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Dollar Store Tray Makeover

A couple of weeks ago I picked up two clear plastic trays from the Dollar Store.
I had two ideas to make them a unique home decor item and both involved fabric scraps. The first one I decided to cover in burlap that I had left over from Christmas.
With a little Mod Podge and a few clothespins, I had a burlap covered tray. I thought it need a little something, so added a simple flower stencil.
Then I stenciled with black paint and it was done.
Now I placed it on my nightstand to keep everything I need close by and organized.
The second tray I covered in a nice green Fleur de Lis pattern.
And placed it on my dresser to keep my Jewelry,rings and nailpolish all in one place. They are super easy to create with just a little piece of fabric, Mod Podge and a few days to let them dry and the results are a custom tray to match your decor! Enjoy!

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Comments

  1. CREATIVE KHADIJAFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    so cute..very nice

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  2. KirbyFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Very Cute!

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  3. Jamie @ DIY Home Sweet HomeFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    What a cute idea. I love burlap. I'm your newest follower. I would love it if you linked your project up to my link party.
    More The Merrier Monday.

    http://diyhshp.blogspot.com

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  4. UnknownFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Oh! These are great - I love both of these ideas. Thanks for sharing!

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  5. bevMarch 1, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    Great idea...they are really lovely, especially the burlap one.

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  6. LeslieMarch 1, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    That's a great redo... Thank you for the tip!
    Leslie
    Your Newest Follower
    Tranquil Acres of Alexandria

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  7. eileen hullMarch 1, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Great idea- I just bought a set of the glasses you had on your night table tray at the TS. Love the project!

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  8. SybillineMarch 1, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Great projects!

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  9. the cape on the cornerMarch 1, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    what great changes! love them!

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  10. Rebecca @ My Girlish WhimsMarch 1, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    This is really cute! Love that stencil design

    PS- I'm doing my first every giveaway on my blog and I'd love for you to stop by and enter! Check it out: http://mygirlishwhims.blogspot.com/2011/02/my-first-giveaway-and-introducing-your.html

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  11. KatieMarch 2, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Great job! Please stop by SewWoodsy.blogspot.com and link your dollar store tray makeover!

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  12. kateMarch 3, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    great idea! it doesn't even look like you got it at the dollar store!

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  13. Heavenly SavingsMarch 4, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Love this! Very creative! I’m a new follower Happy Friday!! I would love for you to stop and take a look at my blog as well! Thanks!
    http://heavenlysavings.blogspot.com

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  14. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 5, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Wow~ how darling!! Very creative of you! Thank you for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  15. UnknownMarch 7, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    Such a nifty & creative idea! I would like to invite you to share your idea by linking to my blog bash K.I.S.S. :)

    Drop by The Tattered Tag

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  16. UnknownMarch 12, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    Thank you for sharing your great project by linking up to my blog bash K.I.S.S. @ The Tattered Tag. Please remember tomorrow is another fun blog bash, so drop by and link up more of your creativity! :)

    Drop by The Tattered Tag

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