UPDATE:  TODAY September 10, 2015 I will be back on ABC's THE CHEW talking about Chore Charts!



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We have 3 beautiful sons who are excellent at making messes!  My search for a chore chart began when I realized that they needed to do their chores DAILY without me having to remind them.  With this chart I can assign chores in the morning before they're up.  This way we never have to speak about it.  They already know the rule:  All chores must be complete before 5pm!



I made this simple chore chart (and blogged about it) about a year ago.  Recently I made a few for friends.  When the first chart was made I didn't think to take pictures.  This time I did.  Here we go: Chore Chart 101 - AGAIN!

Chore Chart
makes 1
Cost - about $10

For the project you will need:

1- non stick cookie sheet
tacky glue or mod podge
mini wood sticks
4 - large strong square magnets
12- small magnets
fabric scraps or scrap book paper  or construction paper
sponge paint brush
pencil
Markers
scissors
hot glue gun (optional)

Magnets, cookie sheet, glue, paper

Little Sticks for Chores

This project is so easy that I could probably just post the pictures and you'll figure it out.

Remove and label or stickers from the cookie sheet

Cut Fabric or paper to fit the cookie sheet

Trace around the pan

Cut the paper (or fabric) to size

Trim where necessary

If you're using 2 colors, use your first color as a guide

Dry fit the paper (or fabric)

Make sure everything fits well

Adjust as necessary

You can add names now or later when its dry

Generously glue the cookie sheet

Press the paper (or fabric) in place

Add a layer of glue on top of the paper

Glue the entire front - Dry overnight!

Assemble your chore sticks

Glue 1 small magnet to each stick

Attach large magnets to the back of the pan

Just like this!

Label chores, and you're all done!

PRO TIPS:
I have made this project A LOT!  Which means I have messed up A LOT!  Here are a few of my favorite tips:

* Try decorative tape for a creative flair!

This tape is available in all colors and designs

* I prefer fabric to paper.  It lays flatter and puckers less.

* If you find that your paper has puckered or you've made other mistakes, don't panic!

Wrinkles/Puckers in the green paper

Wait for the project to dry completely.  Use a sharp knife and cut around the edges of the paper.  The entire sheet will lift out smoothly and cleanly.

Use a sharp knife to cut around the edge of the paper

Peels right off!

Old sheet comes off easily

Now you're ready to start over

SUPER PRO TIP

Easier Chore Chart

If you love the idea of a chore chart, but you're just not great with the creative bit, don't panic.  Here's a quick and easy chore chart alternative.

Paint a magnetic surface with chalk board paint.  In my house the door that leads to the basement/garage is metal.  I painted the door with chalk board paint and made a quickie chore chart. 

Chalkboard paint is easy to find at any hardware or craft store.

Make the chore magnets as described above.

Kitchen Door Chore Chart

Done!

Watch me on The Chew HERE!


For more CRAFTY tips click HERE!


As a Bonus, here are a few shots from backstage at The Chew