I am in loooooove with a roll of Contact Paper. This is no school girl crush, either. I am committed to a long term relationship.If you've not tried CHALKBOARD CONTACT PAPER, then, girls, you're missin' out. I saw this product originally on the Happy Nester and I couldn't wait to try it. I found mine at www.discountschoolsupply.com for $5.99.
I still love my chalkboard paint, and I don't think that quart will EVER run out, so I'm sure I'll find plenty of times when only paint will do.
BUT...for small, quick projects like THIS:
You just can't beat the 30 seconds it took to cut out a label and stick it on. SWOON....The edges don't even have to be perfect, it looks more like paint if they're not!!
(that's the excuse I came up with that worked for me, so I'm stickin' with it)
This stuff is smooth as silk to write on.
I even made some luminaries for our Ohio State vs. USC game party Saturday night.
We've had spaghetti every night this week. I needed the jars.
See the sand and tealights? Must have candles, it's a night game.
Have a great weekend everyone! Saturday night is our party, on Sunday I turn 42 (yikes!), and next week I REALLY WILL start painting the powder room. See ya then!
By the way, I'm a little (okay a lot) late, but I'm linking up to Kimba's DIY party. Head over there now!
Have a great weekend everyone! Saturday night is our party, on Sunday I turn 42 (yikes!), and next week I REALLY WILL start painting the powder room. See ya then!By the way, I'm a little (okay a lot) late, but I'm linking up to Kimba's DIY party. Head over there now!
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Hey girl - just had to give a shout out - O-H......
ReplyDeleteCute luminaries.... would steal the idea, but we'll be in MI Saturday night (HORRIBLE... Horror of all Horror's!!). :)
and... HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! :)
OMGosh..........LOVE it!!!! I haven't seen it around here but can SO see it for several projects around here!
ReplyDeletePS-you must mean another USC than 'mine'..... (South Carolina)=--you prob mean Southern Cali)??
Go Bucks! Love the jar idea!
ReplyDeleteYeah! Thanks for the tip! Where did you get it??
ReplyDelete~Whitney
I recently made my own chalkboard contact paper (but only because I didn't know I could buy it until the project was nearly complete!) to label my pantry! Here's my post about it:
ReplyDeletehttp://bibbidi-bobbidi-beautiful.blogspot.com/2009/09/m-o-m-m-y-loves-c-o-f-f-e-e.html
I'd really like some more and don't feel like making it this time! Did you find yours in a store or did you order it?
Cute indeed... Go BUCKS! We'll be down there for the game on Saturday, but I'll have to keep your idea in mind for another game!
ReplyDeleteAck! Sorry, I just realized I gave you the wrong blog post. Here's the diy chalkboard contact paper post:
ReplyDeletehttp://bibbidi-bobbidi-beautiful.blogspot.com/2009/09/pantry-makeover.html
Those are cute! 'Cept for one detail...I'm rooting for USC. Hope we can still be friends.:)
ReplyDeleteI love chalkboard contact paper, too. I did a post on it a couple weeks ago. http://happynester.blogspot.com/2009/08/chalkboard-contact-paper.html
ReplyDeleteIt is so easy to use.
Your jars look great.
OK. This stuff looks awesome and I can say I've seen people highlight chalkboard paper - but not in a contact roll like this. I'm wondering - what's the price like on it?
ReplyDeleteYour candle holders are really cute. So, when's the Ohio vs. Michigan game? THAT'S the big one.
This is so neat. Thanks for sharing. I am so in love with your blog!!
ReplyDeleteI never knew this existed, I LOVE it! Your little jars look so cute! What a great idea!
ReplyDeleteVery cute. So what time is the party and what should I bring ;) O-H-I-O!
ReplyDeleteI have never seen that contact paper before...What a fantastic idea!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to you...enjoy your weekend!
Oooh great idea! I'll be on the search for some of that the next time I go shopping! Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteI like the luminaries. I like them better because you're not an Ole Miss fan. :D
ReplyDeleteHow neat....what will they come up with next!?
ReplyDeletePam
Chalk board contact paper - brillant! And something little kids can help you with without spilling or wearing a lot of chalkboard paint (hey, it's pricey I want more of it on the project than the kid!)
ReplyDeleteI just ordered BROWN chalkboard paint for the drawers on my daughter's dresser but I need some of this for other projects. I can't wait!! I've already got ideas swirling in my head.
ReplyDeleteCute CUTE cute!!! Love the idea of using contact paper instead of taping (ick!) and painting. :)
ReplyDeleteOooh, I didn't know such a thing existed but I've certainly saved enough food jars to really need some!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing. Love chalkboard paint and had no idea this product was an option!
ReplyDeleteThanks for cluing me in! I had no idea this existed. I will be on the lookout for it!
ReplyDeletegail
I need to get me some of that!
ReplyDeleteI really need to get some of this stuff. I'm thinking labels for the kids toy room...and the pantry...oh, I could go on and on!
ReplyDeleteI just recently picked up some chalkboard Peel & Stick...and this is a great idea! I love the jars and what a fabulous way to reuse what you already have! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteChelsea
Great paper, thanks for the tip. Love your luminaries.
ReplyDeleteCome and see me.
Barbara
Such a cute idea! Thanks for sharing, must find that paper here in the UK,if not i will have to try the ideas from your lovely friends, Have a sweet Sunday!x
ReplyDeleteLove the little tea lights and I LOVE chalkboard paint but how awesome is chalkboard contact paper? I must get me some! haha
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
Roeshel
I'd never heard of this product: thanks so much for telling us about it!
ReplyDeleteThose jars with the tea lights--now that is just brilliant. Luminaries that can change as needed. Excellent!
Sorry about the way Saturday night's game turned out--who would have ever thought that could happen? Unbelievable. I hope you guys had a great time, anyway.
Take care!
Ok, this is life changing...STOP.THE.WORLD. Who knew there was such a fabulous product out there? Not me. i will now make it my life's mission to find chalkboard contact paper.
ReplyDeleteAnd I think we are going to have to dine on spaghetti every night this week so that I can make those adorable luminaries for our annual Halloween BAsh! Too cute.
~Amanda
Omg so cute! I looooove your blog. I sometimes do my own "trash to treasure" stuff, but don't always have time to post about it. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI've been saving spaghetti jars as well, for a different project.
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to come by to touch base. My blog has been growing so rapidly I haven't had time to come for visits. I miss all of my blog friends and needed to stop in just to say hi and invite you to come for a visit as well.
Cheri
Its SoVery Cheri
You did the jars, I did the cloche- and we still lost! Geez... Do you live in OH? Love your site.
ReplyDelete:-) Sue
I can think of a bazillion uses for this contact paper. Thanks for the tip! www.satisfiedsole.com
ReplyDeleteHi Kimm!
ReplyDeleteI've featured this post on my Featuring You ~ Part 3 series. I just thought it was a brilliant find! :)
http://funkyjunkinteriors.blogspot.com/2009/10/featuring-you-part-3.html
Donna