11 Creative and Thrifty Ideas for Bedside Tables
Bedside tables are the landing pad for so many of our things — cell phones, books, tissues and reading glasses, to name a few. And yet the tables themselves are rarely as varied as the stuff that goes on them. Why are we so engineered to accept a generic design of four legs and a tabletop for our bedside? This is one area of your bedroom that’s full of potential for expressing unique character. And few things pack more personality than one-of-a-kind repurposed items. So here are 11 pieces you can repurpose to create statement-making bedside tables that are sure to awaken your sleepy head.
1. Antique shipping crates. Shipping crates paired with cinder blocks and lumber are a memory for many as makeshift college furniture. However, this crate is casual and cool. The vibrant advertisement against the bright red wood floor provides the majority of color in this otherwise fairly neutral bedroom.
2. Industrial stools. XOJY used an old doctor’s stool to fit in a tight space between the bed and a built-in storage unit in a 620-square-foot San Francisco studio apartment.
3. Antique sewing machines. That antique sewing machine that may be hiding in your attic or garage can be put to good use at your bedside. It’s also a great opportunity to showcase a long-forgotten family treasure. The filigree of the metal base also adds visual interest and especially complements rustic bedrooms, like the one shown here, but also traditional and edgier contemporary bedrooms.
More Creative and Thrifty Ideas for Bedside Tables
11 Creative and Thrifty Ideas for Bedside Tables
