Saturday, May 2, 2015

DIY Comic Book Table





I bought a new couch and wanted something unique to go with the living room. So I search around on Pinterest and saw a lot of comic book collage ideas covering furniture pieces. I loved the idea, but I did not like the clutter look of the collage. So here is my sophisticated take on a comic book table. 


So for all of you do it yourself lovers, this was super easy and super cheap! Plus, I get tones of compliments for it!








Supplies I used

  • ·         2 Ikea Lack Tables*
  • ·         Comic book pages
  • ·         Modge Podge Gloss
  • ·         Modge Podge Gloss Sealer
  • ·         Paintbrush
*The reason I used Ikea Lack tables is not only are they cheap, but they are stackable which is great if you need space in the living room.


Instructions:
Step 1: Pick your comic book pages. I found I only needed 6 pages per table. I mixed comic book covers and inside pages from two different comic books. I kept with the DC theme to match the living room mural. Lay the pages on top of each table to make sure you like the layout/match up. Once you have the design you like take a picture to remember and then remove the pages from the table.

 

 Step 2: Start by taking a paintbrush and using it to put Modge Podge gloss on 1/3 of the table. I did each piece in thirds. I went right to left because I am left handed and I try to avoid Modge Podge everywhere. 

Step 3: Lay the first two pages down and then proceed to layer Modge Podge on top of the pages. Makes sure you smooth out each page. Air bubble will get caught up and bubbly! Try to get the page as flat and smooth to the wood as possible.

Step 4: Repeat step Two and Three for all the pages

Step 5. Once you have all your pages laid down, do one last layer over the whole table. The more Modge Podge the better!



Step 6: Let it dry. I let them dry over night because I started this project pretty late at night.

Step 7. Screw the legs on and tada! You have two side tables!

*I would recommend getting plexiglass to put over, just for protection purposes. I’m planning to pick some up myself.