Hello, hello!
I felt a little crafty this past weekend, so I started to look around the house for victims what could use a little sprucing up for Spring..
I found this not so good looking tray from Goodwill that had been laying around; it had faux porcelain tiles (a.k.a. stickers) and was a pecan shade of wood that I could do without.
I couldn’t figure out what to do to it, but I was feeling creative so I dug through my craft stash and found adorable paper garland by Dear Lizzy Wathat I got as part of my Snap swag. We’re in business now!
Also from my craft closet I used:
Silver spray paint
Mod Podge Dimensional Magic
Wide brush
Foam applicator
Washi Tape
Scissors
Thrift Store Tray Update with Washi Tape and Mod Podge
Check out how I updated this little tray:
Step 1: I sanded it all over with a fine grit paper, and added a coat of the spray paint {I used the primer and paint in one, so one coat was all it needed}.
Step 2: I cut out the paper garland in even strips and adhered it to the individual squares with Mod Podge using the foam applicator.
I let it sit for a few minutes to set.
Step 3: I sealed it with some Mod Podge Dimensional Magic -simply poured a little over the paper garland and spread it evenly with the wide brush.
The Mod Podge Dimensional Magic had to set for a couple of hours.
It added a little glittery sparkle..so pretty!
Step 4: Added a couple strips of blue chevron Washi tape in the center.
You can add some Mod Podge to the Washi tape to seal it in if you like. I’ve been known to change my mind so I decided not to!
I love the vibrant colors and overall festive look! Perfect for Mother’s Day breakfast in bed {just sayin’}! Also cute for a little girl’s room, a party, or even as wall art!
What have you used your craft stash to update lately?
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Amie @ Pinkapotamus says
This is awesome.. I love your pennant washi tape! Way a great way to upcycle your tray~
xoxo
Amie @ Pinkapotamus
Chelsea @ Making Home Base says
Love your tray Barbara. This would be a really cute Mother’s Day gift! Thanks so much for sharing!
Barbara @ Chase the Star says
Thanks Chelsea!
Crystal says
Love it!! It’s so cute and colorful!! Great idea!! Thanks so much :)
krystie says
Wow, your tray looks fab! It was so old looking before and you definitely freshened it up, nice job!