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I did a lot of chalkboard writing " back in the day" before Smartboards replaced them. I was pretty proud of my "teacher penmanship" skills!
It is humorous that chalkboards are " historical artifacts" in the classroom, and yet, those same chalkboards have become popular home decor accents!
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I have a big chalkboard in the stairwell to the lower level
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I recently found a cute little easel chalkboard at a consignment shop that fits perfectly on the kitchen counter.
I usually write something seasonal on the chalkboards.....but in all honesty...I have been feeling that my efforts would not get very good grades for creativity and penmanship!
I decided it is time for me to spend some time perfecting....or at least improving.... my chalkboard art skills.
I guess that might be an irony goal for a retired teacher....but heck...I have nothing but time now!
Here is a round-up of all the great tips and techniques that are sure to turn my chalkboard art from novice to pro!