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Christmas, DIY | PROJECTS, Home Decor · October 30, 2020

Christmas Tray | DIY

I’m taking part in a fun challenge with some of my blogging friends to build a footed tray and style it for the holidays. We are all sharing our projects today and there are so many awesome ideas!

Christmas Tray

Winter snuck up on us in New Hampshire the other day. We had a little snow storm even before Halloween!!! All of a sudden, it’s time for the fuzzy sweaters, scarfs, and warming up with a big mug of hot cocoa.

It also got me thinking about how I want to decorate my coffee/ cocoa bar for the holidays this year. This was a perfect spot to use a footed tray.

Supplies

When I was picking up wood for another project, I saw this precut unfinished wood plaque and thought it would make an interesting top for my tray. It’s sturdy and a perfect size.

I found an unfinished wood pedestal at Michael’s to use for the base.

Building The Tray

I flipped over the tray and measured to find the center. Using wood glue I secured the pedestal to the top and let it dry overnight.

Then it was time to get painting. I went with a traditional Christmas green.
DIY footed tray
painting a tray green

The tray took two coats of the green paint to get a nice even finish.

Don’t worry…it’s not going to stay that bright!!

Green Footed Tray

Paint Glaze

Have you ever tried using a colored paint glaze on a project? It’s a cool technique that can totally transform the look of your piece…and it’s so simple to do!

I love this Valspar Clear Mixing Glaze and have used it on a few projects before. Here’s a dresser I refinished with a black glaze.

I’m making a black glaze so I also needed black acrylic paint.

paint glaze mix
To make the glaze I added a small amount of the black paint to the glaze, then stirred it well to combine it.
mixing a black paint glaze
Then I brushed the glaze over the entire tray, just like you were painting it.

It will dry darker and matte.

footed tray

Finished Tray

Now for the fun part…decorating it!!

All ready for some yummy cocoa…

hot cocoa station

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Hot cocoa, anyone???

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Thanks for stopping by, here are the other tray projects from my blogging friends that you have to check out!!

Blogger DIY Tray Challenge

  • How to Use Scandinavian Decor as Holiday Table Inspiration-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF CHARM
  • Wood Pedestal Tray For A Farmhouse Christmas– CHALKING UP SUCCESS
  • How To Make A Footed Tray– COTTAGE IN THE MITTEN
  • How To Create A Sentimental Footed Tray– FEET UNDER MY TABLE
  • Quick And Easy Way To Make A Footed Tray– FROM FARMHOUSE TO FLORIDA
  • DIY Unique Footed Tray For Holiday Decor And Entertaining– JDUB BY DESIGN
  • DIY Wood Footed Tray– MODERN ON MONTICELLO
  • How To Make A Tray The Super Easy Way– MRS. COLEMAN
  • How To Build A Rustic Footed Tray– MTB HOME LIVING
  • Easy To Make DIY Farmhouse Table Riser– THE PONDS FARMHOUSE
  • How To Make A Table Riser– SHOP AT BLU
  • How To Use Scrap Wood To Create A Pedestal Tray– SONYA BURGESS
  • DIY Decorative Tray– SYDNEY & CO.
  • How To Make An Easy Footed Tray– Faith And Farmhouse

Posted In: Christmas, DIY | PROJECTS, Home Decor · Tagged: christmas decor, christmas decorations, diy decor, Footed tray

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Comments

  1. Kim | Shiplap and Shells says

    November 16, 2020 at 12:37 pm

    I just love this! Thank you for the inspiration! Pinned!

    Reply
  2. Cindy says

    November 13, 2020 at 3:43 pm

    Jennifer, your footed tray turned out so cute! I love how you set up your cocoa bar, I’ll be over soon for hot cocoa and a chat 😉❤

    Reply
  3. Kristin says

    November 11, 2020 at 12:07 am

    I’m in love with this! It’s so pretty! Thanks for sharing the inspiration at Charming Homes & Gardens!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 11, 2020 at 4:36 am

      Thanks Kristin, that’s so sweet!!

      Reply
  4. Amber says

    November 8, 2020 at 10:53 pm

    So cute!!!!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 10, 2020 at 6:19 am

      Thank you so much, Amber!!!!

      Reply
  5. Cheryl says

    November 7, 2020 at 10:47 pm

    I love it! Love the color and how you decorated it!

    Reply
  6. Carol@BlueskyatHome says

    November 7, 2020 at 5:51 pm

    Great project, Jennifer. I love any repurposing DIY project. Will look wonderful throughout the holidays. Thanks for hsaring at Tuesday Turn About Link Party.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 10, 2020 at 6:20 am

      Oh, Thank you Carol!! I’m a sucker for repurposing too!!!

      Reply
  7. Leslie Watkins says

    November 5, 2020 at 9:42 am

    You had me at wood glue! That’s my kind of project! And I love your styling of this so much…you’ve inspired me to make one like this…Great job, friend!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 5, 2020 at 7:07 pm

      Awww, thank you Leslie! Yes…wood glue for the win…no power tools needed!!

      Reply
  8. Allison O'Dell says

    November 4, 2020 at 7:04 pm

    Using the plaque is BRILLIANT! Also, I’ve never used this method to glaze before but will definitely try it. You styled it so cute. I might set up a coffee bar just like you did because you made it look so adorable! Love it!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 5, 2020 at 7:10 pm

      Colored glazes are such an easy way to change the look of a project. Thanks for putting this challenge together; it’s been so fun checking out everyone’s work.

      Reply
  9. Sonya says

    November 4, 2020 at 1:59 pm

    That green is so pretty and love how you used it in your coffee station. It has been fun being part of the challenge with you.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 5, 2020 at 7:11 pm

      Aww, thanks Sonya! It was so fun seeing how different everyone’s projects are!

      Reply
  10. Donna @ Modern on Monticello says

    November 4, 2020 at 1:12 pm

    That Christmas green color is awesome and makes the tray just pop in the photos. Beautiful project.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 5, 2020 at 7:13 pm

      Thanks so much Donna!

      Reply
  11. Sharon Rexroad says

    November 4, 2020 at 9:15 am

    I wanna come and have hot chocolate with you! Great idea to make a pedestal instead of a four-footed tray.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 5, 2020 at 7:12 pm

      Anytime Sharon!!

      Reply
  12. Renee says

    November 3, 2020 at 7:34 pm

    This is so neat. I love the pedestal idea!!!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 5, 2020 at 7:14 pm

      Thanks Renee!!

      Reply
  13. Kim Waldorf says

    November 3, 2020 at 6:30 pm

    I color of your tray is spectacular! I love all things green and red at Christmas. I really like that you used a pedestal instead of four feet. Such a great idea! Great job. 🙂

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 3, 2020 at 7:10 pm

      After I made this I decided to go red and green in my kitchen for Christmas this year! Thanks so much Kim!!

      Reply
  14. Sue at Blu says

    November 3, 2020 at 3:39 pm

    Jennifer I absolutlely love the shape of your wood! What a great idea for folks who don’t have tools or time to start from scratch. And that green is just wonderful! I’m going to have to find a project for that rich vibrant color. Beautiful end product! What a fun challenge!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 3, 2020 at 7:12 pm

      Thanks! The wood top caught my eye when I was shopping for another project and I thought it would be a cool top for a tray.

      Reply
  15. Linda says

    November 3, 2020 at 9:34 am

    I love your tray and the shape of it is so pretty! It is the perfect addition to your cocoa bar. That area is so so pretty!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 3, 2020 at 7:12 pm

      Thanks so much Linda!!

      Reply
  16. Kimberly Snyder says

    November 3, 2020 at 8:57 am

    Oh my goodness! Your tray is ADORABLE! I love it!!!!! Thanks for sharing your talents with us!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 3, 2020 at 7:13 pm

      Thanks Kimberly!! It’s so much fun to go check everyone’s projects out; I hope we all do another challenge together!!

      Reply
  17. Jayne says

    November 3, 2020 at 8:13 am

    Love the colours and your styling! Now I want to come for hot chocolate at yours! 🙂

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 3, 2020 at 8:19 am

      Anytime Jayne…I’ll keep it warm for you,friend!

      Reply
  18. Jennifer Williams says

    November 3, 2020 at 7:58 am

    Beautifully done and I love how you styled your tray. Great idea on the pedestal.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      November 3, 2020 at 8:18 am

      Thanks Jennifer!!! I love yours too!

      Reply

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