DIY Upcycled Animal Jewelry Tray

Winter may have been slow to start this year, but it's here now & with all the time spent cooped up indoors there is no better time to work on a DIY Project!

This Elephant Jewelry Tray was upcycled out of plastic toy elephants {can be found at any toy/hobby/dollar store}, an old Square plate { I have no idea where this came from but It has been lying around my apartment for the past few years collecting dust but never being used due to its strange shape and size } and a few coats of paint! 

 You are going to want to start by painting your Animals - feel free to get creative with your design! I started with a matte white as the base, with gold Polka Dots. 

Tip(s) : Be sure to allow each coat of paint to dry completely before applying the next. 

If you are doing an all over pattern like I have, do only half at a time so that you always have a dry surface to hold onto and you won't risk smudging!

Once your Animals are painted play around with them on your plate to find the positioning you like best!
Tip: Keep in mind how you plan on displaying your jewelry on the animal(s) when doing this.
 I choose Elephants because I have always loved them, and their trunks work fantastic as ring hooks!

 Set on your Vanity table and display the Jewelry you wear (or want to wear) most often.
OR Leave it empty and ready to catch the mess at the end of the day.. or week!

I hope that you enjoyed this simple DIY & remember...
Gratitude Is The Best Attitude