How to repurpose an ugly old crib into a stylish chalkboard easel

It's rare I'm able to look at a found object and think "Hmmm, boy would this dingy, old scratched up table make the MOST fabulous little doll house." And although I'm not creative in that way I do appreciate those geniuses out there who are. Katie of Notes From a Very Red Kitchen is one of these said geniuses.

Check out her DIY for repurposing an old crib into a large chalkboard easel. I really love how the walls of the crib make the best chalkboards. In fact they are so large and low that it'll be easy for mini artists to sit, stand, kneel all while scribbling away. The tutorial contains step by step directions, pictures and some tips...Who knew there was such thing as liquid sandpaper? Face it, your baby's crib has probably been recalled by now so there's no real sense in saving that deathtrap for baby #2. Instead transform it into a fancy and functional piece for your little one's big kid room.

(via One Pretty Thing)