Friday, July 20, 2012

My New Best Friend.... Duct Tape :)

One problem I have in my classroom is that I have no space for communicating with my students. Since my math partner is moving next to me (the adjoining room), I wanted to optimize our space. What I needed was a communication board for my students located somewhere between both of our rooms.

Yesterday, I went to Home Depot and purchased a 2' X 4' panel and had in cut to 3'.

Included in my purchase was chalkboard spray paint, paint pens, and duct tape.

After applying four coats of spray paint, I added a duct tape border (my room is polka dot themed).

This is what it looked like when the basics were done.

I used paint pens to write the date, agenda title, and homework.

The final test... CHALK! I think it turned out pretty cute! On to my next project... freebies for everyone!

9 comments:

  1. I recently discovered duct tape...and used the same pattern to cover my jars and clipboards (well, I'm working on the clipboards). You're boards look fabulous BTW!

    I found you via Third Grade Bookworm. Look forward to following you...you've got some great ideas!

    Classroom Capers

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  2. Abby at Third Grade Bookworm sent me! Love the agenda board!!


    Aimee
    aimee@vanmiddlesworth.org
    Pencils, Books, and Dirty Looks

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  3. Love your agenda board. Have you ever tried chalk markers? I wondered if they work as well on DIY chalkboards as they do on regular ones. I am allergic to chalk, but the markers are wonderful. I love the bright colors. I found you thru No Monkey Business.
    Learning in Bliss

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  4. Marcia, I have never even heard of chalk markers! OOOooo I like the sound of it. :) I'm running to Michaels after I finish the roast that is in the oven! Thanks! Sounds like fun!

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  5. I love how your agenda board turned out! Let us know how the chalk markers work out.

    Hooty's Homeroom

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  6. I love that! And... I just happened to buy that very pattern of duck tape yesterday :)I am your newest follower.

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  7. What a great idea! This looks great. I am your newest follower, I found you on TT. I teach 4th and am so excited to connect with other upper grade teachers! I am going to go back and read some of your older post!
    

Layla
    Fancy Free in Fourth

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  8. Love your message board! I'm your newest follower! I was just awarded the Liebster Blog Award by two wonderful bloggers and I am passing it on to you! You can stop by my blog to pick up the button, the rules and see who else was nominated with you!
    Patti
    pattib203@yahoo.com
    Primary Pizzazz

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  9. So apparently chalk markers are made out of gold. A pack at Michaels was $24. I think I will wait until I get a coupon.

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