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From Card Table to Wall Art

September 29th, 2009 in blog, projects     
Junk_Sophisticate Candy Allen, contributor
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For the last 2-1/2 years I dreamed of artwork for my foyer with a 17 high ceiling.  No extra funds puts a slight damper on those dreams.   
Lo and behold a friendly person in my community left a pile of vintage card tables on the side of the road.  Glad the city is watching out for me. 
Once this black and white plaid beauty was spotted in the pile I knew where it was headed.  There would be an immediate change in duties for you, Mr. Table   
And it goes quite well against my new coat of paint, dont you think?
My new wall art...just hangin. 
And best of all, I could cut out the middleman.  No extra costs involved.
For the last 2-1/2 years I dreamed of artwork for my foyer with a 17 high ceiling.  No extra funds puts a slight damper on those dreams.   

For the last 2-1/2 years I dreamed of artwork for my foyer with a 17' high ceiling.  No extra funds puts a slight damper on those dreams.   
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See how to not only fill up wall space, but also add a bit of classic black and white art to your home.  All for the price of nothing.   

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Comments (20)

WhimsicalCottage writes: I'm going to look for a table like yours everywhere I go. I've never seen such a neat card table. And a great way to display it. Posted: 7:51 pm on October 5th
suewannabeinkc writes: Why do I always find good uses for things AFTER I've gotten ride of them? I had some of these years ago, but since they weren't sturdy tables, I got rid of them. Shame on me! I LOVE the plaid one on your wall!! It looks great with your background and trim colors and calls attention to itself as an art piece.
Thanks for sharing this!!
Joanne Posted: 3:06 pm on October 5th
Junk_Sophisticate writes: Thank you everyone. I am surprised by the great amount of positive feedback I've received on this post. Here, my blog and from guests at a recent party I held. You are all too kind.

Jim - Out of the stack of eight I found, there are probably five that have simple graphics that may be worthy of replicating. The cardboard tops are in bad shape on some of them.

Lani - That would be so cool if some had metal tops, however, they are all cardboard. Drats!

Janis - The party was last Saturday and it was fabulous! I was busy preparing up until the last moment...well even during the party. Approximately 40 people were there and unfortunately heavy rains kept us all inside. We still had a great time though. Thank you for asking. :)
Candy Posted: 6:05 am on October 3rd
roadtriplouise writes: Never would of thunk of this. Wow, I love it! Posted: 7:27 pm on October 1st
BraytonHomestead writes: oh, that is a fantastic idea. The combination of old and woen iwth bold and graphic is so hard to achieve. No amount of money could by anything cooler!

Karen Posted: 1:21 pm on September 30th
fellowjunker writes: Your house is gorgeous....your table divine. Beautiful as always Candy...how's that bday party planning coming!!??!!
xojanis Posted: 9:52 am on September 30th
CottageElements writes: Kathy, Kathy, Kathy . . . you are SO RIGHT! Ha! I want it! It would go perfect with all my B&W. If it goes missing, Ms. Candy, you know where it is! Great repurpose. I just want to know if any are metal? Or are they all cardboard? If any were metal, they'd be great magnet boards dontcha think? What a find! Awesome!

Lani Posted: 11:23 pm on September 29th
JunkArchitect writes:

Candy, this is the coolest idea I’ve ever seen for a table top. From what I can see of the rest you picked the best design to hang…perfect colors. I really like the look of plaid, it has such a soothing 1950’s look. I find card tables quite often at flea markets but none, so far, have had the great printed top like yours. Do any of the other tops have such great graphics?

Jim
Posted: 8:47 pm on September 29th
Kountryjunkers writes: We love this! I hope someone leaves some nice tables like that on the roadside one of these days for us!
Awesome! Posted: 8:32 pm on September 29th
DownHomeDIY writes: Your ears should be burning b/c I have been talking about you and your awesome repurpose. I went to a furniture presentation today and made them check it out on the website. I had found a piece of fabric there that looked just like this and of course had to spread some Candy love.
Thanks for sharing! We are green with envy on your find in NC!
~MB
Posted: 5:40 pm on September 29th
bluebucket writes: Your table looks great on the wall! Recently I bought a vintage card table with the scene of a ship on it for $3 with the idea of hanging it on the wall (it's just not there yet). Great post.

Doreen Posted: 5:24 pm on September 29th
sixsprouts writes: Love This! Something else to keep our eyes out for! Thanks for sharing. Jennifer Posted: 3:43 pm on September 29th
Junk_Sophisticate writes: Thank you everyone! I was thrilled to find the tables however I must say I had a "Elizabeth...I'm coming to join ya" moment when my eyes caught the black and white plaid one! I seriously knew right away what I wanted it for.

Kathy - Not sure what I'll be doing with the rest of them -some of the vintage designs are cool. Unfortunately most of the tops are warped or don't seem very sturdy in their current condition. It may be kind of cool to replicate the designs (ala JunkArchitect) on plywood though or other thin board because the legs are still wonderful.

Ya'll who are interested are all invited to come trolling with me anytime! But most times I find my curbside offerings when I least expect it!
Happiness to all!
Candy

Posted: 3:34 pm on September 29th
georgiamoon writes: Classy...very classy. Just love the vintage charm of this table in your foyer. What a great eye you have for using the unusual in your home. Great photos of a fantastic roadside rescue! Georgia Posted: 11:23 am on September 29th
RustyDiva writes: It never ceases to amaze me the endless amount of creativity on this site. I would have NEVER thought about turning an old card table into art but it makes total sense now that I've seen it. Hey ~ can you just take it off the wall when you need an extra table? ha Looks awesome!!!!!! Love the unique new use and am sooooo jealous at your roadside finds. I think I need to move to your neighborhood too! I am continually growing in the way I look at everyday objects because of this site ~ thanks Candy ~ great job!

Kenda Posted: 9:56 am on September 29th
monakent writes: I TOTALLY love the vintage table!!! What a great idea you had for this piece. I would never have thought of hanging it on my wall. And best of all, it looks super with your decor and the new paint color. WOW, you amaze me.... gailmarie Posted: 9:46 am on September 29th
DesignTurnpike writes: Love the character of this piece! Posted: 9:29 am on September 29th
oldnews writes: That is the most incredible find! I would have been so thrilled to find those tables, what a score! The plaid makes a beautiful statement on your wall, I absolutely love it! You are So lucky!! Marie Posted: 9:28 am on September 29th
chippingcharm writes: WOW...I seriously LOVE this...it looks so great "as is" in your foyer! You are so lucky with your roadside finds. Who else just happens to drive past a whole stack of vintage card tables??? I think I need to move to your neighborhood :) Laurel Posted: 8:55 am on September 29th
shabbychick writes: Candy - Don't let Lani see this...she's gonna want it!!! ;)

Anyway...amazing repurpose! It looks wonderful hanging in your foyer (I'm coming up for a visit - gotta see all this great stuff you're collecting - AND I want a tour!).

So, what you gonna do with the rest of them??? (inquiring minds want to know...)

Great save my friend!!

Kathy Posted: 8:37 am on September 29th
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