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Easy, DIY rustic wood tray from a picture frame

ByJennifer
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Hey there! It’s Angela from Number Fifty-Three and I am so excited to be here with this months contributor post.
Easy DIY rustic wood tray
The transformation of this vintage painting into a DIY rustic wood tray is just remarkable and was so easy to create.

A rustic wood tray graces the table, adorned with candles and a silver creamer filled with pink flowers, surrounded by decorative items. An upholstered chair sits elegantly in the background.

 

 Supplies: Vintage thrift store frame, paint in two complementary colors, stain, paint brushes, clean rags (for stain application), fine sandpaper, wax or poly, hobby board cut to size from the home improvement store, staple gun, felt pads.
Framed painting of two swans gracefully gliding on a pond adorned with lily pads and flowers, all set against a textured, rustic wood tray backdrop.

 

 

Start out by removing the picture from the frame if applicable. 
Paint your first color, let dry and then paint your second color.

A white wooden frame rests elegantly on a rustic wood tray, its surface peeling in shades of gray and beige.A large, empty gray picture frame leans against a weathered, striped wooden wall, resembling a rustic wood tray in its simplicity and charm.

When the paint is completely dry, distress and set aside.

A silver teapot adorned with pink flowers sits gracefully on a rustic wood tray, its lid open, accompanied by a small glass object nearby.

Next, at the home improvement store, have the pieces of wood cut to size so they fit perfectly in the frame. I chose a couple of different types of wood for interest.

A rustic wood tray sits atop a wooden surface with peeling paint, complemented by wooden planks and a sheet of brass.

An antique silver teapot with pink flowers sits on a rustic wood tray. A small decorative glass knob and a silver candlestick are nearby.
Stain the wood, and fit it into the frame.

Three weathered wooden boards laid on painted, distressed wooden slats evoke the charm of a rustic wood tray.

Each strip of wood could be glued together, but instead, I just used my staple gun to attach them to one another for stability. I also used the staple gun to attach them to the frame.

Four rustic wooden boards in varying shades are aligned vertically, forming a charming tray with staples connecting them.

A rustic wood tray frame with a dark finish beautifully complements the large pink flower in the corner, set against a light background.
To protect the tray, finish with either wax or poly.

Lastly, add on some felt pads to protect whichever surface you use the tray on.
I am loving the rustic feel of the tray paired with my more modern rug and pillows in my living room.

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  2. What a wonderful idea! I have a couple of really old and ugly pieces of art and have been wondering what I was going to do with them, or the frames! This is perfect! I have pinned this and will be sharing over at G+ and Facebook! Hugs! Chloe

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