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Today we’ve got a quick side table before and after for you before you head over to the real business at hand at Jamie’s, the 4th day of Organizing 101: Back to Basics. 🙂
This is a transformation of a little side table we’ve had sitting outside for a few years. A side table we bought at the same auction we got our frame and couches at a few years ago.
It was a random thing, the auction … I guess every 5 years or so the US Consulate auctions off their old house furniture, office furniture and other randomness. I’d say we scored big that day. It was a random morning of pouring rain. Perfect for me. None of the ‘auction light weights’ even bothered to come. Getting a deal on good quality stuff was like fishing in a bucket. 🙂 We got six tables (side table, end tables, night stands) that day for $110 total. Sweet!
And when I got to thinking about the blog room organization project a couple of weeks ago I knew I needed to come up with some kind of additional work space … that ideally wouldn’t cost me anything.
Turns out … this unused little side table is the exact same height as my book page covered file cabinet.
A light sanding to get rid of all loose debris, a few coats of chalk paint in a variety of blues and greens, some dry brushing … a little white washing in various spots and a little light and dark wax.
A pop of black inside the drawer.
And this unused, unattractive table has a new life.
And is the perfect base for a new desk. Yay!
You have actually seen a peek of the new desk, but we’ll be taking a closer look tomorrow.
You first saw the board I used at the desk top here … and you all know how I love chippy old wood. 🙂
Now head over to C.R.A.F.T. and find out how to get your blog organized!
And tell me, what do you think of the beginning of my desk base?
Maury @ Life on Mars says
Amazing job! I love the color. it reminds me of sea glass which is going to look awesome in your house.
Anne says
I love that colour too!
Amy@BR says
It’s totally unrecognizable! In a good way!
Robin @ happilyhomeafter.blogspot.com says
Yep, I can see what you mean, its all about the wax. Beautiful soft sheen. Great patina you created with your artistry and color selections. So glad I read this before I paint my “new” (thrifted) mirror, had totally forgotten about the power of dry brush accents. Love that you painted the interior black, so smart.
Linda @ it all started with paint says
Karah,
What a great auction score … and I cannot believe it’s the same table! Looks fabulous! Did you use your Haven swag to transform?
🙂
Linda
cassie says
i think i heard it breathe a sigh of relief…. great job!
szinteriors says
I love it! And the colour is incredible!!!
shirley@housepitalitydesigns says
That’s the same table?…Love it….the color is perfect….so nice to cross off another project from the list…Great job Karah!!….
Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says
So cute! I love it! Can’t wait to see it as part of the desk!
craftythriftydecoratingwifemom says
Another great transformation.
Sherry Hicks says
I love the color and the picture it is very pretty!
Sherry
Karah says
Thank you, Sherry!!
Donna Wilkes says
Great color with that black inside the cubby hole. I love the versatility of small tables – they can become real work horses!
Karah says
Thank you so much, Donna!
Little Susie Home Maker says
Boy, that looks great. What an improvement! I keep seeing the wonders of chalkpaint! Gonna have to give it a whirl!
Karah says
For me, it’s the wax that makes all the difference!
andrea cammarata says
WOW you sure did work your magic!!!!! Sending hugs to you and yours and of course the M&M team!!! : ) Thanks for sharing with us : ) YOU ROCK!
Karah says
Thank you my friend!
Judy Wheeler says
What were the colors you used.
Karah says
Hi Judy! I used a bunch of different chalk paints I had on hand, they were all in blue and green tones. I think French Linen, Duck Egg Blue and Provence.