We have inherited many things from my MIL, and here are some more.
This tray is from my MIL. It is very heavy since it is made from solid wood, and is inlaid with ceramic tiles. The tray came to me in a very dark stain. It really looked very 70’s, but I think it looks much more shabby chic with the ASCP (Annie Sloan Chalk Paint) in Old White.
The Yellow Fiesta was my MIL’s and the pink is mine.
I almost got rid of this tray since I didn’t like it when it was so dark, but I am really enjoying it now.
It seems fresh and clean now. Here’s a close up of the tray.
I love taking old things and updating them or using them in new ways.
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Renee says
August 31, 2011 at 00:33You always have such pretty pictures! The tray looks great. It definitely pays to keep things and update them a little 🙂
Michele Smith says
August 31, 2011 at 00:42So pretty Anita! Its amazing what paint does. Those pink dishes are adorable.
Although I can only see a peak of your dining chairs they look really cute! I love that style.
ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says
August 31, 2011 at 00:48Looks great Anita and the tiles are so pretty! Martina
Ann@A Sentimental Life says
August 31, 2011 at 01:20Looks great with your fiesta ware. I have the same color pink..wish they still made it.
Sonya@Beyond the Screen Door says
August 31, 2011 at 01:20Hey, Anita. What a pretty tray. I can just imagine how it looked with the dark stain. Love the new look.
Amy Kinser says
August 31, 2011 at 01:39Love the tray! Isn’t it nice to be able to add a coat of paint and be happy.
Comeca Jones says
August 31, 2011 at 02:04The tray is cute but the lil pink tea set stole my heart!
Alison @ The Polohouse says
August 31, 2011 at 02:31The tray looks brand new!
Great upcycling!
Love it!
xx
A
Karena says
August 31, 2011 at 02:48Anita I adore the tray now, aren’t you glad you kept it! yay for Annie Sloan paint!
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once in a blue moon says
August 31, 2011 at 02:52looks beautiful and i always love your pictures~
Yvonne @ StoneGable says
August 31, 2011 at 03:06Anita, The tray has a fresh new life!
I love the tile with the white. And your vignette is so pretty!
Yvonne
W. Latane Barton says
August 31, 2011 at 15:39The tray is very pretty. I am so glad you decided to keep it and clean it up (so to speak). Pretty fiesta ware!!
imsteelefullofscrap says
August 31, 2011 at 20:08Your tray turned out beautiful!
Gypsy Heart says
August 31, 2011 at 23:23I love it in the white. Looks so pretty with the dishes and flowers too. Where do you obtain your chalk paint? I ordered 1 time and it was a horrid experience so have been very cautious about trying again. I know there must be some professional providers out there.
Pat
Anita @ Cedar Hill Ranch says
August 31, 2011 at 23:27Wonderfaux Studio
Call 281.242.4937 or e-mail at info@wonderfauxstudio.com Their website is under construction, but you can order by email, I believe.
On Crooked Creek says
September 1, 2011 at 01:07Anita,
Your tray is stunning and I adore how you’ve mixed your Mother~in~laws fiesta ware with yours! The two colors compliment each other harmoniously. I do believe there is an art to trayscaping. . .you have capture that creatively today with your updating. Thank you for the inspiration!
Fondly,
Pat
Designs By Pinky says
September 1, 2011 at 03:23Anita, what a beautiful tray it is now!!! I haven’t gotten into the painting thing yet but I love how you transformed this tray. I really like the tiles. The pink and yellow Fiesta are PERFECT with those hydrangeas!!!! XO, Pinky
Debra @ Common Ground says
September 2, 2011 at 23:21The tray looks great and I adore that pastel Fiesta ware!! the pink is wonderful. Thanks so much for linking up to VIF! xo Debra
~Tablescapes By Diane~ says
September 2, 2011 at 23:29Hi lovely lady.
Thanks so much for your lovely comments on my new Tablescape. I also would like to thank you for your pray’s for Melanie so sweet of you. I hope you have a great week with you Family.
XXOO Diane