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Making a Brushed Metal Look Chalkboard Serving Tray

By Lorraine

Make a chalkboard and serving tray with a brushed-metal look detailed DIY how-to instructions. Great housewarming gift for newlyweds.
Our daughter, Jill and husband, Brad recently moved into a new home. Well, actually their home was built in 1917 making it a 95 year-old new home.
She wants a serving tray for an ottoman she is using as a coffee table. Her dad and I worked together to make a brushed metal-look chalkboard serving tray.

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Make a chalkboard and serving tray with a brushed-metal look detailed DIY how-to instructions. Great housewarming gift for newlyweds.
 I made a list of the materials I would need to make one as well as items for a framed chalkboard to display above a buffet her sister, Jamie, painted for her as a housewarming gift. My husband and I headed off to the store.

Frame for the chalkboard

Not wanting to buy wood and cut it ourselves to build a frame, I purchased an unfinished framed mirror in the size I thought appropriate for a serving tray. I didn’t need the mirror as a mirror but used it instead as a backing for the chalkboard. Otherwise I would had needed a board cut to fit the frame. This worked just fine. I also picked up a large framed mirror to make a matching chalkboard.
Make a chalkboard and serving tray with a brushed-metal look detailed DIY how-to instructions. Great housewarming gift for newlyweds.
This photo shows the completed chalkboard and serving tray ready for gift giving.

Making a chalkboard serving tray

 

 

Make a chalkboard and serving tray with a brushed-metal look detailed DIY how-to instructions. Great housewarming gift for newlyweds.
Here are the steps we used to make both

FOR THE FRAME

  1. After removing the mirrors from the frames, I sanded the wood and painted each frame with two similar shades of silver acrylic craft paint, applying them at the same time to achieve the metal look I wanted.
  2. When the paint dried, I painted on a water-based satin varnish to seal. (I had Liquitex on hand) Then allowed it to dry.
  3. I then brushed on black acrylic paint and rubbed off with a rag until I had a brushed metal look.
  4. I finished with a couple more coats of the satin varnish.

FOR THE CHALKBOARD AND SERVING TRAY BOTTOM

  1. I applied a coat of primer to the back of the mirrors and waited for it to dry.
  2. Using a sponge roller, I gave the mirror back three coats of chalkboard paint waiting for each coat to dry before re-applying.
  3. John attached handles to the sides of the smaller frame to create the serving tray.
  4. The painted mirror/chalkboard was then attached to the frame and reinforced with additional tacks to ensure it will hold the weight of whatever Jill might set on it.
  5. I finished by covering the back with brown paper using double-sided tape. The larger chalkboard was finished in the same manner but without the handles. A saw-tooth hanger was nailed to the back.Make a chalkboard and serving tray with a brushed-metal look detailed DIY how-to instructions. Great housewarming gift for newlyweds.
Make a chalkboard and serving tray with a brushed-metal look detailed DIY how-to instructions. Great housewarming gift for newlyweds.
The chalkboard can be use to display special quotes or verses, to leave sweet greetings or a place to jot down reminders like weekly menus or shopping lists.
Make a chalkboard and serving tray with a brushed-metal look detailed DIY how-to instructions. Great housewarming gift for newlyweds.

I am liking this chalkboard right here in my foyer and think I just might make one for me.

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Make a chalkboard and serving tray with a brushed-metal look detailed DIY how-to instructions. Great housewarming gift for newlyweds.

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Filed Under: Crafts, More Crafts Tagged With: Christmas, Crafts, gifts, Jill, tutorial

Comments

  1. Jani Popa says

    November 28, 2016 at 1:30 pm

    I think you should make one too. Turned out great. Your daughter is going to love it. Merry Christmas! Merry Christmas 2016

    Reply
  2. marilyn scott says

    December 2, 2013 at 4:10 am

    What a great, clever Christmas decorating ideas using the chalkboard centerpiece. I love it, so neat.

    Reply
  3. Terradactyl says

    July 25, 2013 at 8:10 am

    It looks really great! I looove chalkboard paint!

    Reply
  4. Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures says

    July 15, 2013 at 2:21 pm

    What a great idea! I really like the silver finish you put on the frame. I hope you get to make one for keeping now. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  5. marie says

    July 15, 2013 at 3:58 am

    Very pretty!
    So…did you make one for yourself?

    Reply
  6. Gypsy Heart says

    December 26, 2012 at 3:21 am

    Love this! I love the silver like finish you created too.

    xo
    Pat

    Reply
  7. Gypsy Heart says

    December 26, 2012 at 3:21 am

    Love this! I love the silver like finish you created too.

    xo
    Pat

    Reply
  8. Tammy says

    December 23, 2012 at 7:21 pm

    Looks like the chalkboard frame fits perfectly there so you definitely need one for yourself. Your daughter will be thrilled with her gifts. Happy holidays! Tammy

    Reply
  9. lindsey says

    December 23, 2012 at 9:13 am

    This is brilliant…you are so clever!
    Have a truly blessed Christmas together with your lovely family.

    Reply
  10. Heather says

    December 23, 2012 at 4:12 am

    That is adorable!! I love it ~Have a Merry Christmas with your family ~Love Heather

    Reply
  11. Ann says

    December 22, 2012 at 10:39 pm

    Those turned out wonderful. I like the way you painted the frames.

    Reply
  12. Melissa Bo says

    December 22, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    Both projects turned out beautiful!

    Merry Christmas! =)

    Reply
  13. Kathy Olson says

    December 22, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    I always enjoy your blog, but don't know if I've ever commented. Anyway, I love this idea and will try and duplicate it. It looks great! Merry Christmas!

    Reply
  14. kitty says

    December 22, 2012 at 7:16 pm

    Lorraine, both projects turned out great! I want one, too! Thanks for sharing your sweet ideas with us. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.

    Reply
  15. Debbie Huffaker says

    December 22, 2012 at 7:05 pm

    That looks great…but, I especially like the verse of scripture you chose to write on it!! HOPE you have a very merry CHRISTmas, Sweet Lady!!!

    Reply
  16. susan@avintagefarmwife says

    December 22, 2012 at 6:11 pm

    Both projects look great! How nice you found the frames on sale!

    Reply
  17. Pondside says

    December 22, 2012 at 3:42 pm

    In the New Year we'll be redecorating our TV room and I think that this would make a great addition. I'll bet your daughter loves it!
    I have been reading all your posts, but not always commenting. Just wanted you to know how much I appreciate the spirit of your posts – a little creativity, a little bit of family, a little spirituality and a lot of faith. I always feel better after reading your posts and thought I'd better let you know, especially at this time of year.

    Reply
  18. Barbara F. says

    December 22, 2012 at 3:23 pm

    I think you should make one too. Turned out great. Your daughter is going to love it. Merry Christmas! xo

    Reply
  19. Debbie says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    What a wonderful idea! Soo many creative and beautiful projects you have done this year and shared with us. I love it! Merry Christmas to you and yours!

    Reply
  20. Debbie Petras says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:22 pm

    You have the best ideas Lorraine! Every time I visit your blog I can't help bu Pin it. Beautiful.

    Merry Christmas to you and your family.

    Blessings and love,
    Debbie

    Reply
  21. Maple Lane says

    December 22, 2012 at 12:24 pm

    They both look great and I think you need one for yourself!

    Merry Christmas to all!

    Reply

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