$3 DIY: Decorative Tray

photo-6Okay, if I’m being honest (and I always want to be honest), this is really a $2.50 DIY. But how eye-catching would a “$2.50 DIY” title be? Not very eye-catching, in my opinion.

I am loving this DIY. It’s even more simple than my first or second DIYs. I will share once again that I am not very crafty, but I do enjoy a very simple (and I’m talking very simple), inexpensive DIY. That’s what I have for you today!

Where did I shop and what did I get?

For this DIY I stopped at my favorite store for DIYs, the Dollar Tree!! I picked up an 8×10 black frame.

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Then I picked up a place mat for $1.50 from the Christmas Tree Shop. I love the colors and texture!

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What did I do?

I took out the innards of the frame. Cut the mat to fit and placed it inside the frame. Then I replaced the frame’s backing. Voila! It’s so simple, so cute and functional. I am using this tray on my nightstand. What do you think?

 

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I did buy an additional frame and place mat just so you could see how different each tray can be. I styled this one in a variety of ways.

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It might be fun to find a mat, wrapping paper, or burlap and create a festive theme for this season. The options are endless, and I like the fact that I can swap out the mat whenever I like. I also like the fact that this DIY cost me just $3 (or $2.50)!

What about you? Have you created any fun DIYs recently?

Until next time,

Charissa

Charissa
Welcome! I am so glad you are here! I'm Charissa, the Not So Busy Mom, wife and mother of 3. Join me as we pursue a full life without the busy.

Author: Charissa

Welcome! I am so glad you are here! I'm Charissa, the Not So Busy Mom, wife and mother of 3. Join me as we pursue a full life without the busy.

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