Don’t ignore these trays from Goodwill. Here are 10 nifty ideas to reuse them (Page 2 ) | May 15, 2025

Save your walls and create a table your kids can actually draw on! Paint a drawing surface on the top using chalkboard paint. If you want to add a little decorative touch, create a border with upholstery tacks. How cute is the idea below from Beneath My Heart.

5. Create a makeshift ironing board
If you’re living in a small space, you can turn a TV table into a cute ironing board that stores away easily. You’ll need some batting, a staple gun and cute fabric. These would also be really fun housewarming gifts (or going-to-college gifts). Check out the full tutorial here.
6. Add a monogram
If you’re looking for something sleek and upscale, try painting an old TV tray a dark stain and adding a monogram to match your surname. This classy overhaul makes even cheap tables look super fancy. Get the full tutorial from Down to Earth Style.
7. Make a portable Lego table
Parents with aching feet rejoice! Keep those Legos off the floor and on a table with this cute upcycle idea. Use a TV tray table, paint and a Lego mat to create a cool building space for the Lego lovers in your family. Check out the full list of instructions from Craft Your Happiness.

8. Create a butler’s table
Turn an old end table into a pretty butler table or minibar. You’ll save a lot of money with a little DIY magic. You’ll need an old table and a tray or wicker basket. A few coats of paint and a dash of creativity results in this stunning piece. Check out a few different ways to make this project work from In My Own Style.
9. Cover them with scrapbook paper
Take your TV trays up a notch by covering them in pretty strips of paper. The fun part of this project is that you can use scrap paper you have left from other crafts. Pick a medium-weight paper (if it’s too thick, it can curl and bubble). Attach your design to the table with Mod Podge.
10. Dipped Chevron table
Add some extra sparkle by using this genius trick. This dipped Chevron look makes the old tray look more upscale and expensive in a really inexpensive way. Get the full tutorial here.

Next: Light a match and throw it down the toilet. Once you try it, you’ll do it forever.

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