Cozy by the Fire ~ New Hearth Table for the Keeping Room

Fall is such a beautiful season.

Here in the south the leaves are turning and it is a glorious sight to see.

These cooler temperatures make the perfect setting for a hot cup of cocoa and getting cozy by the fire.

I've been searching the house for a hearth table to use in the keeping room.

A table with enough room for a little something pretty and also for placing a couple cups of coffee and dessert plates.

From last Christmas to early spring, I used this three legged table.

It's pretty, but not the right choice.
It's too tall and obstructs the view when there is a fire in the fireplace,
too narrow for drinks or plates,
and a bit wobbly with only three legs.

The second table I used was one made from sewing drawers.

It didn't obstruct the view of the fireplace but it wasn't large enough for something decorative and also to rest a drink or two.  It was too small.

A few years ago we purchased several end tables at auction.
This table was painted to sell, so when I closed my shop it found a new home on the screened porch.

One morning while having breakfast on the porch it dawned on me that this table might just do the trick! 

The width and height are perfect, but being out on the porch she's gotten a little stained and dirty.

AS Paris Gray to the rescue!

After a couple coats of paint,

a coat of clear wax,

and a final coat of clear and dark wax mixed together...she's done!

Did I tell you I love the fall season?  Well, I do!

It's cold today,

the perfect temperature to cozy by the fire.

This little table does the trick!

It's just the right size for something decorative,

room for drinks

and doesn't obstruct the view when there is a fire in the fireplace.

Hope you're having a great week and staying warm!

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