Thrifty to Nifty

Decorating on a budget by repurposing thrift store treasures

Side Table Updated

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Side Table before makeover

Side Table before makeover

 

Who doesn’t need an extra side table added to their home decor?  When I came across this lonely little table, I knew I could give it a fresh new look that would be a great home accent next to a reading chair, or as a side table by a bed.

Example of a painted side table

Example of a painted side table

The biggest challenge I had with this piece was deciding what color I should paint it.  With such deliberation, I consulted Pinterest and found this side table painted in a blue/green color.  This color is not one that  is in my home color pallet, so it will be a new experience.  Also, I knew if I chose a color in the blue family , I would not keep it.  (I’m trying to be more willing of letting go of my pieces that I don’t absolutely need.)

Side table with a chippy-look

Side table with a chippy-look

I was wanting the chippy-look so I only sanded  the two flat surfaces of the board.  I then brushed on Miss Mustard Seed Paint in Kitchen Scale to the piece.  This color is more of a blue/gray color.  After two coats, I could so see the paint starting to chip on the legs and edges of the top. Love it!!  I gave it a light sanding to help with the paint to chip and flake off and also to give the flat surfaces a smooth finish.

Before and after photo of a madeover painted side table

Before and after photo of a made over painted side table

I finished it up with a clear wax and buffed it out. It turned out exactly the way I envisioned it.  I just love what paint can do to freshen up a piece.  Happy with this transformation!  What are you working on?  Please share your awesome transformation with me.  Let’s inspire each other.

 

Comments

  1. What a cute find – I love the table! I love your idea of transforming thrifty finds. I don’t do much decorating cause I have such a hard time parting with my money and it all seems so expensive. Great blog!

    • Thanks foe commenting,Amy. I have a hard time soending Monet when I know I can find it or create it for less keep coming back and check out what else I transform

  2. I love the first table – the color is what got me. I think about doing this stuff all the time, but I don’t have a garage or space where the wind and wet won’t bother it.

    • I use milk paint which allows me in winter to paint right in my living room. Chalk paint you could do the same. Give it a try, you’ll be hooked!

  7. Love it! It looks like it has been that way for ages. And I really like the color. It freshened it up, yet the piece still looks old, a little worn and a lot loved – perfect!

  8. I love it! It reminds me of the buffet table my grandmother has. Hers is naturally chippy. I have always wwanted to create a piece like this. Thanks for sharing how you did it.