Blackboard sign

Chopping up an old tree? Turn it into a garden blackboard

ALL YOU NEED for this creative project is a few sawn wood offcuts and some blackboard paint. No need to use a primer, just apply the paint direct with a brush and allow to dry. Use the blackboard to write helpful reminders around the garden such as ‘Feed me please’ or ‘Deadhead me!’ Here, a paint pen was used to make permanent waterproof messages. Try Rust-oleum Black Matt Chalkboard paint £12 for 750ml from B&Q 0333 014 3357; www.diy.com