Thursday, May 21, 2009

Here Kitty Kitty. Cat Bed Junk Project.


Meet Oliver! Oliver is a beloved member of my sister's family. Today he is a happy cat! With the help of Gail, my brother-in-law, and my sister, Karla, Oliver has a new bed.


I acquired this old table almost a year ago. I immediately had the idea of turning it into a dog bed and just never got around to it. I suspect you have a few ugly ducklings lurking in your garage waiting to become swans.


Well it didn't exactly become a dog bed...


The headboard is made from scrap trim measured and cut to fit between two legs.




I purchased four 4 1/2" finials at Lowes. Vintage knobs would work, as well. Gail cut aprox. 1" off leg bottoms to accommodate base of finials.


The 2"H feet are made from scrap pine and secured with wood glue and screws. Simple blocks of wood are a sufficient alternative.




Thanks to Gail aka Hardly Able Workshop the construction went smoothly. (Overall finished dimensions are 20"W x 29 1/2"L x 26 1/2"H.) FYI Apron is 3 1/2"H...perfect for holding our cushion.


After selecting my vintage fabric for the cushion, I chose Valspar Dune grass interior latex satin to match. I lightly sanded, primed, and painted.


To add a little pizazz I used a paint marker I purchased at Michael's to fill in existing router lines.


My sister made a cushion with leftover foam. Don't sew? Use a bed pillow. I know what you are thinking. It looks awful girly to be a boy cat's bed...


Oliver doesn't seem to mind.

I am packing this weekend and hitting the road for Minnesota via Canton Texas. Check out Margo's blog for our scheduled Canton meet-up. This week's winner of the Good Junk Seal of Approval is Jennifer Price. She is a brilliant junk artisan with amazing junk style. Don't forget Junk Revolution on-line store has junking tees for dad!

Since I will be traveling for a few weeks, I won't have a new post for a while. Thanks for all your junk and munch travel recommendations on the Junk Revolution message boards. I will hit as many as I possibly can without driving my husband crazy!
Peace,
Ki
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53 comments:

  1. Rocky Creek Scotties and Rocky Creek RamblingsMay 21, 2009 at 6:28 PM

    This is so cute!!!

    Thanks for sharing.
    Lynn

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  2. Stacey @ The Blessed NestMay 21, 2009 at 6:58 PM

    I love this project!! So cute!
    Stacey

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  3. AnonymousMay 21, 2009 at 7:47 PM

    Gorgeous cat bed. Love it!

    Carrie

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  4. MindyMay 21, 2009 at 8:06 PM

    Oliver has to be one happy kitty. Great bed! I love the color. And the cushion looks so comfy! ~Mindy

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  5. UnknownMay 21, 2009 at 8:07 PM

    This is SO CUTE! I would never have thought of that. I may have to check this out for my coonhound Cooper. Have fun junkin!

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  6. Lindsay @ MakelyMay 21, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    I love this! It would be so perfect for my dogs!

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  7. paintergalMay 21, 2009 at 8:21 PM

    Oh my gosh- what a fabulous idea! Love, love it.
    What were the dimensions of the table before you started?

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  8. It' an EvolutionMay 21, 2009 at 8:38 PM

    you just kill me...amazingly sweet

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  9. UnknownMay 21, 2009 at 9:14 PM

    OMG!!! This is such a wonderful recycle, reuse & repurpose project I've seen in a long time. I am definitely glad to have you on my Blog List. I am going to click on your "follow" button for quick updates to your site. This was a great makeover!!! Stop by & say "hi" soon. If you like what you see, be sure to click the "Follow" button on the right. Be sure to take a look around the boutique by just clicking on the Gold Frame of Porcelain roses on the upper right hand column. Enjoy your time there & stop by as often as you like!

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  10. UnknownMay 21, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    Ugh! I don't see a "Follow" button on your site. I will make sure I check in often manually.

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  11. DawnMay 21, 2009 at 10:07 PM

    Ki, that is a purrrrfect bed for any feline!!!!(or pooch)! Dawn

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  12. MargoMay 21, 2009 at 10:16 PM

    That is to die for, Kitty looks like he loves it. Great color too.
    You amaze me. Can't wait for you to get here.
    margo

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  13. AnonymousMay 21, 2009 at 10:59 PM

    Love Love Love this idea!! My Mikey wouldn't know how to behave with such a pretty bed!

    blessings
    mary

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  14. SueMay 22, 2009 at 3:48 AM

    That is SO adorable and clever. I never would have thought to turn the table upside down.

    Have a great time traveling and be safe!

    Sue

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  15. PDX prideMay 22, 2009 at 3:51 AM

    This is a great project! I linked to it on my blog (the Frugal Feline) through another page that has your link on it. Thanks for thinking this up! :)

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  16. MaryMay 22, 2009 at 5:28 AM

    I love this idea! I have seen beds made out of chairs but this looks even easier. Thanks for sharing this great idea to reuse an old table.

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  17. juanitaMay 22, 2009 at 9:51 AM

    I will be in Canton on Saturday and will be looking for you with my books in tow. It will be such a pleasure to meet you.

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  18. ChristinaMay 22, 2009 at 11:38 AM

    This is seriously great. What a vision. Love the green and pink too.

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  19. Four Paws and CoMay 22, 2009 at 12:35 PM

    This is an awesome makeover! Fantastic job too! ☺ Diane

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  20. WhisperWood CottageMay 22, 2009 at 2:23 PM

    This is so darn cute that I can't even stand it. Is it wrong to get a cat just so I can have an adorable cat bed like that? :)

    Amy

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  21. Prairie Girl StudioMay 22, 2009 at 4:42 PM

    absolutely ... positively ... BRILLIANT!

    i really really like this ... best not let my cat, who is also named 'oliver' see it, cuz he just wouldn't let me rest til he got one!

    you always make me smile ki ~ thanks!

    prairiegirl

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  22. Artsy Fartsy Junkin FindsMay 22, 2009 at 4:52 PM

    Adorable!!!

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  23. Tara @ Feels Like HomeMay 22, 2009 at 7:06 PM

    I love it! You did such a nice job; anyone would be happy to have a cat bed like this in their living room. :)

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  24. paisley penguinMay 22, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    Absolutely awesome bed. Great way to use an old table where you love a detail!

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  25. Lanette of Cottage ElementsMay 23, 2009 at 12:08 AM

    Great kitty bed, Ki! I think I'd have all three of my cats fighting over it. I'd have to make a king size one! Ha! Safe travels and have fun in Canton--I'm so jealous!

    Lanette

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  26. RosieMay 23, 2009 at 12:10 AM

    You, my friend, are a genius.
    rosie

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  27. {Bellamere Cottage}May 23, 2009 at 12:44 PM

    Well, isn't that just the most clever idea ever? I love it! That kitty's doing the happy dance now.

    Blessings,
    Spencer

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  28. AnitaMay 24, 2009 at 10:04 PM

    Super cute idea- espeically since these pet beds can be $150+. Safe travels...

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  29. The Summer Kitchen GirlsMay 25, 2009 at 7:43 AM

    What a riot! Great project!
    Karla & Karrie

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  30. fourkidsmomMay 26, 2009 at 9:33 AM

    Ki, I sent a link to this blog to my daughter who is cat crazy and she absolutely loved this cat bed. So much so that she has already made one of her own. Here is her blog if you want to see hers. http://jbfatcats.blogspot.com/2009/05/kitty-bed-project.html Thanks for the ideas. BTW, I also have gotten a table so I can also make one of the beds for our cat.

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  31. CaroleMay 26, 2009 at 6:53 PM

    How cute is that?

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  32. Terra the ReuserMay 26, 2009 at 11:07 PM

    Oh, this is gorgeous! This puts my suitcase dog beg (http://rubyurl.com/Cbpx) to shame! I love it! I don't think it's too feminine for him; It's very regal. I added a link to your blog from mine. Thanks for sharing such a great project!

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  33. TanyaMay 28, 2009 at 8:26 PM

    This is really cute and with 2 cats and 2 dogs at my house, it would come in handy!

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  34. Jennifer DeDonatoMay 28, 2009 at 10:55 PM

    very cute...i love the colors you used

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  35. Scarlett Fiona ReedMay 30, 2009 at 5:04 PM

    So cute! And he actually sits in it, which would so not happen in my house. Thanks for the cute pics!

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  36. carlita deeJune 3, 2009 at 12:54 PM

    Seen a lot of ridiculously adorable things in my day. This is at the top of the list, bed, cat, and all.

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  37. Lauri MennelJune 3, 2009 at 7:42 PM

    Brilliant! Love the finials. They really give the bed the regal look all cats require/deserve!

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  38. Trish GoodfieldJune 3, 2009 at 9:04 PM

    A four poster pet bed. Where's the canopy, your cat would love that.

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  39. selenakyleJune 5, 2009 at 12:44 PM

    saw this on apartment therapy and fell absolutely in love with it. i'm posting a picture on my blog (with proper credits, of course).

    cheers.

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  40. AnonymousJune 11, 2009 at 3:08 PM

    I have to say this is just brilliant.

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  41. AnonymousJune 12, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    I am super impressed. Our kitty would love a bed like that! Now if I can just fit another project into my schedule...

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  42. Traci @ The BakeryJune 15, 2009 at 10:25 PM

    http://livingthegoodlife5.blogspot.com/2009/06/after-of-before-project.html

    I MADE ONE!!! Thank you so much for the inspiration!!!!

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  43. Ann and BillyJune 19, 2009 at 7:18 AM

    That bed is so cute. I guess it would make a great doll bed also if the cat refused to sleep on it.

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  44. AnonymousSeptember 15, 2009 at 2:56 AM

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  45. Pet Shoppers PalaceOctober 4, 2009 at 7:32 PM

    What a clever idea. To turn over a old table and make a pet bed. http://tinyurl.com/4xvkkk

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  46. AcieOctober 9, 2009 at 6:02 PM

    Ive been trying to figure out the easiest way to make a four post style bed for a cat. this is genius! thanx for sharing!

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  47. Tracy Wills October 27, 2009 at 1:04 PM

    OMG! what a cute idea....it turned out great, love it!

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  48. jane´s dreamsMay 23, 2010 at 8:54 AM

    I adore the gorgeous bed you made for your cat. Happy kitty!

    I hope that it´s ok that I make a link to your page?!

    Best Regards
    Jane from Sweden
    http://janesdreams.blogspot.com/

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  49. Miss HellMay 27, 2010 at 2:49 PM

    This is amazing! I love it. I would also love to do something like this for my dog. He deserves a "special" bed like this. Thank you for the inspiration, I'm now in search of an old coffee table to make one.

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  50. IdairaJanuary 27, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    This is so cute!!! great idea! I have a little table and I didn't know how to recycle it...and now I have a great idea! thanks for sharing!
    Your cat sleeps like a king!

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  51. LelanieJune 22, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    this is super clever. Great idea. I need something like this for my little pooches. It's stylish and affordable. Double like.

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  52. BarbaraJuly 21, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Ki, I just found your blog and love it. I posted your cat bed to my pinterest page with the link back to you. I hope lots of folks click through.

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  53. AnonymousOctober 9, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Exceptionally super cute! I definitely want to try this out for my spoiled dog :D Thanks for this!

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