As you can see from my previous post, I already have a bookshelf and a desk. You may also see I have a $550 budget, which in my opinion can go far if I budget wisely. Since I live in an apartment, I can't paint, so I have to get really creative with decor.
My first major task was finding an accent table. I originally had planned on a console table or a credenza type thing, but I decided against that. I just wanted something kinda pretty with some character.
My friend Lauren found me this beauty from Ikea.com:
At about $80 it's not super expensive, but I also have to factor in shipping ($15+) and tax. Or I could drive to Ikea, but it's about 2.5 hours away. Oh, and the dimensions are really small. Why would I want a 15-inch table? (Maybe that's a typo?)
Either way, I love the shape, but it's not all that cheap, big, nor convenient. I want cheap and easy. (Get your mind out of the gutter)
Yesterday, I happen to swing by Goodwill during lunch. The place smells like mothballs, and the one here in Beeville is alarmingly crappy, but I went anyway. Thank God I did because I found this beauty for $12.99 total!
Look at the beautiful scrolly details. (Ignore the scratches and stuff)
A close-up of the details.
I have big plans for this table. I immediately e-mailed Lauren my find, and I was thinking of being boring/safe and painting it black, but she insists on painting a bright color. I agreed because I think I need 1 piece of bright furniture to make an impact, sort of like this:
I probably won't start this project until June/after the wedding, but I am psyched. I can't decide on whether to paint it hot pink or turqouise, but I am going to use the method described in this video. I bought some of the supplies at Dollar Tree (sand paper, drop cloth, tack cloth), and the rest will be bought at Home Depot.
Stay tuned!
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