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Home » DIY » Gift Ideas » Polka Dot Serving Platter DIY

Polka Dot Serving Platter DIY

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Genius! DIY a serving platter with just colored paper and decoupage!When you hear ‘Mod Podge,’ you might assume the project is a bit outdated. My first Mod Podge DIY was way back at age 8, during my 4-H days. I decoupaged floral paper napkins on the back side of a clear glass plate. I proudly displayed them at the local county fair. Although it was a fun project, you can probably guess it wasn’t at all trendy. It was definitely more appropriate for a dusty sitting room from decades past.

This is decoupage in a whole new way. In just a few steps, you can upcycle an old platter to make it way more fun. I got my platters at Goodwill for about $4 each!

Because I was creating these platters for my colorful confetti party, I chose to do a bright colored polka dot design. I think it would also be fun to do a chevron pattern or even a two color polka dot pattern.
Easy DIY Decoupage Serving PlattersColorful DIY Coffee Table Platters - so easy. All you need is colored paper and decoupage!

DIY Polka Dot Serving Platter

Materials:

Serving platter or tray
Colorful cardstock
Foam Brush or Soft Bristle Paintbrush
Scissors
Gloss Mod Podge

Instructions:

  1. Cut out your colored paper in the shape of your choosing and arrange on your party platter. I traced a small piping tip that was approximately 3/4″ in diameter.
  2. Dab a bit of modge podge onto each paper dot to adhere it to your serving platter. Arrange into your chosen design as you go.
  3. Finish with a thin, even coat of mod podge using a foam or soft bristle brush. Make sure to even out thick areas of mod podge that collect around the rim of your tray. Let dry
  4. Note: Mod podge is not food safe or waterproof. This makes it great for displaying cookies or cupcakes, but you should use a liner such as plastic wrap for other foods. To clean, use a just barely damp soft cloth.

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DIY Polka Dot Party Platter - an easy tutorial with just a few steps

P.S. – Like these white chocolate snacks? Check out these other DIYs from my confetti party:

Vanilla Cupcakes with a Colorful Surprise
A Colorful Confetti Party & Accordion Fold Backdrop
Colorful DIY Cake Platters
White Chocolate Dipped Pretzels & Oreos
Ice Cream & Cupcake Funfetti Cookies

Mini Oreo Cupcake Toppers
Easy Colorful DIY Cake Platters

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August 31, 2015  â€¢  Filed Under: DIY, Gift Ideas, Party Ideas, Wedding Inspiration No Comments

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