Pedestal Stand Knockoff
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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”.
When I saw this pedestal stand, I was shocked at the price. I had parts laying around to make something nearly identical. (for FREE)
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.
First, I cut the large bed rail down to size with my compound miter saw.
Then, I cut some scrap 2×10’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
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.
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?
Looks just as good if not better than the inspiration piece! Such a versatile side table for anywhere in your house. Love it.
Padded key ‘n’cell phone basket. Nice and light. None harmed when the stand get’s knocked over. Can move it around. Perfect.
Rose
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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!
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”!
that price is insane! your pedestal looks awesome! you are so good at what you d, gail… so so good!
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…..
What is even more shocking is that people would actually pay that price for it! Yours is perfect, for the perfect price!
Great job… again! It looks better than your inspiration piece.
“Le sigh!” Wish I had your expertise at making things. I see a lovely plant stand for the porch!
Yep, I’m thinking a plant stand, too! Now you have a “puzzle pedestal” to go with you “puzzle bench!”
You are the best at putting bits and pieces together and creating someting wonderful!
I love it, it looks fabulous! I think I would have to put a big pretty white pitcher full of spring flowers on it!