This idea is super simple. So simple that I almost didn’t post about how to make chalkboard labels. It almost seemed too easy. But, it’s kinda genius. I love chalkboards in almost every form. And I really like those removable chalkboard stickers, but they do lose their staying power after a while – and I was looking for a more permanent solution. Wanna see? Well let’s get to gettin’!
You’ll need:
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Kryon chalkboard spray paint
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some blank mailing labels (I like the larger ones)
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some sort of tape – packing tape, masking tape or painter’s tape
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cardboard for a base (I used the side of an old box)
Tape a sheet of labels to the cardboard -
Use Krylon chalkboard paint to spray several light layers of paint on the labels.
Then peel off the tape, along with the outer edge of the label sheet (if your labels have them). Now let them dry.
You can use them as is, or use a punch to create shapes out of them.
You could use them on jars, boxes, or even buckets. No matter where you put them, if you use good quality labels then they’re not going anywhere. See – just so simple 🙂
*Krylon supplied me with the paint for this project (and others to come). But, it should come as no surprise that I prefer this brand, I’ve been chanting “Krylon Rocks!” for years now 🙂
Molly @ A Bit O' Shine says
May 5, 2011 at 12:40 amSimple but genius. I’ve been wanting some labels for a few things but hadn’t really found any I liked and had not thought of this. I’ve spray painted EVERYTHING else, I might as well do some mailing labels too. 😉
maggie@midwesternsewinggirl says
May 5, 2011 at 12:44 amThank you so much for hosting, Gina! Love the label idea! You know, you think it’s just so obvious, but sometimes those are the ideas you need to tell people about! Me…for example…:) Thanks, again!!!!
Vivienne @ the V Spot says
May 5, 2011 at 12:44 amThose are adorable, and you’re right, I had a smack myself in the head/V8 moment. Brilliant and simple!
Erin A says
May 5, 2011 at 12:46 amWhat an absolutely fabulous idea!! You’re right, so simple, but so perfect!! Thanks for hosting!
Erin
LTC
PicturePerfectPixies says
May 5, 2011 at 12:47 amNever would have thought to use those! I am so glad I found your blog!
Aaron says
May 5, 2011 at 12:47 amThat is genius! I love it and now must buy label sticker.
-Aaron {the girl with the boy’s name}
http://www.mudpiesandmarigolds.blogspot.com
feltsocute says
May 5, 2011 at 1:20 amLOVE the label idea – what an easy way to do it!
Shelly of the Daisy Diaries! says
May 5, 2011 at 1:22 amLove this! Too cute!
Thank you so much for sharing!
Cheers!
Shelly xo
Confessions of a Plate Addict says
May 5, 2011 at 1:23 amHow fun, Gina! I did chalkboard paint, too…on wine glasses! Happy week!…hugs…Debbie
Betsy says
May 5, 2011 at 1:24 amI think I might be going crazy with the chalkboard paint again. This is a wonderful idea…never would have thought of spraying the sticky paper. Thanks for hosting:)
angie @ the cellar door stories says
May 5, 2011 at 1:25 amhow smart! so simple but i probably wouldn’t have thought of it 🙂 can’t wait to make some labels!!
Julie says
May 5, 2011 at 1:26 amI do love a good chalkboard label. I’ll be trying this one soon!
Patti says
May 5, 2011 at 1:29 amGreat idea…Chalk paint is on my list of things to “play with” I have to get some SOON!! Joining your party this week – thanks for hosting!
Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made says
May 5, 2011 at 1:30 amGina — these are fantastic! I never thought of doing that! Love that you can use punches to get whatever shape you want — Thanks much!
Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage says
May 5, 2011 at 1:34 amAlmost didn’t post it??? Genious girl!!
Madigan at madiganmade says
May 5, 2011 at 1:41 amUm, this is genius! Love this idea! Such a simple way to make fun labels.
Julia says
May 5, 2011 at 1:49 amWhat a fabulous idea…love it!!
Julia
sweetserendipity23.blogspot.com
Amanda @ Serenity Now says
May 5, 2011 at 1:55 amAren’t you a smartie pants?! 😉 Love this idea, Gina. 🙂
The Polka Dot Closet says
May 5, 2011 at 1:58 amGina, thank you again for hosting this wonderful party, I linked up a dress form I transformed. Linky was so busy hooking up your links that I waited forever…..at each step and then by the time I got mine added 6 others were added not complaining Just wanted to let you now that we love you and what a busy blog you have!!
Carol
Michelle @Shellsshabbyshack says
May 5, 2011 at 2:00 amHow clever! Love chalkboard paint. Can’t wait to try this. Running to buy some labels 🙂
Jenn says
May 5, 2011 at 2:03 amGreat idea with the labels! I love projects that I already have all of the supplies for! Thanks for hosting and have a great week! 🙂
the cape on the corner says
May 5, 2011 at 2:13 amthat is really simple, but totally genius! i think some of those labels may mysteriously go missing from work. i kid…maybe…
southernscraps says
May 5, 2011 at 2:27 amWhat a clever way to do the chalkboard labels!
tales from an oc cottage says
May 5, 2011 at 2:31 amLOVE this idea!!!
m ^..^
Beverly@southernhomesweethome says
May 5, 2011 at 2:33 amGreat idea Gina.. just bought some clay pots for herbs and wanted to put lables on them. This is perfect! Thanksfor hosting.
Handy Man, Crafty Woman says
May 5, 2011 at 2:34 amThat’s a great way to make those labels! Thanks for hosting the blog party.
stefanie says
May 5, 2011 at 2:42 amyou are soooo clever!!!!
Etcetorize says
May 5, 2011 at 3:48 amLove your chalkboard labels! Thanks for hosting~
Sunny Simple Life says
May 5, 2011 at 4:48 amThis is genius. I have the labels and paint right now. I think I will make some this weekend.
Casey says
May 5, 2011 at 5:00 amI’m very sorry… I seemed to have posted my link twice and I’m not sure how to delete one.
I love the label idea… I wanted to do something similar with tin pails.
Amanda says
May 5, 2011 at 6:33 amThis is a great idea, never thought you could use the paint on labels! Thanks for hosting again this week.
Marianne@Songbird says
May 5, 2011 at 7:36 amHi Gina,
Great project! Although I must admit that over here finding chalk board vinyl to cut in labels is much easier than finding chalk board spray paint 🙂 Go figure.
Thanks for hosting. It has been a while but I am glad the timing of my project coincided with your party again.
Have a wonderful weekend! And maybe I’ll see you tomorrow at my “we love white” party.
Ali says
May 5, 2011 at 11:18 amThank you so much for hosting. Have a great rest of the week!
Amanda says
May 5, 2011 at 11:38 amLove your labels Gina, they look especially nice on the silver bucket. Thanks for hosting!
Hemma på Landet says
May 5, 2011 at 12:14 pmNice post.:-) Stina
Maurilia says
May 5, 2011 at 12:30 pmExcellent idea! Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to give this a try 🙂
Condo Blues says
May 5, 2011 at 12:59 pmJust Brill. I made chalkboard labels with juice can lids. I like that yours are more versatile.
Debilou ~ Mississippi Mama says
May 5, 2011 at 1:09 pmlove the chalkboard labels.. thanks for showing how you did it. Linking up today.
Angie @221vision says
May 5, 2011 at 3:07 pmThese labels are so cute!!! Thanks for the party! I am your newest follower 🙂 Angie @221vision
Justcallmeblessed says
May 5, 2011 at 3:45 pmTHANK YOU! I was looking at buying some of these, but now I know how to make them myself! Yay!!
Hollie - TheSevenYearCottage.com says
May 5, 2011 at 4:05 pmLove the labels! Thanks for hostessing.
Wendy @ Ramblings from the Sunshine State says
May 5, 2011 at 4:39 pmFabulous idea!
Thanks for hosting!
Amy@HomeRemediesRX says
May 5, 2011 at 4:46 pmThis really is genius! Can’t wait to try this!
Creative Escapes says
May 5, 2011 at 5:14 pmThis is awesome – I am so glad you posted. It does seem so simple – yet genius! Can’t wait to try them myself! Thanks for your continued inspiration!! Love your parties too!
kayla says
May 5, 2011 at 9:03 pmFabulous tutorial!! So easy, yet so clever!!
Kat says
May 5, 2011 at 11:00 pmOMG- I love this idea! How clever you are!!
Wendy says
May 5, 2011 at 11:08 pmLove your site and your Etsy shop!!!
Sarah says
May 6, 2011 at 12:55 amBrilliant, Gina…love it!
architects buckinghamshire says
May 6, 2011 at 11:40 amWonderful project..!!
Little Brick Ranch says
May 6, 2011 at 11:52 amThanks for hosting!! I finally finished this coffee table that has been lurking about the house!! Yahoo – one thing off the list!!
Lynn at Cottage and Creek says
May 6, 2011 at 12:13 pmVery useful info, Gina. Chalkboard paint is the best and your little labels are super. I’ll be giving this a try.
~Lynn
staci @ lizard n ladybug says
May 6, 2011 at 6:24 pmOMG..how cute (and simple). Plus, I have everything to make them – RIGHT NOW!
Stephanie Reid says
May 6, 2011 at 6:43 pmI love this idea! I’m already making plans for my chalkboard labels 😉
Brianna says
May 6, 2011 at 7:27 pmwhat an awesome idea, so easy, I love it!!!
Country Mouse says
May 7, 2011 at 4:25 amOMG! How awesome are these!? AND…I have everything to make them!!! WooHoo!! I am SO thrilled I found your blog! I am now a new stalker, I mean follower! he,he!!! Thanks for sharing! I cannot wait til’ daylight to try my hand at making these!!!!:)
audrey
Green Willow Pond says
May 31, 2011 at 3:52 pmIngenious idea for the labels. I just bought a galvanized bucket (and am going back for 2 more) to put on our stairs, one for each boy and one for me, to put all our junk that needs to go up and everyone is too lazy to take at the moment. I was trying to decide how to label them…now I know! Thanks for sharing.
Brooke @ www.Getouttamyheadplease.com says
November 11, 2011 at 1:06 pmLove your label idea! Here I thought I figured something new out, lol
InZperation says
March 11, 2012 at 9:08 pmGreat idea and so easy to make!
I love it!
I just started to blog myself and I linked to your idea in my post about different ways to use chalkboard paint. Have a look:
http://www.inzpirational-life.blogspot.com/
Thanks!
InZpirational-life says
March 12, 2012 at 7:03 pmSuch a great idea.!
I just started blogging myself and I used your tutorial in my post about different ways to use chalkboard paint. Have a look: http://inzpirational-life.blogspot.com/
Thanks for your inspiration!
Heather says
November 11, 2014 at 9:27 pmThis is adorable. But i have one question. Can you was these with out the sticker falling off or no?
Heather says
November 11, 2014 at 9:28 pmI meant can you wash these?
Hassim Adnan says
December 5, 2018 at 12:52 amI am not good at creating things. I normally buy labels in Essmak and it helped me to get label things easier.