This fun Photo Tray project is a perfect way to add some homemade decor.
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. The full supply list is below and this is a project for adults and teens.
I started my 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! I used a drill that helped attach the hardware to 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.
Don't' forget to pin this...
Repurposed Photo Frame Tray Supply List
- Photo Frame. I recommend at least 11"x 14" for a decent-sized tray, but you can make a smaller one with an 8" x 10".
- Paint
- Decorative paper
- Decorative handles (2)
- Screws
- Drill - I recommend this one.
- Nail
- Hammer
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Tamara
That's so smart! I remember registering for a breakfast try for our wedding and no one gave it to us. The nerve!
Raquel
It was so easy and now you can make your own! 🙂
LaTanya
I would add some shelves to our walls.
Raquel
Great idea! This drill would make it so much easier too!
Raquel
Nice LaTanya!
Erin Ellis
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
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Raquel
Yes to lettuce for sure Erin!
Brenda Haines
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
Both great answers Brenda!
Lisa Brown
I want to tackle building shelves in a few of the closets and some floating shelves in the garage for storage.
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Raquel
Great ideas Lisa!
Evie B.
I would add extra shelving to my kids' bedrooms for books and smaller toys.
David
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
LOVE that idea David!
Pauline Molinari
I love this idea – so cute and crafty! Thanks for sharing your crafty inspiration on this week's Monday Funday Party!
Raquel
Thanks Pauline! I'm glad you liked it!
Marybeth
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
Ha I know what you mean about having your own set Marybeth!
Laurajj
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
A container garden would be wonderful! Love it!
Kathy Ricci
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
Good point about the overcooking Kathy!
Shirley Wood
This is a project on my to-do list. Thanks for sharing with us at Merry Monday.
Raquel
Thank you Shirley! Love Merry Mondays!
Liz Jo
Great upcycle!
liz @ j for joiner
Thanks for linking up with Welcome Home Wednesdays! Live every Wednesday at 7AM CT.
Raquel
Congratulations to MaryBeth! You won! Thank you all for entering!