Sneaky Santa Gift Exchange

The Cowtown Crafters are one creative bunch! Just take a look at these adorable projects! (The person holding the project is the one who won it during the gift exchange party, not the creator.)

What a memorable evening!  I really look forward to our annual Christmas party and I'm always blown away by all the creativity! Which project is your favorite?

Happy stamping,

Do it Yourself - Picture Frame into a Beautiful Tray

I was going through some pictures on my computer the other day and realized I never shared my "do it yourself" picture frame to a serving tray project.  I had a lot of fun making this tray for my neighbors for Christmas!

Tips for Creating Your Own Tray:

• Select the size picture frame you'd like.  For this one, I used a 11" X 14" natural wood frame.  If you have an old frame, you could easily paint it to the color you desire.
  

•  Add metal handles with either a strong bonding agent (like E6000) or screw holes in the frame to attach the handles.  I had these left over handles from our kitchen project and thought they worked perfectly for the frame.
  

• It's reversible!  With our double-sided paper, you get the benefit of creating a whole new look of the tray just by flipping the paper over.  I used the Venetian Romance Designer Series Paper and created a different focal point for each side using the Feel Goods stamp set.  I also used the Deco Labels Collection of Framelits to cut out the sentiment.

• You could still add pictures and make it look like a scrapbook page.  It's a scrapbook page that becomes a home decor item!

Create your own picture frame tray and serve up some fun!

• Give one as a housewarming gift
• Serve cupcakes and goodies with it during a birthday party
• Make a tray for the newlyweds
• Use a small frame as a lotion or jewelry holder on a bathroom countertop
• Easily switch out the paper for different holidays!

The possibilities are endless!

With a little creativity, a picture frame can be used for so much more than just photos!