While we’re not big drinkers, we do happen to have quite a large collection of barware & drink paraphernalia. With no extra storage space in the kitchen, I used these shelves I was going to give to Goodwill to create a mini side bar in our dining room & display all our booze. Here’s how I did it!
before
* Because I didn’t want a solid black look, I sprayed only one coat over the entire unit.
In doing so, the original wood grain shows through a bit.
after
adding details
* Using Nickel Plated Steel Thumb Tacks,
after …after
Top Shelf: Tiffany decanter/glass {wedding gift 2006}, vintage crystal pitcher, vintage mirrored mat {1976} | Middle Shelf: vintage 70’s crystal ice container holding drink mixing tools | Bottom Shelf: Ralph Lauren crystal/gold trimmed champagne flutes {2006 – wedding} | solid wood shelves originally from Pottery Barn – years ago | Window panels/curtains & curtain rods are from Bed Bath & Beyond
Kristen
So you didn’t sand down our mini bar before you spray painted it?
Fashion Momma
you’re seriously a genious.
...love Maegan
Kristin …no, I didn’t need to because it was already wood …not laminate AND ..it was so old, any original varnish was gone
...love Maegan
thank you Fashion Momma 😉 xoxoxo!
ashlina {the decorista}
fabulosity woman! i love this!!!!
Tillie
very ingenious! I have a couple of those shelves hanging around our workroom…I think they totally need a makeover!
Katy
gah! I am DYING. I love this. I want to do this soooo bad!!!
elizabethashleyphoto
Love this! I have an old useless shelf sitting around…I smell a weekend project. Thanks for the great idea!
Tigerlily
Absolutely Gorgeous!
Andi
Wow, this looks so incredible! I have the exact same shelf I think (from Target?)–it looks quite similar anyways, and I can’t wait to do this to it!! You so need a book deal!
and ps-gorgeous photography on this, love the light!!
WhatWillErinWear
I’m so impressed! that looks so good… I want to make one!
Ugly Stepsister
I may have to take up drinking something beside beer. I was just trying to convince the hubby to get rid of his bachelor shelves, now I have a use for them.
drollgirl
GIRL! it looks fab! and it makes me want A SHOT OF TEQUILA! OR PATRON! anything but jack daniels, which tastes like gasoline!!!
P.S. LOVE THE STUDDDDS!
Adrianna Traxler
This is such a great tip for when I plan to move…It’s amazing how chic it looks after it had no appeal.
JAMIE
WHAT? WHAT? WHAT?
This is gorgeous! Incredibly gorgeous!
Wow. Bravo! I am so impressed I’m speechless!
Hannah
Ah! I love this. My boyfriend is turning 21 in January and I’ve planned on redoing old shelves into a little bar.
I’ve found some really awesome vintage decanters and all sorts of stuff. This makes me even more excited to work on it after Christmas break!
Emma at Daily Clothes Fix
Great transformation. When’s the party? Are we all invited? 😉
Iva
OMG I LOVE IT!! and you!!!
AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING!!!!
When you write a book, I want a signed copy! 🙂
Lyndsy
This looks so great! Thank you for the idea I totally want to replicate this for my place!
Violet
great diy as usual… im not legal to drink but this is so cool you should write a book
oh by the way i used you rihanna DIY you should check out the pictures i posted… thanks
XX
Vi from Cali
jennkrap
SO creative. seriously. your ideas WOW me.
Life is Reed-iculous!
um…awesome. i’m all about making my own nailhead trim. everywhere.
TK Kerouac
Inspiring!
FASHION SNAG
Great job!
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BlueVanilla
LOVE IT!! Such a good idea…very creative!
xx
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Francesca
um ok im copying you immediately
xoxo,
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Veronika
i absolutely love this! 🙂 great idea!
wdmk
The shelf is super cool…but whats up with the curtains? I love em! Deets please! 😉
wen
Heather
I love your diys and this one is no exception. Love it!
xoxo http://behindthelashes.com
Chattering Gem
This is AMAZING and BRILLIANT!
I have the same piece but thought of using it as a mini bar. Instead I use it my bathroom as towel, magazine and beauty product space saver. Lame.
Thanks for the idea. I will try something similar and share with you.
Jah 🙂
anhesty
great idea with the thumbtacks/nailheads. i love that look.
stacy
very cool!
Kez
What a great transformation 🙂
I am now wondering what stuff I can make over in my home!
Kris
One again a fabulous job by you!!
Kristin
So very swanky. Amazing DIY!
Posh-ness
Wow, this is nice. It would be killer if you place a mirror behind the case!
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...love Maegan
totally forgot the shaker in the first shot …I hate that …such a perfectionist over here 😉
Anonymous
fuckinggggggggg amazinggggggggg
blivbook
oh wow! how creative and unique!
We love it, and would totally do one when we move in together
Cheers, B & Liv
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B L I V B O O K: darling&diva ♥
Style Porn
Wow, this turned out fantastically. It looks pretty expensive!
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Purple Snail
Really stylish, thanks a lot for the inspiration!
Tania
Very goood idea!!!!!!!!
Leigh
It looks amazing.
bananas.
love it! i’ve been meaning to add the same “stud” look to the guest bedroom’s headboard. so chic!
la reina cotilla
amazinggggg Maegan, so love it!
Regards,
Ana
Gwen
Our alcohol never lasts long enough to display it! I have this weird obsession with keeping our wine rack full. I’ve bookmarked a lot of your home DIY projects for when I finally have a home with enough room for them. This one is on the list. 🙂 XOXO
Anonymous
One again you are dazzling darling. Keep these fab home decor decorating project coming.
Lucia
I absolutely love it! It’s given me some ideas! =)
Nikki Aimee
That mini bar is THE BUSINESS.
I ♥ it! You never cease to amaze me.
Caroline, No.
That is just so ace. You have so much energy for this stuff! x
Ines
I cannot believe it’s the same piece! Insanely awesome and chic; thanks for inspiring me to use what I have already, Maegan 🙂
p.s.
Would the spray you used work for a particle board piece also? Any recommendations?
~ Kelly Ann ♥
That shelf idea -is so creative- I LOVE IT!!!
I will be copying this idea
Kelly
http://kellyannstudio.blogspot.com/
Marissa
So clever! I just showed this to my boyfriend and he said “wow, that is awesome!” haha.
Such a wonderful DIY. Thanks for sharing, I’m looking forward to seeing your other renovated pieces 🙂
XXXO
...love Maegan
Ines …it would but you would have to sand it down really good first.
Amy Kay
That looks AMAZING. I’ve always loved your blog Maegan, most especially your DIY everythings! I recently got hooked on watching NATE and am looking around for something to decorate haha. Thanks for the inspirations:)
xoxo, amy
http://afabricofsociety.blogspot.com
J.
I love, love, love this! Such a great idea, and the result is stunning!
Babychen
You have such a great ideas!!!
I would like to see more of things like this!!!
best wishes from GERMANY 😉
Poppy
That came out great!!! I’m going to stud my bookshelf to jazz it up a bit. And when I get a bigger space I’m going to re-create that bar, it looks amazing!
Anna
Genius! i like!
A Journey to " A House of One's Own"
really cool!