As you might recall I built a tray using a pallet this fall. Click here to read the post with the complete directions, because honestly now I can't remember exactly how I did it. ;)
About a month ago I got the a new Pottery Barn Catalog, and saw this tray in it. It made me realize my rustic tray could use a few improvements to really make it sing.
So I set out to add some more details to my pallet tray. An upgrade if you will.
I started by making a pilot hole about where I wanted the cut/notch to be, then attaching a hole cutter to my drill I made a big semi circle. (I'm pretty certain it's a door knob hole maker.)
When I finished with the hole cutter this is what it looked like.
I then took my jigsaw and cut the points off so that it was more smooth.
Next, I took a very deep breath and started on the handle holes. I really had no idea what I was doing or what I was going to end up with. I guess I should have done a little research. ;)
Here you will notice where I drew out the shape and made pilot holes.
Here's a lesson learned and a good tip. Make your pilot holes a little bigger, if possible with a larger bit and right at the edge of the round part of your handle. It's really hard to force the jigsaw into make that tight turn. If I had done this, I'm fairly certain I would have had more perfect looking handles holes.
But I'm really okay with it as it is, it's a rustic tray right?
Here are some finished photos. I'm still not 100% happy with the styling. It's a work in progress.
These simple updates definitely make it look more like a tray and less like a crate. :)
And I do hope to slip cover or reupholster this ottoman soon. I'm so over this color.
I loved being re-inspired to make an updated version of my free pallet tray! Palette Tray v2.0, pretty cool.
Sharing here.
About a month ago I got the a new Pottery Barn Catalog, and saw this tray in it. It made me realize my rustic tray could use a few improvements to really make it sing.
So I set out to add some more details to my pallet tray. An upgrade if you will.
I started by making a pilot hole about where I wanted the cut/notch to be, then attaching a hole cutter to my drill I made a big semi circle. (I'm pretty certain it's a door knob hole maker.)
When I finished with the hole cutter this is what it looked like.
I then took my jigsaw and cut the points off so that it was more smooth.
Next, I took a very deep breath and started on the handle holes. I really had no idea what I was doing or what I was going to end up with. I guess I should have done a little research. ;)
Here you will notice where I drew out the shape and made pilot holes.
Here's a lesson learned and a good tip. Make your pilot holes a little bigger, if possible with a larger bit and right at the edge of the round part of your handle. It's really hard to force the jigsaw into make that tight turn. If I had done this, I'm fairly certain I would have had more perfect looking handles holes.
But I'm really okay with it as it is, it's a rustic tray right?
Here are some finished photos. I'm still not 100% happy with the styling. It's a work in progress.
These simple updates definitely make it look more like a tray and less like a crate. :)
And I do hope to slip cover or reupholster this ottoman soon. I'm so over this color.
I loved being re-inspired to make an updated version of my free pallet tray! Palette Tray v2.0, pretty cool.
Sharing here.
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9 comments:
I love how that looks I would have never thought to make one I hope you'll add this and any of your other posts to my What We Wore and Made party over at http://raegunwear.blogspot.com/search/label/WWWMW
I think it looks great and one of the wonderful things about handmade is they aren't perfect. I am a happy new follower from Wow us Wednesdays
Laura
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I really liked it before, but I love the changes. It looks like it belongs in a magazine.
Cute tray. Featuring it tonight at Wow.
Hi, I saw this featured at SSS. It looks perfect to me! I'd like to attempt one of these. Pinning!
Omigosh I'm totally lovin' this blog. Can't wait to go back and browse around some more. You totally rocked that tray - great job! I'm a happy new follower. Pop over for a visit sometime!
xoxo,
Kim
Are you kidding me, I love it!!! You are an amazing woman with those power tools, I'm just too chicken! I found your feature at Savvy Southern Style, thanks for sharing with us. Hugs ~ Mary
I really love this!
I sincerely love it JUST THE WAY IT IS! Do NOT change a THING! ;)
totally gonna make one of these...why didn't I think of that in the first place! ;)
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