When I saw this unfinished box, I knew it would be just the right size to fit above the file folders and to the right of the light switch. I was worried it might stick out too far from the wall, but the charming mesh sides swooned me enough to go with it.
I sanded the box down lightly to smooth the rough edges, then painted it with Rust-Oleum Chalkboard paint. I don't plan to use chalk on it; the Rust-Oleum was simply paint I had on hand in the right color and finish.
After the paint dried, I lightly distressed the edges to bring out the unfinished wood underneath.
Lastly, I sprayed it with Minwax Satin poly to give it a finished look, and screwed drywall screws through the back mesh to secure it to the wall.
I added a small jelly jar to corral the markers, and you can just make out the eraser sitting in there, too. I couldn't have found a better-sized solution!
I also added a DEPOT sign I found at a garage sale last weekend. It fits perfectly with my train depot clock which I've had for years, and denotes the very real coming-and-going of our calendar's schedule these days. Interesting aside: This sign is actually from the Firefighter/Train collection of a very well-knows fireman in this area who passed away a few years back. He was highly regarded in the fire community and throughout the town, so it is an honor to display one of his old pieces in our home!
I realized as I was posting these pictures that I overlooked writing my nephew's name Ryan on June 23rd, his birthday! We have so many family birthdays in June and July it can be hard to remember everyone each month ~ so sorry, Ryan! Your name will be written as soon as I finish this post :)
May your weekend be filled with peace and fearless discovery ~
Jaimee
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