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by Joan

Asked on Sep 11, 2020

What kind of projects using silver plated trays?

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Flipturn
on Sep 11, 2020

Here's what some other Hometalkers have done;

https://www.hometalk.com/search/all?filter=repurpose%20silver%20trays

https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=silver%20trays

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Redcatcec
on Sep 11, 2020

Her you go:

https://www.pinterest.es/pin/380624605991529972/?d=t&mt=login

https://www.pinterest.es/pin/130393351685901641/?d=t&mt=login

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Holly Lengner - Lost Mom
on Sep 11, 2020

Hi Joan, there are lots of projects here:

https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=silver%20tray

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K. Rupp
on Sep 11, 2020

Here is a cool idea for Christmas decor:

https://www.hometalk.com/24794873/diy-lamp-christmas-tree

This tiered tray could also be done with silver trays:

https://www.hometalk.com/27428401/thrift-store-tiered-tray

DIY Lamp Christmas Tree

Thrift Store Tiered Tray

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Ann|The Apple Street Cottage
on Sep 11, 2020

You can make them into chalkboards, signs, or an alternative to a wreath.

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Chas' Crazy Creations
on Sep 11, 2020

Here's a post that might interest you - https://redheadcandecorate.com/2014/09/thrift-store-silver-platter-wall/

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Vimarhonor
on Sep 11, 2020

Hello. I have seen them Upcycled by bloggers with chalk paint.

Here’s a link.

https://www.confessionsofaserialdiyer.com/silver-tray-makeover/

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Lindsay Aratari
on Oct 1, 2020

You could hang them on the wall

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