Chalkboard: learn how to make this creative piece for your decor

The chalkboard, also called a blackboard, is a creative and practical idea, capable of making the environment personalized according to your style.

The chalkboard, which was associated with school environments, is now everywhere: in home decor, in the kitchen, on restaurant menus, at wedding parties and in many decorative objects.

Learn how to make a chalkboard, see ways to decorate it, know where to buy it, and lots of inspiration!

How to make a chalkboard

There are several ways to make a chalkboard, depending on what you prefer. Check out some tutorial videos and learn how to make your own chalkboard in different ways. Check out:

How to make a chalkboard with black nail polish

In this video, Mariana Viabone, from the Primeiro Rabisco channel, gives instructions on how to make a whiteboard for decoration with MDF board and matte black enamel. There are also tips on how to decorate your board with different materials.

Chalkboard wall with contact paper

In the video there are instructions for making a chalkboard wall using only matte black contact paper. The idea is very practical and great for those who want to change the decor of their room.

Chalkboard comic with water-based ink

Karol Stefannini teaches how to make a chalkboard using MDF and water-based paint. There are also tips on how to decorate it with colored pens, combining phrases, drawings and a lot of creativity.

Homemade chalkboard with grout

In this video from the Manual do Mundo channel we learn how to make a blackboard using tile grout, dye and white glue. Even using different materials from the other videos, the result is amazing!

Did you see? There are several options for making the chalkboard! From these tutorials, you can choose which one you found most practical and make your own board.

8 versatile backgrounds to compose your chalkboard

If you don’t want to make a real picture, but rather use this idea in some art, you can work with ready-made backgrounds with this texture. To make it easier to decorate and work on your chalkboard, we’ve selected some background options for you to use or get inspired (click on the images to download)!

1. It has the classic, all black

2. The one that gives the impression of erased chalk in the background

3. For those who like the green background

4. This one is versatile for you to fill in as you wish

5. In this model, you are free to create

6. With a frame it’s also a charm!

7. Or if you prefer a rough textured background with a retro feel

8. And finally, another one with an adornment for you to be inspired by

Neutral backgrounds are numerous and you can choose any one to start customizing your chalkboard art.

11 fonts perfect for your chalkboard

Now that you have your frame base, you can start decorating it. They look beautiful with phrases, lyrics, as invitations and even as menus! Here are some fonts that match this type of frame:

1. Crayon Hand

2. Sketchbook

3. KG makes you stronger

4. Chalk hand lettering shaded

5. DK Midnight Chalker

6. Sunrise International

7. Coffee + Tea

8. Pete Pencil

9. Hickory Jack

10. FFF Tusj

11. Yerbaluisa

You can use these fonts on your boards to write your favorite quotes and also mix them with others for an even more creative board.

10 ornaments to complete your chalkboard

And to finish, we separate some ornaments for you to be inspired and decorate your chalkboard, making it more charming and with your own style.

1. You can add comics or frames like these

2. The ribbons match a lot with the chalkboard

3. There are the simple and delicate stroke ornaments

4. And the vintage-style embellishments

5. You can write sentences and complement your chalkboard with the tracks

6. You can choose a word and highlight it with an ornament

7. For a wedding invitation, you can be inspired by this style:

8. For kitchen decor or a menu

9. There are practical ornaments that make the picture charming!

10. You can also paste photos on your board and decorate with different frames

There are many options to customize your frame and make it your own. Just use your creativity and decorate it as you prefer!

Chalkboards ready for you to buy online

Although practical to make, there are chalkboards ready for you to buy and decorate different environments. We have selected some products available for you:

Where to buy

1. Triple Chalkboard for the kitchen, at Elo7
2. Chalkboard Tea Bar Panel, at Elo 7
3. Chalkboard board for wedding and decoration, at Impakto Visual
4. Chalkboard Yellow Submarine, at Elo7
5. Chalkboard Only Wine, at Elo7
6. Poster Coffee, at Elo7
7. Chalkboard Wedding, at Elo7
8. Chalkboard recipe for happiness, at Chalkboard Brasil
9. Chalkboard Name of Couples, at Chalkboard Brasil
10. Chalkboard Smiling, at Elo7
11. Chalkboard Pão de Queijo, at Elo7
12. European Easel Chalkboard, at Elo7
13. Chalkboard Coffee, at Chalkboard Brasil
14. Chalkboard Chalkboard, at Impakto Visual
15. Chalkboard Heart, at Hometeka

Can you choose one to call your own?

More ideas and inspiration from chalkboards

See some ready-made boards used in different ways to inspire you to make your own chalkboard.

The comics look great in decor

The chalkboard with a special phrase can be a great gift

It’s a more relaxed decor for couples

You can merge multiple fonts and adorn your chalkboard however you like.

Also serve as special decoration for Christmas.

It doesn’t have to be a frame format, it can be very creative

Fun way to decorate the kids room

And be used in wedding decoration

An entire bedroom wall can be used for chalkboard

The chalk banner is a charm as a decoration for kitchens

It’s in the shape of a heart

You can be inspired by these drawings to create your own.

You can create a wall over your favorite book

Or use the chalkboard as a calendar to remember important events

Again the comics for home decor

The chalkboard can be the frame to welcome guests at the wedding

The phrases and drawings on the wall are super creative!

It can also be a menu option in restaurants and cafes.

Or as a souvenir of the wedding or a special date

And finally, you can write the lyrics of your favorite song

There are several options to make your own chalkboard (or buy it) and decorate the most diverse environments. It’s super creative and easy to do. Can you choose a model to call a favorite?