Welcome back from the weekend. We sure hope you had a crafty weekend. At the beginning of a new week, we’re sure there are several things swimming around in your head. You are keeping a running list of all the things you have to do. Often times unless you right things down, you can easily forget them. That’s why today we want to share with you this Handmade Charlotte Chalkboard Message Center To Do List Clipboard. Keep organized with this easy-to-make Chalkboard To Do lists. Chris Williams, one of our talented designers created this project, using stencils from the new FolkArt Handmade Charlotte stencil line. All the supplies you will need to complete this project are below. To see the instructions for this project click here.

PLAID Supplies

·       FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Black, 8 oz.

·       Stencil Decor ® Accessories - Stencil Tape

·       Stencil Decor ® Brushes - Stencil Brush, 5/8"

·       FolkArt ® Handmade Charlotte™ Stencils - Family Message Center

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Licorice, 2 oz.

Other Supplies

Clip Board
Brush basin or container for water
foam plates
paper towels

Hooray! It’s Friday and the weekend is here. Now is a perfect time to tackle a home décor craft project. With the weekend you have some extra time to gather your supplies, and go to work on that idea you’ve been thinking about. This is exactly what was Jenny from Day of Chalk and Chocolate did. Jenny took a bland table and transformed it into an adorable table. To upcycle this table Jenny took some FolkArt paints and stencils, and the end result was fantastic. How cute is this? If you would like to see step by step how she made this project click here. What home project have you been putting off? Don’t delay a moment longer. Start crafting now!

Happy Wednesday! We are extra excited today because we have an awesome kid friendly craft project to share with you. This month we are all about stencils, and why not? Stenciling is a timeless craft technique that can make any project instantly standout. This month we are releasing a new line of stencils, FolkArt Handmade Charlotte Stencils. These stencils come in a variety of designs, and are great for kid crafts. Don’t take our word for it, take a look at this stenciled clock stool from One Artsy Mama. Amy used a variety of supplies including the new FolkArt Handmade Stencils, and FolkArt paints. Below are a few supplies she used, to see the rest of the supplies needed and learn how she made this stool click here.

- FolkArt acrylic paint 

- Chalkboard Paint

- Sponge brush

- Family Message Center stencil kit

Although the first month of the year is almost over, we are still at the beginning of 2013. People love to take time during this time to think about new projects to tackle, or things to spruce up. A simple project to create that can be a nice addition to a door in your home is this Chalkboard Door Sign. This is a fun sign for teen or tween room. Kirsten Jones designed this cute sign using FolkArt paints and FolkArt chalkboard paint. Your tween or teen will be able to create several messages on this door sign. All the supplies can be found below, and for the complete instructions click here.

PLAID Supplies

·       FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Black, 8 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Daffodil Yellow, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Lime Green, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Calypso Sky, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Light Fuchsia, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Wicker White, 2 oz.

·       Plaid ® Wood Surfaces - Door Hangers, 6 pack

Other Supplies

#10 flat brush
Small round brush
Artist varnish gloss

For many of you, you are still on holiday vacation nibbling away on left over holiday treats. One of the treats many people may have many left over, are Candy Canes. Put those sweet treats to use and create these Candy Cane Chalkboard place cards. Cheryl from That’s What Che Said created these adorable cards. What a creative way to use candy. This is a very simple craft project that uses only a few supplies including FolkArt chalkboard paint. To learn how to make these place cards visit Cheryl’s blog here.

Bats, Spiders, and Pumpkins…ohh my! Looking for a great way to decorate your pumpkins, try using chalkboard paint. Chalkboard paint is a great craft supply for kids to create with. It allows them to draw on a surface, and gives them the option to erase their work if they want. Check out these chalkboard pumpkins, how cute are they? Have your kids make these, and add funny and creative faces to them. All the materials you will need for this project is below. To see the complete instructions click here. 

PLAID Supplies

·        FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Black, 8 oz.

·        FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Licorice, 2 oz.

Other Supplies

1” flat brush
2 sheets stiff black felt
Thick black pipe cleaners
Craft knife

It’s Monday! Hope you had a wonderful weekend and were able to create a craft project. If you were not able to craft this weekend, no worries here is an easy craft you can create with your kids during the week. These chalkboard painted clay pots are very easy to create, and make for a great springtime project. For this project you will not need many supplies. Aside from the clay pots, you will only need some Apple Barrel and chalkboard paint. So simple and so fun.

PLAID Supplies

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Bright Yellow, 8 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Leaf Green, 8 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Barn Red, 2 oz.

·       Apple Barrel ® Colors - Bright Blue, 8 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Black, 8 oz.

Other Supplies

2 medium size clay pots
Chalk
#12 flat brush
Sponge brush
Liner brush

Instructions

1.   Paint first pot body Bright Blue – rim with Leaf Green.

2.   Paint oval with Black Chalkboard paint.

3.   Dot around oval area with red dots using end of brush to apply.

4.   Use #12 flat brush to make color circles with red and Yellow. Use Liner brush to paint black leaves, stems and spiral on flowers.

5.   Paint second pot body Barn Red – rim with Leaf Green. Paint circle with Black Chalkboard Paint. Paint yellow petals around black center. Use liner brush to outline all petals with black. Using handle of brush, dot around black center with Leaf Green. Add Curly-Q’s and leaves with Black. Fill in leaf shapes with Leaf Green. Note: Let cure for 24 hours. Rub lightly with chalk to condition.

The beginning of the year is usually all about organizing your home. Well here is a great project that your kids can help you create. Warm up your kitchen with this fun canister set. This set was created by, Sherrie Ragsdale. This is a beginner level craft that uses Chalkboard paint, FolkArt Paint, and Mod Podge. See below to see all the supplies you will need, and the instructions to create this project.

PLAID Supplies

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Apple Orchard, 2 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Brown, 8 oz.

·       FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Tangerine, 2 oz.

·       Mod Podge ® Matte, 4 oz.

Other Supplies

Three graduating containers, Three 1 3/4" wooden knobs, Coordinating scrapbook paper, Candle, Sandpaper, 3/4" flat brush, Masking tape, Hot glue

Instructions

1.    Base-coat the canisters with Apple Orchard and the lids with Engine Red. Allow to dry. Tape of the desired length and width of the chalkboard rectangles on the fronts of each canister.

2.    Rub candle all over tops and bottoms of canister set except for where the chalkboard paint will be painted. Add three coats of Tangerine to the bottoms and three coats of Brown chalkboard paint to the tops. Allow to dry to touch in between each coat. Do not wait until completely dry, this will allow the paint to rub off easily.

3.    Rub off some of the paint from the canister bottoms and just on the tops of lids to give the appearance of peeling paint. Do not rub off the sides of lids only the tops leaving the sides solid so you can write on.

4.    Remove the tape and paint the rectangles on the fronts of each canister with Brown chalkboard paint along with the three knobs.

5.    Cut three separate pieces of scrapbook paper for the tops of each canister. Mod Podge to the tops.

6.    Glue the knobs on each lid.

With a few dollar store flower pots, some chalkboard paint  and FolkArt acrylics, you can create these adorable flower pot holders, the perfect room accessory for holding ribbons, barettes and other odds and ends.

We're getting the month moving with a whole lot of projects that feature things on wheels: planes, trains, automobiles and more. First up, is this handy little truck that uses chalkboard paint. Make a cute, custom chalkboard for your favorite little one.

If you are anything like me, you'll be spending the next few weeks organizing, cleaning and making room in your home for new toys and gifts. The end of the year is a great time to get organized- everone likes to start the begining of the year with a clean slate. And I, like many, love to free up mental and physical space for new creative projects that I have on the horizon.

I like to apply this concept to my children's play area as well. I'm trashing, donating, and otherise clearing out oldies, as well as doing a little winter cleeaning at home. And on Plaid Kids Crafts,  I'll be featuring projects over the next few days that combine creativity and organization. The first is this chalkboard toy box. Whether you have an old chalkboard that needs a fresh coat or paint, or you've found one at your local thrift store, you can give your box new life with FolkArt Chalkboard paint. This toy box is simple and easy to do and provides a new surface for customizing with the children. Happy crafting.

This is the first of a whole bunch of ornaments we will be featuring for the holidays! Make sure you also check out the ornament party on www.Plaidonline.com!

If you're looking to spruce up your child's room a bit, try making this chalkboard plaque. These also make great gifts!

Creative Organization is our Craft Blog-of-the-Week!

Carla tackled two organizational projects featuring Plaid's Chalkboard Paint, a craft cabinet organizer and a set of doorknob chalkboards.
Both are adorable!