6. Elegant Gold Leaf Edged Wooden Tray
What This Idea Means
Combining a sleek solid-painted color with glowing metallic accents, this tray features rich, gold-leaf-gilded edges that catch the light beautifully. It is an ideal piece for elegant vanity organization or perfume displays.
Supplies Needed
- Wooden tray
- Deep navy, emerald green, or black acrylic paint
- Imitation gold leaf sheets
- Gilding size (adhesive glue)
- Soft makeup brush or mop brush
- Clear gloss sealer
How to Make It
- Paint the entire tray in a rich dark tone, such as matte navy or deep emerald green, and let it dry.
- Apply a thin coat of gilding adhesive size specifically along the top edge rim and handles of the tray.
- Wait a few minutes until the adhesive becomes tacky.
- Carefully press sheets of gold leaf onto the glued areas.
- Gently sweep away excess gold leaf with a soft makeup brush, leaving a smooth metallic rim.
- Apply a clear gloss sealer over the gold leaf to prevent tarnishing.
Tips and Variations
- Tip: Work in a room without drafts or fans, as gold leaf sheets fly away easily.
- Variation: Replace gold leaf with copper or silver leaf to match your existing metal home accents.