It all started when I picked up a couple mid century over sized drawers, my husband wondered what the heck I was going to do with them, so did I.
I decided to add feet and make side tables out of them. So, I told him about the idea, and although he didn't see my vision, he went along.
I then published the project on HOMETALK and they graciously shared the post and it kind of went viral. I mean they were everywhere!
I was so thrilled when Mary Janes Farm magazine asked to publish them in a special issue!!
And even more surprised when another magazine contacted me to publish them again. I had simply put them on the deck and snapped a photo and had always wanted to have some better staging. Since the pieces had sold, I asked if I could submit those photos, remake the project and then send new photos of the next set. I remade them in colors I like better and frankly sell better. I have submitted all photos and we will see if they end up in that magazine. ( I will be sure to amend post if they do)
Gather your needed materials
4 legs for each drawer
4 blind nuts for each drawer
wood for shelves
headless nails
wood glue
Mark off and drill hole for nuts, this will give you a solid mount for the legs, to keep them in place and keep more stability. Screw legs into nuts.
Cut wood to fit for shelves, glue and nail in place. Paint. You can remove drawer
pulls, but I left them on to show the unique nature of the piece.
Both sets were painted in Annie Sloan chalk paint and sealed with wax. The first set was Duck Egg Blue and Cream, the second set was Old White and French Linen.
blessings and thanks for visiting
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