D.I.Y. Dice Trays

So you need/want a dice tray. You could buy one, there are a lot of nice ones out there some reasonable, some pricey, but if you're like me, you like to make things (if you can) that you will get a lot of use out of. These 2 trays were made with the help of the internet. Both are fairly easy and the process can be done pretty quickly. If you can handle a pair of scissors with enough precision to (probably) not cut off your fingers, you'll be able to handle these!

This one was really easy using a Ferrero Rocher box straight out of a link from the great Geek & Sundry: http://geekandsundry.com/diy-make-your-own-1-dice-tray/

It's a great fast option, and you get chocolates out of the deal which is a bonus.

There are a couple slight differences in mine. I used craft foam like they did but I also used a felt level on top of that foam. The other difference on mine is I used adhesive backed foam and and felt. They are basically peel and stick just like stickers. They were slightly more money but I didn't have to buy glue. One key while doing this is to only peel and fold back part of the backing (no more than half). Use the side that still has the backing to line up the foam or felt then lower the side with the exposed adhesive. Once the material is locked in place, you can lift the other side and peel the rest of the backing off, press and you're done.

This is the one I made for my upcoming D&D campaign. Again, not an original design or concept. I got the idea from a video from Dawn at Roll 4 Initiative (embedded below). She takes you through the steps clearly and easily. Again I used adhesive backed foam and felt just like the 1st one. The only other differences are I bought a different (bigger) frame and as you can see, I didn't felt the sides. I also chose to stain and varnish mine which added some extra prep time. If you are wondering, that was an actual role. Not the first one but I had to make sure I could roll a 20 in that box before I use it for real ;)




Any questions? If so hit me up in the comments. Have you made your own and have any tips or links? By all means leave them as well!

Happy Gaming!
-The New Druid