My thrift store find went from this... to this for Meredith's shower. But now that the shower is over, I'm thinking of other uses I can have for it. Chalkboard trays have become all the rage--I think partly because they are so easy to make and also because they are so versatile. Although my tray is completely covered in paint, I also like those left with an exposed edge or frame. There are endless ideas of what you can do with these. Here are a few ideas that caught my eye. Hang it up... A great idea for your guests... Perfect for fall... Even a football schedule looks elegant in a gilded frame...