blog... I just bought the chalk pen, because I can't write with the regular chalk, you are really talented if you can...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. Do you know what color was used on the desk?
ReplyDeleteThanks! Kingsport Gray I think...
DeleteI want one but my writing looks like hen scratch. You make everything look perfect! Love the board and writing and desk.Will you be selling your chalkboards soon?
ReplyDeleteWe plan on selling them later this year!
DeleteI love the color of the frame on this chalkboard. I bought a basic chalkboard from Michaels and I would like to "beautify" the frame part. Its just a wood color but its smooth, so im wondering if paint would look ok or if i should buy wood to put over it? i want it to have a beachy feel. I like the wood on the chalkboard frame that you made for your parents. Any suggestions?
ReplyDeleteIf it already has a thick wood frame I would just paint it and then distress it a bit. If it's thin I would beef it up a bit with more wood first.
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