Sunday, February 28, 2010

Guest Blogger - The Country Chic Cottage - PB Chalkboard Tins

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Hello Someday Crafts! My name is Angie and I am guest posting from
The Country Chic Cottage.




Y'all don't even want to know how excited exstatic overjoyed I am to be here! Michelle is the greatest for even letting little ol' me do a guest post! I have been featured on Someday Crafts several times.



PB Inspired Mirrors


And who could forget the Burlap and Ribbon Pillows?


So I just HAD to come up with something spectacular to show ya today.

Introducing the chalkboard tins....



Yep came from a little Pottery Barn inspiration...



image courtesy of Pottery Barn

What were those things before my transformation you ask? Oh, I am so excited for you all to see cause I know you have some in your house right now.


Yep, those tins that cookies and such come in. I had these in my cabinet. But the thrift store has these all the time for next to nothing. And some people throw these away...pfft...we are going to make 'em fabulous! I put some masking tape around the tip top of mine and used plastic wrap to keep the paint out of the inside. I would think that if you paint all the way to the top the lid would scratch off the paint. But if y'all are feeling courageous -- go for it!


Now I spray painted mine with metal primer before the topcoat. But again -- if you are courageous -- you can skip it. And now for my grand secret ingredient....chalkboard paint!!! Yes, I spray painted the ENTIRE thing with chalkboard paint. (Follow the directions on the can pretty please -- wait the time for it to dry and cover your surface with chalk before using.) The entire surface is a chalkboard. So if you are not into the PB look....

Best part -- you can change em back and forth as many times as you like! I love mine and I am ready to do some more! I have one HUGE tin that I am thinking of doing and writing "Cookies" on it. I am a little obsessed with these chalkboard tins. I hope you are too...

Come by and visit The Country Chic Cottage for even more crafts, decor, tutorials, and of course fun!


A big thank you once again to Michelle for letting me take over her blog today. Now go get you some chalkboard paint....

~Angie~


Thanks, Angie!!! There are a few blogs out there that "hit it out of the park" with every post. The Country Chic Cottage is one of them. I seriously feel like I could feature every single post! Angie is the queen of knock-offs and she makes everything LOOK SO EASY!!! These chalkboard tins are easy peasy and just so adorable. I have some of these tins in my house! If you are not a follower of The Country Chic Cottage yet, you really should be! This is a blog "to watch." It will definitely grow big!!!

Linking to Finding Fabulous, Romantic Home -Show and Tell Friday, Miss Mustard Seed -Furniture Feature Friday, Lit and Laundry - Finished For Friday, The Inspired Room, Remodelaholics Anonymous, Poppies At Play - Creative Cats , Crafts In Bloom
Posted by michelle@somedaycrafts at 8:50 PM
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51 comments:

  1. Magic BrushFebruary 28, 2010 at 9:29 PM

    Those are just toooooo cute!

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  2. Holly LefevreFebruary 28, 2010 at 9:42 PM

    Chalkboard paint is the best...I have made a bunch of silver trays with chalkboard insets....and I have a ton of canisters/tins to do this too.
    Holly
    504 Main

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  3. Marie@Procrastinating in PinkFebruary 28, 2010 at 10:04 PM

    I just love these! I can totally see making some to use in my classroom!!!!! Great idea! Thanks! :)

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  4. brokeintrovertMarch 1, 2010 at 4:52 AM

    Love these tins.

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  5. UnknownMarch 1, 2010 at 5:19 AM

    Such an awesome idea!! Cute!

    ~Liz

    P.S. Love the ribbon and burlap pillows too!

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  6. One Cheap B*tchMarch 1, 2010 at 6:23 AM

    What a fabulous idea! I'm soooooo trying this! I have a bunch of these tins in my house!

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  7. JessiMarch 1, 2010 at 8:44 AM

    Love these tins!!! They came out fabulously. Into my idea book. Thanks for sharing!

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  8. HeidiMarch 1, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    these are great!!

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  9. mommy2luke2008March 1, 2010 at 9:37 AM

    These would be great to hold flour and sugar in!!

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  10. Angie HoldenMarch 1, 2010 at 9:56 AM

    Loving the flour and sugar idea too!! I am in love with this one -- glad y'all are too!! :) And thanks again Michelle!!

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  11. These Simple MinutesMarch 1, 2010 at 11:00 AM

    Absolutely fabulous idea!!!

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  12. DeeDeeMarch 1, 2010 at 11:55 AM

    Hey you are correct!! I have those in my house too...ok off to recycle them...great idea thanks so much..have a great day

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  13. JaimeMarch 1, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    AHHH I love these and what a great way to keep organized. I have some chalk bord paint just waiting for this project.

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  14. Thankfully ThriftyMarch 1, 2010 at 8:13 PM

    I have the perfect tin for this! Thanks

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  15. SarahMarch 1, 2010 at 8:17 PM

    Lovely!!!
    God's blessings,
    Sarah :D

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  16. NicoleMarch 1, 2010 at 8:20 PM

    Love the project! So easy, and just love how they turned out. Thanks!

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  17. UnknownMarch 1, 2010 at 8:26 PM

    I copied these too! Love them! http://holy-craft.blogspot.com/2010/02/i-fell-off-wagon.html

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  18. Pearl MapleMarch 1, 2010 at 9:27 PM

    Well done, this is a cute little do over that sure makes a practical accessory.

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  19. Diane SchmidtMarch 2, 2010 at 2:22 AM

    great idea! I'm following and can't wait to see what you'll be blogging next.

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  20. Jessica @ This Blessed LifeMarch 2, 2010 at 6:04 AM

    Great idea! Visiting from Kimba's site. :)

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  21. abnsigosladyMarch 2, 2010 at 8:05 AM

    I love your tins. Need to run to the GW to find some of my own. Thanks. Laura

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  22. Grace @ Ruby Moon DesignsMarch 2, 2010 at 8:58 AM

    Awesome idea...I always hate having random tins around, but this can make them all uniform!

    Blessings, Grace

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  23. StinaMarch 2, 2010 at 9:57 AM

    I love this idea! I have tons of these tins just sitting around...finally something cute to do with them :-)

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  24. Americana LadyMarch 2, 2010 at 9:50 PM

    Blogging Friend, this is a great idea for tins. I'll have to check out Country Chic! Joan

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  25. UnknownMarch 3, 2010 at 7:36 AM

    What a great idea! Thanks so much for linking to 2nd Time Around!

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  26. Linda @ Linda's LunacyMarch 3, 2010 at 5:36 PM

    I collect food tins, but have downsized my collection considerably. I love this idea!I can but them to good use in other rooms of the house. Thanks for the idea!

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  27. leaMarch 3, 2010 at 6:05 PM

    I am so in love with chalkboard paint right now!!! Other ideas include painting over the glass of thrift store photo frames or mirrors to make framed chalkboards to dot around the house. I recommend liquid chalk pens for awesome writing-ability on chalkboard paint - they come in all colours and are very vibrant.

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  28. Stories by Me!March 3, 2010 at 10:42 PM

    I know I have some old tins around here somewhere that would benefit from this project. Great idea!

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  29. Jerri at Simply Sweet HomeMarch 4, 2010 at 1:08 AM

    Great project. This chalkboard stuff is so popular right now. I'm very tempted to try this out.

    I'd love for you to come by this week and link up for Friday Favorites!

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  30. VivianapachecofineartMarch 4, 2010 at 7:41 AM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE what you did, I might have to do a knock off of my own!

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  31. ShaunnaMarch 4, 2010 at 8:24 AM

    oohh, I love these and am so excited I found your blog! found you today on remodaliholics...so glad!

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  32. Fawnda@Fireflies and JellybeansMarch 4, 2010 at 8:54 AM

    These are so fun! : )

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  33. ThriftyAnnabellaMarch 4, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    Those are great - what a great fantastic way to reuse tins.

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  34. Katie BrownMarch 4, 2010 at 1:46 PM

    love this! thanks for the tutorial! it's funny i just posted about "knocking off" these tins the other night: http://www.the30girl.com/2010/03/catalog-day.html.

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  35. BonMarch 4, 2010 at 1:53 PM

    Oh I can't wait to make some of these!

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  36. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceMarch 4, 2010 at 2:11 PM

    Thanks for sharing these--I love how simple and impactful they are!

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  37. Amanda LeeMarch 4, 2010 at 6:05 PM

    Okay, this is just too, stinkin' cute for words!

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  38. AnonymousMarch 5, 2010 at 6:54 AM

    You know I am a sucker for anything chalkboard. Love them. I just might have to make a set for myself. Thanks for the great idea.
    Monica

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  39. WenderinaMarch 5, 2010 at 8:59 AM

    What a great idea. I'm about to re-do my home office and was planning on some magnetic/chalkboard paint spaces on the walls over the desks...this make the perfect accessory to have on shelves or desks for CDs, pens, etc. I'm definitely stealing this idea!

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  40. My Cottage CharmMarch 5, 2010 at 9:15 AM

    cute idea...I'll be blogging on some chalkboard items of my own soon...come on over and visit! :) I love the ribbon and burlap pillows!
    :)
    Oh, I have a treasures & trinkets on Thursdays if you want to link up something you love. :)

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  41. UnknownMarch 5, 2010 at 2:02 PM

    Oh, these are FABULOUS! I feel like I could cover anything in chalkboard paint and it'd be better. :)
    If you're interested, we have a Friday Fun Find party... we'd love it if you'd link up!

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  42. concretenprimrosesMarch 5, 2010 at 5:14 PM

    Sweet idea! They look great as well as being very practical.
    Kathy

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  43. LoriMarch 6, 2010 at 6:16 AM

    Those are way cute.

    Thanks for joining Get Your Craft on Thurs. Please join me next week for another great party.
    Lori

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  44. Maria@ChicaBellaCraftsMarch 6, 2010 at 9:40 AM

    I love this idea, and I have all the supplies. It's so simple too, I'm definately going to give it a try.

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  45. HelenaMarch 6, 2010 at 12:58 PM

    These are so creative! I like them even more than the PB versions. Chalk Board paint is so amazing...

    Thank you for linking up to A Little Craft Therapy with Life in the Pitts.

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  46. PriorMarch 7, 2010 at 7:19 PM

    you did a great job! like all the different shapes and who doesn't have a tin or two laying around. Gotta' love the blackboard paint! Lezlee

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  47. HeatherMarch 8, 2010 at 11:16 AM

    this is a fantastic idea. you could even write what type cookies are in the tin.

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  48. Heather - Dollarstorecrafts.comMarch 8, 2010 at 2:18 PM

    I got a bunch of stuff at the dollar store to recreate one of the vignettes from PB that includes these tins... I wish I could beam these tins to my house right now because the tins were the only part of the look I didn't find at the dollar store!

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  49. Mrs. ScrimpMarch 15, 2010 at 6:24 AM

    Love this! Linked up at http://scrimpalicious.blogspot.com/2010/03/pottery-barn-hacking.html

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  50. AnonymousNovember 14, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    do magnets adhere to the tins?
    that would add a whole new dimension to the boxes? KSB Atlanta

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  51. Tricia @ SweeterThanSweetsJuly 11, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    I love this idea for chalkboard tins. I just featured your photo on my blog: How Sweeter It Is, please check it out when you have a minute!

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