Out of nowhere in January, we were blessed with a day of spring temperatures (60s after single digit temps) here in Pittsburgh but unfortunately, April showers came along with it. It’s the kind of day perfect for sifting through the thrift-store junk stash and finally working on a project.
I grabbed the dirty serving tray from the bottom of the pile…{luckily that dark area was only dirt…not mold or a stain}
and gave it a good scrubbing with soap and water…
then headed to the basement to give it a coat of spray paint (Rustoleum Heirloom White)…
Then I browsed some favorite blogs and caught up on emails while the paint dried.
Next I used my FrogTape in the .94 in. width to tape off the inside border…
and to create a fun bold imperfect {herrinbone} pattern…
making sure to use my thumbnail along the edges of the tape to ensure the Paintblock barrier had a good seal…
I filled in the design using an acrylic craft (Folk Art Burnt Umber) paint and a sponge brush…
and immediately removed the FrogTape…
Once the acrylic craft paint was dry, I gave the entire tray a light even spray of clear coat and let it dry.
Now time to enjoy watching the rainstorm from inside. The sitting room is all ready for a spot of tea,
planning,
and daydreaming…
Do you have a thrift store/yardsale stash full of treasures just waiting for a little DIY attention?
See this herringbone pattern using FrogTape on an accent wall.
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*This is a sponsored post brought to you by FrogTape. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience. Results may vary.
Great Project. Love the drama of stripes , herringbone, chevron!
Your mug is sweet,
Deb
Great job! Love the trey.
Love your tray!! Looks great! xo Holly
Very cute. I have two wood trays like that one, but I bought mine new from Walmart real cheap. I already painted one white, but thinking I will add some herringbone stripes to mine too. Thank you for the idea. Oh my other one stained that I use by my front door for keys, catch all tray. I love the stripes though.
I have a thrift store tray laying around and have been trying to decide what to do with it! Decided now! I love yours! Great pattern choice! Thanks so much for sharing!
Jenna @ http://rainonatinroof.com
Wow. That looks so cute. I love your little coffee mug too! I’ve been training my eye to find scores like this at the thrift store. There are three right next to each other nearby so I hit them all each time I go. Almost always come home with something. Thanks for the inspiration!
I have a tray just like you. It’s been waiting and waiting. When I think about it during the weekend, I always think “why wasting weekend time on it? It’ll be quick, I’ll do it during the week”. Then, during the week I’m too busy with just work and housework… And here comes an other weekend, maybe I shoud let myself be inspired by you!
Your tray looks wonderful, Roeshel- I love the herringbone pattern on it. I have so much thrift store stuff waiting for inspiration, I try to bury my head in the sand and pretend the clutter isn’t everywhere. ~sigh~
Beautiful transformation Roeshel! I never would have thought to pick that up at the thrift store. Fabulous transformation!!
This turned out fantastic. I love a great find!
I love simple and affordable diy projects. This is on my list. I also like how the tray has the brown stripes like the chairs. Cute.
Perfect! Love it! 🙂
It looks gorgeous and incredible!! I love the pattern.
I love the tray and it looks beautiful with your striped chairs. (I do have a stash in the garage usually and it drives the hubby nuts 😉
That is too funny Roeshel! I was at a thrift store just today looking for a serving tray to makeover but didn’t have any luck. I’m going to keep my eye open even more after seeing your fabulous tray! 🙂
Vanessa
What a great way to spend a raining day! Very cute!
Love that!
~ Antonella @ The Comfortable Home
Trays are so fun and inexpensive to redo. I love yours!
Love this. It looks like the tray is stained and you painted it white.
Nice idea! I think I have a tray so that I could try it because I like stripes but first I have to paint it white. Thanks for the idea.
Gorgeous, Roeshel! Loving the herringbone – and it’s so simple with tape. Beautiful tray…. pour me a cup, k? *wink*
That is so cute. I have always wanted one like it. Good job.
It came out so cute – and I love the brown and white combo. Take care, Laura
Loved the tray but what I really loved were the chairs with the pillows marked his and hers!