Nightstand to Plant Stand

I hardly have a green thumb but have managed to keep some plants alive through the summer. Now with winter approaching my plants needed an indoor home. Traditional metal plant stands had crossed my mind but with two cats who like to climb that route promised a lot of dirt cleanup. While out at the thrift store I came across a great $7 solution.

 

This lone nightstand matches so well with our French provincial TV stand that I had to have it. I really love the look of wood and paint together, so I only painted certain areas of the piece and did a light distressing over the bottom detailing. This whole redo literally took half an hour thanks to everyone's favorite, chalk paint.

I used Americana brand chalk paint in Yesteryear. I wiped down the piece and taped off the tops and sides. I eye balled a few blobs of paint and cut it with water until it was the consistency of a creamy soup. I could have gotten away with one cost but did two anyway as this was my first time using chalk paint. I distressed the detailing on the front and left the rest and used the Americana creme wax on an old white tee to seal the paint. I purchased both Americana products on sale at Michael's. I have completely boarded the chalky paint train since using it for the first time! The Americana brand works great for both a distressed or smooth finish!

Happy crafting until next time,