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Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Tray transformation

I have had an "African" theme in our living 
room for quite some time. 
Since I got married...and even before then,
 during my single days.
The reason is that I had brought things back from when I did some mission/orphanage work in West Africa 10 years ago.
Truth is, I have been slowly changing things up, and I recently 

updated this tray.
I used the same newspaper and 
homemade modpodge 
that I used for this clock project.

Back to the tray, 
I chose some pictures out of the newspaper,
 because I wanted to give it an "older" look.
This is a step by step on the transformation process.
Can you tell I am a visual learner?
I really like the new look.
Cost of this project...practically nothing.
The homemade modpodge is very inexpensive and goes a long way.

Stay Frugal,
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16 comments:

  1. Ivy, Phyllis and Me!April 3, 2013 at 2:02 PM

    Good Evening Daniela, What a transformation....the tray looks so very different and at no cost! Like you, I am also a visual learner, I find if someone shows me how to do something, I pick it up much quicker than if I have to read how to do it.
    Lovely to catch up with you.
    Best wishes
    Daphne

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  2. ReviApril 3, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    Glad to know the homemade mod podge recipe works!
    -Revi

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  3. AnonymousApril 3, 2013 at 2:19 PM

    Cool idea! It's a great look!
    Jenna

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  4. UnknownApril 3, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    What a great idea Dani! Love it - looks sort of industrial ( chic ) with the newspaper print!
    Hugs,
    Suzan

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  5. AnonymousApril 3, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    I love animals, but not so much your before tray. I do like the images you chose to use from the newsprint it turned out great.

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  6. UnknownApril 3, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    Great transformation Dani!! I love the newspaper/typography prints and do they look good on this tray :)

    xo, Tanya
    twelveOeight

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  7. NanaDianaApril 3, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    Looks great, Dani. It really made a big change, didn't it? xo Diana I had an African themed guest bedroom and my daughter just loved it. When we moved I gave her the room for her new house and now it is like visiting an old friend.

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  8. Amy of While Wearing HeelsApril 3, 2013 at 6:06 PM

    I never would have guessed you for a visual learner :)...just kidding! This project turned out great. I love the updated look.

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  9. Deneen@dreaming-n-colorApril 3, 2013 at 6:16 PM

    It is a great transformation that can go in any theme!

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  10. Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageApril 3, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    I love this project! MP, homemade or bought, makes it so easy to transform practically anything. Your newsprint tray looks fabulous!

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  11. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeApril 3, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    Looks great, totally transformed.
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  12. Meredith @ The Laundry Can WaitApril 3, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    I didn't even know you could make homemade modpodge. This tray is as good as new, and the best part is you put your charming touch on it.

    XOXO,
    Meredith

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  13. Cristina GarayApril 4, 2013 at 2:08 PM

    I'm also a visual learner, I love pictures! :) Your new tray looks great!

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  14. Liz @ Quirky VistasApril 4, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    I like it too! It's fun to change things up, especially when you can do it with things you have on hand. You are so clever.
    Liz

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  15. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmApril 9, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    Looks great :)

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  16. Marti @ SewLicious Home DecorApril 10, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    Your tray turned out super cute! I would love for you to link up at SHOW-licious Craft Showcase.

    Just follow the link....http://sew-licious.blogspot.com/2013/04/show-licious-craft-showcase-26.html.

    Marti

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