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DIY Dollar Tree Floral Painted Tray

Hey everyone! Today, I want to show you how to transform a small Dollar Tree tray by adding painted floral art to give it a fresh new look. This DIY tutorial uses affordable supplies from Dollar Tree and is perfect for adding a personalized touch to your home decor.

Wooden tray with floral paint design

DIY Floral Painted Tray Video Tutorial


Materials
One small wooden tray - 5x7 inches
Paintbrush
Acrylic paint
Mod Podge

Applying paint to the tray


Start by painting the main section of your tray Then, use a second paint color to cover the front and sides of the tray. For my tray, I used both white and light blue.


Creating your flower vase

Creating the flower vase was quite simple. I used a smaller paintbrush to create two lines opposite each other. After making the lines, I filled the middle section between them with paint.

Creating your flowers

I chose shades of purple, pink, blue, and yellow for my flowers. I created both smaller and medium-sized flowers using my smaller paintbrush.


I created leaves using a mixture of lighter green and blue paint.


Continue painting your flowers until the vase is filled.
After painting, let the paint dry completely. A layer of Mod Podge should be applied to the design.

Painted tray with flowers

The tray design is complete. I am thrilled with how I transformed a mini tray I purchased from Dollar Tree a few months ago. The transformation was quick and simple. 
This tray can be added to any decor and displayed at a tea party. You can even add pegs to the bottom of the tray to create a mini tray riser, that holds a soap bottle, lotion, or other items.


If you enjoyed this craft you may also enjoy a floral Painted Jewelry Dish using a Plant Saucer

Thank you for visiting and creating with me!

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  1. This is fantastic Stephanie! I have a soft spot for wooden trays. Got my daughter to paint it white, but didn't add any more to it. This looks like a fab idea! Thank you for sharing!

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    1. Maya, you are so kind. Maybe your daughter can add to her tray soon. I wasn't sure at first what I wanted to add to it, but decided to paint on a few flowers. I'm not much for a painter, but gave it a go anyway. :) Thank you for visiting. I appreciate it very much.

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  2. This is a wonderful idea. The first thing I thought of for this would be for my bed side table. A tray to place my rings I take off at night along with my glasses. The tray would be a place holder of sorts. I really like this idea. Thank you for making the suggestion!
    Take care and best wishes.

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    1. Debra, aw you're very welcome. Yes, that would be a great way to use this tray. Thank you for visiting.

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  3. Oh my goodness, how cute is this?

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  4. What a pretty piece and it's such a good idea to give something a new look. Great work!

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  5. This would be a sweet gift for my MIL from my preschooler son. I love the idea!

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    1. I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed this craft idea. I think it would also make a great gift.

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  6. This is beautiful Stephanie. I love the flowers that you've painted, they are so pretty and colourful. 😊

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  7. This is real pretty and you make it look so easy to do. I love your little flowers, they really transform the tray, I'd be happy with a tray like this.

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  8. Steph, this is lovely! And, you did a great job painting your flowers freehand. Awesome Sauce!
    Thanks' so much for sharing this with Sweet Tea & Friend's this month.

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    1. Paula, you're always so kind. I appreciate it so much. Honestly, you're just so awesome! Thanks so much for the visit. 😊

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  9. Lovely as always Stephanie. Featuring when my link party opens.

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