writing on the wall

I love the idea of keeping a chalkboard in the home.  Whether it's used for to-do lists, notes, inspirational quotes or as a creative outlet for children, they can be a great way to add some fun as well as function to your space. 

Go to Country Living or Design Sponge to find out how to make your own chalkboard with paint!

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via Desire to Inspire

via Good Housekeeping

above two images via Bodie & Fou

via Maison & Demeure

via Style at Home

via House & Home

ds: before & after

I love watching things get made over... the before, the after, the whole process in between.  One of Design Sponge's latest Before & After posts shows the transition of an attic from a dark, gloomy storage space to a bright white writing room.  I'm loving the white washed floors, the paneled ceiling, the new skylights, and the beautiful white day bed... what a difference!

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