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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I dug out this old bed piece from my stash. Doesn’t everyone have such random items in their stash?
I cut it down to size with my compound miter saw.
I cut some scrap 2×10’s into squares.
I routed the edges with my router.
I applied some stain, a combination of Jacobean and Mahogany, both from Minwax– then drilled a hole in the middle.
To get a good tight hold I used Gorilla Wood Glue.
I attached the pieces with drywall screws and allowed it all to set up.
I used the combination of Jacobean and Mahogany to get the top and bottom pieces to match the original bed part.
I LOVE 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?
gail
see more bits and pieces projects here:
Judith says
March 5, 2017 at 7:07 amOh 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
Gail Wilson says
March 5, 2017 at 8:31 pmYay Judith! I’m happy you found something to inspire you. Good luck with your show!
gail
Susan says
August 21, 2014 at 6:47 pmYou go girl! … You know I like it :O
Tina says
August 21, 2014 at 7:28 amLooks GREAT, I like yours better than the more expensive one.
Two Dollars says
February 25, 2012 at 5:53 pmWhere 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
Meari says
February 25, 2012 at 2:24 amI would put a plant on it. 🙂 What router bit did you use to route the edges?
Sandi @ The Primitive Skate says
February 21, 2012 at 3:08 pmHello 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
Suzanne@Meridian Road says
February 21, 2012 at 3:16 amI’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!
Corn in my Coffee-Pot says
February 21, 2012 at 1:07 amIs it sturdy enough for a plant maybe…or on a smaller scale a vase of flowers. Or a Fishbowl!
Evelyn says
February 20, 2012 at 10:52 pmWhat 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.
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http://myturn-evelyn.blogspot.com
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Eileen says
February 20, 2012 at 9:54 pmWhere 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!
Stephanie says
February 20, 2012 at 9:14 pmLooks just as good if not better than the inspiration piece! Such a versatile side table for anywhere in your house. Love it.
FineArtPainting says
February 20, 2012 at 8:28 pmPadded 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
Eileen says
February 20, 2012 at 8:11 pmGail, 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!
{oc cottage} says
February 20, 2012 at 10:59 pmVery, very cool!!!
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Toqua's Crafts says
February 20, 2012 at 5:30 pmWhenever 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”!
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
February 20, 2012 at 5:25 pmthat price is insane! your pedestal looks awesome! you are so good at what you d, gail… so so good!
Midwest Cottage and Finds! says
February 20, 2012 at 5:22 pmvery 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…..
Becky@Beyond The Picket Fence says
February 20, 2012 at 5:19 pmWhat is even more shocking is that people would actually pay that price for it! Yours is perfect, for the perfect price!
Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking says
February 20, 2012 at 4:29 pmGreat job… again! It looks better than your inspiration piece.
Oklahomaredhead says
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!
Korrie@RedHenHome says
February 20, 2012 at 3:17 pmYep, I’m thinking a plant stand, too! Now you have a “puzzle pedestal” to go with you “puzzle bench!”
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says
February 20, 2012 at 3:03 pmYou are the best at putting bits and pieces together and creating someting wonderful!
Nicole @My Thrafty Life says
February 20, 2012 at 2:38 pmI love it, it looks fabulous! I think I would have to put a big pretty white pitcher full of spring flowers on it!
Norma says
February 20, 2012 at 2:11 pmFabulous! 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
Sylvia says
February 20, 2012 at 2:01 pmThe first thing I thought of was a fern stand. Very cute and a great way to use spare parts. Another great Gail project.
Anne says
February 20, 2012 at 1:34 pmHi 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!
Grammy Goodwill says
February 20, 2012 at 1:25 pmYou did an outstanding job. I would use it for a special picture of my grandchildren.
Eileen says
February 20, 2012 at 1:19 pmI have a feeling I would be painting something on the top! What a wonderful thing, thanks for sharing!
http://paintingbyeileen.blogspot.com/
Full Circle Creations says
February 20, 2012 at 1:06 pmYour 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
Terri says
February 20, 2012 at 12:59 pmGreat 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!
Gail says
February 20, 2012 at 12:49 pmWonderful creation! I love it when all the pieces fall into place.
Susan says
February 20, 2012 at 12:22 pmI love to see people recycle and re-purpose their bits and pieces. Your stand is very lovely.
jeannie maxwell says
February 20, 2012 at 11:35 amThat’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
Kirby Dunton Carespodi says
February 20, 2012 at 11:35 amIt’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!
asliceofsuzi says
February 20, 2012 at 1:07 pmNice work. Your carpentry skills impress and inspire me!