Lots of projects that I have been starting and finishing up. It seems I don't have enough time to do everything that's been on my to-do list but one project that moved to the top was a small tray for my nightstand.
I needed a place to keep all my nightly necessities (lipstick, hair clips, etc.) neatly organized. Yes, I know I have a drawer but its full already.
I have been looking for the perfect tray, but all the ones I liked were either not cute or out of my price range. So before I shelled out the $$ for the expensive ones I decided to try and make my own...paper mache style.
Enter BIG mess.
First I cut up strips of scrap computer paper
Then I covered a plastic take out container with plastic wrap
Then I dipped the paper strips into a mixture of craft glue and water and layered them over the plastic wrap creating the beginning of my tray
Fast forward a few steps because I totally was wrapped up in the project and forgot to take pics
After about 4 layers of paper I let the tray dry completely. Then I added another 4 or so layers of the paper/glue mixture and let that dry.
Then I trimmed the edges of the tray so they were even all around.
Next, with a paint brush I painted layers of mod podge to try and even out all the paper lines that we showing and even out the corners that were not exactly perfect.
Next up a few coats of primer, picking colors for the inside and outside and then a final coat of lacquer spray paint and it should be done!
I'll have an update for you in a few days.
oh and a WARNING, this could turn out to be a total disaster of a project- I am posting prematurely so I don't yet know the end results.
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Wow, I admire those that can make something out of nothing....show us when it is all dry....I think it looks like porcelain.
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Wow! Love it so far. Now I'm itching to try it myself.
Glad you had some computer free days. I try and step away every weekend and not touch it at all. It's an amazing little vacation.
Of course I still check emails on my phone. Ah old habits die hard.
xo,
C
craaaafty lady. Will you please dress up as Martha for Halloween. When are you coming over to my house to drink wine? I have plenty to go around:)I forgot what you guys look like
Hope it turns out well! :)
A take out container?!? Brilliant......I can't wait to see it!!
As usual I'm impressed with your crafty-self! xx
Oh, you're so clever. No fair! Hope it turns out!
I know it's going to turn out perfect. Miss you!
impressive, I cant wait to see the result :)
cool! Interested to see the results! Have you seen the great catch-all trays on the furbish studio store site? so cute!
this is the EXACT reason why i need more then a 2 day weekend - i never have enough time to do 'creative' things ... booo to me
What a clever idea! I'm looking forward to seeing how it turns out for you. You could add a decoupage detail to this project too.
I am looking forward to seeing how it turns out!
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How funny! I was papier mache mad too! Covered a couple balloons with a ton of paper and flour/water paste but got impatient and put them in the oven when they had not dried completely overnight. Well, I can tell you NOT to do that. The balloon expanded and ripped my first couple layers. Oh well, back to the drafting board...I guess I should try your glue method. Can't wait to see what happens with your tray. I'll post my DIY this week..wish me luck!
I am so impressed! What a great idea for a DIY project. I can't wait to see the finished tray!
You are a crazy DIY-er. And I LOVE it!! Can't wait to see if, and how, this turns out.
Wow, this is intriguing, can't wait to see what you do next! And I totally get posting before a project is complete, I do it all the time, but figure that is the extra little pressure I need to ensure I see a project through!! Janell
You're daring! I'm very curious to see how this turns out. I don't think I've used papier mache since grade school art class!
So, did you turn the take-out tray upside down, and use it as a mold? I think you've started a new craze in paper mache!
So smart!! I want to try this.
Holy gorgeous!!
Seriously, that is SO creative and SO perfect! Well done. :)
i saw this over at little green notebook and had to comment. this is totally amazing! i will have to make it my next craft project!
Love, love, love this!
Really wish I had seen it before Christmas.
I love your color combo. Really classic and the colors that I have seen on older peices.
FYI, the texture, from the picture reminds me of some small mother-of-pearl dessert plates that I have had for years.
Really great job with good tips too!
xo Lisa
I love this! Very nicely finished. When I think of paper mache, I think kid project, not classy tray. Thanks for sharing. I added it to my blog's to do list!
I just found this through Little Green Notebook. I immediately began paper mache-ing. I can't wait for it to dry!
This is SO gorgeous! I'm waiting for my first 4 layers to dry as we speak. I found some great tips on the net- one being that if you use newspaper (a softer, more malleable paper) and tear it rather than cut it, it blends a lot more smoothly and you may not have need for the modge podge. Am very inspired and planning to make several for gifts. Thanks for the inspiration!
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