Now that the weather is getting warmer, I wanted to lighten up my home with some cute summer decor. It did not feel like summer was coming in my home and wanted to spruce up the mood.
I was inspired by Pinterest and decided to turn a picture frame into a tray, not just any tray, but a cute, decorative one. I have to say that I was also inspired when I partnered with Black and Decker sent me a 20V MAX Lithium Drill/Driver play with use on a project.
I loved how lightweight and compact the drill is and the fact that it saved me time in my project! Not to mention some energy, there is no comparing trying to use a screwdriver to the power and ease using a power drill. It was so easy! Let me show you what I did to turn a photo frame into a serving tray. Be sure to read through and read about the giveaway from BLACK + DECKER.
I started fun DIY project with an unfinished picture frame. You can also use a finished frame.
Next, I put in some cute colorful scrapbook paper cut to size.
I love paper crafting and used to scrapbook so I have a little supply one hand. I chose some cute polka dots for summer.
Next I painted it with some acrylic paint. I chose white, because, summer is coming!
I only did one coat because I kind of like the shabby chic washed wood look.
Then I added these two handles that I picked up at my local hardware store.
I made a mark on the frame to make a hole with a nail where the screws would go in. This is important to ensure that the holes will line up with the handle openings. (I am sure there is a technical term for this but I think you know what I mean).
Now for the fun part! This BLACK + DECKER Drill put the screws into the wood in SECONDS!
It was so simple to drill the screws to secure the handles.
Next thing you know, I had an adorable, decorative tray!
What a fun and quick way to repurpose a picture frame!
I just love looking at it and it really does make my home feel more like summer. I would highly recommend this drill for your DIY projects. If I can use it easily – nearly anyone can.
Repurposed Photo Frame Supply List
Photo Frame
Paint
Decorative paper
Decorative handles (2)
Screws
Drill – I recommend this one.
Nail
Hammer
Watch BLACK+DECKER’s video highlighting the new drill launch
Here is the best part! BLACK+DECKER is providing an Organized Island reader a chance to win their own drill and a 20V MAX* circular saw through a giveaway! Isn’t that cool? Giveaway open to US residents 18 and over. Giveaway ends at midnight on June 30, 2016. To enter leave me a comment and tell me what do you think makes a burger awesome?
To enter: Check out the drill and leave a comment telling me what you would make if you won the drill AND saw!
Tamara says
That’s so smart! I remember registering for a breakfast try for our wedding and no one gave it to us. The nerve!
Raquel says
It was so easy and now you can make your own! 🙂
LaTanya says
I would add some shelves to our walls.
Raquel says
Great idea! This drill would make it so much easier too!
Raquel says
Nice LaTanya!
Erin Ellis says
To me lettuce and tomato makes a burger awesome. It’s just not a burger without them. LOL
Thank you for the wonderful giveaway.
Erin
ErinLoves2Run at gmail dot com
Raquel says
Yes to lettuce for sure Erin!
Brenda Haines says
I would make my son some outdoor play tables. But if the burger question is still on the table, my answer is bacon.. The answer is always bacon!
Raquel says
Both great answers Brenda!
Lisa Brown says
I want to tackle building shelves in a few of the closets and some floating shelves in the garage for storage.
jslbrown2009 at aol dot com
Raquel says
Great ideas Lisa!
Evie B. says
I would add extra shelving to my kids’ bedrooms for books and smaller toys.
David says
I have always wanted to have some TV trays for those times when we eat dinner in the living room, so I would use these tools to make that. Ideally I would make folding tables, but my skill level may not be ready for that.
Raquel says
LOVE that idea David!
Pauline Molinari says
I love this idea – so cute and crafty! Thanks for sharing your crafty inspiration on this week’s Monday Funday Party!
Raquel says
Thanks Pauline! I’m glad you liked it!
Marybeth says
What a fun giveaway! All our tools end up in the barn, so it would be great to have my OWN set that lives in the house for some little DIY projects like this!
Raquel says
Ha I know what you mean about having your own set Marybeth!
Laurajj says
Oh your tray is so awesome! What a great idea!! I think the first thing I would make is a raised garden bed. I container garden, but would love to have a raised bed to give the vegetables more room to grow! On my burgers….I LOVE swiss cheese and mushrooms! Oh yum!
Raquel says
A container garden would be wonderful! Love it!
Kathy Ricci says
What makes a burger awesome? Red onion, cheese and pickles, and not be overcooked (a little bit of pink).
I would use the drill and saw to make benches for my outside table.
Raquel says
Good point about the overcooking Kathy!
Shirley Wood says
This is a project on my to-do list. Thanks for sharing with us at Merry Monday.
Raquel says
Thank you Shirley! Love Merry Mondays!
Liz Jo says
Great upcycle!
liz @ j for joiner
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Raquel says
Congratulations to MaryBeth! You won! Thank you all for entering!