DIY Bar Cart for Outdoor Entertaining
Need an outdoor bar cart? Take a look at this bar cart hack using an IKEA baby change table and some simple supplies. Budget-friendly and perfect for outdoor entertaining!
Is it just me or has May zipped by? I can’t believe it’s already the final week of the OUTDOOR EXTRAVAGANZA! Ready for tomorrow’s link party? I can’t wait to see your outdoor projects!
Before you read on, be sure to check out my salvaged tool box planters and country garden party centerpieces if you missed weeks one and two. You’ll be able to see the other gals’ projects there too.
Today, it’s all about Outdoor Paint & Build-it Projects. I’m lovin’ my new-ish summer bar cart!
DIY Outdoor Bar Cart
Almost since the day we moved into this house, I’ve wanted an outdoor bar cart. Summer is when we entertain the most and, between the food, drinks and serve ware, we never seem to have enough storage room.
Bar carts take up very little space, can be wheeled around with little effort, and their stacked surfaces mean double the capacity. And they’re just so darn fun to look at too!
Being from Canada, our summers are gorgeous, but they’re way too short. I simply cannot justify spending a bunch of money on outdoor furniture when it sits in storage more than half the year.
So, whenever I come across items at Value Village that can be repurposed as outdoor furniture, I jump at the chance.
Most people in their right mind walk right past secondhand IKEA change tables at the thrift shop. Not me. I snagged one right away.
(That could start some good rumours, right? A little something to get the neighbours talking!)
I saw the makings of a DIY IKEA bar cart. See the two levels with a tray-like surface? Simply cut off the legs, add some casters and spray paint the whole thing white.
Next week, I’ll share a few more details of the transformation.
Update: Go here to get the details on how to make an outdoor bar cart using a baby change table.
Until then, take a closer look at what I’m serving up today….
Happy Hour starts at 5 o’clock sharp. Meet me in my back yard!
Need a bottle opener? No problem. Loving this handy hook!
Take a straw if you’d like.
A fun outdoor bar setup, right?
I wonder who our first guests will be? Did I mention I love summer outdoor entertaining?
Ready to see the other Outdoor Paint & Build-it Projects?
You’re going to love these ideas by some of my blogger friends. Be sure to stop by and say HELLO. We love comments!
Painted Patio Furniture by Fynes Designs
Gardening Bench by Craftberry Bush
DIY Bar Cart for Outdoor Entertaining by Satori Design for Living
DIY Pallet Anchor Sign by The Happy Housie
Recycled Magazine Rack Outdoor Planter by Echoes of Laughter
Garden Bench Makeover by The Blissful Bee
We hope to see you at tomorrow’s big OUTDOOR EXTRAVAGANZA link party!
Come share your projects from this spring and seasons past- plants & flowers projects, outdoor decorating & entertaining, paint & build-it projects, and so much more!
Sending you sunshine!
Genius! Now I’m kicking myself for all the change tables that I let slip away un-noticed!
Hey, I’ll let you know if I see another (or old TV carts/microwave stands work well too).
Love it! I’m drooling over the door in the background – and really kicking myself. I was at Chintz and Co last week helping a girlfriend furnish her new place and out back they had two old (yuckily painted) doors that were free!! And I left them!! GRRRR
Darn. I used to do that all the time until my husband said you can always take it back or give it away. My basement storage room is pretty much at capacity, though, so I need to be mindful for sure!
It would be nice if our summers were longer in Canada. I like to shop at Value Village. Your cart is very nice.
We do have beautiful summer days in Alberta, for sure. Value Village and any other thrift shop- love them!
What a great idea – good eye! I’m sure you’ll get a lot of use out of that this summer!
Yes, I’m sure every nice weekend we have!
GENIUS!! It looks fab, I’ll be over at 4:30, just so I’m not late for 5!
Sounds great! Wouldn’t that be cool if you really could?
Why yes, this is FUN, double right! I LOVE your bar cart Shauna, and what a fantastic idea. I would have loved seeing you tuck the change table into your car ;-) And yes, I’ll be there at 5 on the dot – how does tomorrow sound? Cheers, clink-clink!!
Bring some of your fabulous cocktail tumblers please!
Love this idea! When summer only last a few months in Alberta (when we’re lucky!!) it’s hard to justify spending so much on out door furniture. I am definitely going second hand furniture shopping this weekend to search for some pre-loved ikea gems. Thanks for sharing!
Good luck with your hunt. Garage sales are probably out in full force this weekend too!
Beautiful Shauna! I love that you added the bottle opener. Key to any summer entertaining :) Today is perfect weather to enjoy that bar cart :)
fantastic! i love the white against the pops of color from all the drinks… really makes it look bright and cheery!
That set-up is beautiful! Love that that was meant to be a changing table- looks MUCH better as a bar cart! Enjoy your day!
Thank you Erin! A good way to keep all those baby change tables from ending up in landfills!
I recently redid an old changing table and gifted it as a bar cart to my son for his new apt. He loves it!
A great way to recycle!
Excellent idea! I’m pinning it as well for all my friends who recently had a babies and I’m sure will be looking to repurpose their change tables soon.
Thanks, Samantha! Yes, let’s repurpose them so they stay out of landfills. Handy, since you’re more apt to have a drink or two when baby doesn’t need the change table anymore. Win-win!