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    Home » Repurposed Furniture » Pedestal Stand Knockoff

    Pedestal Stand Knockoff

    Published by Gail | Published February 20, 2012 | Updated October 26, 2021
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    How to make a knockoff pedestal stand for a fraction of the cost (free if you have the materials on hand such as bed parts and scrap wood) #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #furniture #bed #pedestal #plantstand via @repurposedlife

    Wow, sometimes projects are so easy, they barely even need words to explain the details. Yep, projects like this pedestal stand can be done even by beginners if you just take your time and follow my directions.

    Remember "always measure twice, and cut once".

    how to pedestal stand

    When I saw this pedestal stand, I was shocked at the price. I had parts laying around to make something nearly identical. (for FREE)

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    bed rail

    I dug out this old bed piece from my stash. Doesn't everyone have such random items in their stash? I knew right away it would be perfect to make a pedestal stand.

    red pedestal stand project

    First, I cut the large bed rail down to size with my compound miter saw.

    scrap wood pieces

    Then, I cut some scrap 2x10’s into squares.

    To make the pedestal stand have a more "finished" look, I routed the edges with my router.

    After applying some stain, a combination of Jacobean and Mahogany, both from Minwax, I drilled a hole in the middle

    To get a good tight hold I used Gorilla Wood Glue

    pedestal stand

    I attached the pieces with drywall screws and allowed it all to set up. Generally you would use wood screws for a project like this. But I didn't have any on hand.

    easy pedestal stand directions

    As I said, I used the combination of Jacobean and Mahogany to get the top and bottom pieces to match the original bed part on this pedestal stand.

    It is SO MUCH FUN putting bits and pieces together. I did it with my Photo Display Stands, Candlesticks and More, and my Small Red Porch Post

    As I’ve said before—I don’t think I got to play with blocks as a child!

    What would you use this little baby to display?

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    1. Judith

      March 05, 2017 at 7:07 am

      Oh my Goodness Gail. I think you may have just mae me some potential money. I picked up one of these almost identical last week at the Salvo's for $4. I was going to paint it whit with some chalk paint. However I have an antique vintage market on this weekend which I now think with a new coat of stain I may fetch myself a lovely little profit.
      I am so glad I came across your post mant thanks for sharing.
      Happy days
      Judith

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      • Gail Wilson

        March 05, 2017 at 8:31 pm

        Yay Judith! I'm happy you found something to inspire you. Good luck with your show!

        gail

    2. Susan

      August 21, 2014 at 6:47 pm

      You go girl! ... You know I like it :O

      Reply
    3. Tina

      August 21, 2014 at 7:28 am

      Looks GREAT, I like yours better than the more expensive one.

      Reply
    4. Two Dollars

      February 25, 2012 at 5:53 pm

      Where did the screws go in? I see that you drilled the hole on the top piece but wasn't sure which way you did the actual screws. Thanks 🙂
      -Stefanie
      2ndChanceCreations.etsy.com

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    5. Meari

      February 25, 2012 at 2:24 am

      I would put a plant on it. 🙂 What router bit did you use to route the edges?

      Reply
    6. Sandi @ The Primitive Skate

      February 21, 2012 at 3:08 pm

      Hello Gail-
      What an awesome idea. You did a wonderful job. I picked up a 3ft. post,very heavy, and quite round (looks like it came from the middle of a pedastal table) or something at the goodwill for $1.99 and I have been throwing ideas back and forth on what to do with it. Thanks for sharing.

      sandraallen260@centurytel.net

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    7. Suzanne@Meridian Road

      February 21, 2012 at 3:16 am

      I'd put a couple of vintage clocks on it, and maybe a small plant if there's room. It's cool! And free~even cooler!

      Reply
    8. Corn in my Coffee-Pot

      February 21, 2012 at 1:07 am

      Is it sturdy enough for a plant maybe...or on a smaller scale a vase of flowers. Or a Fishbowl!

      Reply
    9. Evelyn

      February 20, 2012 at 10:52 pm

      What an awesome job you did! I bet it is better made than the one for sell. I found your blog on the linky followers blog hop and I am glad I did. I have been blog hopping for two days and I am loving meeting so many talented and amazing people. I am following you and hope that you take the time to hop over and maybe follow back.

      My Turn (for us)

      http://myturn-evelyn.blogspot.com

      Thanks, I enjoyed the visit.

      Reply
    10. Eileen

      February 20, 2012 at 9:54 pm

      Where do you sell, I have apparently missed that somewhere, LOL. I really love it and just the idea of how you did it was fantastic, but then your ideas are always great! I love reading your blog. Have fun!

      Reply
    11. Stephanie

      February 20, 2012 at 9:14 pm

      Looks just as good if not better than the inspiration piece! Such a versatile side table for anywhere in your house. Love it.

      Reply
    12. FineArtPainting

      February 20, 2012 at 8:28 pm

      Padded key 'n'cell phone basket. Nice and light. None harmed when the stand get's knocked over. Can move it around. Perfect.

      Rose
      http://www.FineCraftGuild.com

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    13. Eileen

      February 20, 2012 at 8:11 pm

      Gail, it would depend on what you used it for, I have painted a few stands before, it would also depend on how it was painted. I did a small table, similar to this just a little longer with two end legs and centered the painting so the top could have a plant or lamp or whatever. This I would have to do simply around the edges with something very small, I have that vision going on that everything needs painted, LOL. I love what you did, I think it's great!

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    14. {oc cottage}

      February 20, 2012 at 10:59 pm

      Very, very cool!!!

      m ^..^

      Reply
    15. Toqua's Crafts

      February 20, 2012 at 5:30 pm

      Whenever I see a stand like this I think of a plant stand... but I've got to tell you... I would NEVER pay that insane price!

      I actually think yours is better looking than the "original"!

      Reply
    16. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper

      February 20, 2012 at 5:25 pm

      that price is insane! your pedestal looks awesome! you are so good at what you d, gail... so so good!

      Reply
    17. Midwest Cottage and Finds!

      February 20, 2012 at 5:22 pm

      very cute!!! turned out better than the original...you have a great creative mind--i would use it as a plant stand...on a porch or patio.....

      Reply
    18. Becky@Beyond The Picket Fence

      February 20, 2012 at 5:19 pm

      What is even more shocking is that people would actually pay that price for it! Yours is perfect, for the perfect price!

      Reply
    19. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking

      February 20, 2012 at 4:29 pm

      Great job... again! It looks better than your inspiration piece.

      Reply
    20. Oklahomaredhead

      February 20, 2012 at 3:38 pm

      "Le sigh!" Wish I had your expertise at making things. I see a lovely plant stand for the porch!

      Reply
    21. Korrie@RedHenHome

      February 20, 2012 at 3:17 pm

      Yep, I'm thinking a plant stand, too! Now you have a "puzzle pedestal" to go with you "puzzle bench!"

      Reply
    22. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.

      February 20, 2012 at 3:03 pm

      You are the best at putting bits and pieces together and creating someting wonderful!

      Reply
    23. Nicole @My Thrafty Life

      February 20, 2012 at 2:38 pm

      I love it, it looks fabulous! I think I would have to put a big pretty white pitcher full of spring flowers on it!

      Reply
    24. Norma

      February 20, 2012 at 2:11 pm

      Fabulous! LOVE IT!
      How often do we come across material we could use for this?

      all.the.time.

      I'm posting this on Pinterest!

      Norma's Kentiques

      Reply
    25. Sylvia

      February 20, 2012 at 2:01 pm

      The first thing I thought of was a fern stand. Very cute and a great way to use spare parts. Another great Gail project.

      Reply
    26. Anne

      February 20, 2012 at 1:34 pm

      Hi Gail! Another fabulous idea!! Hey what kind of blade are you using on your miter saw? I have some maple pieces that look like the legs you've used, but I don't want to wreck them...

      Cheers!

      Reply
    27. Grammy Goodwill

      February 20, 2012 at 1:25 pm

      You did an outstanding job. I would use it for a special picture of my grandchildren.

      Reply
    28. Eileen

      February 20, 2012 at 1:19 pm

      I have a feeling I would be painting something on the top! What a wonderful thing, thanks for sharing!
      http://paintingbyeileen.blogspot.com/

      Reply
    29. Full Circle Creations

      February 20, 2012 at 1:06 pm

      Your stand looks lovely. It would look cute next to a chair to put your coffee on..or in a dark corner with a small lamp on it. Great use of your wood bits. And you can't beat the price.

      Holly

      Reply
    30. Terri

      February 20, 2012 at 12:59 pm

      Great job...isn't it gratifying to build something so cute out of miscellaneous parts? Not to mention the price of the one shown is ridiculous anyway!

      Reply
    31. Gail

      February 20, 2012 at 12:49 pm

      Wonderful creation! I love it when all the pieces fall into place.

      Reply
    32. Susan

      February 20, 2012 at 12:22 pm

      I love to see people recycle and re-purpose their bits and pieces. Your stand is very lovely.

      Reply
    33. jeannie maxwell

      February 20, 2012 at 11:35 am

      That's great Gail! I can think of 100 places and things I would put on top of it! You should sell them. I would scoop one up if I saw it in a store. Too cute!
      Jeannie

      Reply
    34. Kirby Dunton Carespodi

      February 20, 2012 at 11:35 am

      It's a perfect fern stand (very popular in the late 1800s and certainly great today to add greenery to a room without taking up a huge amount of floor space). I love it!

      Reply
    35. asliceofsuzi

      February 20, 2012 at 1:07 pm

      Nice work. Your carpentry skills impress and inspire me!

      Reply

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