Combining style and function is always a bonus, especially when that function is much needed storage. I always have some sort of crafting project going on, but with a 5 year old in the house I have to constantly stop and start these projects. This has resultes in 2 separate issues; 1. Having the project parts and pieces spread out over the dining room or living room tables is an eyesore. 2. A half done project and its parts tend to be picked up and moved and broken by others (who shall remain nameless) before I have a chance to get back to what I was doing. Creating a swanky storage ottoman is an excellent way conceal and protect your works of art in progress. With a quick trip to ReStore, you'll have all your materials needed to create one of your own in no time.
Materials Needed: I found all of the following at ReStore and are usual stock. I have also listed the prices I paid for each item at ReStore.
•Kitchen Drawer ($2-$5 depending on size)
•Particle board (large enough to cover drawer) ($2.50)
•Hinges ($.50 - $3.00 each depending on style/size)
•Table legs x4 ($1.00 ea)
•Fabric and any other embellishments you would like to add like upholstery brads or trim ($3.00)
•Crafting Batting or "Egg Crate" foam ($2.00-$5.00 depending on size)
•Spray Adhesive ($2.00)
•Finishing nails ($.75) or staples/staple gun or hot glue gun
[You will also need leg mounts to screw your legs into. I purchased mine from my local hardware store for $1.50 each. Also note that there are 2 different types of these mounts, straight mount (as shown in this example) and angle mount (if you are looking for a more retro style]
Directions:
○ Remove the drawer front, knob, and drawer slides from the drawer
○ Measure and cut your particle board to completely cover the drawer and sit flush on all four sides
○ Attach Hinges to drawer box and particle board lid (I used these concealed hinges that mount inside but you can also use door style hinges that can be mounted to the outside back of the box and lid)
○ Attach Table leg Mounts to bottom corners of box
**Note that the screws included are a bit too long and will poke through the bottom so a shorter screw will be needed.
○ Cut and cover your box with fabric using spray adhesive. Nail, staple, or hot glue down fabric on underside and inside of box. Secure end pieces in place with upholstery brads, nails, or glue.
* I also at this point removed my leg mounts and hinges and remounted back over the fabric but you can also just cut the fabric to go around the hardware.
○ Place your batting or foam to top of lid and cover with fabric. Secure it in place with nails, staples, or hot glue.
○ Add any finishing touches like trim or brads
○ Attach legs to mounts on bottom side and admire your handy work!
*** If you are planning on making this a gift for someone or just a little OCD and want a very clean and finished look inside and out cut your fabric for the box large enough to fully cover interior side pannels as well as additional pieces to cover bottom of box and underside of lid.
Added thoughts/tips:
As with all projects, make it your own. Try using different leg heights or even castors or chalkboard paint instead of fabric for a kids craft room. Decoupage pictures to the outside to make it a memory or keepsake box. Want to make it look like a vintage steamer trunk? Paint it or use a solid linen fabric, add handles to the sides, use old leather belts around the box, and mount a latch to the front. The possibilities are as endless as the materials found at ReStore to create it with.
Good luck and Happy ReStyling!!
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