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.
Jean J. (verified owner) –
Really nice kit, especially for the money. Looks beautiful on the coffee table with a candle on it. This shop has a repeat customer in me.
Katie A. (verified owner) –
I picked this up on a whim and ended up really enjoying it. The drill design sits flush with the tray surface. It’s a lovely quiet hobby, and I like having something to show for it at the end. The ocean turtle detail comes together really nicely once it’s finished. Great kit, no complaints.
Daniela D. (verified owner) –
This was a fun change of pace from the usual canvas kits. It turned into something I actually want to display, not shove in a drawer. I love how the sea turtle colors turned out. Very happy with this purchase.
Monica W. (verified owner) –
This was my first diamond painting kit and I’m officially hooked. Looks beautiful on the coffee table with a candle on it. Really glad I bought it.
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.
Janet N. (verified owner) –
The handles make it feel like real serveware, not just a craft. Nothing arrived damaged, and everything was sealed properly. I work on it while listening to an audiobook and the time just disappears. Highly recommend.
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.
Evelyn D. (verified owner) –
Heavier and nicer in person than it looked online. The drill design sits flush with the tray surface. No missing colors and no shortage on the ones used most. I do this on the porch in the summer and it’s lovely. Made one for my mother-in-law and she was delighted. Solid kit, would order again.
LakeHouseLinda (verified owner) –
Made one for my sister and now she wants the kit too. The drills came in labeled bags, which made sorting painless. This is the kind of craft that’s genuinely calming after a hectic day. Looks beautiful on the coffee table with a candle on it. Really glad I bought it.
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.
Donna C. (verified owner) –
Really impressed with how solid the tray feels. Handles make it easy to carry from the kitchen to the couch. Looks beautiful on the coffee table with a candle on it. Perfect for a cozy evening project.
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.
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.
Diana J. (verified owner) –
The handles make it feel like real serveware, not just a craft. Packaging was tidy and nothing had spilled in transit. I worked on this during my lunch breaks and it made the days feel better. Solid kit, would order again.
Danielle M. –
This was a fun change of pace from the usual canvas kits. There were extra drills left over in every color when I finished. I like having something mindful to do that doesn’t need a screen. My friends all want one now. Solid kit, would order again.
TeacherTurnedCrafter (verified owner) –
Made this for our coffee table and get compliments on it constantly. The sea turtle pattern is what drew me in and it didn’t disappoint. The drilled panel is recessed so it’s protected from spills. I found it really peaceful to focus on one small area at a time. It turned into something I actually want to display, not shove in a drawer. Would definitely buy again.
Luciana V. (verified owner) –
Second time ordering this style, still happy with it. Gave it as a housewarming gift and it was the favorite present. Really glad I bought it.
Kimberly S. (verified owner) –
Bought it as a housewarming gift and it was a hit. The sea turtle design is even prettier in person than in the photos. Everything I needed was in the box – pen, wax, tray and tweezers. The adhesive is plenty sticky, the drills stay exactly where I put them. It’s a lovely quiet hobby, and I like having something to show for it at the end. It turned into something I actually want to display, not shove in a drawer. Really glad I bought it.
Kimberly M. (verified owner) –
I use mine for morning coffee and it’s held up well. The drilled panel is recessed so it’s protected from spills. Good weight to the materials, it doesn’t feel cheap. The repetitive motion is oddly satisfying, one of those simple pleasures. Holds two mugs and a plate easily. Easy recommendation.
Carlos S. –
Really impressed with how solid the tray feels. Would make a really nice gift, and it arrives boxed nicely. Really glad I bought it.