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Upcycled Tiered Tray

Decorate your home with this beautifully crafted tiered tray! Easily build this tray with upcycled parts, then fill with smaller projects that will add character and charm to your seasonal decor.

This project features these great brands:

  • FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Logo

At a Glance:

Project #16878 Skill Level: Beginner
supplies

Plaid Supplies

FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - White Adirondack, 8 oz. - 34150

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
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FolkArt Home Decor Chalk - Castle, 8 oz. - 34168

Number Needed: 1 $9.99
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FolkArt ® Brush Sets - Soft Grip - Wash Brush Set - 50603E

Number Needed: 1 $5.99
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Other Supplies

  • 2 old metal trays
  • 2 old wooden candle sticks
  • Large wooden doll head
  • Four small wooden doll head
  • Large nail or screw
  • Scrap block of wood
  • E6000 glue
  • 2 - 2 1/2" flathead drywall screws
  • Drill and drill bits
  • Hammer
  • Screwdriver

instructions

  1. Find the center of each trays.  Place tray on the wooden block and hammer the large nail through the center to make a hole.  Repeat with the other tray.
  2. Glue the large wooden doll head to one of the candlesticks. 
  3. Glue the four smaller doll heads to the bottom of the larger tray for legs.
  4. Paint all the pieces White Adirondack.  Allow to dry.
  5. Drill a pilot hole in the bottom and the top of the candlestick without the ball on top.  Place the hole in the bottom of the candlestick on top of the hole in the bottom of the bottom tray and screw it together.
  6. Line the top trays hole up with the hole in the top of the candlestick.  Screw the top tray into the top of the bottom candlestick.
  7. Glue the other candlestick in the middle of the top tray.
  8. Dry brush Castle all over the trays and candlestick to add a vintage look.

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Related FAQs

Yes, FolkArt Home Decor Chalk mixes easily to create any color you desire. Begin by mixing a small amount of the darker color into the lighter color first. Continue adding the darker color a little at a time until the desired color or value is achieved.

No, FolkArt Home Decor Texture Chalk is for indoor use only.

Yes, it is highly recommended that you seal your project to ensure maximum protection.
Use Wax to achieve a soft, smooth finish with your choice of Clear, Antique or White. Wax should be applied every 6-12 months or as needed for high traffic surfaces. It is for indoor use only. An alternative to Wax is Matte Varnish. Use this on heavily used furniture. It can be used for indoor or outdoor projects.
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