The Martha Stewart Show

Decoupage Map Tray

The Martha Stewart Show

Ben Busko shows Martha how to make a decoupage tray using a colorful antiqued map.

Decoupage Map Tray

Turn an antiqued map (or decorative paper) into a stylish tray with artist Ben Busko's easy decoupage method.

Tools and Materials

Decoupage medium
Antique Map, regular map, or decorative paper
Paintbrush
Glass tray
Painter's spatula
Craft knife
White 28-pound paper
White acrylic paint
Black spray paint or black acrylic paint
Silver paint pen
Felt
Spray-mount adhesive

Decoupage Map Tray How-To
1. Apply decoupage medium in even brushstrokes over back surface of glass tray. Lay map or paper face down onto prepared surface. Adhere map or paper to tray, pressing at center and working out towards edges; leave the corners for last. Use a painter's spatula to smooth out any air bubbles and creases. Let tray dry for 45 minutes.

2. Trim excess paper from edges with a craft knife. Let dry completely, then apply a second background layer of white paper with decoupage medium; let dry. Paint back of tray with white acrylic paint and then finish with a coat of black spray paint or black acrylic paint. Line the edge of the tray with a silver paint pen.

3. To make the tray safe for tabletops, cut a piece of felt slightly smaller than tray. Adhere felt to back of tray with spray-mount adhesive and smooth, working from center to edges.

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