Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Nesting tables...

I just brought these little tables back from our cottage. We've had them for maybe twenty years.


After scrubbing with TSP, I primed them with Rustoleum Zinnser Bin, then painted the legs with my favourite "go-to" colour...Rustoleum Heirloom White, then I used my trusty little palm sander to chip the legs a little. I stripped and sanded the tops, then restained those with two coats of MinWax Onyx (water based stain), and finally, applied two coats of Polycrylic to the table tops, and the legs too. The finish is gorgeous, but really doesn't show up so well here. Sigh.


Now I have a couple of cheapie little tables that'll serve me well for another twenty years...hmmm...either ME or my HEIRS (lol). Total cost: zero, used products left over from other projects I'm using these on the patio for the summer...just perfect for holding tall cool drinks!


NOW...I need some advice. I renewed this old hope chest a while ago, and am thinking of painting a muted blue harlequin pattern on the sides. I am VERY new to all this painting, and although I'm enjoying it thoroughly, I'm wondering whether the harlequin pattern might be too much. What do YOU think? Sure would be grateful for your thoughts.

Partying here and here and here and who knows WHERE!?

THANK YOU Christina for featuring my little tables on your decor site!




And thank YOU so VERY MUCH for stopping by.

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28 comments:

  1. DebbiedoosJune 21, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Love blue, love harlequin..so I say go for it. Love your nesting tables too. Thanks for sharing at the party.

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  2. Rosemary@villabarnesJune 21, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    You did a great job with the nesting tables Deborah. I like the two tone. As for the harlequin, GO FOR IT!

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  3. Korrie@RedHenHomeJune 21, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    The tables look great! I vote for the harlequin too :-)

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  4. Sarah, Three BoysJune 22, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Your tables are great! I am going to have hunt down some onyx stain, it is really a great color. Thanks so much for sharing!

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  5. bjJune 22, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    Tables turned out REALLY great. Love 'em.
    Go for the harlequin....it will look fabulous.
    I am signing up to follow. Come over, look around, follow me and let's meet in the middle for a glass of sweet tea. :)

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  6. CynthiaJune 22, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    The contrast between the top and the legs looks great! Nice job!

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  7. Cassie BustamanteJune 22, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    they turned out so cute! and they were free because you already had them- love that!

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  8. Brooke Anna @ Mommy Does...June 22, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    I really like these tables! I like how they nest since we don't have much space!
    Found you at Christina's Adventures!

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  9. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJune 23, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Love the colors you used! TOTAL transformation -- great job!

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  10. AnonymousJune 23, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    looks cute!! this post would be a great addition to my blog party. I hope you'll join me!
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  11. Youaretalkingtoomuch.comJune 24, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    LOVE the nesting tables!!! Just found you from Chic on a Shoestring! Love, Me

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  12. outjunkingJune 24, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    I like the tables, much better than before. So chic.
    I follower 76, come on over and visit me sometime.
    Lisa

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  13. Megan GunyanJune 25, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Great job with the tables! I love free upcycles! The harlequin would be cute, I think! If not, you can always paint over it again! ;)

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  14. ChristinaJune 27, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    LOVE these tables...the colors are wonderful and it looks like something I would totally have in my home!

    I featured this today on my blog...come grab a "featured" button! http://christinasadventures2010.blogspot.com/2011/06/sunday-features-26.html

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  15. DiannJune 27, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    What a great redo. And very thrifty . Love it. I like the idea of painting the chest blue and doing the harlequin design. Remember, if you don't like it, just repaint it! Thanks for joining TTF and have a wonderful week!

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  16. Julia @ 551EastdesignJune 27, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Love the tables and I think the harlequin pattern would look great just on the top:) I found you at The DIY Showoff, I posted a Little Womenish desk and chair there:) Your blog is great!

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  17. The Charm of HomeJune 27, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Very nice transformation! They look really cute!
    Thanks for linking it up at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  18. gail@My Repurposed LifeJune 30, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    great looking tables!
    thanks for linking (sharing) @ catch as catch can
    gail

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  19. CarolynJuly 21, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Tables look great...you've given them a new lease on life.

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    Oh my goodness!
    I am went through sooo many of your past (and recent) post and they are allllllll so amazing!

    the miller's
    prezidential life

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    Love love love all your stuff! Just visiting from (somewhere?!) and have spent lots of time browsing. Your work is very beautiful & inspiring!

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