How to Make a Vintage Chalkboard Globe
Select a saying that inspires you to be the best version of yourself.
By:
Brandy Brown
Resolutions can be hard to live up to, but they say people who practice daily self-affirmations are more successful. So, what better way to celebrate and spread hope than with an 18-karat gold inspiring quote on a chalkboard globe?
Materials:
- globe
- tape
- chalkboard paint
- sponge brush
- gold metallic leafing pen
Prep Globe
Wipe surface of globe with a damp cloth, then dry with a clean rag. Tape off the compass and globe stand.
Apply Paint
Apply chalkboard paint to globe until completely covered using a sponge brush. Let dry for two hours before removing tape.
Write a Quote
Use a gold pen to write desired quote. We chose “Share Your Smile with the World”. Display on a bookshelf, or style in a favorite corner of your home.
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