Like most design addicts, I’m always thinking of ways to spruce up my space. Whether it’s my dorm, my room at home, or my off-campus apartment next year, I’m constantly brainstorming ways I can make my space unique, yet affordable.
Memo boards are a great start to making your college space unique and functional. Here’s how to turn any plain brown square into a statement piece of your own.
DIY Memo Board-
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Purchase a corkboard from a local big box store. I found mine at Big Lots for $6, but you could easily go to Target, K-Mart, etc.
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Plan your design. Do you want to paint the frame and the cork? Will they be the same color? Do you want to add a design in the center? Let your imagination go wild!
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Purchase paint. For this you can use acrylic paints or spray paint. I used acrylic paint so I had more control of my design.
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Sand the frame around your corkboard. Doing this creates a surface where the paint will stick easily.
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Paint your corkboard. Depending on what colors you use, it may take more than one coat. Let the first coat dry, and then apply a second.
And you’re done! A simple, yet cute project to decorate your dorm/apartment on a budget.
For a super customized touch, try these:
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Add a design! Just wait for the paint to dry, and get creative.
Add a monogram decal for that personalized touch. You can hand paint one, or purchase them on www.etsy.com for around $3-$7.