As a writer, city dweller, and general nerd, I love the idea of functional walls. My favorite functional wall is a bookshelf, but running a close second are walls that function as writing surfaces.
If you read design blogs, you’ve already seen the Pixelnotes wallpaper (right). Created by Sirkka Hammer & Duncan Wilson, Pixelnotes is:
“A wallpaper consisting of four layers of varying grey tones on a bright primary backing. Each layer is perforated in a grid format and backed with a tacky adhesive similar to ‘post-it’ notes.”
As you use the post-its, a pixelated pattern emerges on the wall. Needless to say, I loved the design immediately; unfortunately, it’s only a conceptual creation at this point, and not available for purchase.
So I was delighted when, thumbing through this month’s Martha Stewart Living, I found this DIY chalkboard calendar (below). I was struck by the visual & functional similarity to the Pixelnotes paper. In fact, I like the chalkboard even better, since it can be reused. You can also vary the placement, size of individual squares, & colors for something more artistic or abstract.
All you need is some black chalkboard paint, homemade white chalkboard paint, tape, and a brush. The full how-to explanation is available on MSL’s website, and also in the January issue of MSL (pages 130-134).
What a clever idea. leave it to Martha. Really enjoy your blog and have linked on kstyle.k
Last september I completely refurbished my kitchen.
Wallls down and everything.
A had a problem though: as I live at an old apartment building, I found a wall I couldn’t put down – it is filled with drainning pipes. I couldn’t tile it either, cause chances are, if any problem might happen, I have to take them off.
So… the solution I found was to make a black chalkboard of it.
[http://www.flickr.com/photos/soralacerda/271461974/in/set-72157594299722005/]
As I’m into dinner parties, I don’t have to say that it is the fun point of them, do I?
And it’s not just for the kids. My friends love it too – even the shy ones!
Loved the idea of a mozaic made of post-it. My studio is going to have one!!
Just wait to see!
P.S.: This is my first time here. Loved the blog!
K: Thanks! Left a comment on your blog.
Sora: I really like your wall! I liked your blog too, although my portuguese is terrible. Thanks for sharing the pic!