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Upcycled On-the-Go Chalkboard Box

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With summer road trips on the horizon and a calendar full of upcoming appointments, I created a simple upcycled on-the-go chalkboard box to keep three-year-old Tate entertained … at least for a short time.  This simple box, made from an empty metal mint tin, can be thrown in a purse or bag and pulled out during extended waits at appointments, on long road trips, during rush hour car trips in crazy traffic, or any time a little extra entertainment is needed for a child of any age.

upcycled chalkboard box
To make this on-the-go chalkboard box, I started with an empty mint tin {the largest size}, adhesive chalkboard vinyl, regular vinyl in any color, and craft paint in coordinating colors.

upcycled, repurposed mint tin: chalkboard box

I painted the tin two different colors, one color for the top and one for the bottom {just to add a bit of fun}, then added Tate’s name in bright pink vinyl on top {the font is monster paparazzi}.

upcycled, repurposed mint tin: chalkboard box

The entertainment is inside the box.

upcycled, repurposed mint tin: chalkboard box

The bottom of the metal tin holds pieces of chalk in a variety of colors …

upcycled, repurposed mint tin: chalkboard box

… and a piece of adhesive chalkboard vinyl is attached to the inside of the top flap of the mint tin.  Simply trace the tin onto the chalkboard vinyl and cut it out with scissors then adhere it in place.

A baby wipe or a tissue can be used to wipe down the chalkboard once it’s full of art and writing.

upcycled, repurposed mint tin: chalkboard box

I’ll slip this repurposed mint tin into my purse and pull it out the next time I need to entertain little Tate or her siblings.

upcycled, repurposed mint tin: chalkboard box

What tips and tricks do you have for entertaining the kids during a wait?

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For more ideas to entertain the kids in the car, check out 65 way to entertain the kids on a road trip!

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About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

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  1. Shelley Llewellyn says

    May 18, 2013 at 3:55 pm

    this is a wonderfully brilliant idea! I’m off to make one for my son. Thanks for sharing. 🙂

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  2. Jennifer Hughes says

    May 20, 2013 at 6:12 pm

    In addition to Monday Kid Corner Weekly Linky Party, this week’s theme is MUD. Brush off those archives and link them up at the jenny evolution.

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  3. Michele {The Scrap Shoppe} says

    May 23, 2013 at 8:04 pm

    Super cute idea, Randi!! These would be fun party favors, too. 🙂

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  4. Your Therapy Source Inc says

    May 24, 2013 at 1:37 am

    Adorable!!!

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  5. suzyhomeschooler says

    May 24, 2013 at 4:28 am

    Love Love LOVE this idea!

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  6. Jackie Currie says

    May 29, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    Just found you over on “It’s Playtime”, and I think this is just one of the cutest ideas ever! Following you on Pinterest now. 🙂

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  7. malia says

    May 30, 2013 at 5:29 am

    Darling idea Randi! Mint tins + chalk = cuteness!

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  8. Nina Lewis says

    August 7, 2018 at 12:21 pm

    This is SO cute! I think I need to make a bunch of these with my grandkids!

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