this is a sponsored post but all opinions are my own – this chalkboard foam board is amazing!
You know those boards where you stick your face in from the back to superimpose your head onto a fun image – I recently found out (thanks FB fans!) that they are called “Face In the Hole” or “Photo Stand-In”. Anyways, I made some, and they are ah-mazing! Instead of messing with a heavy piece of wood and power tools to cut the hole, etc, I used Foam Core Board from Elmers. And even awesomer – it’s Chalkboard Foam Core Board, so we can change the boards over and over and over and over….
Seriously, we have had so much fun with these! Drawing all sorts of pictures and whatnot. The kids played forever with them, so it’s a win in my book for sure. And since I used Chalkboard Foam Core Board, they are super simple to make.
The funniest ones are where it’s a big head and a little body – we laugh again and again with these. And then of course you can draw your favorite characters…
or draw that you’re being eaten by a monster…
So, let’s get into the tutorial details. To make these you’ll need:
–Chalkboard Foam Core Board
–Painters paint markers
–chalk
–Exacto Knife or hot knife
First up, I free-handed a frame shape using the Painter’s markers:
I wasn’t sure if the board needed “seasoned” with chalk or not, but I went ahead and did that, figuring it wouldn’t hurt. I just lightly covered the whole board in chalk (use the side of the chalk) and then wiped it off:
Ah, now they’re ready for imaginations to take over:
I knew the kids would like drawing on them, but I didn’t realize how much they would like it. Everyone got really into it, so it’s a fun time for all ages.
To erase the chalk and do a different drawing, we just used a dry towel and that worked really well.
I loved that these were so simple to make. I also love how lightweight they are – the kids can handle them with no trouble. Chalkboard Foam Core Board is the perfect thing for making these Face in the Hole frames. Give it a try!
Katie @ Made to be a Momma. says
These are awesome!!! I will definitely be making these! 🙂
Nancy Bandzuch says
What a terrific idea! I can’t wait to make some.
McKenzie @ Girl Loves Glam says
What a fun idea! I love this!
WoWiE says
Where did you buy the elmers chalkboard foam? How much was it?
Mandy Beyeler says
I was sent the chalkboard foam board from Elmer’s, but I’d look for it in your local craft store – –
Cher-Ann Texter says
Really cute idea – So fun for a birthday party! In fact, I think my teen daughter and her friends would love this!
Cookin' Cowgirl says
How fun!! What a great idea for kiddos 🙂 I can’t wait until Tinsley appreciates stuff like this! Pinned 🙂
feelincrafty says
OMG! I love this!! I already tried to buy the board but my craft store didn’t have the chalkboard version. I was sad! This total made me laugh! I love it!!!
Kelsey Jones says
Hahaha what an awesome idea! I kind of wish I had this as a kid. I probably would have drawn myself as a Pegasus (I was a little obsessed with all equine things as a kid)
Diana - FreeStyleMama says
SO much fun!!
Melissa Venable says
What an awesome idea! Now to find the chalk foam board (or make it if I can’t find any)!
Stephanie Hackney says
Mandy,
Love, love, love these!
Thanks for sharing these – they will be perfect for some Summertime play time with the little ones.
Can you tell me where the Chalkboard Foam Core Boards are sold?
Steph
Mandy Beyeler says
I was sent the foam board, but I would think you could find it at any craft store – good luck!
Sarah says
What size chalk boards did you use?
Mandy Beyeler says
they are just posterboard size, not sure the exact dimensions