Homemade chalk paint

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How do you make homemade chalk paint? It is so expensive.

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Jenny @ Refresh Living on Apr 21, 2015
I tested out two different "recipes" and I found one that I love. Here's the link to my Hometalk post with the information - good luck! http://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/the-best-diy-chalk-paint-recipe-7402268

The Best DIY Chalk Paint Recipe

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Shari on Apr 21, 2015
Check out this post where a blogger tested and rated 4 different recipes: http://salvagedinspirations.com/best-homemade-chalk-paint-recipes/

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Debbie on Apr 21, 2015
I use Annie Sloan. I tried to make my own but AS was so much better.

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Cathy on Apr 21, 2015
Thank you all for your replies, very helpful.

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