Decorating & Design

How To Design Your Own Coffee Table Tray

How To Design Your Own Coffee Table Tray

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Decorating & Design

How To Design Your Own Coffee Table Tray

There's nothing like adding a cozy candle or stylish book to your lonely coffee table. We aren't, however, so fond of removing the decor once we want to use it as a—you guessed it—coffee table.

Luckily, you don't have to compromise! One of our favourite new decor hacks is adding a tray to our coffee table. Load the tray up with your favourite vases, candles, and seasonal decorations, then easily slide it away when it's time to move your dinner party to the living room.

Here's some inspiration and our handy formula to create your own coffee table tray (and don't miss out on our recommendations!). 

 

Get inspired

 

1. A cozy fall tray

 

2. Boho vibes

 

3. Keep it simple

 

Check out more coffee table decor inspo.

 

Our Coffee Table Tray Formula

From round to wicker to wood, your perfect coffee table starts with a tray. Here are our favourite picks:

 

1. Choose your tray

Handwoven Tray

Pottery Barn

The handles on this wicker tray make it easy to shuffle your decor around.

Pottery Barn, $141 

Rounded Ikea Tray

 Ikea

Create contrast on your table with this rounded option. 

Ikea, $50

 

Raised Wood Tray

 Simons

Take your tray to new heights with this raised option.

Simons, $148

 

2. Coffee Table Books

You can add a page-turner to your tray or, if you're like us, pick out something that will fit your living room's aesthetic. 

For a happy medium, check out the coffee tables books we guarantee you'll want to actually read.

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Amazon

This fun and colourful pick will add playfulness to your table (and your guests will thank you!).

Amazon, $50

 

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Amazon

This blast from the past is a great conversation starter.

Amazon, $34

 

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Amazon

A pretty yet practical addition to your tray

Amazon, $24

 

3. Candles

Amp up the cozy vibes by incorporating a candle into your design. We love using candlesticks for added height and dimension.

 

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Etsy

Candlestick holders can be glass, ceramic, and beyond. Mix up the colours of your candlesticks for a seasonal flair.

Etsy, $35

 

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Ikea

This bubble-shaped candle is not only trendy but will make your living room smell delicious.

Ikea, $10

 

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Simons

These funky beeswax candles look great on vintage dishes.

Simons, $95

 

4. Seasonal Decor

Your tray can change with the seasons. These options are easy to find and uber-adaptable.

 

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Simons

Small vases with fresh, dried or fake flowers bring life to your tray.

Simons, $14

 

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Pottery Barn

Strands of wooden beads add a natural element.

Pottery Barn, $141

 

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Ikea

These small artificial plants are bright, clean, and will last year-round.

Ikea, $3

 

 

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How To Design Your Own Coffee Table Tray