Oh yeah...it's totally got the late 80's, early 90's vibe going on. haha. I guess that makes me vintage since I was born before this era. And, I daresay I'm rockin' it y'all. woot!
VINTAGE
I am drawn to the shape and size of this desk. The kidney-shaped top has some funk to it, the legs have some beads running in them waiting for some fun. The washed finish is beautiful, but in rough shape. Someone must have placed candles or something on it to make these circles.
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There's more than just those three, but I'm pointing them out so you can see. Anyhoo, I wanted to take this desk up to a new level and make it into a console table. It has the potential to add more storage and create my happy place.DIY TIME
First, I dug into my wood stash and found a piece of ply that I could use as a bottom shelf. The legs are square on the inside edge which makes it conducive to adding wood. Then, JC, my partner in DIY fun, helped me cut it to fit. Meanwhile, I prepped the table for the next steps. Next, once cut and sanded, I added veneer to finish off the edges properly. You can see how I used this same stuff to repurpose a sewing desk HERE. Just iron it on, trim, and sand.
Then, I needed to add pocket holes so I could have a nice finished look and still attach it securely at the same time. For that, my Kreg Jig is my go-to tool. Subsequently, notice the holes are placed on the underside and attached as shown.
PAINT FUN
Next, in order to make this a cohesive, yet repurposed desk, I want to add some color fun. You know where I'm headed with this...right? tsk. Finally, time for some of my tools to come out to play. If you've not seen this beast in action before, take a peek at my video demo below.
In addition to the shelter, I am also using my handmade DIY Lazy Susan for Furniture. Likewise, you can see the tutorial over HERE.
Funny story... my family helped me assemble the table then went inside because I told them it was time to paint. As a result, I knocked out the painting in 5 minutes and went inside. They said, "You're done already??" haha. I laughed. YUP.
NEXT STEPS
Per my normal, this was not the last step, though it could have been. Nope, next I want to add a story to this newly assembled table. I grab my sander and have at it. However, some would say why paint if you're going to sand? Well, how else to I get the yummy, layered look? yasssss...
Next, the next best part was to remove that retro knob and change up the whole feel of my repurposed desk. In order to do that easily and effectively, I use my handy drawer hardware jig. It not only allows you to center a drawer pull, but it also aids in leveling hardware with the twist of a couple knobs.
ONE LAST THING
Not only did I find the desk at the thrift store, but this loot as well. We've got some botanical blocks, baskets, a tool, misc, and that wooden thing-a-ma-jig. All of this is going to be part of my happy place. I kid you not...you don't have to spend big bucks to make your house your home.
Can we have a happy dance for my DIY happy place? {{happy dancin' goin' on}} Yahoo! I'm just a tad excited to see this all come together. Can you blame me?
Not only am I smitten with fun color pop the paint gave, but I'm also smitten with the texture my sanding gave it. It tells a story now.
Likewise, my little botanical section brings me joy. I love, love, love gardening and all things plants. They remind me of how our Heavenly Father created us to take care of His creation in the original garden. You have scents, paired with textures, sounds of wildlife (when outdoors), and tastes. Powerful.
A GIFT
We give flowers when we love someone, we give flowers to offer joy in sorrow, we give flowers just because. Recently, a sweet friend of mine, Jeanette, knew what cards I have been dealt lately and we both shop the same grocery on the same day. Coincidentally, in my feed someone said that this store had their hyacinths on sale again for the season. If you know me, I just love them! You can see how I upcycle those jars too HERE. However, I sent my kids (my awesomely capable kids BTW) to do all the grocery shopping and errands for me this time, their first time. I forgot to tell them to grab me a hyacinth on their way out. Then, Jeanette saw my kids shopping solo and left this beauty and a gift for my family at the checkout. Then, talk about feeding my soul. My kids witnessed God's goodness through others and came home BEAMING. Thank you, Jeanette...beyond words.
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