This is quite possibly one of the easiest DIY projects requiring the least amount of construction “know how” while packing the most designer punch! This table is a functional statement piece that will hold many family meals and dinner parties for years to come. So why bother make your own?
Well, for starters, compared to retail prices, tables like this one start at an upwards of $2300!!!
(Restoration Hardware)
This project, on the other hand, cost under $80 Canadian from start to finish! That’s cheaper than a good pair of jeans these day s for heavens’ sake! We didn’t have to wait around all day for furniture delivery men to deny scratching our walls either. The supplies were bought at a local hardware store and the whole thing can be completed in a short couple of days!'”
Dog Pillow Couches!
By the grace of God, my husband and I were blessed with a 1890’s original brick farm house for our first home. As for design style, we knew we wanted to keep hints of that rustic country charm reminiscent of the time period but also wanted to blend in some modernity. The hardwood floors were original but had been previously sanded and re-stained by the sellers and are in great shape!
As for furnishings, you can see we didn’t have much, lol. So to go out and buy all new was definitely out of the question. After scouring the market for ideas, we came to realize that we could never afford any of the styles we really liked.
Naturally, youtube.com or google.com would have a solution! Presto! We found this easy tutorial to make the table we thought would only be a pipe dream. We literally followed the instructions to a ‘T” with only a few modifications to suit our style and were so happy with the results!
Supplies to pick up;
- 4 – 2″x10″ @ 6 feet long (knotty pine, the “knottier the better!” *This will be the table top, it comes precut at this length! = Less for you to do!)
- 7 – 2″x4″ @ 6 feet long
- 1 – 1″x4″ @ 12 feet long
- 3” screws, 2 ½” PH screws, 2” finish nails
- Sandpaper varying grits
- Hammer/Saw
- Wood Glue
- Rag/Sponge for stain application
- Stain colour of your choice! That’s it!
– See full instructions
Table Tips
The knottier the better
Get your minds out of the gutter! I’m talking about wood, Pine to be specific. Try and nab the flattest or best planed planks so your tableware isn’t lopsided during dinner. (You can only blame the wine for so long) Having said that, you want to find planks that have more knots and natural grooves to add a rustic and natural character to the finished table.
Bumping elbows
A table place setting should be minimum 23″ wide but 30″ is considered ample if you plan on wider chairs. We opted for the shorter, precut plank table top pieces which left each place setting at 24″. It is admittedly a little tight but we managed to find perfectly sized studded upholstered dining chairs on kijiji.ca for a great price!
Couples team building exercise
For those that have never tackled a DIY with your spouse, this is a great test of a relationship! lol It doesn’t matter if the task is simple or tough as a newly wed couple personalities will at times clash. But it is all a part of learning and growing stronger together. Once its complete, you can both feel confident you helped to make the house feel like a home!
What larger DIY projects have you tackled with your spouse? How well did it go? : ) Comment below!
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Leslie
January 10, 2015 at 4:22 pm (4 months ago)You worked your magic on that table! I can’t believe it was only $80! That blows my mind. I love it! I’m stopping by from bloggy moms comminuty wishing you a happy Saturday.
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 10, 2015 at 4:55 pm (4 months ago)Thank you Leslie and thanks for stopping by! Happy Saturday to you too!!
Replysoph1003
January 10, 2015 at 8:12 pm (4 months ago)Love the table! Great job!!!
— on a separate note, I love that you chose the Precious Planets theme for your baby’s swing and high chair. I actually bought the same swing for my son!
Reply–Soph from http://www.sophiacoleblog.com
BrandNewMom
January 10, 2015 at 8:39 pm (4 months ago)Thank you soph1003! Lol sharp eye!! Some family friends actually passed those on to us! The swing was great while it lasted! They grow so fast!
Replysoph1003
January 10, 2015 at 10:32 pm (4 months ago)Right!!!
ReplyLINDA Pelletier
January 11, 2015 at 12:12 am (4 months ago)LOVE THE TABLE AND IT IS SO ROOMY
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 11, 2015 at 12:13 am (4 months ago)Thank you! !
ReplyDesign Worth Living
January 12, 2015 at 5:24 pm (3 months ago)I can’t believe how easy you’ve made this look! The table is stunning, well done!
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 12, 2015 at 5:26 pm (3 months ago)It really is too easy! I think the hardest part was getting the lumber home in my Nissan!
ReplySarah Ann (@faithalongway)
January 12, 2015 at 9:16 pm (3 months ago)This is gorgeous! I am in love and if we had the room, my hubby would be working on that ASAP. I love that you will have that table for a lifetime and have the special memory of making it together! Thank you so much for sharing this post at the Sat. Soiree & Social Media Share! I hope you’ll continue to join us every week!
ReplyLeesha
January 14, 2015 at 8:22 am (3 months ago)This is so beautiful! We made our dining room table, too, and I love it!
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 14, 2015 at 2:48 pm (3 months ago)That’s awesome! I’d love to see a picture!
ReplyErica
January 15, 2015 at 12:34 pm (3 months ago)This is really lovely! I just added all of the lumber to my Home Depot cart and the total comes to $57.00! That is insane for such a gorgeous table!
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 15, 2015 at 12:51 pm (3 months ago)Are you making one right now?? Yay! Post some pics in the comments!
ReplySusannah
January 15, 2015 at 6:22 pm (3 months ago)Oh my goodness, I LOVE the table! That’s exactly the type I want my husband to make when we eventually move.
Thanks for linking up with the Faith and Fellowship Blog Hop!
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 15, 2015 at 6:28 pm (3 months ago)Oh I’m glad you like it!!! You can customize it to suit your family’s needs!
ReplyChristie
January 19, 2015 at 10:01 pm (3 months ago)I love this table! It’s awesome and I want one, too! Just so you know, be sure to stop by my blog tonight…you’re my featured pick for the Totally Terrific Tuesday Link Party! I’m so glad you linked up to our party!
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 19, 2015 at 10:28 pm (3 months ago)Oh my goodness!! Thank you so much! I love your blog!
ReplyAmanda
January 19, 2015 at 10:17 pm (3 months ago)Beautiful table!! I’m stopping by from The Hatched Home, happy Monday!
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 19, 2015 at 10:28 pm (3 months ago)Thank you Amanda!! I’m going to head over to your site now!
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 19, 2015 at 10:44 pm (3 months ago)Hi Amanda! I can’t comment on your post about Blogging Platforms
ReplyLauren
January 22, 2015 at 11:31 am (3 months ago)Wow! Your table turned out AMAZING!!! I am beyond impressed you made that for 80 bucks! You go!
ReplyBrandNewMom
January 22, 2015 at 2:34 pm (3 months ago)Thank you Lauren!!
Replyjessbures
January 23, 2015 at 12:31 am (3 months ago)This is a stunning table!! Thank you so much for linking up at Totally Terrific Tuesday! I am glad to have you every week!! You always have new unique things in store for us!!
ReplyHave a wonderful week!
Jess
Lynda Hardy
January 29, 2015 at 2:41 pm (3 months ago)Wonderful DIY! Thanks so much for linking up to Awesome Life Friday! http://rchreviews.blogspot.com
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