January 07, 2025
January is Hobby Month, and these trays are the perfect way to kickstart a new hobby! Serving trays with a twist. Use old or new labels to make this wine label serving tray.
Supplies:
- Serving tray (preferably inset)
- Unused labels/labels off of favorite bottles
- Glue stick
- Razoring/scalpel tool
- Foam Brush
- Mod Podge
- Lacquer
- Epoxy
If you are removing labels from a bottle, check out this video:
Steps:
- Gather old labels or remove your favorite labels from the bottle
- Place the labels onto the tray, sticky side down, in whatever pattern you like, us the glue to stick the labels down if the adhesive is not working
- Cut around the edge of the tray for a clean edge
- Use foam brush to apply a light layer of mod podge on the labels, cover every label and to the edge of the tray
- Let dry completely and apply another thin layer
- Use foam brush to apply a light layer of lacquer on the labels, cover every label and to the edge of the tray
- Let dry completely and apply another thin layer
- After lacquer is dried, apply epoxy over the lacquer, and let dry
Tips:
- Use a well-ventilated area for lacquer and epoxy application.
- If air bubbles appear, use a heat gun or blow dryer to settle the epoxy.
Now you have the perfect, unique serving tray to impress your guests, and add a pop of life to your home!