DIY Framed Chalkboards

I love these and have seen them for sale everywhere, always around $40 and up. No way, I can make it for less! I've been keeping my eyes open for the right frame for a while now.  I didn't want to pay a ton for a used frame (obviously), and I didn't want it to be too plain and simple either.  So many of the frames I've scoped out at Goodwill were overpriced because of the (ugly) artwork in them. (I don't care about the crappy art, I just want the frame!) All the frames I scoped at yard sales this morning were just too thin and plain. I'm looking for some chunky detail! 

After no such luck, Dad said, "let's see what's in the closet at my house." Okayyyy! Yayyyy for repurposing. Well of course I found one I could live with. It's a big, chunky frame. Check it out: 

I took out the glass and dusted it off. I've been DYING to use my turquoise spray paint (Rustoleum's Lagoon).  I decided I wanted to leave a little gold detailing on the inside so I taped that off and got to spraying. 

After cleaning the glass, I put 2 coats of Chalkboard spray paint ($3.97) on the glass. 

I organized the garage a bit while I waited for them to dry. I put them back together and ta-da! 

I totally dig it! I'm glad the gold worked out, I really didn't want to have to paint again. :) 

Now I just need to settle on a place to hang it! Entry way or beginning of hallway? Help me decide! :)

*Update: I decided to try out the frame in the entry. I really like the pop of color. Annnnnd to be able to see inspiring messages when I leave and come home would be really cool too. :)

I also had an extra frame on hand that I wanted to make into a little chalkboard to put on an easel for the bar area. You know, to write silly little quips or festive messages or menu items or the cocktail of the evening? :) The possibilities are endless. 

If you repurpose an old frame you already have, this project will only cost you the price of the paint! Even if you have to go thrifting or yard-saling for a frame, the project is STILL incredibly affordable. Now go repurpose some old frames!