Families are busy and sometimes it can be hard to keep track of everything and everyone. Get organized with a family message centre for the kitchen. Both stylish and multi-functional, use the message board to posts notes to other family members, hang keys, keep track of “to-do” lists, create grocery lists, and so much more.

WHAT YOU NEED

• 5/8 of MDF measuring 32” x 48”
• Sheet-metal measuring 32” x 32”
• Contact cement
• Black board paint
• Kitchen cabinet knobs

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Paint the 32” x 48” MDF board with 4 coats of black board paint (you can find black board paint at most hardware stores).
2. Glue the 32” x 32” sheet metal using contact cement to the painted black board. Be sure to position the sheet metal in the centre of the board leaving 8” at the top and bottom.
3. Along the bottom of the black board, attach five knobs of your choice in a row. Use the knobs for hanging keys.
4. Use the metal part of the board for magnets and the rest as a chalkboard – great family message centre!

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