There are so many vintage treasures that can easily become side tables.
When I first bought my vintage coolers, picnic baskets, camp stools and other items, I never intended to use them as tables. But these pieces have found their way into becoming versatile pieces perfect for holding coffee cups, books and candles next to seating around our home.
I’m excited to be joining several creative blogging friends for a DIY blog hop all around the theme of tables! You will love the variety of ideas shared. Find a full list of links at the bottom of this post.
Thanks so much to Chas and Tara for organizing each month!
I several pieces of vintage luggage that I love. They have been placed next to chairs and even next to beds in the guest room as a night stand. One can be used on it’s own or they can be stacked together.
I love thinking about what travels these pieces went on. What countries they have been to and what adventures they have seen. Remember the days of dressing up to travel and fly? There were no comfy yoga pants and hoodies for the ladies that packed these bags? It’s fun to envision the packing of a vanity case like my alligator skin tote!
My vintage camp stools serve more time as side tables these days than as seats. They work great to set my stack of magazines on or my book and sunglasses when I am sitting outside watching the kids play. I love how easy they are to fold up and move to new spots. If I start out in the front yard watching the kids play basketball and then move to the dock to watch them swim, I can bring my table with me. See more of our front porch this Fall in this post.
I have a soft spot for vintage trunks. This red one stole my heart right away at a vintage market for it’s size and color. One of the best parts about trunks is that they double as storage. Next to my son’s bed they can hold toys inside he’s not playing with now and keep his bedtime books on top. Trunks work great to store blankets in the family room while being able to set bowls of popcorn on while watching a movie. Here are some of our favorite lake movies.
My plaid, Scotch coolers might be my most used vintage item. I actually use them all the time. I take them to parties at friends and neighbors filled with drinks or my dish to pass. When we go downtown to watch the 4th of July Parade, I bring it along with beverages to stay cool inside. And it makes a great seat for while I’m waiting and watching. The coolers also make great and pretty side tables!
Sometimes I leave them as they are and sometimes I add a tray on top. I found this duck tray at the thrift shop for only $5!
Stacking picnic baskets is one of my favorite ways to make a table. I collect metal baskets and woven baskets. I love to mix and match the stacks with colors that go with the seasons or my decor. There are so many styles, sizes, colors and patterns it makes picnic baskets a fun thing to collect. There is always a new one to find. They are versatile too acting as extra storage when needed.
Take the Tour
Grandma’s House DIY– How to Remove Paint From Wood
Chas’ Crazy Creations– Side Table Makeover
Design Morsels- Refinish a Wood Table
Kippi at Home- Simple Ways to Update Furniture
The House on Silverado- Tiered Tray Entryway Table
Life at Bella Terra- Restoration of an Antique Table
Shiplap and Shells- Simple and Easy Ways to Upcycle a Garage Sale Table
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I love all these creative ideas! Will have to try some.
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I’m still looking for a little side table so thanks for some new ideas! I’m visiting from Grace at Home.
These are great ideas, your home is so beautiful 🙂 Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays. Hope you can join us today 🙂
I love it Kristin, and I actually have my grandpa’s old wooden suitcase as one of my side tables 🙂 I’ll have to remember the popcorn tin one. THanks for sharing and wonderful hopping with you
Your home and decor are stunning! YOur creative use of vintage finds is fun and refreshing. Your groovy alligator skin train case is my favorite. My mother had one like it. She told stories about riding the train, and I have some photos of her and her sisters all dressed up in front of a train. The adventures it had seen and will continue to see in your gorgeous home.
Happy New Year,
Kippi
Kristin, I love all your collections~especially vintage luggage and trunks. This is a favorite look, however, I don’t seem to have any vintage luggage. This must be a new find in 2021. Thank for sharing all your creative and fun ideas for side tables. Happy to be hopping with you!
What great ideas. I especially love the idea of just using a stack of books and the cooler. I love those ideas. So fun to see all of your cozy spaces.
You have so many great ideas Kristin! I love the vintage suitcases and stools, but my favorite is the plaid Scotch coolers. Thank you for the great ideas. So fun hopping with you and the other ladies.
All I can say is nice, very nice
Kristin, you’ve included so many great ideas! I love having out my vintage and inherited treasures where I can enjoy them, rather than packing them away. you’ve give me so many new ideas!
Fun hopping with you again!
Niky @ the house on silverado
Love all of your ideas! Its so great hopping with you, hope you had a great new year!
So many great ideas! But those vintage suitcases and red trunk have all my heart eyes. 🙂 I have a soft spot for both of those items, and I love the way you are using them for a different purpose. Thanks so much for sharing!