In yesterday's post I showed you the bottom part of an old oak file cabinet that I found at the thrift store.
I pictured it with some vintage suitcases on top for a nightstand for my guest bedroom.
When I originally purchased the cabinet I was not intending on using it for a nightstand.
At that time I was most interested in the drawer.
Looking at how the cabinet drawer was made I thought it would make a cool shelf.
The face of the cabinet drawer is now the bottom of the shelf.
Lots of room for display.
And the wood slider piece in the drawer that held the files in place......I anchored it with a couple of screws so that it could be used as a mini shelf.
Now I have to decide. Do I use the drawer as intended in the cabinet for my nightstand?
Or do I keep it hanging on the wall as a shelf?
Well....I love the drawer as a shelf so it's going to stay on the wall for awhile. It can easily go back into the cabinet if I tire of it hanging on the wall.
OK, now I have a big opening to fill in the cabinet.
I guess there will be a post called "Oak File Cabinet - Part III.
I'm linking this with Debra @ Common Grounds for Vintage Inspiration Friday.
Have a great weekend.
Jane
I love it as a shelf. I would have never thought of that! Good job!
ReplyDeleteOOOh totally better!!!
ReplyDeleteI would keep the shelf hands down :)
Amy
They both look great, but the shelf is awesome and you can always find another base for the suitcases!
ReplyDeletewow! You are SOOO creative, so glad I stumbled upon your blog, very inspiring! I think the shelf is much better! I never would have thought of that, but now I am going to be keeping my eyes peeled for one!
ReplyDeleteno contest the shelf...just put an small overnight suitcase in the hole!
ReplyDeleteLezlee
boy your good girl!!! VERY INVENTIVE.. I LOVE IT!!
ReplyDeletelauren
Oh, I love the shelf! Much better than a night stand. Very creative,
ReplyDeleteBarb
shelf. it looks grand.
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing youre a junkin genius!
the shelf idea is truly inspired...now I will be on the lookout for an file drawer...wonder if an old rusty metal one would look just as good...!
ReplyDeleteIt needs to continue its second life as a shelf! Amazing how wonderful it looks on the wall.
ReplyDeleteYou never cease to amaze me! What'cha going to hang from the drawer pull?
ReplyDeleteLove the shelf!
ReplyDeleteWaiting to see what you come up with for Cycle 3!! I know you will think of something!
ReplyDeleteI'm really really lovin the shelf, I would of never thought to use it for a shelf, you inspire me...can't wait to see part III.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Melissa
Hi Jane, Oh, I love the new shelf. I loved the idea from yesterday too, but with your display it looks fantastic. You have such great vision, you amaze me. Looking forward to part 3. Tamara x
ReplyDeleteI am not so sure I would have bought it yesterday for $5.oo, but today I would have paid $50.....What a great eye! fabulous use!
ReplyDeleteCarol
I voted wall shelf too! Gosh you always inspire me!
ReplyDeleteI love it as a shelf, and the best part is that you can easily change your mind and use it for a nightstand! Maybe a little train case in the opening? I'm sure you'll think of something!
ReplyDeleteI like it as a shelf!
ReplyDeleteYou can put anything in that hole.
I can't wait to see what you do there.
Pat
The shelf is great but I like being able to see the front face of the drawer, so I am going to vote nightstand.
ReplyDeleteLove the shelf. I love it!
ReplyDeleteThe shelf is fabulous ~ it gets my vote!
ReplyDeleteI think you could still use the base under your suitcase...and I like Prior's idea of putting a small suitcase inside!
Have a great weekend!
Hi Jane,
ReplyDeleteOnly you could find so many uses for a file cabinet drawer. I love it as a shelf too.
hugs
Sissie
The shelf gets my vote and of course, I can't wait to see what you'll do with the base.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea Jane! Way to think outside of the box (or drawer)! I love all the old cameras, it looks sooo nice!
ReplyDeleteSusan
Oh Jane you will come up with something for the big old hole! I can't wait!
ReplyDeleteLove the shelf!! I like the nightstand also, but keep the shelf and fill that hole with something...I know you will find the perfect thing as always.
ReplyDeleteThat's it! Perfect! Love it! You are just too clever! It is so unique that way!
ReplyDeleteI like it as a shelf! You really know how to think outside the (file) box!!! :)
ReplyDeleteoooo I do so like the wall display. Very classy way to display a collection :-)
ReplyDeleteJocelyn @
http://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com
I sound like a broken record, but you are so talented! Love both ideas.
ReplyDeleteHands down the shelf however it did look great with the luggage
ReplyDeletehope you find another one someday
Janice
You are too clever Jane!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
It makes a wonderful shelf! You are the creative Queen!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend!
Warmly,
deb
I have come up with some unique ideas for shelves myself, but I have to admit that a file cabinet drawer would not have been one of them! Much more interesting than the nightstand, but maybe you could find an old basket to put in there instead.
ReplyDeleteI love both of your ideas, Jane! The drawer makes a great shelf. You could still use the cabinet frame to hold you suitcases and close the hole with a picture or shutter or something else.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
Hugs,
Julia
The shelf is very very cool! I like the drawer as a nightstand with the suitcases on top, but you can always use the frame and just attach an interesting piece of wood (or something even more creative that your awesome brain cells will surely think up!) to it to keep the nightstand idea. Looking forward to see what you come up with!
ReplyDeleteBest,
Kimberly
Hi Jane,
ReplyDeleteI Love Part Deux!
You have to keep it as a wall hanging shelf unit, it's perfect and looks fab u lous!
When do we get to see Part Trois?
Maggie
Wow I love both ideas but I think I would use it as a wall hanging then thrift some more and make a night stand you are so creative!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the shelf! Probably because you styled it so cute with all of your vintage goodies. Hope your weekend is going well.
ReplyDeleteJane, You always surprise and impress me with your creativity! I love this.
ReplyDeletexo,
Sherry
This is SO cool, Jane. You really have a way of thinking "out of the box" or cabinet in this case. When I saw it as a nightstand I was like "Oh yea!", but then as a shelf it's really a one-of-a-kind piece.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you're husband is doing so well with his new "vehicle". You guys make an awesome couple!
xoxo Debra
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ReplyDeleteI think a piece of burlap fabric would look nice strung across the opening of the cabinet, with a rod pocket sewn in so it can slide open and closed... the drawer looks too nice on the wall to take it down now! :)
ReplyDeleteoooo...that is a tough decision but I agree it looks great on the wall, besides now you have another "decorating challenge" to solve...which we know is so much fun :) Can't wait to see what you come up with! Laurel
ReplyDeleteHi Jane!~ I too have been so behind in my blog reads. I always enjoy my visits here. You are so creative and have the neatest things. Love these cameras, and I think the shelf is awesome. So nice to change it up. I look forward to seeing your for the next magazine copy cat challenge. Happy 4th to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteLove the shelf. What a wonderful idea!
ReplyDelete~Heidi
Just love this!
ReplyDeleteThat is just too cool. Now I'm gonna have to go out and get the one I have in the Barn and use it the same way. Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteMargo