You may have seen yesterday’s post where I showed you a New Year’s inspired tray from Martha and a fantastic chevron tray from Megan over at Honey We’re Home. With all of the entertaining that we do, I knew I needed to jump on the tray train and start adding glitz to ours. Here are two simple versions. One is made from Target wrapping paper and the second is made using my new Silhouette. Wrapping Paper Tray I needed just a couple of things at Target yesterday, but I couldn’t pass up taking a leisurely stroll through their leftover Christmas décor. I wasn’t too tempted to stock up for next year { I have learned my lesson in doing so as I rarely really like what I buy the next year} but I did fall in love with much of their wrapping paper. At 50% off I tossed a few rolls in my cart. My two favorites are a black and white damask and this gold foil paper. This one is shimmery and looks so pretty in person. Here is how it looks waiting for a friend to pop in for a glass of wine. 
Monogrammed Tray This next tray was monogrammed using my Silhouette that Santa brought me. I was super intimidated to use it. My husband basically challenged me to take it out of the box. I guess he knows me pretty well. It might have sat there for three more weeks, otherwise. I am officially in love with it. {although I managed to ruin one cutting board already . . . if you have one, do not use the cutting board with the vinyl paper . . . the backing will stick to it and not come off . . . oops!!!!}. Besides that minor mishap, the whole designing and cutting process took probably ten minutes. Not to shabby for a first attempt. I used the cream vinyl roll that came with the Silhouette. The font I used is Copperplate Gothic Bold. 
Have you spiced up any trays lately. I am so happy that I have hopped on the tray train. Send me a link or photo of you have a fun tray to show. I would love to show it off. Sharing these trays with Just A Girl
The monogrammed tray came out so well! Kudos for rising to the challenge 🙂 I'm inspired to take another go at my Ikea coffee table tray.
Girl, where do you find the time? Those trays are wonderful and the monogram is perfect! What is a silhouette?
-Rene
I'm new to your blog and see that I came over just in time. Lovin those trays ~ I need one now! 🙂
How do you like your silhouette? I have the Cricut Expression but am thinking of swapping it out for the Silhouette. Any thoughts? Thanks!
Jo
courtney, both trays are gorgeous!!! oh, and i do want a silhouette too!!!
happy new year!!!
I really like the monogram! I need to get myself one of those trays. How old were your children when you started leaving things out on the coffee table?
I got a silver leaf tray half off at Target, just need to fabric it up !
Love them! Great job!! If you want to protect your papers and monogram, Hobby Lobby will cut glass on the spot to fit your trays. Both Megan and I have used them. I just had another piece cut for a leather/metal tray my girlfriend gave to me to protect the painted name. Works like a charm!
Thanks for the sweet comments. Jo . . . I love the silhouette however I just started using it. I like that there are no cartridges and whatever fonts you have on your computer can go straight to the silhouette. I am sure other people could fill you in more! Welcome to the blog. So happy you found me. Have a great day.
I got a silhouette too!! Haven't used mine yet, but excited to! Thanks for the tip about the vinyl. How did you use it if you didn't use the cutting board?
Nice work! OK… I had never even heard of the silhouette until this week, and now it's totally clear that I need one!
Look at you, little crafty girl right after Christmas! Love both of the trays…we always get our wrapping paper after Christmas for the next year (: I LOVE the monogram tray. It's adorable. I think I need a silhouette machine!!
No trays here, but makes me want to make one! I love the monogram one!
Paula
LOVE these – I seriously have to jump on the silhoutte train – LOL – I created a tray for my wall not for actualy use (still working on that project) , but after seeing yours, I might – here is the one I made – http://greendoordesigns.blogspot.com/2010/12/baby-steps.html
where did you get these trays?
I'll be happy to be the friend popping over for a glass of wine! The monogrammed tray is awesome- another idea I will be stealing from you! 🙂
Looks great!!! And nice job on the monogram! how big is that machine anyway?
I've got a tray or two, I'll send you links.
Both of these turned out marvelously. I love them. I know you're a busy Momma, but you should seriously consider an etsy side shop… Just sayin'!
Love love love the monogram tray! What a chic look!
Both of those trays look fabulous! I love the monogrammed tray! I got 3 trays for Christmas (I may have a problem) and I am thinking about sprucing one or two of them up!
Ok, I need a source for that tray! Ive been searching for the right one but cant seem to find any around me. Help!
P.S. Im jealous of your present:)