From plain Jane to sweet succulent beauty this wooden desk tray has been reloved.
This solid wood desk tray is the perfect catchall for paper, mail, bills etc but looks drab. Lets give it new life. First step is to clean well. I like to mix
Dixie
Belle white lightning cleaner with water in a spray bottle. Spray wipe well and wipe again with clean damp cloth. This ensures the surface is very clean. Because it has a super smooth finish I used a
Dixie
Belle sanding sponge to lightly scuff sand all sides and rewipe with the clean damp cloth.
PRO TOP: wash your brush after applying a coat of paint to easily keep brush clean and use a dry brush to apply the next coat.
To create an even more unique one of a kind look I applied a sheet from the cacti and succulents
Dixie Belle
transfer tube. Remove the backing, set in desired location and using the included applicator rub in place.
This tray can be used in the entry way to corral keys, mail etc. or on the desk for paper and bill. It would be perfect in a bedroom to hold jewelry, watches and perfume. How about in the living room to store remotes? So many options for this beauty. You can find it on
my Etsy Store.
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Very pretty office tray upcycle!
ReplyDeleteThank you Marie, appreciate your kindness :)
DeleteSo pretty! I absolutely love that shade of green, and the flowers are gorgeous! Such a great makeover!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, I love this soft green so much :) and the flowers are so sweet too
DeleteGreat upcycle! I love the color you chose and the rub on transfer. It makes a lovely tray for the office of front door for mail.
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Thank you Rachelle, I agree. It would be the perfect place to toss keys, mail lipstick etc :)
DeleteThat is so pretty! The colors all go together so beautifully. I would never have thought to make over a tray like that, and it is such a great idea.
ReplyDeleteThank you Pam for such kind words, appreciated :)
DeleteLove this upcycle. It is so pretty. And all about spring. Thanks for sharing at #omhgww. See you next week. Pinned and tweeted if buttons are available.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the kind words, and for hosting :)
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