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Time Required :
About an hour
Beginner
Beginner
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chalk first day of school sign

Capture this special moment in time with chalkboard sign for the first day of school.
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Print Project

Step 1
Paint canvas panel with Craft Smart® chalkboard paint. Let dry.
Step 2
Add a second coat. Let dry.
Step 3
Smear white chalk all over the painted canvas panel and wipe off excess with paper towel. This will create the "chalkboard" look.
Step 4
Draw designs on the edge of the panel with a chalkboard marker, and write your own words announcing the first day of school.
Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Craft Smart® Chalk Marker Set, Commercial

    Item # 10248384 
    Save 20% with code 20MADEBYYOU See Details See Details
    Valid In-store & Online through 1/30/2021. Exclusions apply.
    $11.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Crayola® White Chalk, 12ct.

    Item # 10620781 
    Save 20% with code 20MADEBYYOU See Details See Details
    Valid In-store & Online through 1/30/2021. Exclusions apply.
    $1.69
 
Tools
Tools
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Golden Taklon Wash 3 Pieces Brush Set by Craft Smart®

    Item # 10408290 
    Save 20% with code 20MADEBYYOU See Details See Details
    Valid In-store & Online through 1/30/2021. Exclusions apply.
    $5.99
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Paper Towel
Instructions
Step 1
Paint canvas panel with Craft Smart® chalkboard paint. Let dry.
Step 2
Add a second coat. Let dry.
Step 3
Smear white chalk all over the painted canvas panel and wipe off excess with paper towel. This will create the "chalkboard" look.
Step 4
Draw designs on the edge of the panel with a chalkboard marker, and write your own words announcing the first day of school.
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