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Chalkboard Organizer

January 18, 2017

I hope I am not alone in my need to have reminders largely displayed in my home.  I swear I would forget to pick up my kids from school if I did not write it down. Okay, that may be a bit of an exaggeration, but you get my point.  I need large constant reminders to keep me on track.   Here is the other thing,  I am not a fan of the old school white erase board. Effective?  Yes.  Ugly ? YOU BET! So here is my compromise of form and function… build this chalkboard organizer for around $25 (and less if you have scraps!) Enjoy!
chalkboard organizer by sawdust2stitches

 

DIY Chalkboard Organizer


 

-the ultimate DIY chalkboard organizer. Cute and functional ! by sawdust2stitches

 How to Build A Wall-Mount Chalkboard Organizer

Tools Suggested:

  • Table Saw
  • Miter Saw
  • Nail Gun
  • Drill

Materials Used:

  • (x2)  1×3″ Pine Board
  • (x1) 1×2″ Pine Board
  • 2×4′ Chalkboard Handy Panel (or use chalkboard paint on a scrap piece)
  • (x5)- 1/2″ Dowel Rods (24″)
  • Stain
  • 1″ and 2″ 16 gauge finish nails

Cut List:

  • (x2) 1″x 3 ” @ 25 1/2″ (w/ 45 degree cuts on ends)
  • (x2) 1″x 3 ” @ 37 1/2″ (w/ 45 degree cuts on ends)
  • (x2) 1″x 2 ” @ 24″ (w/ 45 degree cuts on ends)
  • (x8) 1″ x 2″  @ 5 1/2″ (w/15 degree cuts on ends) REFERENCE  “Step 2.” for clarification.
  • (x4) 1″ x 2″  @ 5 1/2″ (w/15 degree cuts on end one end and 45 degree on other) REFERENCE  “Step 2.” for clarification.
  • (x5) 1/2″ Dowel Rods @ 24″
  • Chalkboard Paneling @ 24″x 36″

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Step 1. Build Frame

Using the 1″x 3″ boards  construct a frame. I  used wood glue on my corners and reinforced with 2″ finish nails.

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Step 2. Install Spacers

Next we will be be cutting and installing the brackets. These will all be made from the 1×2″ boards.   These are a little tricky, so PLEASE reference the diagrams below.  Notice they are not 45 degree angles, they are 15 degree cuts, (with 1/2″ spaces in between boards, this is where the dowel rods will rest) and the boards that meet in the corners are 45 degree miter cuts.

*When installing, center the 1×2″ boards on the 1×3″ board.  ( This should create a 1/2″ gap on either side of the 1″×2″, so you can install your chalkboard backing.)

I installed my 1×2″ boards using wood glue and 1″ 16 gauge finish nails.

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Step 3. Add Top & Bottom Supports

Now you can add your remaining 1″x 2″ boards.  Again, I used glue and reinforced  with nails.  (REMEMBER to leave the 1/2″ gap in the back  to allow for the chalkboard panel.)

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Step 4.  Add Chalkboard

STOP!  If you are planning to add a stain/paint finish,  then I would suggest doing that now! ( I used Jacobean by Minwax)

 You are in the home stretch!  To secure the chalkboard panel I  just added small amounts of wood glue to the back of the inner frame. ( All the 1″x 2″ boards) how-to-build-a-wall-mount-chalkboard-organizer-with-storage-@ sawdust 2 stitches 5


Step 5. Add Dividers

All you have to do for this step is drop in the dowel rods!  They are removable so that you can divide up your board however you please!

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Step 6.  Finishing Touches

I wanted to add some character to mine so I added some brackets to the sides!  I wanted to be able to use a rope to tie it up and this would allow me to do that.

 

chalkboard 400x800 There you have it, now it’s up  to you to use it,  personalize, and love it!  Hopefully it helps you stay organized… or… it will just make any room look  cuter.

  Take Luck,

 Corey

Chalkboard organization by sawdust2stitches.com  chalkboard organizer by sawdust2stitches

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Comments

  1. Luna says

    January 18, 2017 at 8:09 am

    Thank you for sharing this, it’s just the project I’ve been looking for and I love your style. ❤️

  2. Dyan says

    January 18, 2017 at 11:44 am

    This is beautiful! Had to read the “15 degree cuts” section a few times but I got it and it looks very do-able. I agree – like this MUCH more than a whiteboard.

  3. Erin says

    January 18, 2017 at 1:44 pm

    You are the coolest!! Everything you do is the coolest!

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