Thrift Store Gold
I finally got a chance to go to some thrift stores, something I rarely get to do with two toddlers. I was looking for a chair, but instead I found a great little table, which I was incorrectly calling a telephone table…it is actually a step table (but I think either works =) I got it for only $4.99!!
I forgot to take ‘before’ pictures…but it was just plain old 70’s style wood color. I spray painted it with Kilz and then spray painted it turquoise. Next I used painter’s tape to outline the rectangles and spray painted them with black chalk paint.
I forgot to take ‘before’ pictures…but it was just plain old 70’s style wood color. I spray painted it with Kilz and then spray painted it turquoise. Next I used painter’s tape to outline the rectangles and spray painted them with black chalk paint.
(love it)
Love the rainbow chevron rug? Thank you, Bubbly Blonde Teacher!!
I used a paint pen to outline the rectangles…acrylic paint for the bog circles and voila!
I also bought cardstock (sort of) type banners at Target from the Party aisle and have them now across my windows!
And the last thing I worked on (that I took a picture of) is the first day frame…I had to jump on the bandwagon and make one!
Linking up a little late with Miss Nelson (whose room is TDF)
Check out the party:
I love the table! Can I pay you to make me one?
Wow-wow-wow jenn everything looks amazing!
I think we can all thank Alisha for that adorable rug! haha I have one too…lol
Love the furniture makeover! =)
Ginger Snaps
What a great table for a such a cheap price! It looks awesome.
EmilyK
I love that table!! I'm a huge fan of polka dots. Your first day frame came out FABULOUS too!! 🙂
Lisa
Learning Is Something to Treasure
Love the table!! Great job! I've got to start hitting these thrift shops! I've seen so much great stuff in blogland!
Laura
Peace, Love, and First Grade
The table is adorable! I just got a frame to make a frist day frame too! Everything looks great!!
Heather
I’m having a giveaway! I’d love for you to enter
The Busy Busy Hive
Love it! Nice work. I am having a linky party about reading and writing workshop and would love for you to come link up!
Lindsay
My Life as a Third Grade Teacher
Great Job on the table. I love it.
Sue
theverybusykindergarten
Love the table – so cute! 🙂
My Kindergarten Kids
I love it all!!!!
Erica
Sprinkles to Kindergarten
erica_crowder0612@yahoo.com
LOVE! Everything is so adorable.
You are too creative! 🙂
Erin
I love the picture frame and I may have to copy this idea!! The table is awesome! I remember my grandmother having a table just like that except spray paint blue:)
I'm laughing so hard right now–I just got the same rug because I saw it on Ginger's blog who saw it on Alisha's (thanks again Alisha)! I had to get 2. It's seriously the cutest little rug I ever had.
I LOVE your table! So, so creative! 🙂
Amazing stuff! Love the frame and that table!
What a great idea with the table, I used to have one of those in college, lol! I saw the rug peeking out in the first pic before I read it and smiled. It really is a good find:)
Aloha,
Corinna
Surfin' Through Second
I'm in love with your table. Great find. It's precious. Your room is awesome. If you get a chance come link up.
http://www.missnelsonsgotthecamera.blogspot.com/2012/08/the-after.html
OMG we had that exact table in my living room when I was growing up. Now I wish I had kept it. Great job with the makeover.
✰ Stacy
Simpson Superstars
Your table came out super cute!!! And I love the frame, too!
Jenn
Finally in First
That table turned out super cute! I love the turquoise with black and white polka dots. Such a fun combo. I think I also need one of those first day picture frames. I love photo ops!
Also, TpT is having a back to school sale and I am having a linky party for bloggers that are also hosting sales in their store. I'd love you to come link up if you are planning a sale!
TpT Sale Linky
Thanks!
Amanda
First Grade Garden
What a steal! That table turned out great!
I just bought my frame to do the same thing. Love it!
❤Dragonflies in First ❤
I love the table!! It's too cute!!!!
Angela
The Daily Alphabet
I love those picture frames! I think it is so cool!
Looks awesome! I love that little table!!!
Megan
Mrs. Wheeler’s First Grade
Mrs. Wheeler TpT
DESIGN STAR!!! KUDOS to you! I'd love to see your room in person!
Stop by and visit my Blog anytime!
SMILES!
Your new thrift store table is adorable!!! And I just love that frame!
Kerri B
Teacherbitsandbobs
Jennifer! You're so talented. That's the cutest table Ii've ever seen.
❀Barbara❀
Grade ONEderful
Ruby Slippers Blog Designs
Hi Jennifer,
I saw that you have McDonald's fry holders on your wall, they look great! What do you use them for? Your room looks amazing!
Thank you!!!
Lesley
thepaperplayers@yahoo.ca
Thanks for linking up. Good Luck!
LOVE the table:) I want one!!!
I would love it if you looked at my latest post and offered ANY advice you have got!! Love your creativity! Thank you 🙂
Reflections at Recess
Great work! Your room looks so cute!
Shibahn
http://www.landoflearning.wordpress.com
Love, love, love the table and the thrift store. I have been doing almost ALL of my teacher decorating thanks to the thrift store – I just blogged about a Dr. Seuss shelf I created that cost me $3 for my classroom. LOVE it. Once again… LOVE the table. So cute.
Emily
Tangled with Teaching
Hi Jen!!!!
I love what you did witht the telephone table…too cute
First Grade Journal
Girl…that step table is adorable!
A Pirates Life for Us
I love your table! I have the same little flags from Target!
Yeehaw! Teaching in Texas
Please oh please tell me where I can get that carpet!!
Hey! If you are talking about the chevron rainbow rug…it is at Big Lots!=)
Jennifer
Hey Jennifer! I have been reading through as many of your blog posts as possible! My new hobby!!I love everything about your teaching style and classroom decor. I am curious what you use the step table for in your classroom?
Thank you,
Jolene
Before moving to my current classroom I used it as a part of my writing station. A couple of kids could sit on the floor around it and use it as a desk. Now I use it as a table to hold what I need for my carpet time. Hope that helps!