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6. Tiered Tray Stand
Stack a few trays with candleholders or spindles in between to create a tiered dessert stand or organizer. Perfect for cupcakes at parties—or use it to organize office supplies or craft materials.
🍩 Great for events or everyday countertop use.
7. Outdoor Herb Planter Base
Waterproof trays can be repurposed into a shallow base for potted herbs or succulents. Keep your garden grouped together and easy to move around when needed.
🌱 Just ensure there’s drainage, or use it as a decorative catch tray.
8. Entryway Catch-All Tray
Place one near the door for keys, sunglasses, and mail. You can line it with felt or decorative paper to match your style.
📬 No more searching for your keys!
9. Painted Serving Tray Upgrade
Give an old tray new life with a coat of paint or decoupage. Use it again as a functional serving tray—great for breakfast in bed, serving drinks, or even hosting small charcuterie setups.
🎨 Customize it for holidays or events!
10. Craft or Kid’s Art Station
Use a tray to contain small pieces like beads, crayons, or LEGO bricks during play or crafts. It makes cleanup a breeze and helps define creative space.
🧒 Bonus: Stack a few trays together for easy craft supply storage.
🛍 Final Thoughts
Those trays at Goodwill may look like cast-offs, but with a little imagination, they can become beautiful, useful pieces in your home. Whether you’re organizing, decorating, or crafting, thrifted trays offer endless possibilities at a fraction of the cost.
So next time you’re thrifting, grab a tray—or three—and get inspired!
Want DIY instructions for a specific tray project above? Let me know—I can walk you through it step-by-step!
