Classy Thanksgiving Party Tray

By: Cathie & Steve for Plaid Enterprises

With this Thanksgiving DIY project, you can decorate a plain tray with a paper quilt and create something new and fabulous. This Classy Thanksgiving Party Tray is the perfect way to serve your guests in style. You will be the hero of the day when you bring in some tasty appetizers on this tray. Your party preparations just got so much simpler with this Thanksgiving craft idea. Create a Classy Thanksgiving Party Tray and let the holiday festivities begin.

Primary TechniquePaper Crafts

Intermediate

SeasonFall

Materials:

Mod Podge ® Professional Tool Set
Mod Podge ® Hard Coat, 8 oz.
Fall themed scrapbook papers
Scissors
Foam paintbrush

Instructions:

Cut the scrapbook paper into squares. You can cut them into random shapes and sizes or keep them the same.
Apply a coat of Mod Podge to the base of the tray. Apply a thin coat of Mod Podge to the back of a paper square. Position the square on the tray and roll over it with the brayer.
Continue with all the squares until the base of the tray is covered. Use the flat squeegee to help when applying the papers to the corners. You can overlap the papers or line them straight up. Brayer over the entire design. Allow to dry for 15 minutes and then top with 3 layers of Mod Podge with dry time in between.

Notes:

This same idea can be made with fabric scraps!

More Crafty Ideas For You

We love the idea of a Classy Thanksgiving Party Tray! If you enjoy creating elegant and practical craft projects, we have some recommendations for you. One project you may enjoy is a set of hand-painted wooden coasters featuring autumnal designs like pumpkins, leaves, and acorns. This craft is perfect for adding a touch of seasonal charm to your Thanksgiving gathering.

Another project idea is to create personalized Thanksgiving napkin rings with a touch of sophistication. Using materials like gold wire, faux berries, and small tags, you can craft beautiful napkin rings that will impress your guests. This project is a great way to add a personal touch to your table setting and make your guests feel special.

For a more advanced project, consider creating a stunning Thanksgiving centerpiece using a combination of fresh flowers, candles, and seasonal decorations. This project is perfect for those looking to create a show-stopping display for their Thanksgiving dinner. You can customize the centerpiece to match your existing decor or create a new color palette inspired by the autumn season.

No matter which project you choose, we hope these recommendations inspire you to get crafting and add some handmade charm to your Thanksgiving celebration. Happy crafting!

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Marilyn B

Nov 14, 2017

This is such a fun and practical project! I have made a similar one by modge podge on the underside of a glass plate with fabric showing through to the right side. I could see using fabric with this tray as well, or even wallpaper scraps, especially thicker or textured which would give some nice dimension to the tray. This would make a nice hostess gift, and you could use the same technique for smaller coasters too!