DIY Chalk Paint

  I've finally started making my own chalk paint, which I was hesitant to do because I'm in love with Annie Sloan's line of chalk paint. However, I'm in need of a few colors that she does not offer. 
Like bright yellow...

What you will need to make your own chalk paint:

-Plaster of Paris 

-Latex Paint 

-Measuring cups and spoons
-Containers 
-Stir stick

How to make chalk paint:

1.) Mix 5Tb of Plaster of Paris with 3TBS of water in a container. Combine until a smooth paste has formed. Add more water/plaster if needed.

2.)In a separate container, measure out 2cups of latex paint.

3.) Combine the plaster paste and paint. Mix well. Keep mixing. And mix some more.  Add a few drops of water, if needed. You can also add more plaster if you want a thicker chalk paint.

This recipe is very flexible and will give you a good base for chalk paint. I almost always end up adjusting it a little as I go. 


Let me know if you try it and what you think! 


I'm sure you're wondering why I need bright yellow chalk paint when I paint everything a light shade of gray, white or duck egg blue. 


Just wait and see! 

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