This is a "before" picture. I just had to share this big chalkboard I brought home from a barn sale in November. It has waited patiently through Thanksgiving and Christmas for me to pay attention to it and find it a home....
Originally, I wanted to hang it in my dinning room I am slowly working on... but the wainscoting and the crown molding did not leave enough room on the wall to hang it... this chalkboard is quite big!
I settled on a bare wall technically in my family room... right next to the kitchen.
My family room, breakfast room and kitchen share one big long space. I don't have a whole lot of wall space in that area.
It is totally the wrong color... I think I'll paint it a pure white and do a little bit of antiquing.
But, it has great detail.
For now I stuck a little rattan bench under the chalkboard and fluffed a couple of white pillows on it.
The little square baskets under the bench are great for tucking away dog toys and leashes to keep things tidy!
I'm hoping to have the chalkboard repainted later this week... so look for an update soon!
In the meantime... I'll be finding fun quotes to write on it!
Hi Yvonne,
ReplyDeleteIt is beautiful!!
Such great details, it will look fantastic when you paint it & distress it. Love the size!
Can't wait to see the after, have fun...
All the Best,
Christine
I like the idea of you painting it; however, there is also something about its found color...the fact that its not a perfect match, but is so beautiful, that makes it just kind of fit.... as is. I adore it.
ReplyDeleteShe's a beauty Yvonne!!
ReplyDeleteYvonne,
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous find!!!
I think you've found the perfect spot for the chalkboard!
So~o~o this is what you've been painting,dear friend???
My first thought when you shared it's locations was a message center. . .
Family Night! Bunnco Babes Here!...but I agree that quotes are a much better choice!
Lovely! Thanks for sharing this detail piece with us!!!
Fondly,
Pat
Great find, so pretty! Looking forward to seeing how you fix her up!
ReplyDeleteIt was made for that spot! Such a perfect find, Yvonne. Although it is quite wonderful "as is", I look forward to seeing it after you have given it your magic touch!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
~Lynne
w/L.
Awesome! The shape is so neat.
ReplyDeleteTo looks great . What a clean, pretty look.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful, Yvonne! I love that frame ~ the detail is wonderful! It looks great there and I look forward to seeing the new paint job. I'll bet you've got lots of quotes in mind to put on it already!
ReplyDeleteYvonne, you are right, that piece has GREAT detail! Whatever you do will be beautiful, I know.
ReplyDeleteNow that is a beauty! Can't wait to see it painted. :)
ReplyDeleteWas it already in the dresser mirror frame when you got it? That's a beauty! We have several slate boards because my husband often works in schools where they are throwing them away! I cannot bear to discard an old chalk board. I love the dresser frame. That's a clever idea!
ReplyDeleteThat is a great find. I've always wanted a chalkboard in my house but have yet to find a good spot for it. Maybe you'll inspire me to try harder. LOL.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great addition to the family room...love the detail on the frame!
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful detail on that chalkboard.
ReplyDeleteBeen thinking of one in our home.. just need the perfect spot to add one.
Cheers, Gee
Love this find! The size is fabulous and can be hard to come by. I actually like the current color,but I know it would be lovely in white also. Looking forward to see what you decide! Jane
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely love it! Love your curtains as well. Where did you get them?
ReplyDeleteAwesome chalk board Yvonne.
ReplyDeleteI love writing little things on my chalkboard in the kitchen.
I wrote this quote a few months ago and love it so much I haven't changed it..
We' be friends til we're old and senile.
Then we'll be new friends!
Denise
It should have said
ReplyDeleteWe'll be friends til we're old and senile.
Then we'll be new friends!
Denise
it's gorgeous, I love all things Eastlake!
ReplyDeleteOoh, I love it! What a great piece! It will look even prettier with a fresh coat of white paint!
ReplyDeleteWow, Yvonne, that is gorgeous!! I'm sure it will look great with a new color too.
ReplyDeleteYvonne...I have multiple chalkboards in the family room, kitchen, my breakfast nook, and the bathroom...it's a sickness, but I love them. Yours is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI love it. I have a thing for chalk boards. Already have three but could have more. I agree with Jessica (above). It's a sickness.
ReplyDeleteI love that and what a gorge-mous frame! I can't wait to see what you'll do with it! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great chalkboard, Yvonne! I love the detail. I know you'll do a fabulous paint job on it!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful piece.....just perfect for the space!
ReplyDelete~Des
Yvonne-
ReplyDeleteI love my framed chalkboard, but yours is so beautiful!
Thank you for sharing.
Happy Tuesday.
Teresa
xoxo
Oh that is just beautiful. I love the green and the size is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteGod bless....Brooke
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Thanks for sharing!
God bless....Brooke
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What a great find! I love it's elegant look. It'll be a perfect addition to your living room.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
omg, that frame, yvonne. gorgeous von gorgeous!
ReplyDeletesmiles to you.
michele
That is an excellent idea! Sooooo beautiful...
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Andie
This is a really beautiful chalkboard. I love the fancy frame and think the board looks great on that wall.
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful chalkboard! You are going to have a lot of fun changing the quotes for the seasons/holidays.
ReplyDeleteWow I love that frame! Can't wait to see what masterpiece you create :)
ReplyDeleteI Love it, just beautiful Yvonne:)!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous, Yvonne! I love the detail, too. I see what you mean about the color being just not right for the wall, but it is a gorgeous color nonetheless. Have fun with the quotes!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Jane
That's gorgeous Yvonne, Love that style. My little sis has a vintage dresser and the mirror looks very similar to your piece.
ReplyDeletethose are some really nice details! what a great piece!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful piece for sure! I really love the color!
ReplyDeleteWow, that is a wonderful piece - and I like the color with the beiges and blacks! it's fun to mix it up sometimes.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what you write on it.
Splendid find Yvonne.
ReplyDeleteYvonne~ What a handsome chalkboard, I love its generous scale! Looking forward to seeing its metamorphosis!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful detail on your chalkboard. I know it will be just wonderful white!
ReplyDeleteHave fun getting her all fixed up.
I love the chalkboard with all the detail and it looks great where you have it. What a great find! Melinda
ReplyDeleteIt's a beauty!
ReplyDeleteI love it!!!!
ReplyDeleteOMGosh, that is the prettiest chalkboard ever, Yvonne! I love the large scale of it for your room...perfect!!
ReplyDeleteYvonne, this is a gorgeous piece. Love the detail on the frame. You'll have fun thinking of creative ways to use this.
ReplyDeleteLove it! I have a huge one that I am constantly writing quotes on...they are lovely to have and this one is a beauty. xo
ReplyDeleteLooks pretty elegant, it gives a remarkable atmosphere for the Family room.
ReplyDeleteLove this,the color is great,but can't wait to see what you do...always fantastic stuff here at Stonegable...thanks Yvonne...and looking forward to see words of inspiration,menu's,sweet little reminders,love letters,etc....lol.
ReplyDelete~Jo @LoblollyLane
Such a fantastic find Yvonne! It's the prettiest chalkboard I've seen.
ReplyDeleteYvonne...this is just lovely...write on it..."STAY HOME"
ReplyDeleteYour new chalkboard is a GREAT piece! I need to go shopping with you. :) It's be fun looking for quotes to write on it. Love your bench, too.
ReplyDeleteBabs
oooh LOVE it! Can't wait to see it painted white. Everything in your home is so lovely!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful Yvonne! I LOVE the details on it.
ReplyDeleteI love the frame on your chalkboard--so pretty! We put one up in our home this last year, and we've had so much fun coming up with pithy saying to write on it and surprise each other!
ReplyDeleteWow Yvonne...what an incredible chalkboard...the frame is exquisite!!!....I know you will have so much fun with it!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is a brilliant idea if someone has kids, they can protect walls.
ReplyDeleteThat chalkboard idea is really good to enhance the beauty of living room, kids can draw pictures on it.
ReplyDeleteWell this certainly needs a repaint! White is not bad but have you considered all other colours?
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