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Pretty Little Table

June 3, 2009 by Chris

Oohhhhhhh how I wish I could convey the ugliness of this table.  I stupidly forgot to take a before picture.  Picture it as it is below, but add about 7 coats of white, green, and pukish red to it.  Got that in your mind?

IMG_5352 I have stripped furniture before, but this one just about broke me.  It took forever.  I kept saying, “It was only $9.99.  It was only $9.99” to remind myself of its worth.  Yes.  I said $9.99. 

I had it sprayed with the leftover paint from the lockers so there would be continuity in the room.  I wanted it to be VERY neutral with some sparkle.

IMG_5387 The lamp—which currently sells for $39.99 at Target was purchased at Goodwill for $12.99.  It still had the Target tags on it!  My only regret is that there were two of them, and I only bought one.  Dar!

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The silver bowl was bought for $1.99 at Salvation Army, and I bought the glass balls on clearance at Target for $2.49.

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Okay, so the big money here was spent on the pearled vase.  I did get it half off, however.  It was $24.99 at Hobby Lobby and totally worth the “splurge”.

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The lampshade was purchased at Wal Mart for $15.00, and I had the glass vase and beads already on hand.  There you go!  A little breakdown of my new best friend—with lots of pictures, because that’s what you do when you’re in a relationship.

IMG_5360 Some people have asked if I had the lockers custom built.  Yes, I did.  I drew on paper what I wanted, showed him various pictures, and our contractor made it happen.  Someone even asked if my husband built them.  THAT made me laugh.  A lot.

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Well, hello. Ahem. Allow myself to introduce..my..self. My name is Chris! And I’m a blogger! I got into blogging after spending months reading all the inspiration that is found in blogland. I thought to myself, “Self, I can do this. I might have something to offer too!” And so it began...
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About Chris

Well, hello. Ahem. Allow myself to introduce..my..self. My name is Chris! And I’m a blogger! I got into blogging after spending months reading all the inspiration that is found in blogland. I thought to myself, “Self, I can do this. I might have something to offer too!” And so it began...

Comments

  1. Anna See says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:08 am

    Purty!

  2. Nikki Cogg says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:09 am

    I, too, found a stacked acrylic ball lamp at good will! Mine was 5.00 but it's very old and needs a new cord. I had to clean it up and buy a new shade, but I LOVE it! The base of my lamp is a little more vintage than the Target version. Great job with the table, it looks gorgeous!!

  3. Martha says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:18 am

    Very nice! I love the lamp!

  4. Beth says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:24 am

    I frequently find Target merchandise at Goodwill. Some merchandise that is still on the shelves at Target in fact! Nice work as always Chris. I especially love the Hob Lob splurge.

  5. julie & joe says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:30 am

    I love how the table worked out and the lamp was a super deal! You rock!

  6. Nikki says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:33 am

    Your table looks like it was worth ALL of the effort. Great lamp find!

  7. Courtney says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:38 am

    Wow, this turned out great!

  8. Little Miss Southern says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:42 am

    Oh my!! This is the cutest corner ever!! I LOVE that table!! How amazing!!

    So bright and happy!!!

  9. Little*Precious Boutique says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:48 am

    Wow!!
    I love it!! 🙂

  10. jerriann says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:50 am

    First, I am amazed at your paint job. Well done. Second, I need to shop where you shop!

    Beautiful job.

  11. Sarah says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:58 am

    It is gorgeous!!! Fabulous job on the table! I love the neutral theme! I love that vase too!!

  12. Sarah says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:59 am

    Next question, what color are your walls behind it? I am looking for a soft neutral color and that one is drawing me in! 🙂

  13. The Un-Organized Mom says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:06 am

    I LOVE it all!!!!

  14. Leslie says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:09 am

    You are the most industrious girl I almost know! I wish I had your energy!

  15. Charlotte says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:13 am

    fantastic job! love everything about it…the look, the price…it's perfect!

  16. Stephanie says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:15 am

    Soo, soo pretty! Love it all together!

  17. MaryRC says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:19 am

    i love how stinkin expensive lampshades are. i stumbled upon a pair after months of looking for 49 cents each and broke into tears. i too am notorious for not taking the before pictures.

  18. Kristin says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:22 am

    That turned out great. I love the balls in the silver bowl.

  19. Natalie says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:23 am

    this may sound silly, but what kind of white paint did you use? it looks great!

  20. Caren says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:28 am

    Looks great! I cannot believe you found that lamp at Goodwill and then left it's partner there! I have been wanting lamps just like that for a long time but don't want to spend the money. My Goodwills never have cute lamps, they have things that look like they would have been ugly in 1974! You lucked out.

    The whole mud room looks fantastic!

  21. Suzanna says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:30 am

    Another great makeover! I'm currently sporting black oil based freckles because I was so motivated by your back door photos I started my own makeover. We shall see if I get equally marvelous results.

  22. To The Moon and Back says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:37 am

    BEAUTIFUL! L.O.V.E. the lamp.

  23. Ann says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:43 am

    Wow you are a magician…

    Nice table and accents on it.

  24. Farmgirl Paints says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:43 am

    Oh I wish you could be my personal shopper extrordinaire.

    I actually have 2 of those Target lamps and I hate to admit it, but I paid the $39.99:o I love them, but I think $12 would have made me feel a whole lot better. Your table looks fabulous.

  25. Mimi Sue says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:47 am

    I love it all. You got some great bargains. Mimi

  26. Abby says

    June 3, 2009 at 4:43 am

    You are amazing and I want to go shopping with you and be your BFF! I came across your blog through a friend of mine. And, well, you have inspired me to start decorating my house after only living in it for 2 years now! Took me long enough right? I just haven't wanted to spend the money but now that I know I can do it super cheap I am all about it. I am constantly on Craigslist, going to thrift stores and trying to make my own decorations. So, I thank you for the inspiration and guidance to finally decorate my house and make it mine! Your the bomb!

  27. M.L. @ The House of Whimsy says

    June 3, 2009 at 4:59 am

    You win "The bargain shopper of the year" award. It all looks so classy Chris!!! Way to go!

  28. Brittany says

    June 3, 2009 at 5:05 am

    You did such a great job on that table! Your mud room looks fabulous!

  29. Cathy says

    June 3, 2009 at 5:22 am

    Can I borrow you for about a week to redo my house… I need a new look.

  30. Jenny says

    June 3, 2009 at 5:35 am

    Beautiful!

  31. Dream Mom says

    June 3, 2009 at 6:26 am

    Wow, it looks great! I love everything you put on the table adn the pearlized vase is just perfect! Don't you just love Goodwill? I got a chandelier for $4.99 once. A chandelier!

  32. Jen M says

    June 3, 2009 at 9:35 am

    It looks fantastic! I love the makeover and all of the items you chose.

  33. A Bushel and Peck and Pigtails Paper Trails says

    June 3, 2009 at 10:01 am

    It looks beautiful! you did such a nice job of decorating the table and the table looks fab all by itself!

  34. My name is PJ. says

    June 3, 2009 at 10:27 am

    I think I'm going to the thrift store today. You're killing me with your posts! LOVE 'EM!

  35. Sandy Toes says

    June 3, 2009 at 11:31 am

    Looks wonderful!!! Wow..you would never know it was ugly at one point.
    sandy toe

  36. Mandi says

    June 3, 2009 at 11:36 am

    STUNNING! Just enough sparkle. I love it and it looks fantastic.

  37. Pam says

    June 3, 2009 at 11:39 am

    It's all darling! But that lamp is sooo fab!

  38. Suzann @ Lavender and Roses says

    June 3, 2009 at 11:59 am

    Love that table and all the goodies on it.

  39. Janene says

    June 3, 2009 at 1:16 pm

    You have more patience than I would have had, by stripping all of that paint off! I would have taken the easy way out and just sanded, primed and painted!
    But yours turned out truly amazing!

  40. Kristi says

    June 3, 2009 at 1:23 pm

    I like your site so much! And, I love how you tell everyone how you found these beautiful and cheap items!!!

  41. ~Kristen~ says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:06 pm

    I love the table! I seriously need to start stalking the thrift stores and yard sales more often because I never seem to find these great pieces to make over. I am getting lots of inspiration from your projects!

    Check out my blog…there is an award there for you!

  42. Momma to Bug says

    June 3, 2009 at 2:10 pm

    Amazing deals, amazing talent, amazing decorating! I wish I had your luck and your talent…

    -Desiree

  43. Laura Ingalls Gunn says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:09 pm

    Oh what a fantastic job you did on the table.

    I am currently working on a chair but my chant is "It was only $20." Still I scrape and sand. 🙂

  44. Tausha says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:10 pm

    There is just something about finding things u love for a deal. Is there really anything better? Ok-how about everytime you find a great deal-you lose 5 pounds. Crap-I would be so skinny you wouldn't even be able to see me! Ahhh-dreams!!

  45. Jessica says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:36 pm

    So pretty! I'm glad to see your project with the table b/c I am fixing to revamp a chair myself!

    Go check out my blog and sign up for my giveaway! 😀

  46. Kinzie Sue says

    June 3, 2009 at 3:47 pm

    So lovely! Headed to Goodwill today. And to think I payed full price for those lamps when you got them for 12.99! I wish I could have found them at that price first!! Keep up the inspiration for us all!

  47. Natalie Jane says

    June 3, 2009 at 4:53 pm

    I can't wait to show this post to my mother. My mother who….hates target. I know. How I haven't written her off completely, I have no idea.

  48. Anna says

    June 3, 2009 at 5:08 pm

    I like everything!A fantastic atmospere!Bye from Italy

  49. Linda at Lime in the Coconut! says

    June 3, 2009 at 5:10 pm

    Me likey your new beau!

  50. Claudia@DipityRoad says

    June 3, 2009 at 5:14 pm

    Simply Gorg!! 🙂

    Isnt it fun when great finds find new homes and look 10K times better. I am sure they are so happy! (lol just ask em … i bet they will say "of course!")

    TTFN~~Claudia

  51. Paula says

    June 3, 2009 at 5:15 pm

    She's just lovely! I'm impressed that you saw the lines of the table for what they were and knew that a little paint (and some hard work) would turn her into such a gorgeous mud room addition.

  52. Amber says

    June 3, 2009 at 5:44 pm

    You have me wishing I could find an old table with a bazillion layers of paint on it. Props to you though, I probably would have just added a new layer of paint on top of what was already there. Ultimately beautiful results…I'm almost jealous.

  53. Jenglamgirl says

    June 3, 2009 at 7:43 pm

    HOW FAB. love it! its great to re-furbish furniture and see the end results. I love the lamp!

  54. Robin says

    June 3, 2009 at 7:53 pm

    Love how you put it all together. The table look wonderful, love the shape.

  55. Kristen says

    June 3, 2009 at 8:59 pm

    I tried to go to Goodwill – once. Real love means never having to shop in the "pack a gun in your purse" side of town. Love the table Chris..it totally looks like you. You should take a picture of you with your table, you know for when the relationship hits rough times later on down the road.

  56. Bay says

    June 3, 2009 at 9:07 pm

    Look what a little hard work can do! Beautiful. And the lamp, and the vase, and the bowl, all perfect! I wish I had this mudroom with all the fixins. It looks great!

  57. Pink Stitches says

    June 3, 2009 at 9:30 pm

    Classic, simple, beautiful! (plus what looks like some hard work!)

    Loving that gorgeous pearlised vase!
    Cara @ Pink-Stitches.blogspot.com

  58. Susan S. says

    June 3, 2009 at 10:37 pm

    That's beautiful! You got some GREAT deals…..and the end product is gorgeous. Now…the only thing you DIDN'T include was how much you spent on "paint stripper"..and with all those layers of paint you must have used a lot. LOL! Do you have a particular brand you like to use?

  59. The Momma says

    June 3, 2009 at 11:09 pm

    That's the same shade I just got for my lamps a couple weeks ago! Don't you love it? I do!

    I loooove your entry way, it's gorg. I'm extreeeeemely jealous. Sorta hate you. 🙂

  60. Willow Decor: says

    June 4, 2009 at 2:16 am

    You WOW me!! Stripped the table, painted it, accessorized and bargain hunted too!! Is there anything you can't do??
    XX-Gina

  61. Embellish-Vintage Home Embellishments says

    June 4, 2009 at 2:42 am

    Everything pulled together very nicely. Designer look on the Goodwill Boutique budget!

  62. BrnEyedGal says

    June 4, 2009 at 4:07 am

    WOW…I have to shop at my thrift stores more often…that table looks gorgeous now!!!
    Im new, wanted to say HI and that I just love your blog…so glad I found ya! 🙂 🙂 🙂

  63. Meg says

    June 4, 2009 at 4:57 am

    I too forget to take before pictures. The lamp was such a good deal! At our goodwill it seems that they sell things for more than they would be new at their original store haha. I think the vase was totally worth the $ because it's beautiful and very eye catching. I love what you did here!

  64. Tammy says

    June 4, 2009 at 5:18 pm

    I love it!! I have to ask, what brand and color of paint do you have for the wall & trim? I love it!!

  65. Christina says

    June 4, 2009 at 5:23 pm

    Great job on the table. Looks wonderful. Love the tablescape too.

    Your mudroom is fantastic.

  66. delightfuldwelling says

    June 4, 2009 at 6:35 pm

    What a cute little corner you created. The table and accessories are all beautiful.

  67. Sarah says

    June 4, 2009 at 7:03 pm

    I feel like a stalker. I love coming to your blog to see what new things you are doing! Your home is beautiful and I have to say your mudroom is by far my most fav to date. I have tried before to strip tables and redo them and mine have never turned out as super cute as yours did! WEll Done! I'm just waiting for the day Good Housekeeping comes and wants to do a spread on your beautiful place!!!

  68. Kristen says

    June 4, 2009 at 7:22 pm

    wow, I love that!! I think I need to go to Good Will to see what I can find!

  69. SoBella Creations says

    June 4, 2009 at 10:57 pm

    You did a great job on the table!

  70. Lil' Woman says

    June 4, 2009 at 11:25 pm

    Very pretty! 🙂

  71. Cherry's Jubilee says

    June 4, 2009 at 11:42 pm

    Girl ……….that is one funky fresh make over! LOVE the white…and I officially have mudroom envy……….dang! cherry

  72. Suzanne says

    June 5, 2009 at 2:34 am

    so so so so pretty! I am sure your house is amazing.

  73. Ruth Ann says

    June 5, 2009 at 4:18 pm

    A few of my local Goodwills get Target returns so there is a lot of good selection of Target items there! Never the awesome lamps though! You lucked out, that lamp is beautiful! Great look! It looks like you spent hundreds, we would have never known otherwise hadn't you told us!

  74. Sharon says

    June 5, 2009 at 6:52 pm

    What a great job you did on this, it is so beautiful!!! Sharon

  75. BeautifulWreck says

    June 5, 2009 at 10:37 pm

    You did an awesome job!

  76. The Graves' House says

    June 6, 2009 at 1:12 am

    everything looks so chic! great job.

  77. Melissa Miller says

    June 6, 2009 at 9:07 pm

    That is cool looking! 😉

  78. Gina says

    June 7, 2009 at 6:30 pm

    Gorgeous! I just attempted to strip my son's picnic table yesterday to repaint it and ended up with a not-so-stripped table and a HUGE blister. You are my hero!

    Just found your blog…it's so fun! I am all about a good deal too!

  79. Lauren says

    June 7, 2009 at 11:46 pm

    awesome finds!!! i almost bought that lamp at target!! It all looks so beautiful together!!

  80. Zeemaid says

    June 12, 2009 at 1:49 am

    girl, you are just amazing. I love your projects!

  81. Online Printing says

    June 24, 2009 at 5:52 am

    Aww, I think the table turned out fine! And I love the lampshade. It looks very sophisticated.

  82. Anonymous says

    July 15, 2009 at 1:49 am

    Take the tags off the lamp power cord (on the plub-in end)???

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