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Upcycled Menu Board

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It's hard to believe that my teens start school on August 18th!

This summer has just flown by….I find it kind of sad. I love everyone home in the summer….carefree, stress-free.

This year my oldest will be a senior in high school…..sigh, tears.

This will no doubt be a very busy fall with applying to colleges, homework, projects and tennis team for my daughter.

One thing that I really try to keep on a schedule is our weekly dinner menu once school starts. 

I always post the menu written on a piece of paper taped to the inside of a cabinet door. Fancy I know, but it works!

Everyone checks it.

I wanted to make it a bit nicer and out in the open. I've been wanting to make a chalkboard menu board for a while now.

While in the barn looking at my stash for July's themed furniture month (toy chest HERE), I came across this coffee table…sans top.

I've thought of using it for several things….a tray….a bar cart with new legs.

 

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home 

 

It has such pretty detail. I thought it would be so unique on the wall!!!! My daughter is actually the one who suggested the menu board. She has really been wanting this as she is always starving!

Perfect idea my dear! I know have my Back to School project idea with my southern blogging pals for August!

So…..My Upcycled Menu Board was born!

 

I'll have the links to my friend's projects at the end of this post. 

 

Also on OSH!  Organizing Your Child's School and Art Work

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home 

 

See what I'm talking about? The coffee table itself is a bit fancy for me, but taken apart and used in other ways is just perfect. Don't worry….I'm sure I'll come up with something cool for the legs. It was only $4!!!

 

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home

 

We took off the legs and cleaned her up. I picked up a piece of birch plywood at the home improvement center. I took my measurements, and they cut it to fit for me there.

 

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home

 

I used these products to finish the frame. They were also used on my vanity stool makeover. You can see all the details on using the finish there. I only used clear wax, not dark. The color is Primitive. This line can be found at your local Michaels and Home Depot. I painted 2 coats of Primitive. Let it dry thoroughly, lightly distress and apply wax. When dry, buff to desired sheen. 

 

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home 

 

Since this is a very dark mahogany piece and I was painting with a lighter color, I applied one coat of the stain blocker to the top. This will seal out any bleed through from the dark stain. I found that it really filled in any slight imperfections and gave it a very smooth surface to paint. Let this cure according to directions. 

I then primed the plywood with spray paint primer. Let that dry.

Then I coated the plywood with 2 coats of chalkboard paint.

 

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home

 

We screwed the chalkboard to the frame. The crews were ugly, but will really keep the board secure. To hide the screws and the edge against the frame, we nailed a small molding.

 

Also on OSH!  Organized Pantry {never waste food again}

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home

 

We bought a stick of cove molding and cut it with a plastic portable miter box set. I painted, distressed and waxed before applying it to the frame.  When it was dry,  it was nailed to the frame. Then the nail holes were filled in with wood filler and touched up with paint and wax. 

 

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home

 

I love the side detail. I'm going to add letters above the board that says “MENU.” I'll be sure to share with you when I have those up. Trying to decide what I want them to look like. 

 

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home

 

 

Upcyled menu board from an old coffee table base with chalky finish paint for back to school from Our Southern Home

 

This really makes it one of a kind! 

 

Really look when thrift store shopping…you may just come across a pretty table top as well to use in a new way!

Be sure to check out my other projects using Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paints

Thrift Store Vanity Stool Makeover

DINER Sign

Thrift Store Chest Makeover

 

Be sure to check out these other Back to School ideas from my southern friends!

At Home with The Barkers

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Lots of behind the scenes are taking place on Instagram. 

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  1. Shannah says

    August 14, 2014 at 10:43 PM

    Wow! You did an amazing job! I love reading post like these!

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  2. Pauline Henderson says

    August 9, 2014 at 3:26 PM

    Just my style, Beautiful Job !

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  3. Yvonne says

    August 9, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    What a great project, Christy! I love that this pretty table got a whole new life! You have opened my eyes to look outside of the “frame” box!

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  4. clydia says

    August 7, 2014 at 4:16 PM

    I really love how it turned out — very pretty and functional to boot! Now, I’m gonna keep my eyes out for some pretty table tops that this could work on — I want my own. 🙂

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  5. Lori says

    August 7, 2014 at 2:54 PM

    Love this! I write mine out on paper and put on fridge, then if I make changes, it looks messy. This is much prettier.

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  6. Paula says

    August 6, 2014 at 3:10 PM

    This is a great use for this table top and I know your family loves knowing what’s for dinner. I am still in shock that it is back to school time!

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  7. Shanna Gilbert says

    August 6, 2014 at 2:08 PM

    Such a creative idea Christy! The carving is just gorgeous!

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  8. martina says

    August 6, 2014 at 12:43 PM

    What a great idea Christy…I love the way it turned out!!

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  9. Cynthia says

    August 6, 2014 at 12:37 PM

    Christy this a fantastic project. Love the details on the sides and this idea. By the way, Love the curtains in the background!

    Cindy

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  10. Pat says

    August 6, 2014 at 10:36 AM

    That turned out really well! What a great repurpose from your scrap stash!!

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  11. Heather Muzik says

    August 6, 2014 at 10:30 AM

    Love this! I just made a magnetic chalkboard for my herbs and spices and have so much paint left I would love to find more uses! That tabletop makes such a unique dimensional frame! Now I am itching to go thrifting! I promised myself I would work on some of the thrifted finds I already have before getting more, and now you went and posted this–you found the chink in my armor. 😉 Keep mulling over the table legs–they are definitely too cool to gather dust.

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  12. Marty says

    August 6, 2014 at 9:18 AM

    I love this, the molding detail around the edge is so pretty. What a great idea.

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  13. Debbie refresh resytle says

    August 6, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    Three things that I want from you, the legs, the chalkboard and to come eat this week! This is one awesome menu board! Love it! Happy School Year!
    Debbie

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  14. Melissa says

    August 6, 2014 at 7:39 AM

    LOVE this! What a great up cycle! I am all fancy with the paper menu myself! {When I actually plan! Ha!} Thanks for sharing! Life to the full! Melissa

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  15. AtHomeWithTheBarkers says

    August 6, 2014 at 7:20 AM

    Love the details of the table and it makes a beautiful menu frame. A menu display is on my to do list! ~Sonya

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  16. laura says

    August 6, 2014 at 6:56 AM

    it is such a pretty frame. perfect chalkboard. I will need to learn from you on the meals. I never know what we are eating until 1 hour before dinner.

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