Design on a dime is true to my heart. My home is full of my “finds” that I have repurposed and thrown into my decor. I love that they are one of a kind, interesting and, well, cheap!
A great way to save is by finding small end tables that can be put next to a sofa or chair or even against a wall. I just don’t see spending hundreds of dollars on a small table. When out and about, I always am on the look for a good, matching set of tables. If you find a pair, snap them up!
These little tables were purchased at a thrift store and they cost $14.99 – for the pair. I brought them home and applied General Finishes Seagull Gray. 
Distressing the details adds that pop of interest. 
The tops are the old, inlay leather tops. I happen to love these because when they are painted and distressed, they look amazing. The detail pops through and gives a pretty cool look to a piece.
Right now, I have them flanking my fireplace.
In the spring, they were in place against the sofa.
Last fall, I pushed them together to create a longer, almost console table, out of the pair.
Design on a dime!
Suzanne, I never tried distressing a painted leather top. It does look cool! Thanks for the tip. Also, what a great idea to push them together for a console table look!
Never would have thought of that. Keep up the good work! I enjoy looking at your posts daily…….
You are just so full of…..Awesome!!!! They are so nice and and Sharlee is right…I never thought of pushing them together for a new look.
great finds awesome makeover and i am stealing your birds xx
You were so lucky to find two! And so cheap. Awesome job as always.
The desk and chair behind your couch are really nice and I like the contrast to your white sofa.
The little flower medallion is the same as on my bedroom furniture which belonged to my father before he married my mother in the mid 50’s. I’ve long thought about painting out the set since it is showing it’s age. Nice job!
Gorgeous as always! And I think I remember that desk…B Altman, right? 🙂
Nice makeover Suzanne – the distressed details coming through the top are fabulous!