Miniature Dice Tray

This project is a quick build inspired by my dislike of folding dice trays and love for adorable, smol things. My first attempt was made using only scrap materials but for the later attempts, I went to Lowe's and got craft wood. Originally, I was thinking that it would be just for rolling dice, but later I realized that it could be used for storing a favorite d20 or even as a unique stand for a character mini. So let's dive in!

1. Scrap Wood
2. Super Glue
3. Wood Glue
4. Scrap Fabric
5. Wood Stain

Tools:

Sandpaper, Oscillating saw or cutting implement, fabric scissors, Human hands and/or fingers

I had some scrap wood on hand so I picked some flat and some long pieces. I later realized that I could cut the long pieces horizontally to make twice as many side pieces. Really, you just need a square or rectangular base and sides that are not too short because when you roll, the die will just go over the side.

As you can see I made measurements for two trays. Four sides of equal length to wrap around the square.

I used an oscillating saw to cut the pieces and it took me about 5 minutes. It gets very hot, so watch out.

I left a bit too much material at the end of each side, but I decided I liked it so I didn't go back and change it, but this is optional. The base is 1 1/2" x 1 1/2". The sides are 2" by 3/8" by 5/8". These measurements are, of course, optional. Make changes as your materials allow.

When I used the stain on the craft wood, it turned from tan to kind of a rosewood-ish color. I used a Miniwax Dark Walnut stain on all of the pieces. Just get an old rag and dip it lightly into the can and rub the stain into the material. It takes about 15 min to dry but others I have used have been sticky after hours of drying. Also, make sure to do this in a ventilated area, as it does give off fumes.

I cut the interior fabric from an old swatch. This was some leftover leather from another project so I don't know how much it would cost. I chose to put triangles on the corners but any design would work. It is just to put a buffer between the tray and a surface. I secured both to the tray with super glue. (Please don't make the idiot mistake of cutting your fabric with kitchen scissors.)

I used a Titebond wood glue from Lowes for the second box but super glue worked pretty well for the first one.

Edit: I think the stain might have affected the adhesion on the wood glue but the super glue seemed to work fine.

It is not hard to roll dice inside of it and is well wide enough to support a mini. I made a couple of different versions based on different materials I had laying around, like some stuff I had from a diorama kit to make the tree and bush, for a more rustic look. The other version was inspired by a fellow Instructable. Standing Stone Terrain Cuz monoliths are really cool. Looking for a design that would be appropriate to be made to look like carven stone, I found some with a Rondelle design that was perfect, also at Lowes. This is my first Instructable and I hope you liked it! I would love to see your designs and all the cool variations you can make. Peace out.