Monday, May 9, 2011

. . . Chalkboard Toy Bucket . . .

I actually did this project for my son's Easter Basket with the intention of using it as a toy bucket afterwards.  It was an easy and quick way to dress up a Dollar Store bucket.  I like that I can label the bucket with whatever toys he's putting in it on any given day.


:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::


•  The bucket came from the Dollar Store and I had the chalkboard spray paint
•  My husband taped off the space that I wanted th paint to go (I can't believe he got involved in one of my many crafts but he had fun doing it)
• Almost ready for paint
•  I added paper all around the bucket so no paint would get on it anywhere


• Sprayed the bucket on the front porch because it was raining--not the best conditions for spray paint
• I did about 3 coats to cover it nicely
• I removed the paper and let the chalkboard paint dry completely
• The reveal


• I added black and white polka dot washi tape to form a border and dress up the bucket a little more

Linking up here:

13 comments:

  1. Thats such a great idea. I might have to copy this for toys in the garage! Thanks!

    Megan

    http://1funkywoman.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  2. love this!
    Would be perfect for my linky party!
    I just started a linky party this past Tuesday. It was a great success with over 50 link ups! I would love it if you would participate ToDaY! It's called $10 Tuesdays and it's for things that cost less than $10 and take 20-30 mins (ish) to complete. I love inexpensive and quick projects and I'm guessing others will too ;) Thanks so much for considering.
    Tina
    http://sweetfloweret.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  3. Such a cute idea! This would be great for all my kiddos. I will for sure have to do this one!

    ReplyDelete
  4. very cool love this Hi following from the hop look forward to more great posts
    http://everydayproductsandmore.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  5. I really like this idea...visiting from SugarFoot Momma...I think the chalkboard thing is really in right now, and this is a fun way to incorporate it! I saw your link over at "reasons to skip the housework", nice job!

    ReplyDelete
  6. I seriously need to make one of these for my dogs! it's pathetic how many toys those darn doxies have:)

    ReplyDelete
  7. Cutest idea! I'm starting to really love chalkboard paint for lots of little projects. Thanks for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  8. I love this! I really need to jump on this chalkboard paint bandwagon.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Those are so cute! What a fun idea!

    I would love to have you share this at my For the Kids link party! Stop by and join in on the fun!

    http://sunscholars.blogspot.com/2011/05/for-kids-friday-9.html

    ReplyDelete
  10. I just found this post and thank God. I've had a hard time getting my buckets to turn out nicely and it turns out you did the EXACT bucket and craft I'm working on now too. I'm glad I found this. Thanks!

    ReplyDelete
  11. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete

Thank you for stopping by to say "Hi". I love getting your comments.

If you like my what you see here I'd love for you to become a {Follower} so you can join in on the fun. Also join me on Facebook and Instagram!