Shabby Chic Tables

Please ignore the dangerous exposed outlet...this picture was
 taken a long time ago, when we were replacing cover plates!

Love the simplicity of this charming little piece

As Kevin and I were cleaning out the basement of our house, we found these awesome little tables, and I fell in love with them. They were damp and covered in dust and dirt, but with a little elbow grease they look brand new; well, brand new in a rustic sort of way.


I have always adored worn, rustic, blocky furniture, and would never dream of decorating my house in a sleek, modern style. Anything plastic, shiny,  particle-board, geometrical, vinyl, or modern-looking should burn. Anything chunky, worn, dated, and antique should be loved and cherished.


Apparently my preference of interior decor has a name- shabby chic. Shabby chic is a style of design where decorations and furnishings are chosen for their rustic and worn charm. It is similar to cottage-style decor, and pastel colors are preferred. Run a quick google search, and you'll see this has become all the rage lately. If you like this style, check out this shabby chic blog, for some great decorating ideas.