This is what my daughter asked me when I told her that this little cart most likely held an overhead projector. I didn't even have the luxury of having an overhead my first years teaching and now kids don't even know what they are because they are so old.
Sigh...But the new technology means these little carts are obsolete. When I spied one at the thrift store I knew it would be perfect for a side table.
Some paint (I used Chalk Paint as my first coat--the red so thr paint adhered well to the metal.)
and a barnwood top secured with screws from the underside
transformed this out of date school fixture
into a fun rolling table. A bonus is the height can be adjusted.
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Love it! Did you sand any? Or did you start with the red chalk paint, then add the other colors? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteSo cute!!! No one can match your flare for color, I love it!
ReplyDeleteI would have never thought of adding barn board to the top...Awesome idea....Love the look!!
ReplyDeleteDenise
I love that. What a great way of transforming something ordinary into super cool.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great re-imagined piece! Wonderful work.
ReplyDeleteOh what a fabulous idea, I love the barnwood. Great makeover. I would love for you to link to my Inspire Me party that started today - - -http://www.astrollthrulife.net/2013/07/173rd-inspire-me-tuesday.html Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI'm in awe of everything you do Becky. The photos are also clear and staged well. Love this beautiful little table! Your creativity is so inspiring.
ReplyDeleteBest save ever!! I can't help but think how many of these carts will be kept out of landfills and look wonderful in homes because of your creativity!
ReplyDeleteAwesome job!
ReplyDeleteI have one of those in my garage. The best part is, it still has the overhead projector sitting on it. :)
Cute idea ... maybe mine might get something like that done to it when the time comes.
LOVE it!! My kids always ask me if things are from the "Old'n Days" like when I was young...'cuz I'm SOOO old. Makes me smile :)
ReplyDeleteYou certainly have the magic touch with stuff I wouldn't of looked twice at. From drab to fab for sure!
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Becky - I love what you've done with this little table. I am itching to get to work on a metal typewriter desk (I think)that I got from my father-in-law's garage. I plan to do the same thing you did . . . removing a particle board top and using old boards across the top. Aren't we blessed to be able to do this type of work? I LOVE it!
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Patti
way to go Becky! the side table is fabulous. I love the paint on the bottom shelf... mimicking the top of the table. clever, and oh so creative you are!
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gail
Wow, this turned out great! Love the cans of flowers too !
ReplyDeleteSeriously. You amaze me.
ReplyDeleteThe blendy stripey effect on the bottom shelf is so cool! What a fun project. asbestos removal Anaheim CA
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