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DIY Outdoor Serving Tray

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DIY Outdoor Serving Tray

Outdoor Serving Tray

Now that the weather is warm we spend a lot of time on our deck, which is located directly off our kitchen and faces our backyard. We’re fortunate to have a decent size deck that houses our container garden, a sitting area plus a dining table with umbrella and chairs. When the weather permits, we like to enjoy our family meals on the deck as well as entertain in this space. T

he deck overlooks our backyard which is heavily wooded and I can pretend that I’m in a tree house. One that just so happens to have plumbing. I’m not really the camping type, have I mentioned that?

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One thing we always need is extra serving space. A quick trip to Lowe’s and I picked up everything I needed to make this easy outdoor serving tray that comes together as soon as your paint is dry. The base is a steel PLANT STAND and the top (serving tray) is a terracotta saucer. You can paint the saucer whatever color matches your decor or your mood.

I chose a can of Valspar Outdoor Color in white. I went with a neutral color that would go with the theme of ANY outdoor entertaining I would be doing over the summer and into fall.

DIY Outdoor Serving Tray

A few coats of spray paint and we were done. There’s even extra paint left over for another project. Simply place your serving tray onto the plant stand and voila, instant outdoor serving tray. The tray can be moved from the plant stand directly to the table.

I’m planning on making at least one more. I know we’ll be using them all summer long. Serving up all kinds of libations like this blueberry lemonade.

DIY Outdoor Serving Tray
When we’re not using it to entertain, I’m planning on placing our lanterns on it with succulents inside. Options you know how much we like them. Now who’s ready for some lemonade? Any maybe helping me sand and paint our deck? Just kidding. Kind of.

Blueberry Lemonade
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Outdoor Serving Tray

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Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Lowe’s Creative Ideas Network. I am a member of the Lowe’s Creative Ideas Creators & Influencers Network. I was provided with a gift card. Opinions are my own.

Filed Under: Kitchen Sink Tagged With: DIY Outdoor Serving Tray, Lowes, lowes home improvement

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  1. Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says

    06/09/2014 at 1:25 pm

    This is such a great idea and looks so cute!! I love DIY ideas for the summer 🙂

  2. Angie says

    06/09/2014 at 2:24 pm

    This is so pretty Paula! I love your deck too, it looks like the perfect relaxation spot!

  3. Brenda@SugarFreeMom says

    06/09/2014 at 2:32 pm

    I am so not he creative type when it comes to making DIY home accents! BUT this looks like something even I could do!

  4. Ginny McMeans says

    06/09/2014 at 3:13 pm

    Very cool and handy!

  5. Stephanie @ Back For Seconds says

    06/09/2014 at 4:39 pm

    You did such a great job! Looks really nice!

  6. Amanda @the_kitcheneer says

    06/09/2014 at 5:09 pm

    What a cute idea!

  7. christine says

    06/09/2014 at 6:05 pm

    Great project! And looks like I could even pull it off!

  8. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

    06/10/2014 at 7:43 am

    I love this! So adorable for summer!

  9. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says

    06/10/2014 at 9:09 am

    How easy is that?! Fun!

  10. Renee - Kudos Kitchen says

    06/10/2014 at 9:21 am

    You did a fantastic job on this adorable table. Thanks for the tutorial.

  11. Miss @ Miss in the Kitchen says

    06/10/2014 at 9:53 am

    Stunning photos and I love this idea!

  12. Angela {Mind Over Batter says

    06/10/2014 at 1:37 pm

    This is such a great idea! I usually steer clear of DIY projects, mostly because I’m afraid I’ll glue my eyes shut. I can totally do this one, though! Great one, Paula!

  13. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

    06/10/2014 at 1:48 pm

    I love it Paula! I’d come help 😉

  14. Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says

    06/10/2014 at 2:51 pm

    What a cute idea! I like anything that can be dual-purpose.

  15. Nutmeg Nanny says

    06/11/2014 at 8:25 am

    How crafty! Love this table 🙂

  16. Meredith In Sock Monkey Slippers says

    06/11/2014 at 11:52 am

    I love this and need to make one for my patio you know for when I serve crackers on my porch

  17. Kellie @ The Suburban Soapbox says

    06/12/2014 at 8:14 am

    What a cute idea! I’ll have to make one for my daughter’s graduation party….one can never have enough tables!

  18. Hardware Habitat says

    06/16/2014 at 3:15 pm

    SO simple! Love it!

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