Day 9: Lego Tray Gift Idea

How cute is this!

 

This is the cutest gift ever for any little Lego fan. You could also paint it pink or purple and give the new Lego "Friends" for girls. I am so making these for gifts next year. Here is the site where you can find this idea and much more: Somewhat Simple

Step by Step directions:

First, cut 1/2″ plywood to 15″x15″ and 1×2 boards: 2 @ 15″ and 2 @ 16.5″. Then pre-drill pocket holes on all four sides of plywood and attach the 15″ side pieces and then the 16.5″ pieces to the plywood. Just to secure the side pieces together, nail the corners with 1 1/2″ finish nails, then use a nail punch to hide the nail heads and filled them up with wood putty.

After measuring the center of the 15″ side, align and mark holes for handles on both sides. Then, pre-drill holes for the handles. Give the whole tray a quick sanding, then wipe it down with a damp cloth. Give the tray a couple of thin coats of paint. Then, print name, centered on the side of the tray and used a ballpoint pen to trace the letters, creating an indention on the wood.

After painting inside the indention, seal the entire piece with a couple of coats of satin polyurethane. Then  apply Gorilla glue to the plywood and attached the Lego base plate. Weigh it down with some paint cans and let it dry overnight.

 

 Add some felt circles to the bottom  attach the handles.

 

Finally, add a small Lego set, some ribbon, cute bow and tag. Voila, you now have a great unique gift to give at children's birthday parties, holidays or just because!!!