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    Home » Repurposed Furniture » Desk Repurposed Drawer into a Chalkboard

    Desk Repurposed Drawer into a Chalkboard

    Published by Gail | Published February 6, 2012 | Updated March 19, 2021
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    100_5659Do you remember this desk?

    Chest from DeskI took it apart to make this tall chest of drawers.

    IMG_1069I used the drawers from the left and right sides, but had one drawer left, the middle drawer. I removed the hardware.

    IMG_1070With it standing on its end, you can see that it won’t hang flat against the wall due to the drawer front not being flush with the drawer.

    IMG_1072I put it on the table saw and gave it a “trim”. To do this I had to remove the “guard”. Please know that I take my safety (and yours) very seriously. I only remove the guard when I absolutely have to. As soon as I finished trimming this drawer, I put it right back in place.

    IMG_1073I removed the tray that was meant to hold pens and pencils. I want to use it, but I want to move it.

    IMG_1074As I place it in the drawer, you can see that it is too large. I trimmed it up on the table saw also.

    IMG_1076That’s better!

    IMG_1077

    IMG_1079In this picture you can see where the tray was, and where I moved it to. I am testing some options for adding a “memo” function.

    IMG_1082I painted the entire drawer with a quick coat of chalkboard paint. I used Gorilla Wood Glue to attach the tray.

    IMG_1084I gave it two more coats of chalkboard paint.

    IMG_1107

    IMG_1111To attach the memo board ($$ Tree) I used Gorilla Glue on the back of the board . . .

    IMG_1112I dampened the drawer where the memo board would go. Gorilla Glue “damp it/clamp it”.

    IMG_1114This is my clamp! hehehe

    IMG_1183I added some hooks for keys and other items.

    IMG_1185The tray will easily hold chalk, pens, pencils, whatever one needs to keep handy!

    IMG_1190Because the entire repurposed drawer is a chalkboard, it can have reminders anywhere.

    IMG_1189I don’t think I’m finished with this desk . . . I still have the top! hmmmm

    Don’t you love a great chalkboard?

    gail

    I made another great drawer chalkboard, it's much larger and prettier. You can see the desk drawer chalkboard here.

    Related Content: See More Desk Projects Here

     

    See other great chalkboard ideas here

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    1. Pili

      October 18, 2015 at 11:58 am

      Hi, Gail! I made a round up about different uses for drawers, and your was so lovely I included it. I gave credit to you, as well as a link back to your site. Hope this is ok for you, you can check it here:
      http://sweethings.net/15-different-uses-for-drawers/
      Hugs!

      Pili

      Reply
    2. Pat

      August 19, 2014 at 11:03 am

      Hahaha! You are the Queen of Repurposed-Life!
      ...and I'm your biggest fan. But I had to laugh-- cause You held onto that drawer as long as I would, before doing something fantastic with it.
      This memo board... is fantastic.
      Patricia

      Reply
    3. girlfromwva

      August 18, 2014 at 10:38 am

      Really great idea to re-purpose a drawer!!! I will be watching to see what you do with the desk top! LOL!!!

      Reply
    4. Miss McGuyver

      October 25, 2013 at 4:01 am

      You are my kinda lady!!!! wish you were my neighbor! Let me know if you ever get a neighbor opening.. 😉

      Reply
    5. Kammy's Korner

      February 14, 2012 at 3:05 am

      So amazingly genius!! You know how many old drawers I have sitting out in my barn waiting for some great inspiration to hit me? It's hitting and I'm pinning! Thanks! Would LOVE for you to share this over on Kammy's Korner for the Trash 2 Treasure Party if you get a chance! http://kammyskorner.blogspot.com/2012/02/trash-2-treasure-tuesday-19-plus.html

      Reply
    6. Suzanne@Meridian Road

      February 08, 2012 at 2:33 am

      I love how you use every piece! I love the drawer, too. It looks great and it's so funtional!

      Reply
    7. Love Of Quilts

      February 07, 2012 at 8:59 pm

      Gail, I remember this chest you made.I like it so well it is number 1 on my list of your projects...so much so that I would love to have one like it.

      Reply
    8. SCREAMING FOR CHOCOLATE

      February 07, 2012 at 1:15 pm

      Gail, That is awesome. I will never look at an ugly desk the same way again. I have always wanted a tall set of drawers like that and now I know I can have it without much expense. The chalkboard drawer is very practical and cute. Great job. Can't wait to see what you do with the desk top.

      Reply
    9. flutietootie

      February 07, 2012 at 6:16 am

      Nice. A very clever fun idea. Great for a creative child's room. Will help promote creativity.

      Reply
    10. Stephanie

      February 07, 2012 at 4:34 am

      Now that is super cute! Way to use all your scaps! Another great re-purposesd project!

      Reply
    11. Donna OShaughnessy

      February 07, 2012 at 2:43 am

      Oh how I LOVE this blog! Wish I had found it long before. Your creativity is so mazing and you willingness to take so many pics and share it all is so appreciated. Many Thanks!

      Reply
    12. About Me

      February 06, 2012 at 9:16 pm

      You just never cease to amaze me ...

      Reply
    13. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper

      February 06, 2012 at 7:54 pm

      this looks great, gail- love the concept because then you have a shelf, too, and a place to put the chalk!

      Reply
    14. Good Time Charlie

      February 06, 2012 at 6:40 pm

      This is such a great idea!!! I have a ton of extra drawers and sometimes run out of ideas for them. Love it!

      Thanks for the reminder on the guard, I took mine off and haven't put it back on. I know BAD!!!!!

      Reply
    15. Janet

      February 06, 2012 at 5:57 pm

      Another amazing transformation! I like that it has a shelf to hold the chalk and eraser and to catch the chalk dust too--great work!

      Reply
    16. laxsupermom

      February 06, 2012 at 3:46 pm

      That looks terrific! You are the queen of the furniture upcycle! Love it! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    17. Anne

      February 06, 2012 at 2:46 pm

      So cute! I love this & even a little ledge for the chalk. You are awesome!!!

      Reply
    18. Diane Cash

      February 06, 2012 at 2:38 pm

      Another success!

      Reply
    19. Rose @ Confessions of a Curbshopaholic

      February 06, 2012 at 2:25 pm

      I like it! 🙂

      Reply
    20. Grammy Goodwill

      February 06, 2012 at 2:24 pm

      This is an amazing project. It turned out great.

      Reply
    21. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.

      February 06, 2012 at 2:15 pm

      Oh yes I do love a great chalkboard! Very cute and creative Gail!

      Reply
    22. Tonya @ My Cozy Little Farmhouse

      February 06, 2012 at 1:27 pm

      Gail, That looks great! (What is $$ Tree?)

      Reply
    23. Our Delightful Home

      February 06, 2012 at 12:58 pm

      Creative idea! Thanks for sharing!

      ~Mrs. Delightful
      ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

      Reply
    24. Full Circle Creations

      February 06, 2012 at 12:56 pm

      I really like that the entire thing is a chalkboard. Love that you added the memo board! Another great project.

      Holly

      Reply
    25. Susan

      February 06, 2012 at 12:15 pm

      You are such a creative lady! I love the desk to chest re-do. That chalk board is awesome!

      Reply
    26. Debbiedoo's

      February 06, 2012 at 12:15 pm

      What a great project there Gail. Mine would say call Dad LOL, as he just reamed me out for not calling him for a few weeks LOL!

      Reply
    27. Terri

      February 06, 2012 at 12:13 pm

      Such a cute idea...I love it!

      Reply
    28. Sharon

      February 06, 2012 at 11:39 am

      Super Cute. Love the drawer Chalkboard.

      Sharon

      Reply
    29. Susan @ homeroad.net

      February 06, 2012 at 11:33 am

      Great idea Gail! You were very clever with the chalk-holder-ledge thingy! I love any kind of memo board! Great job!
      Susan

      Reply
    30. I Play Outside The Box

      February 06, 2012 at 11:09 am

      Great piece. Love it!

      Reply
    31. Sherry@ Ties2ThePast

      February 06, 2012 at 10:44 am

      Such a clever girl!!!
      Great idea!!
      ♥'s
      Sherry

      Reply

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