Make Chalkboard Paint–Chalkboard Rocks!

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Make Chalkboard Paint–Chalkboard Rocks!

I went to purchase chalkboard paint at my local hobby store and realized that its really expensive. So, I went online and found a cheaper homemade alternative! I recently made this homemade chalk paint and it worked wonderfully. Plus, you can use this paint on smooth rocks for fun holiday centerpieces. Want to make this DIY project as well? If so, here are the supplies you’ll need:

  • Paint (any paint works)
  • Non-Sanded Tile Grout
  • foam brush

For more directions on making this craft, be sure to visit the Idea Room Webpage for more details. Have you made a similar craft before? If so, let us know how yours turned out in the comments below.

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Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe!

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Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites Recipe!

Going to pretzel vendors can be pricey. I recently paid around $5 for a medium pretzel, which was too expensive for my budget. So, I recently found this Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites recipe and decided to give it a try. Long story short, I loved them. From now on, I’ll make pretzels at home. If you’d like to try this yummy recipe too, be sure to have the following ingredients ready:

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 3 ounces unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 4 1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
  • Vegetable oil
  • 3 quarts water
  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 1 whole egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon cold water
  • Coarse sea salt

For the cheese sauce:

  • ½ Tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ½ Tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup milk
  • 8 ounces Cheddar cheese, grated

For more directions on making this yummy treat, be sure to visit the Two Peas & Their Pod Webpage for further details. Let us know what you thought of this recipe in the comments below.

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