Years ago, before I started building solid wood furniture, I didn’t know any better and bought a pair of these nightstands from Target, made of particle board and a “wood-like substance.” They served us well for a few years, that is, until they didn’t. The other day, as I was sitting on my bed, I foolishly rested my foot on the bottom shelf and SNAP! There went the bottom shelf, and in came another excuse to build a new piece of furniture!
Naturally, I hit up Pinterest for some nightstand inspiration. I found I was drawn to bedside tables that had both a drawer and open shelf storage. I also found that I liked a more spacious, wide table. Below are a few examples I pinned.
I think something like this is one of my top contenders. I just love the classic lines, and wide, roomy design with two drawers and an open shelf:
This one from Pottery Barn is also beautiful, with its lattice design:
I love the long lines of this one from Better Homes & Gardens. Don’t think I’d go daring with red, but the overall structure is nice:
This Sidney Open Side Table from Ballard Designs is beautiful. I especially love its graceful, feminine silhouette and that pull out shelf for some extra hidden space is genius:
So a pair of bedside tables are now on my TO BUILD list. Which one do you like best? I’m off to find a plan to modify. Wish me luck!
I love the Ballard design, and if you make a tutorial I will love you forever!
Thanks, Julie! I’ll see what I can do!
Hi Jen! I know this post was awhile ago but would you be able to make a tutorial for the Ballard Sidney Open Side Table? It’s so beautiful but I totally don’t have $450 (x2) to spend!! Thanks!!
Thanks Stephanie! I’ll put it on my list!
I love the Ballard Design night stand as well. Just beautiful!
Jen did you ever make that tutorial on the Ballard Sidney Open Side Table? Would love it if you did.!
I love the first two. Good luck in finding a plan you like!
Me too – I think the 1st one is my favorite. Thanks, Briel!
I love the Sidney open side table.
Hello, did you ever do the tutorial on th sidney night stand. IMy wife and I love this table but its way too expensive
I just loved the first mentioned side table wooden tables always look fantastic in the bedroom.