On Thursday I shared a play-by-play in real-time on my Facebook page as I was making over this sweet side table. It was fun having everyone weigh in during the process.
If you missed it, I found this table at my favorite thrift store. I should take a picture of this place. It is so packed and the aisles are so narrow, you can hardly pass someone without frisking them.
It’s my favorite because I always find something there, and the merchandise is priced to sell.
This is the little beauty I found last week for $9.98:
Here she is after her makeover:
This is DIY chalk paint in Behr’s Cottage White. The drawer and harlequin pattern are painted in Annie Sloan’s Country Grey.
A light sanding and a coat of Annie Sloan’s clear wax finishes this piece off perfectly.
These are the original handles that also got a coat of DIY chalk paint, followed by a little sanding and spray acrylic sealer in a matte finish. So pretty!
The drawer was freshened up with some pretty drawer liner I found at TJ Maxx.
I love these curves , very similar to one of my favorite table makeovers, the step side tables I recently redid.
I show you how easy it is to get the perfect harlequin pattern here.
These were taken in my side yard. I installed this circular patio with granite blocks I recycled from our former landscape. (You wouldn’t believe the before!!)
Hope you love it as much as I do! Have a great weekend 🙂
XO,
Cindy says
Christy, I love how your table turned out! Harlequin is such a classic pattern. I’m a follower and I just launched my own blog this week, diybeautify.blogspot.com. I’d be honored if you’d follow along on my diy adventures 🙂
Cindy
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Cindy! I’d love to come check you out:)
Christy K. James says
Ok, just checked out your site and so far so good!! I already know I like your style…just keep writing and sharing, people WILL come! I’m following you on Bloglovin’! Good Luck 🙂
Abby @ Just a Girl and Her Blog says
Christy, this is amazing! You are so, so talented! I love the colors you chose, and the harlequin pattern is perfect. Have a wonderful week!
~Abby =)
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Abby! I’m looking forward to get our DIY on soon!! 🙂
Audrey Sterling says
Fresh and lovely! You got my attention at the mention of harlequin.
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Audrey! I’m a big fan of harlequin, too! XO
Kayla @ Home Coming blog says
Beautiful upgrade! Don’t forget to link up to The DIY’ers! http://homecomingmn.blogspot.com/2013/09/the-diyers-27.html
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Kayla… Already did:)
April Hoff says
Soooo pretty, Christy! I love your patio and hydrangeas too!!! 🙂
Christy K. James says
Thanks, April!! I’m looking forward to our link party this weekend woot woot 🙂
distresseddonna says
Beautiful transformation – love the color choices and the pattern.
Christy K. James says
Thanks so much, Donna! XO
Linda@Coastal Charm says
Thanks for sharing this $9.98 beauty at my party…wonderful look!!
Blessings,
Linda
Christy K. James says
My pleasure, Linda! Thank you 🙂
Andi says
Love LOVE! And there you go with the step-tables again. Next thing you’ll tell me the harlequin table was adopted. Or in-vitro… 😛
-andi
Christy K. James says
Lolololololol 🙂
Krista @ the happy housie says
Awesome Christy… the harlequin is perfect and I love the distressing and the way the handles look painted out. Fabulous job- once again!!
Christy K. James says
Aww thanks, Krista! I made this to sell, but as usual, I want to keep it lol! 🙂
Christy K. James says
Aww, thanks Krista! I redid this to sell, but as usual, I want to keep it! 🙂
Cara @ CraftDictator says
This looks great! I love the way you painted it! I”m co-hosting Tell Me Tuesday this week and you should come link up with us at http://www.craftdictator.com!!
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Cara 🙂
Susan says
This is just darling Christy. Great job!
Big Texas Hugs,
Susan and Bentley
Christy K. James says
Thanks so much, Susan! 🙂
Suzan says
What a beautiful makeover!!!
Love harlequin patterns on furniture – haven’t done it in a while – maybe it’s time again after seeing this!
LOVE!!!
XOXO
Christy K. James says
Thanks so much, Suzan!! I love the harlequin pattern, too! I have to hold myself back, because I want to put it on everything lol! 🙂 XO
Mandy Hank says
Christy, you and I must be on the same creative wave right now. I just redid a cubby with the same colors but painted stripes. I am still in the “not sure if I love it and should I change it stage”. I am loving your diamonds !!
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Mandy Lou 🙂 I originally picked this little sample pot up to use on my dining table before I decided to stain it first. (Secret: this is what I wanted to paint on my dining table…I was trying it out here!) I have a few projects that I feel the same as you do about your cubby, although I’m sure it looks great. Aren’t we always our own worst critics? Have a great week! XO
Robin says
Fantastic makeover as always Christy! I love the colors you used. Thanks for sharing on Fluster’s Creative Muster.
Christy K. James says
Thanks for taking the time to visit, Robin 🙂
Anne@DesignDreams says
Absolutely love this – the colours, the pattern, everything!
What is Cottage White like? It’s so hard to tell from computer screens. Is it an off-white? I’m looking for a bone white shade.
Have a great day!
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Anne! Cottage white is just a bit creamier than old white by Annie Sloan. I love it. Thanks for visiting! 🙂
Jan says
Wow! Just trying to catch up visiting my favorite blogs (yours is one), and you’ve been busy! First of all, I cannot believe that any place would seriously sell that beautiful little end table for $9.98. I wanna move where you live, geez! Second of all, I can’t believe how fabulous it looks despite you painting it all over. I’m a fan of dark natural wood and the thought of painting a piece of furniture makes me faint. But yours looks great, and I love the Harlequin patterned top and the slightly darker color you used on the drawer fronts. Just the right amount of contrast so the piece doesn’t read shabby chic blah! Oh listen to me, I’m a critic now, har 🙂 I’ll be by again soon. I can’t visit you at Facebook because I terminated my account there last November.
Christy K. James says
I’m really glad you like it, Jan 🙂 This sweet little table was in pretty bad shape so painting it was a good option. Again, thanks for visiting! XO
Kathryn Griffin @TheDedicatedHouse says
I love the Harlequin pattern! Beautiful job!! You are one of the features at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Hope to see your prettiness again at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
Christy K. James says
Woohoo! Thanks, Kathryn…a perfect way to start my morning 🙂
Feral Turtle says
Popping by from Pursuit of Functional Home! What an awesome find. I can’t believe you paid 10 bucks for that beauty! Love what you did with it too. Now I am headed over to your circular granite patio to see what other amazing works of art you have created!
Christy K. James says
Thanks so much! This was a steal of a deal for sure!
Deborah says
I love the harlequin pattern. The table turned out just darling! I am featuring it at my party tomorrow.
Christy K. James says
Awesome! Thanks so much, Deborah!! 🙂
Cindi Dukes says
Wow, I love your website. My friend told me about it and I am sooooo excited. Thanks for all the ideas and directions.
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Cindi! I’m so glad you came for a visit…I hope you come back and visit often. 🙂
Heather J says
I have seen these end tables 1000 times over the years but now that you helped show me how beautiful it can turn out, I’ll probably never see another one;) I’m definitely going to be on the lookout! This is so cute. I love that pattern!
Christy K. James says
The harlequin is probably my favorite pattern to use on furniture! Next time you see one of these, buy it 🙂