Wednesday, May 9, 2007

Tray Transformation

I've grown quite tired of looking at this sponge-painted tray that sits next to my stove holding my utensil jug, salt/pepper, oil, and a few other condiments.
This past weekend I decided to give it a bit of a facelift.

I thought I'd paint it black, but I couldn't find any black paint.

One thing I do have plenty of is fabric. I decided I'd cover it with fabric and a few coats of Modge Podge.

It's quite easy to do. Just cut the fabric to the size needed. I folded under my top edge to give a neater appearance. The Modge Podge is really just a glue and it holds the fabric as well as becomes the protective coating. I just use gloves and my fingers to apply the modge podge. It's white when it goes on, but it dries clear. I gave it two coats.
Here's the finished tray.




I like it a lot better now.

9 comments:

  1. WOW! What a transformation! Really! I am sooo impressed and plan to try that myself.
    Thanks for sharing Zoey!

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  2. It really turned out gorgeous! I've mod podged a few trays, a plastic swan and many other things, it's fun and very easy!! xox

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  3. That looks really nice - and sounds like fun to do. Cool!

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  4. It turned out really nice. I love modge podge!!

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  5. Recycling is awesome! The tray looks great. I didn't know Mod Podge was waterproof as I only use it with paper. Good to know.

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  6. You are so creative..Im a bit jealous

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  7. That looks reallly nice Zoey! Isnt that modge podge great?

    tea
    xo

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  8. Wow, that came out great. I haven't tried to cover anything with cloth, but I might now.

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  9. Thanks, everyone.
    This was easy, easy, easy, so don't be afraid to give it a try.

    Amy, is this your first comment? If so, welcome and thank you for taking a moment to let me know you were here.

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