Monogram Tray

September 1st, 2009

I bought an unfinished tray at Ben Franklin on clearance a few months ago. It was 50% off then another 30% off, so I think I ended up paying about $2 for it. I went through my scrapbook paper and really liked this color and pattern, plus I had paint to match it already.

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First I painted the tray ( I didn’t like how bright the yellow was so I found some stain and went over the paint with it). I like the color much better now. Then I mod podged the scrapbook paper on. I had to use 2 sheets of paper because the tray was too long. I pieced the papers together so the pattern matched. It looks pretty seamless. I made the letter J out of brown vinyl on my Cricut and stuck it in the center of the tray.

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I sealed the whole tray with 3 coats of mod podge, inside and out. Ta-Da, the finished product and I only spent about $2. I did think about putting handles on it, but the tray curves out on the sides, so it’s already easy to handle and carry, plus I didn’t want to spend more money.

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I’m linking this post to Creative Cats Tuesday over at Poppies at Play. Jump over there and see what other creative things are being made out there that can inspire you. I’m also linking to Get Your Craft On at Today’s Creative Blog. Check out the fun ideas that are going on over there too. I’m adding a link to The DIY Show Off’s Show & Tell Surprise Party. I love surprise parties. Go over and check it out.

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9 Responses to “Monogram Tray”

Andy Porter on September 1, 2009 3:20 pm
C.U.T.E!! You can’t beat 2 bucks either!! I was just reading about you and you are a busy woman! 8 kids!! That’s awesome!! I’ll have to check back and find good tips on organizing from you. This year I am getting the “bug”.
Love your tray! Thanks for linking today!!
Marla on September 1, 2009 6:44 pm
I am so happy you posted this today. I just found a swet little wooden tray with handles today at Goodwill for pennies. I am going to refer to your post when I get around to actually doing it. Great inspiration Thank you
melissa on September 1, 2009 10:03 pm
Leeanne~LOVE the monogram on your tray and I also love that you have 8 kids!
Someday Crafts on September 2, 2009 2:09 pm
Great makeover. I’ve been in Ben Franklin once and loved it! Wish I had one closer to me!!!
Wendy on September 2, 2009 5:14 pm
That’s really cute!

Thanks for visiting! If you paint your table, I’d love to see it!
Fawnda on September 2, 2009 8:04 pm
Very cute! $2 buck is a great deal!
Britt @ A Penny Saved on September 9, 2009 7:17 am
That is too cute! I’m ready to place my order! Love it!
Sarah on September 10, 2009 10:03 pm
I love your tray. I would name it Function Meets Beauty! God’s blessings, Sarah
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