All day on Sunday I spent the day puttering around painting out our ugly 1970's hand-me-down lovely heirloom bedroom furniture. You might wanna stop back by for Transformation Thursday to see that reveal. Once I got it all finished, I knew there were a few other elements that needed a little better refining. I had a wobbly little side table beside my bed that didn't really serve the purpose. So, I gathered up the leather suitcase and pic-a-nic baskets that I'd been collecting. Three did the trick.
Remember that $1 leather suitcase I bought earlier in the summer at a yard sale? And do you recognize the $3 basket I bought just this week? She got a pretty coat of Heirloom White to bring her back to life. On top is a $5 find from eons ago, found in a little antique store near Hunstville. Now I have plenty of room to hide magazines, old photos and such, and it's practical to boot.
Wanna see more DIYs? Check out the crew at Kimba's! And if you're looking for a new place to haunt on Thursdays, come back on Wednesday night and join us for Transformation Thursday.
Hurry up Thursday!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely autumn week. TTFN ~Marydon
Very cute bedside table you created! Can't wait to see the reveal!!
ReplyDeleteNancy
Great idea~!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for Thursday!
Hello Miss Gina~I've just strolled into your blog for my first visit...I've enjoyed taking a peek at your past posts. What beauty! You've got so many wonderful treasures.
ReplyDeleteThe one thing that can cheer me up as I watch summer come to a close is... the anticipation of fall and all the autumnal colors that come with it and the inspiration it provides for creating. what a whimsical nightstand. I love that you can use the wicker baskets to store bedding/linens for your guests. I have such limited space in my small guest rooms this would be ideal for my nooks.
I've bookmarked you in my favs.
I look forward to coming by your charming blog again.
Come by for a visit. Your company would be nice.
Sweet wishes,
Sara
I love the idea of using suitcases for a side table. Vintage suitcases are a God-send, especially in a really small apartment or townhouse. Great storage and looks cute! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteAs always, I love it. And I can't wait to see your reveal on Thursday!
ReplyDeletevery nice, can't wait till thursday!
ReplyDeletegail
That is an absolutely charming nightstand. What great bedside storage.
ReplyDeleteLove the basket/suitcase idea! Can't wait to see the painted furniture! ~Ashley
ReplyDeleteI love the vinatge suitcase!
ReplyDeleteThat is adorable! I love it!
ReplyDeleteSmiles!
Michelle
Not only very pretty but, practical too! I like that.
ReplyDeleteLove it! Great idea! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Very "cottage-y", too!
ReplyDeleteLove your idea...I have an old suitcase similar to yours and a basket like the one on the top of your display. I am thinking of a redo (maybe painting them white and lining the suitcase with some hip material. Not sure yet.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing..very lovely idea...can't wait for Thursday!!!!
oh, I love that. I have several wicker picnic baskets....think I'll do this, too.
ReplyDeleteI love this! I need to do this in my daughter's room. It would give her some where to stash all that cluttery stuff that teenagers tend to accumulate!!
ReplyDeleteVery cute! =)
ReplyDeleteCuteness!! I love it!
ReplyDeleteYour little table is so cute! I love the three different shades, adds a lot of interest :)
ReplyDeleteLove this idea! Very cute, and lots of storage!
ReplyDeletelove this nightstand!
ReplyDeleteLove the nightstand. I'm a big fan of vintage suitcases. Can't wait to see the big reveal.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea!
ReplyDeleteI love the suitcase side table. What a great idea. It looks very cottagey. Thanks for sharing that idea. I'm having a giveaway today. Stop by and enter if you get a chance.
ReplyDeleteThis is the CUTEST idea...I am simply in love with it!!
ReplyDeleteAlso, I'm doing my first giveaway on my blog right now if you're interested:
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