This round side table makeover started as a $2 thrift store find headed for the trash. Read on to see how it was completely transformed!
I’m sharing this round-side table makeover as part of this month’s Thrifty Style Team’s challenge.
There are 14 budget-friendly home decorating ideas shared this month, so be sure to check those out with the links at the end of this post.
![before and after table makeover](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-14-735x1103.jpg.webp)
My daughter and I were out thrifting recently when I spotted this round-side table.
I know what you are thinking…it’s not very pretty.
![thrift store round table before makeover](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-4.jpg.webp)
But, I needed a little side table for my bedroom and when I saw the $2 price tag, I knew I could transform it!
If you are a regular visitor here, you know I have been on a decoupage kick lately.
It all started with a package of beautiful chinoiserie napkins I ordered from Amazon.
I have a love for all things chinoiserie, so I used them to make a decoupaged chinoiserie vase.
Of course I had about 20 napkins left so I put them to good use and made a fall pumpkin centerpiece and most recently, a few decoupaged garden pots.
If you haven’t tried this technique yet, give it a try. It’s super easy, and very forgiving.
Let’s get to the simple tutorial.
Supplies Needed For Round Side Table Makeover
- Table – or piece of furniture
- Paper Napkins – these are the ones I used
- Mod Podge
- DecoArt Outdoor Paint – White
- Foam Brush
- Polycrylic Clear Finish
![thrift store round table before makeover](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-3.jpg.webp)
How To Decoupage A Table Top
Start by removing the price tag and giving it a good cleaning.
You can use a little goo gone if you need to.
![thrift store round table before makeover](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-4.jpg.webp)
Give the table top a couple of coats of white paint.
The pretty napkins will show up much better if you paint it white first.
![decoart paint and foam brush on table](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-5.jpg.webp)
I love to use foam brushes, because they are cheap, but also work great on smaller projects like this table.
![painting thrift store table with foam brus](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-6.jpg.webp)
Continue to paint the entire table top and let it dry completely.
You can use a heat gun to speed up the drying time if you want.
![close up of white painted round table](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-7.jpg.webp)
Now it’s time to decoupage the napkins. Aren’t these so pretty?
They look like wildflowers.
![blue floral napkins](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-8.jpg.webp)
Start by removing the top layer of the napkin.
Most napkins are 2-3 ply and you only need the top printed layer.
![close up of napkins](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/How-To-Decoupage-With-Napkins-To-Make-Beautiful-Garden-Pots-720x540-1.jpg.webp)
Add mod podge directly to the table with a foam brush working in sections.
![mod podge on table](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-9.jpg.webp)
Place the napkin on the table and lightly pat it down.
I learned a tip of putting your hand in a plastic bag to smooth the wrinkles out.
![](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY.jpg.webp)
It really helps so the napkin doesn’t tear.
You will not get all the wrinkles out, but it gives it a slightly vintage look.
You can even sand it a little if you want.
![using plastic bag to smooth wrinkles](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover.jpg.webp)
![close up of round table makeover](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-10.jpg.webp)
Continue to cover the table with the napkins and mod podge, trimming off the edges.
As this table will be used for glasses, etc.
I chose to add a couple of coats of polycrylic to seal it.
![putting polycrylic on round table](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-11.jpg.webp)
A soft blue paint was added to the bottom of the table.
I lucked out and had the perfect shade of blue in my stash!
Don’t you love when that happens?
![bottom of round table painted blue](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-12.jpg.webp)
Here is a before and after to really show the transformation:
![before and after round table makeover](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-13.jpg.webp)
So, what do you think? Not bad for $2 if I do say so myself.
![finished table makeover with mod podge and napkins](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins.jpg.webp)
![round table makeover with decoupage with vase](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-2.jpg.webp)
Where Can You Find Pretty Napkins For Decoupage?
- Homegoods
- Amazon
- Christmas Tree Shop
- Tuesday Morning
- Kirklands
- Dollar Store
I hope you enjoyed this round side table makeover.
If so, please PIN the below image:
![before and after table makeover](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-14-735x1103.jpg.webp)
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![finished table makeover with mod podge and napkins](https://ourcraftymom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Beautiful-DIY-Round-Side-Table-Makeover-With-Napkins-720x720.jpg.webp)
Beautiful DIY Round Side Table Makeover With Napkins
I picked up a $2 thrift store table headed for the trash and gave it a beautiful makeover with mod podge and pretty floral napkins for a cottage feel. It makes a great side table, or bedroom table.
Materials
- Table - or piece of furniture
- Paper Napkins - these are the ones I used
- Mod Podge
- DecoArt Outdoor Paint – White
- Foam Brush
- Polycrylic Clear Finish
Instructions
- Remove the price tag and give it a good cleaning.
- Give the table top a couple of coats of white paint.
- Paint the entire table top and let it dry completely.
- Remove the top layer of the napkin.
- Add mod podge directly to the table with a foam brush working in sections.
- Place the napkin on the table and lightly pat it down.
- Continue to cover the table with the napkins and mod podge, trimming off the edges.
- Add a couple of coats of polycrylic to seal it.
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Kristin
Saturday 22nd of May 2021
This is such a pretty idea! I have one of these tables in storage and you just inspired me big time!
Mary Beth
Saturday 22nd of May 2021
This turned out so pretty, Michelle! I would never have thought to decoupage a surface like this....thank you for the inspiration!
Julie
Thursday 20th of May 2021
I have GOT TO TRY THIS, Michelle! The options are endless!
Kristi
Wednesday 19th of May 2021
This turned out ADORABLE, Michelle! What a fantastic idea...and I see these all the time at the thrift store. xoxo
Vicki and Jenn 2 Bees in a Pod
Wednesday 19th of May 2021
Decoupager unite! YES - we love decoupage projects too. You were so smart to think of doing this table. Definitely a beauty to be proud of!