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One of the best parts of having my boys home with me two days a week is the opportunity to get crafty with my kids. Working from home is hard with two under 6 in the house, and I try my best not to fill their time with too much TV or tablet time. So if I get a chance to get them into some arts and crafts, so much the better!
Recently, we pulled out some bright, bold chalk markers for an afternoon of color and chaos (the good kind). They’ve quickly become one of my favorite versatile craft supplies!
If you’ve never used chalk markers before, they’re like the vibrant, smudge-free cousin of traditional chalk. They work best on non-porous surfaces; think chalkboards, whiteboards, mirrors, and windows – so cleanup is a breeze.
Here are a few fun ways we’ve been putting ours to use.
I was sent two sets of ChalkOla chalk markers and one set of their fun chalkboard labels.
I did receive these products free for the purposes of my review, but all opinions remain my own.
1. Window Art That Doubles as a Surprise
Want to make your kid’s day? Tell them they can draw on the house.
Ok, so first off, these markers are BRIGHT. J and I used his brother’s nap time for a little creativity, and tried out the 15mm chalk markers on the kitchen window to make “welcome home” art for Dad. The colors practically glowed against the glass, and we wiped it clean in seconds after.
Pro tip: try holiday or seasonal designs and switch them up throughout the year.
2. Sneaky Learning Activities
My older son is still working on his letters, so we used the finer tip markers to write names and simple words on the window. The 6mm markers were perfect for writing with. It turned handwriting practice into a game, and it worked.
I could see where these would be awesome for teachers to use in class on a whiteboard. Kids would love to spell in these fun colors! Same goes for moms like me, who just like to see our kids continuing their education at home.
3. Chalkboard Decor That Actually Pops
Eventually J tired of the window doodles, but I had this $3 chalkboard from Target lying around, so he moved to a new canvas. The neon colors make everything stand out, from a simple “Happy Birthday” to a full holiday doodle display.
Luckily, these markers clean up easily with a wet wipe, or window cleaner. My little artist proudly displays his masterpiece below. I’m told that this is a lake with fishies and seaweed. Sounds good to me!
4. Fun Little Everyday Messages
Don’t underestimate the power of a sweet note on the bathroom mirror. I left a quick “love you” in neon pink for my husband, and it got a smile (and an extra coffee refill for me).
Keep the romance alive, ladies!😉
You can do the same for kids before school, roommates, or even yourself for a little daily pep talk. 💕
BONUS FOR HOLIDAYS
One last craft was calling my name. With St. Patrick’s Day coming up, I’ve been all about my Irish-ness, and started pulling out my decos. A while back I had spray painted an ugly clearance canvas from Hobby Lobby with chalkboard paint for my front entryway. Perfect for mixing up the decoration with the season. These neon chalk markers made for a perfect expression of green!
If you like changing decor often without buying new stuff, chalk markers are your best friend. If you want to try them for yourself, you can find affordable chalk marker sets online or in most craft stores. They pair perfectly with small chalkboards, glass pantry jars, or even a framed piece of glass for a reusable “canvas.”
I will love these markers for creating fun chalkboard decor, though I will need to step up my game if I’m going to come up with stuff as pretty as what’s on the ChalkOla Instagram site:
What would you make first—window art, a holiday sign, or something totally unexpected?
