Welcome to our first "Do It Over Designers" Blog Hop for 2025! In case you haven't heard, the "Do It Over Designers" is a group of creative bloggers who love to recycle/upcycle/ DIY, hosted by Anne @The Apple Street Cottage. It happens the 4th Saturday of every other month and it's all about taking something old and/or unused and 'doing it over' into something new. Thanks Anne for hosting this wonderful blog hop!
OMG! I couldn't believe I came across this vintage looking stand at my local Goodwill for $4! It had layers of dust on the metal finish but otherwise in good shape! And a little bit of soap and water took care of that! I did go online to see if there was anything out there similar, but I couldn't find one.
I guess you're wondering why this stand is so special! Well, you've heard the saying, "a coat of paint does wonders?" It's one of the most transformative but simple way to update something! And, just take a look at the cool design of the stand in the next couple of pictures!

Imagine it painted in one of my favorite colors! A purple hue, lol! Since it's been so cold (in the single digits) and snowy here, I had to hand paint this beauty using a sponge brush and DecoArt Metallic Acrylic paint in Berry! Otherwise, I would have spray painted it!
Plus, this chic metal stand provides an attractive way to present a variety of foods. You can add a plate or bowl to display just about any type of dish! Especially if you want to highlight a favorite recipe and present it higher than the level of the table!
Be sure to visit all of this month's creative projects by the "Do It Over Designers" listed below:
Great find, Gail! I love the curvy lines of this stand and how you made it your own. Yes, a coat of paint does work wonders!
ReplyDeleteWow, Gail, that was a score for sure and your makeover is lovely. Paint really is a miracle worker!
ReplyDeleteA little bit of paint really updated this! Fabulous idea! Did you make the paper flowers in the background? Love those!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea corning ware was once available in such an awesome colour! Looks fabulous in its place of honour on your metallic Berry painted stand Gail! Like they were meant to be together.
ReplyDeleteI love this makeover, it's so pretty Gail!
ReplyDeleteGail, a lovely transformation. The color looks fabulous with your corning ware and platter.
ReplyDeleteThat lick of paint has really given this pretty stand a new lease of life. It looks great with your dishes. I think I would have been tempted to pop a plant pot in this stand but for a buffet this is even better.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful colour, a definite statement piece now! Rachel - Tea and Forget-me-nots
ReplyDeleteWow Gail, you lucked out on this find, I love the color you chose too. What a great way to add color to your table with the pop of color and corning ware dish. I am also digging the plate. It would be a great piece to put your jewelry on. So many ideas are filtering through my mind now. Great find!
ReplyDeleteWhat a unique find, I love the colour you chose stands out and makes at statement
ReplyDeleteYour decorative stand is very striking, especially with the metallic highlighting. It's nice that you can use it in 2 different ways.
ReplyDeleteThis project makes me smile. Not only is it very pretty, but it just makes so much sense to make the base match the glassware. The fact that it is purple makes it stand out even more.
ReplyDeleteLove this makeover Gail. The color is just perfect for your decor.
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