I found this really cool chalkboard fabric in Little Blessings last winter when I drove through Crossville, and I thought it would be a nice little gift for my youngest granddaughter, Reaghan. She’s almost 8 and still loves to do anything artsy like drawing, coloring, etc.
Here she is with some of her artwork :*) I think she shows great promise, don’t you?
Once I got home, I picked up these cute fabrics from The Quilter’s Path that I thought would work great for a little chalkboard wall hanging.
Reaghan is really into peace symbols right now, and I love the lines on the fabric, like notebook paper!
And here is the finished product! I was very surprised at how easy it was to sew through the tough chalkboard fabric. I expected at least one broken needle, you know what I mean?!? But it just sewed up like butter!
I wanted to keep it simple because realistically I know she won’t play with it all that long before something else catches her attention :*) But without the little flower on the top corner, it was really dull.
I am happy with this I think. I hope Reaghan enjoys it! =^..^=
Hugs & Blessings!
Teresa
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Very cute, Teresa! The flower in the corner is a nice touch!
ReplyDeletewhat a great idea! it's really beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOh, that's very cool! I love the center of the flower. This is a really neat and original idea!
ReplyDeleteCute! I'm wondering about using chalk fabric for a present for my nephew. I'm glad to hear it's easy to sew through!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute chalk board. I love the fabric you used. I've seen that "chalk fabric" a few years ago at Paducah. I'm delighted to see your finished gift for Reaghan.
ReplyDeleteChalkboard fabric? I had no idea such a thing existed. I have two little girls (ages 5 and 8) and a few young nephews. They would *love* something like this. What a beautiful project you've made, I'm sure Reaghan will love it! Hope you don't mind if I "borrow" your idea ;-)
ReplyDeleteI had no knowledge of chalkboard fabric. I think this is a very clever gift, and I'm sure Reaghan will enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute idea!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun little project!!! Adorable!!!
ReplyDeleteThat's cute, and I love the 'flower power' aspect, too.
ReplyDeleteThat is too cute, Teresa! I love the lines that make it look like paper, too. Perfect! (they grow up so fast!)
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! The flower sets it off. I need to find some of that fabric.
ReplyDeleteHi, Teresa! Love your chalkboard - and I have some of that "Peace" fabric, too - from the same place!! I saw it the day it came in and had to have a bunch of it!! Whoop whoop!!
ReplyDeleteHi, Teresa! Love your chalkboard - and I have some of that "Peace" fabric, too - from the same place!! I saw it the day it came in and had to have a bunch of it!! Whoop whoop!!
ReplyDeleteHi, Teresa! Love your chalkboard - and I have some of that "Peace" fabric, too - from the same place!! I saw it the day it came in and had to have a bunch of it!! Whoop whoop!!
ReplyDeleteThis is a fantastic finish---your granddaughter is going to love it!
ReplyDeletethat is just super cute!! Those fabrics are great, and the little flower with the peace symbol in the center, just adorable. She's going to love it!
ReplyDeleteTeresa, Can't say that I have ever sewed on "butter" but good to know it's not bad to sew on!! LOL. It turned out great. I am sure she will love it. I like the flower in the corner too. Great fabric.
ReplyDeleteWow! That is so cute and very clever! I love your fabrics, and that little flower accent is just darling! I hope your granddaughter enjoys using it for a good long time. I mean, who doesn't love to write on a chalkboard? What a neat and thoughtful gift. Thanks for linking up!
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