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creative projects in the garden repurposed thrifty treasures · Written by Randi Dukes

Upcycled Chalkboard Frying Pan Garden Markers

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One of my favorite local restaurants is full of fabulous upcycled ideas and chalkboard frying pan garden markers are used throughout the herb garden out front.  I loved them as soon as I saw them and couldn’t wait to make my own set.  Now that spring has arrived where I live, my garden has started growing and these garden markers are labeling what’s growing!

upcycled chalkboard frying pan garden markers

To make these upcycled garden markers, you’ll need small frying pans.  The thrift store is the perfect place to find cheap ones and used are way better than new.  I think using pans that are a bit battered adds to the charm.  Small egg pans are adorable and perfect for using in containers but slightly larger works too.  I wouldn’t recommend using a frying pan that’s bigger than six or eight inches diameter.

thrift store frying pans to make garden markers

In addition to the frying pans, you’ll also need chalkboard paint.

upcycled chalkboard garden markers

Clean the frying pan to get rid of any grease or grime and use fine to medium sandpaper to rough up the center a bit.  If the frying pan has a no-stick surface, the paint won’t adhere unless you sand it a little.

scratched frying pan primed for chalkboard paint

Apply 2-3 coats of chalkboard paint, allowing each layer to dry completely before adding the next one.  You can paint only the center of the pan or the entire inside.  I painted the whole inside so I didn’t have to worry about lines showing around the middle.

Season the chalkboard surface by rubbing the side of a piece of chalk all over it and then wipe it away.

Label the pans with chalk or chalkboard pens …

chalkboard garden markers repurposed from frying pans

… and place them among the plants in your garden or in containers.

upcycled skillet garden marker

These repurposed chalkboard garden markers add a whimsical touch to the garden and are a fun way to use those pans cluttering the shelves at the thrift store!

repurposed skillet garden marker

Upcycled chalkboard frying pan garden markers

For more creative ideas for garden markers, check out these painted twig garden markers …

painted twig garden markers

… wood burned garden markers …

wood burned plant markers

… stamped spoon garden markers …

stamped spoon garden marker

… and this colorful collection of ideas for labeling the garden!

DIY garden markers


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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. Linda at Mixed Kreations says

    March 24, 2017 at 11:42 am

    What a fun idea! My Goodwill always has lots of different sized frying pans. Thanks for sharing!

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  2. Debra says

    April 9, 2017 at 8:56 am

    What a cute idea! Thanks for sharing it with us at Funtastic Friday 🙂

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  3. Claire says

    March 8, 2019 at 10:26 am

    Very cute, now I know what to do with my nonstick frying pan that is no longer nonstick.

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