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Easy Card Table Makeover

I can only imagine that Matt and I are not the only family in America with a less than stellar card table. In fact both of ours were hand me downs from grandparents and though they may have been fabulous in the 80’s, now they are really lacking in the attractive decor department. A few years go I picked up some vinyl table clothes with hopes of breathing new life into our sad card tables and once again life got in the way and I never recovered them. I recently came across the table clothes and decided it was time to move on with my project but there was a small problem, I no longer liked the table clothes I had previously picked out. Have no fear, after a quick trip to Target I was back in business and ready for my amazing, fabulous, incredible card table makeover!

Materials:

Card Table (old or new)
Damp rag for cleaning
Ratchet with socket
Vinyl Tablecloth
Drop Cloth
Spray Paint
Sand Paper – 180 grit
Drop Cloth
Hot Glue Gun
Hot Glue Sticks
Scissors

Instructions:

Give the table a good wipe down with a damp rag to remove any dust or possible cobwebs that may be lingering on the underside of the table.

Remove the top of the table from the frame and legs. (Be sure to store your screws in a safe place because you will need them later.) Most tables will be attached with a few hex screws that can easily be removed using a ratchet and socket or a socket wrench.

How to Tile a Small Table Top

Hello and happy summer pretty handy readers. It’s Jessica from Decor Adventures. With the weather getting warmer, I’m completing lots of outdoor projects these days. One DIY adventure I’ve never actually tackled is tiling, but I’ve always wanted to. Today I’m going to show you how to tile a small table top. It’s easier than you think and is perfect for the outdoors too.

Tile a Small Table Top Materials:

Small table
Tile adhesive (also called mortar or thinset)
Tile (enough to cover the top of the table)
Notched trowel
Rubber float
Grout
Grout sponge
Tile cutters
A bucket
Paint for the table (optional)
Water
Plastic gloves
Eye protection

Tile a Small Table Top Instructions

First, prepare your table. The small table I’m using was the one we used for my pet parrot when I was little! His name was Woodstock, and no he didn’t talk. I guess my mom taught me and my sister to talk instead :-). The table had sentimental value, so I knew I wanted to create something special with it.

DIY Lollipop Stand

Happy Spring folks! Jaime here from That’s My Letter back to share a fun DIY party decor idea: make your own lollipop stand. I promise it’s fast and easy and adds tons of charm and sweetness to any party.

This lollipop stand holds a ton of lollipops – 52 to be exact! You could probably even use this stand for cake pops. (The tutorial for the ‘celebrate’ script sign can be found here.)

Materials:

1 – 1 1/4″ wood dowel x 11″ long
1 – 1×5 cut to 4 1/2″ (or any scrap wood 4 1/2″ square x 3/4″thick)
white gloss spray paint
sandpaper
1 – 2″ wood screw
countersink bit
5/32 drill bit
pencil
tape measure
drill
glue
scotch tape

Instructions:

Step 1: Mark the center point on the 4 1/2″ square wood base. Read more

April 16, 2014/2 Comments/by Jaime Costiglio

Contributor, decor, Decorating, DIY, Do It Yourself, gifts, Home Decor, painting, Painting & Antiquing Techniques, Plants, Tutorial, Uncategorized

Knock off Garden Table

I often find myself searching online looking at furniture and decor on sites that I consider full of unique items. I recently came across the Anthropologie Partridge Garden Table and fell in love. The creative use of old mismatched legs was awesome. Then I saw the price; a mere $ 148.00. As cool as it is, spending that much for a plant stand is way more than I could ever justify. I knew I could make it cheaper and am excited to show you how to make your own!

Materials

3 different banister Spindles or table legs
10″ clock face round
Wood Glue
Nail Gun
Wood Filler
Painters Tape
Three different colors of Paint
Sliding T-Bevel Square
Miter Saw
Spray Paint (Rust-Oleum Rustic Mist)
Spray Paint (High Gloss Sealer)

Instructions

1. Lay out the spindles and decide which sections will be used for the legs. Read more

April 9, 2014/6 Comments/by Jacque Knowlton

Before and After, Contributor, decor, DIY, Do It Yourself, Goodwill, habitat ReStore, Home Decor, Painting & Antiquing Techniques

How to Stain a Basket

I admit it, I’m a basket addict!

Baskets are one of the best ways to organize and accessorize your home but they can be very expensive when purchased new. Thrift stores are a great source of affordable baskets but they are often out-of-fashion colors and can have missing or broken pieces. Today I’m going to show you how to take those old, thrift store baskets and make them a beautiful accent piece for your home.

Materials:

super glue
hand broom
stain
paintbrush

Instructions:

The first step in fixing up an old basket is to clean out any dirt or debris using a hand broom. Be thorough on both the interior and exterior.

Next inspect your basket for any broken pieces. Use super glue to repair any areas that may need it. Read more

March 26, 2014/2 Comments/by Melissa Riker