I have been going through total furniture painting withdrawal. The warm weather cannot come soon enough. I need to get back in the garage and breathe new life into some worn and weathered pieces that have been waiting for me since last fall.
Since reliable outdoor painting weather in Chicago is still pretty far away, however, I have to settle for smaller projects that can be accomplished indoors. Case in point, a plain wooden tray that I painted with a grain sack motif – a motif I’ve envisioned using on a coffee table that’s waiting for me in the garage. I needed a place to corral remote controls and coasters in the living room and I figured this tray would do the trick.
This was the perfect chance to test out painting grain sack stripes and to attempt a freezer paper image transfer technique, which is something I’ve wanted to try for awhile now. It turned out better than I expected, so naturally I love it. (Clearly my son loves it too. Or maybe he just loves stealing the tea light out of the bird candle holder I’ve placed in the tray.)
Freezer Paper Image Transfer Supplies
- Unfinished Wood Tray
- Sandpaper (220 grit will work well)
- Acrylic paint in colors of your choice
- Paint Brush
- Painters tape
- Sealer
- Spray adhesive (for image transfer)
- Freezer paper (for image transfer)
- Inkjet printer (for image transfer)
How to Paint a Grain Sack Stripe Tray
First, I lightly sanded the plain tray.
Amanda @ Dwelling in Happiness says
This turned out beautiful, Bre!! And you totally just inspired me. I have a try that needs a makeover BADLY. Maybe I need to do grain sack style stripes too?! I love that graphic in the middle!
Bre says
Hi friend! Thanks! You are too sweet. π Definitely check out the Graphics Fairy – she has such amazing images for FREE! xo
Pary Moppins says
That is beautiful! Fabulous job. Wish I had crafting talents. π
Bre Eggert says
Hi Pary Moppins! You could TOTALLY do this! Seriously – anybody could!! Have a great day! π
Alison Agnew says
So pretty! Would love for you to share at Fridays Unfolded!
Alison
Nancherrow
Bre Eggert says
Hi Alison! Thank you! I’m sorry I missed Fridays Unfolded. I am remembering it for future projects though. Enjoy your Sunday!
Along Came Mary says
HI Bre! Visiting from Group 4, SITS Girls;) I am a wanna-be crafter so your blog is right up my alley!!!
Bre Eggert says
Hi Mary! Thanks for visiting! I am loving your blog! Adding you on Bloglovin! Have a great day. π
Mindie Hilton says
Very pretty! I have never used freezer paper image transfers but want to. I would love for you to share at Bacon Time, if you have not already.
Bre Eggert says
Hi Mindie! Thank you so much! I will definitely link up this week. Have a great day!
Heather B says
This is so creative – it turned out beautifully!
Bre Eggert says
Hi Heather! Thank you so much! Have a good rest of your evening. π
Shannon says
First, thanks for commenting on my blog so I could visit. I linked up early and am just now time for me to go back and link up…..so thanks for the comment. I have been wanting to try this for a while as well. This may seem like a dumb question, but did you have to order freezer paper online or can you buy it locally?
Shannon ~ bohemianjunktion.com
Bre Eggert says
Shannon! Oh my gosh, that headboard was amazing. You are seriously talented! Thanks for stopping over to my little blog. As for freezer paper, you can buy it at the grocery store! I had never noticed it before, but it is right there near plastic wrap, aluminum foil, etc!
Bre Eggert says
Hi Megin! Thank you so much! And thank you for hosting a lovely link party. π Have a great day!
Virginia Megin Gallagher says
This turned out wonderful, Bre. I love the pretty green!
Thank you for sharing this at Brag About It Link Party on VMG206.
~ Megin of VMG206