One day, I got all my containers out of the cabinet and noticed that they matched. So I got to thinking about how I could use them. How about to organize my craft supplies?! And if I put them on a platter with a lazy susan, they'll all be convenient and easy to use. Voila! My plan was born.
So I found this platter and had my hubby attach a lazy susan contraption to the bottom of it.
I was so excited about it that I had to make a second one for a friend.
I had already found this tea cup with green flowers above. That got me looking for other green containers. I also got some clear ones- I loved this ice cream sunday glass (on the left), the Mason jar with measurements on it, and this small clear pitcher (on the right).
I bought a gold tray that I primed and spray painted white to be the base.
If you'd like to make on of your own, you need
7-8 different size containers (cups, jars, bowls, or small pitchers)
a tray
E-6000 glue
a lazy susan contraption (bought mine at Home Depot for $5)
a wooden base to put at the bottom of the lazy susan (For my base, I picked up a cheap rectangle wooden plaque-can be found at Hobby Lobby or Michaels)
Decide which piece you want to be the main one. It will go in the center. I chose this blue pitcher, but it wasn't very tall, so I raised it up by sitting it on this upside down dish. |
Ta-da! A unique organizer for office supplies or craft supplies! All these pieces were found at the thrift store. This is going on a table in my craft room- as soon as I clean, I'll post photos! |
This post is linked to Brassy Apple, It's Overflowing, Funky Junk, Glitter, Glue, and Paint, and Craft-O-Maniac
4 comments:
You will get more comments if you took off the verification. I never can read them. Thanks for commenting. I love what I do. the thrift shop is near the 1000 island bridge about 5 miles from my house.I wouldn't have thought to use a lazy susan. I do use them in my cuboards and fridge.
coming over from tip junkie and I LOVE This idea! I have a few bowls/dishes my kids made me and this would be a perfect way to display and use them!
Very clever way to use cute things accumulated over time. It turned out great.
Now I want to make one for my desk at work ! Great idea !! I found you at Show & Tell Saturday and am happy you shared. I LOVE this !!!!
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