Let's Get Crafty - DIY Chalkboard Bunting with Cut Out + Keep

It seems these days that no party is complete without a photobooth or a bit of bunting, but if like us you're a bit over the chintzy, floral kind, why not pack a punch with chalkboard bunting? I can just imagine this being used in a wedding reception's photobooth saying 'just married' for the happy couple!


You will need
Thin Wood
Chalkboard paint
A paintbrush
String
Hole punch
Chalk


Step 1
Start by cutting triangles out of thin wood. We used some scrap shipping wood that came as packaging with a piece of furniture. You can buy wood triangles in craft shops, if you struggle to find a piece that works well. You'll need about 12 triangles to be able to write a nice long message.

Step 2
Paint your triangles with a coat of chalkboard paint and leave to dry.

Step 3
Paint with a second coat of paint and leave to dry again.


Step 4
Punch a hole at either side of the top of the triangle. My wood was thin enough to use a hole punch.

Step 5
Loop some string through the hole.

Step 6
Secure at the back with a knot and then string through the second hole, securing with another knot.


Step 7
Leave a small length of string between each triangle and continue threading them all on to the string.

Step 8
Now the fun part. Write on your bunting with chalk. I used a ruler to give mine a neat outline, but you can decorate yours however you like!

And you’re done! Hang up and admire your handy work!


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