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DIY Tabletop Chalkboard Easel

February 7, 2013

Build: tabletop chalkboard easel
 
I modified plans from Ana White here to make portable tabletop size chalkboard easels.

This smaller version of the original has a 13″ x 13″ chalk space:
Versus the original folding chalkboard easel with an 18″ x 18″ chalk space:
This smaller size is just the right for kids sitting at the table:
 
Or playing school with an American Girl doll:
 
An of course it folds and is easily portable just like the original:
Don’t forget to make the zippered chalk pouch to store all those pieces of chalk:
Here’s how to build the tabletop chalkboard easel:

1. Use Ana’s plans as a guide and modify the cut list:
2 – 1×2 @ 13″
2 – 1×3 @ 13″
4 – 1×2 @ 19″
2 – 1×2 @14 1/2″
2 – 1/8″ hardboard @ 16″ x 17″
2. Paint hardboard with black chalkboard paint:

 

 3. Build frames using pocket holes on backside:
4. Attach chalk ledge with countersunk 2″ #8 wood screw from the back.
Glue and clamp in place then attach screw:

5. Paint frames two coats (or stain) and seal with clear satin poly:
6. Attach hardboard by placing frame facedown, chalk ledge flush up against edge of table:

7. Drill holes for rope:
8. Attach hinges, rope and handle.

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  1. Our Pinteresting Family says

    February 7, 2013 at 1:00 PM

    So cute! I hope to try this idea out soon. Thanks for sharing. Megan

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  2. [email protected] says

    February 7, 2013 at 2:17 PM

    These are so cute lined up in all the different colors!

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  3. Trish - Mom On Timeout says

    February 7, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    Umm…adorable! Pinned!

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  4. WhisperWood Cottage says

    February 8, 2013 at 12:51 AM

    Super cute, Jaime!

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  5. Cathy Trochelman says

    February 8, 2013 at 2:50 AM

    I love these! My kids would too! Thanks for the tutorial!
    [email protected]

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  6. Rachele Funk says

    August 26, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    Super cute! Thanks for sharing!

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