I wrote this post several months ago on a cloudy day, so I apologize for the poor picture quality. I am still excited to share this fun and easy project with you though!
Last summer I scored two of these wooden trays at a yard sale for $3 each. I revamped one of them last year, but ended up giving it to a friend. I still had one left, so I decided to give it a little makeover!
Here is the before picture:
First, I painted the sides of my tray. I knew that I wanted to decoupage either book pages or sheet music on the inside of my tray, so I didn't worry about painting that part.
Once my paint was almost dry {because I am too impatient to wait until it is fully dry} I decoupaged some aged sheet music to the inside of the tray. After that, I let the whole thing dry really well.
Then I distressed the edges with 120 grit sandpaper by hand.
I love how it turned out. I think it is the perfect neutral backdrop for everyday and seasonal decor. It didn't take very long to complete either. It only took about an hour or so.
I hope you are having a wonderful week!
Here are a few other fun posts, in case you missed them:
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Olivia
I love this! Very unique 🙂 I never seem to find anything good when I go to yard sales. Maybe I just don't have an eye for it. Idk. Either way though, great idea and I love how it turned out !
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Marie Blackburn
Love your tray Kristen! Old sheet music just makes any project that much prettier, I think.
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Melodee
beautiful! love how this turned out:)
Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking
When I am too impatient to wait for paint to dry, I use my hair dryer. It works well!
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions
Very pretty makeover, Kristen! What a great size tray, too. It is a perfect centerpiece for your table.