Chalkboard Mug DIY Project

I was so excited when I discovered that Pebeo makes a chalkboard paint for porcelain! I couldn't wait to try it, so my first project is this simple chalkboard mug. I am SO happy with how it turned out! It's clean and simple and very versatile. Here are the details: Supplies Needed: A white mug, masking tape, black Pebeo Chalkboard Paint and a paint brush. First, tape around the top of your mug and handle creating a straight line to paint beneath. Paint the entire mug. It will need a few coats. Then remove the tape, as soon as you finish your last coat. When I removed my tape, I had a few imperfections, which I was able to scratch off and touch up with my paint brush. Next, bake your mug at 300°F for 30 minutes. After you have baked it, your paint will be as permanent as baked enamel. It will also be dishwasher safe. For more details and full baking instructions look here. When you finish baking, allow your mug to cool completely and then chalk the entire outside with the side of a piece of chalk and wipe it off. Now you are ready to write on your mug! The surface will be a little bit slicker than a normal chalkboard, but is still writable with regular chalk or a chalk marker. You'll have so much fun making little doodles and labeling your mug! I'm thinking these would make great gifts! *Paint provided by Pebeo.

I can't wait to try more projects with this paint. I think some flower pots will be my next victims! Hope you are having a happy, crafty weekend. xo. Elsie

Comments

[Luiza]

wow, thats cute and really creative!

I love your blog! xo

[Marysia]

Love this mug! I'm a huge mug fan so certainly will try this. Thanks!

[Claire]

It's beautiful ! I love this new paint by Pebeo.
Chalkboard on flower pots should be awesome.

[Elaine]

This is so cute and I'm definitely going to make some as Christmas gifts :-)

[Anh L.]

I think it would look better without the pain on the mug handle? The smiley on the cup is cute :) Make me smile looking at it

Anh @ Fab and Fun

[kellie]

this is awesome! i can't wait to try it out!!

[Jamie]

What a cute idea! Too bad the paint comes in such a small container. How much paint did you have to use for your mug?

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[Megan D.]

Hi this looks like a fun project for the holiday's. Thanks for sharing. I am curious if the chalk would work in mason jars too.

[Melanie]

Cute and simple, thanks for the idea!

[Jessica]

I love it!

[Krystle]

cute! i love all things chalkboard!

[Laura Whitman]

Such a cute idea! Thanks for the inspiration. :)

xoxo,
Laura
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[Deanna]

This is such a great idea! And so fun to write little personal messages on them. xo. Deanna

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[Valentina]

I love this! I can't wait to make one!

Valentina
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[Cathy]

Wow!! I didn't realize how simple it really was to make a chalkboard mug. I honestly love chalkboard anything!!

THanks for sharing this fabulous DIY!

Cathy Trails

[katie scarlett]

Awesome!

[Jaimee]

love this!

[Sarah]

I love this! I think flower pots would be great. Maybe for a little herb garden! You could label them so you know which herb it is :)

xoxo Sarah
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[Luiza]

Very cute! I plan on chalkboard painting a wall and some other things in my room, but alas, I've no clue where to start.

[Kate]

This is such a brilliant idea, and so simple to make! These would make such brilliant Christmas presents!