Why This Turtle Tray Earns Its Place on the Table
Built on a sea turtle in mid-glide with the shell plated in distinct segments, flippers extended and reef detail behind and finished in emerald and olive shell segments with turquoise water and warm coral behind, this Turtle piece lands in a slow and serene register that suits a working room. Turtle designs are the calmest ocean motif — the slow subject suits a slow craft. It suits a household where practical pieces also have to look deliberate. Designed for bathrooms, bedrooms and ocean-toned rooms, it holds up as decor rather than as something you finish and put in a drawer. Reference CP19. Turtle designs are the calmest ocean motif — the slow subject suits a slow craft That is the reasoning behind the whole composition.
turtle designs are the calmest ocean motif — the slow subject suits a slow craft. In bathrooms, bedrooms and ocean-toned rooms the piece holds its own against the surrounding colour rather than fighting it.
DOTZSO assembles these kits so the process stays restful and the result is genuinely functional. The kit ships with the printed wooden tray, DOTZSO resin drills, a sorting tray, a comfort-grip pen, a wax caddy and printed instructions.
A tray stays out on the counter if it can take a hot mug. That is what the sealed surface and solid body are for.
The face is fully drilled, so the surface reflects evenly when a plate is set on it.
Specifications
| Product Type | Wooden Serving Tray Diamond Art Kit |
| Designed By | DOTZSO |
| Reference | CP19 |
| Design | Turtle |
| Tray Size | 7.8×11.8 in |
| Format | Rectangular tray with cut-in handles |
| Drill Type | DOTZSO signature resin drills, round |
| Coverage | Full drill |
| Surface | Printed wood face, sealed after completion |
| Canvas Guide | Printed symbols and colour key |
| Colour Palette | emerald and olive shell segments with turquoise water and warm coral behind |
What’s in the Box
- 1 × printed wooden tray with cut-in handles
- DOTZSO signature resin drills, sorted by colour (with extra drills included)
- Diamond painting tray
- Comfort-grip applicator pen
- Wax caddy
- Pictorial step-by-step instructions
How to Make It
- Lay the printed tray face flat and let it settle before starting.
- Find the legend strip and match the first symbol to its drill colour.
- Press the pen tip into the wax caddy, then touch it to a drill – the drill lifts and stays on the tip.
- Set the drill onto the matching printed symbol and press lightly. Work one colour block at a time rather than across the whole tray.
- Continue until the face is covered, then press the finished surface flat with a book for an hour to seat every drill.
- Seal the surface fully before the tray goes into service, or the drills will lift under a plate.
Take your time over it, then start using the tray instead of saving it for guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Turtle wooden tray kit arrive ready to work on?
Yes. The Turtle wooden tray kit ships complete with the wooden tray and cut-in handles; you drill the printed face and then the tray goes into service, plus the DOTZSO resin drills, tray, applicator pen, wax caddy and pictorial instructions. Nothing else needs sourcing. Reference CP19.
How solid is the finish on the Turtle wooden tray kit?
Once the drills are seated and the surface is sealed, the Turtle design holds under normal use. The surface is sealed, so it handles mugs and plates in normal use. Very hot pans straight from the hob are another matter — use a trivet, and the sealing step is the single biggest factor in how long the finish lasts. The Turtle piece is robust once the final pass is complete.
Does the Turtle wooden tray kit need dusting often?
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry immediately. Do not submerge it or put it through a dishwasher — the adhesive layer under the drills is not built for a soak. For the Turtle palette, emerald and olive shell segments tones show dust less than pale grounds, so a light pass is usually enough. Skip solvent cleaners, which can cloud the Turtle resin.
Will the Turtle design show bare areas when finished?
The face is drilled across the whole surface, so the finished tray has complete coverage without bare wood showing. The Turtle artwork is drawn so that a sea turtle in mid-glide with the shell plated in distinct segments reads clearly at any distance. All of the Turtle face is drill-covered.
How many hours does the Turtle wooden tray kit represent?
Plan for a few sessions rather than one. Working a single colour block at a time is faster than moving across the tray at random. The Turtle design is slow and serene, which tends to make it easier to work in short sessions. The Turtle design suits working one colour block at a time.
Is the Turtle wooden tray kit offered in a large format?
The range covers 7.8 × 11.8 in, 9.8 × 13.8 in and 12.2 × 16.1 in, so there is a format for a bedside table or a full dinner service. This listing is the 7.8×11.8 in format. Reference CP19.
NewMomMakes –
I’ve wanted one of these trays for ages and finally made one. Colors match the listing photo really closely. Nice to have something that gets me off my phone for a while. Not something I’d put in the dishwasher or soak, obviously. Still a solid purchase.
Christopher P. (verified owner) –
Made this for our coffee table and get compliments on it constantly. The handles make it genuinely practical, not just decorative. Instructions were pretty minimal, though there are plenty of tutorials online. Happy enough that I’d buy another.
Robbie Beck (verified owner) –
Bought this for our coffee table and it’s become a fixture. The adhesive held well across several weeks of working on it. It’s my go-to when I need a quiet evening. The sorting tray is shallow, drills spill out if you’re not careful. If you like ocean turtle designs, this is a good example. Overall happy, just a few small things.
Logan E. –
The wood base is much sturdier than I expected. The adhesive is plenty sticky, the drills stay exactly where I put them. Wish it came with a protective finish already applied. I keep it set up on a side table and do a bit whenever I have ten minutes. Still worth it overall.
Julie F. (verified owner) –
Such a nice little project to have on the go. I use it for serving when we have guests and it always gets noticed. The pen that came with it is a bit flimsy, I swapped in my own. Still a solid purchase.
Angelo Young (verified owner) –
The wood base is much sturdier than I expected. Handles make it easy to carry from the kitchen to the couch. Nice mindful project – you can’t think about much else while you’re placing drills. It looks lovely on the dresser. The printed chart could have been a touch larger. Small issues, but nothing that would stop me ordering again.
Pat Howell (verified owner) –
This was a fun change of pace from the usual canvas kits. The bottom has a slight grip to it so it doesn’t slide. The drill shapes were clean, not many chipped or stuck-together pieces. If you like ocean turtle designs, this is a good example. Not something I’d put in the dishwasher or soak, obviously. The work is repetitive in a good way. It’s on the coffee table and gets used every morning. Happy enough that I’d buy another.
Carol N. (verified owner) –
Made this for our coffee table and get compliments on it constantly. The drills are bright and consistent in size, no weird off-color batches. Great way to slow down at the end of a busy day. It’s on our ottoman and gets used for coffee every morning. Handles are a bit narrow for larger hands. Good kit overall, just a couple of small things.
Maura Nixon (verified owner) –
Picked this up for our coffee table and it ties the room together. The sea turtle pattern is what made me choose this one. The drilled panel is recessed so it’s protected from spills. The handles are a bit narrow for larger hands. It’s easy to lose track of time once you get going. I’ve had three people ask me where I bought it. I’d order again, just knowing what to expect.
Maura Gilchrist –
I’m not usually a craft person, but this one converted me. Wood feels solid, much better than the thin pressed board I’ve seen. It’s slightly heavier than I expected. Great for unwinding after a busy week. Still worth it overall.
Gayle Davies (verified owner) –
The handles make it feel like real serveware, not just a craft. The wood base has a nice weight to it, feels like real serveware. It’s easy to lose track of time once you get going. The rim could be a touch deeper. Solid overall, just a couple of nitpicks.
Naomi Chapman (verified owner) –
Made one for my sister and now she wants the kit too. The drill panel sits flush with the tray surface. The sea turtle colors are richer than the photos show. The handles are a bit narrow for larger hands. I found it really peaceful to focus on one small area at a time. Definitely ordering more as gifts. I’d recommend it with that one note.
Joe Torres (verified owner) –
This was a fun change of pace from the usual canvas kits. My mother-in-law displays hers proudly. The sea turtle pattern is what made me choose this one. The wax ran out before I finished and I had to use my own. Minor things, but I’d still buy it again.
Naomi Whitney (verified owner) –
Bought it for the guest room and it looks lovely there. The wood is thick and sanded smooth, no splinters. Quiet Sunday mornings with this and a coffee is my favorite part of the week. It sits by the door catching keys and mail. Took a bit longer to arrive than I expected. Still worth it overall.
Elena Schultz (verified owner) –
I picked this up on a whim and ended up really enjoying it. The drill panel sits flush with the tray surface. I keep it by my chair and pick it up whenever I have a few minutes. The wood arrived with one small scuff on the side. I’d order again, just knowing what to expect.
Lester Thompson (verified owner) –
I keep coming back to this shop because the quality is consistent. The drilled section is recessed and protected from spills. The sea turtle detail is impressive up close. Only small gripe is that a few drills had little burrs on them. Genuinely peaceful to work on one row at a time. It’s the kind of thing guests notice right away. Overall a good experience.
Keith Brewer (verified owner) –
Ordered this as a gift for a friend who loves a tidy house. Handles are cut well and comfortable to actually carry. Great for unwinding after a busy week. It’s slightly heavier than I expected. Still a good kit overall.
Julio Carroll (verified owner) –
I’ve bought from this shop a few times now and this is another good one. I use it for serving when we have guests and it always gets noticed. Some colors came with barely any extras, though I didn’t run out. I’d recommend it with that one note.
Phyllis Carr (verified owner) –
I bought this tray for the bathroom and it made the whole counter look better. There was plenty of margin around the edge for a clean finish. The artwork looks even better in person than the photos. I’d have liked it a size larger. Makes a lovely breakfast-in-bed tray. Worth it, just go in with the right expectations.