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February 9, 2012

Make Your Own Tiered Tray Tutorial

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I thought it was about time that I shared how I created my tiered tray that many of you asked about when I revealed my kitchen makeover all decked out for Christmas. 
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My main focus at that time was showing you how I made my Anthropologie Snow Globe Knock-offs. 
But, now that it’s all dressed up for Valentine’s Day…
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(Isn’t it sweet!? I love changing it out for the holidays and seasons.)

…I thought it was about time to give you this easy tutorial so y’all can make your own!
It should come as no surprise that several supplies for the tiered tray come from my trusty Dollar Tree…in fact the trays themselves are all from the Dollar Tree! Here’s a list of the supplies you’ll need:

DIY Tiered Tray Tutorial

Supplies:

1 pizza tray (Dollar Tree)
2 pie plates (Dollar Tree)
1 small cake pan (Dollar Tree)
2 wooden candlesticks (Michael’s or Hobby Lobby)
2 round wooden discs* (Hobby Lobby)
1 medium wooden finial (Lowes)
Valspar nickel metallic spray paint (or silver)
glue
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Directions:
  1. Gather up your supplies.
  2. Using pliers, remove the brass inserts inside the candleholders.  This takes some effort but it will help the top of your candlesticks to lie flat when you glue them to the wooden disks. 
  3. Spray two light coats of silver or nickel paint over all pieces for tray, including top and bottoms of dollar tree trays. Use light coats to avoid drips.
  4. Once wooden pieces are dry.  Glue the two wooden disks to tops of candlesticks, with smaller size down and larger surface facing up. *Here’s what I would have done different.  I would have used an additional wooden disk and glued it to the bottom of the lowest candlestick in the tier.  This would have helped to stabilize the entire tray better.  It’s still secure just so tall that it’s a little wobbly.  I think this would have helped, so add this step if you would like. Smile 
  5. Use a heavy object to weigh down disks to top of candlesticks for a good adhesion, until glue is dry.
  6. Once wooden pieces are dry, attach them to the center of each tray, starting from largest tray to smallest (see pictures) Allow glue to dry overnight for best adhesion.
  7. Glue pizza tray to top of of second pie plate by applying glue around rim of pie plate and centering pizza tray on top.  Allow glue to dry.
  8. Glue finial in center of top tray, allow glue to dry completely.
  9. Paint entire tray with one more light coat of paint for uniform coating.
  10. Decorate!
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Did you see my Valentine’s Day mason jar “snow globes”?
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I decided since it was still snowy out that it was perfectly acceptable to have some heart filled snow globes, don’t you agree?
I really love my tiered tray! For $12 I think it has a lot of impact!
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Soon it will be time for the Valentine’s Day decorations to come down…

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Can’t wait to see what I can come up with for St. Patrick’s Day! Winking smile 

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  1. Renewed Upon a Dream says

    February 9, 2012 at 2:55 PM

    Love this! Such a pretty inexpensive project that works for all seasons. Great job.

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  2. Ginger Zuck says

    February 9, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    Very cute. What a great DIY project. Really cute for all ocassions and for entertaining.

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  3. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    February 9, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    Love it. Such a creative idea. Hugs, Marty

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  4. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says

    February 9, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    Adorable! LOVE the color and your display is fabulous! Thank you for the great tutorial!!

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  5. The DIY Show Off says

    February 9, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    Beautiful! What a fun project! I found a tiered tray at the thrift store that I use for accessories in my dressing room – this is a great DIY solution! 🙂

    Love it!

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  6. Shelia says

    February 9, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    Hi Heather! This is the cutest thing and you’re the smartest one! I want one too.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia 😉

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  7. Gail says

    February 9, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    What a cute idea and I love your mason jar Valentine’s Day snow globe! Thanks for the inspiration and have a wonderful day, Gail

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  8. Jo's This and That says

    February 9, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    Throw cleaver! Thanks for sharing love it joann

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  9. FABBY'S LIVING says

    February 9, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    I’m loving this and such a terrific idea! Thanks for the tutorial, I so admired it C’mas time. Thanks fo5r sharing this. Happy Valentine’s.
    FABBY

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  10. Marcia says

    February 9, 2012 at 3:59 PM

    You are genious!!! AND I especially love it when it involves frugality. 🙂 I fell in love with your triple tiered tray at Christmas and now love it more seeing how easily you’ve changed its seasonal look.
    Thank you so much for sharing, Heather.
    Much love!

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  11. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    February 9, 2012 at 4:13 PM

    Thanks for the tutorial, Heather! This would be great in my craft room to hold ribbons, seam bindings, lots of stuff realy!

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  12. Pam - diy Design Fanatic says

    February 9, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    Love it! Definitely a pretty and functional accessory in any room!

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  13. Meg says

    February 9, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    I just found you via Linky Followers, I’d love a follow back! Love the tiered tray! So cute!

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  14. Linda@Coastal Charm says

    February 9, 2012 at 4:27 PM

    You have inspired me to give this one a try…looks great!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  15. michelle says

    February 9, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    I just love these! Great tutorial and it gives me some ideas. 🙂
    xoxo

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  16. Debbiedoo's says

    February 9, 2012 at 6:48 PM

    Well that is just the darndest cute tier ever. I can do this:)!

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  17. Judy says

    February 9, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    Great tutorial. I just love the tiered tray. It’s perfect for every season. I have to stop by my dollar store to see what they have.

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  18. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    February 9, 2012 at 7:26 PM

    How cute is that and what a great tutorial!! Heather thanks for the help with Linky I finally have it added to my blog and just followed you guys:)

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  19. KATHY says

    February 9, 2012 at 8:18 PM

    Your tray is fabulous!! I love the valentine snow globe. It’s so cute.

    Kathy

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  20. Marsha says

    February 9, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Love the pictures, the stand and your other decorations. Great post!! I’m inspired to try my hand on this project. Thanks for sharing.

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  21. Becca says

    February 9, 2012 at 11:08 PM

    I love this, Heather !! It’s full of cheer, color and whimsy !! And, what a fabulous tutorial … I’m writing this one down, fo’ sho !! (What kind of camera do you use?)

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  22. Chatty Chics says

    February 10, 2012 at 1:20 AM

    Love this Heather! What a great idea!
    Melody
    ChattyChics.com

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  23. Susan @ homeroad.net says

    February 10, 2012 at 6:11 PM

    Hey Heather! I made one just like it for a friends party and I’m planning on using it again at my daughter’s wedding shower… Comes in very handy, the whole neighborhood wants to borrow it!
    Enjoy! I love yours!
    https://www.homeroad.net/2011/08/really-big-cupcake-tray.html
    Susan

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