The New Dining Room Server
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Today I’m showing you my new dining room server. Sometimes they’re called sideboards.
The first dining room server that I ordered from Walmart, in a gorgeous shade of red, was a bust. It was covered in broken fiberglass.
The second one, the one I have, is one I found at Hobby Lobby. Already assembled, it is the dining room server I really should have picked out in the first place—except I hadn’t seen it yet.
This one cost $199, while the first one was $130. I suppose they didn’t charge for the massive amounts of fiberglass all over the pieces that had to be put together, so the one from HL was $70 more. But it was oh, so worth it.
It is an excellent size for an apartment or other small home.
A Sturdy Piece Of Furniture:
It is quite sturdy and in a lovely rustic shade.
Thank goodness there was nothing to put together. After the Walmart experience, I will be wary of all furniture that needs to be assembled.
I love the galvanized features on the doors and the top. There is no wood to get scraped up on the surface with daily wear and tear. I love using it as my new coffee bar.
More Storage:
This one also has lots of storage. I have my daily dishware on the bottom, handy to grab and place on the table. I was looking for something different because of the dust, and I wanted added storage space.
There’s also room for dog and cat food and other kitchen items needing a permanent spot.
So far, Ivy hasn’t knocked any of her toys underneath it. There’s only about an inch open at the bottom halfway across.
It’s difficult to get a good photo in this narrow space, so every photo I have is a side view.
Hobby Lobby’s furniture is regularly 30 percent off, which was nice. I had not purchased furniture there before.
They are adding more and more furniture as time goes by—lots of modern and farmhouse pieces.
You have to really examine their work. Some of it is rather flimsy, but I think I lucked out on this piece.
Wood Tones Warm A Home:
I’m glad I found this one because it’s much nicer than the red one. I like the wood tones; they warm up your home. The galvanized features are a bonus.
Everything is lined up. Nothing is wonky or doesn’t fit well. Thus, I’m very pleased with it. I’m rather OCD about such things.
If a knob or anything else is not spaced exactly right then that’s all I can see when I look at a piece of furniture.
Now, what do you fur babies think? Mama had to work hard to get all the fiberglass cleaned up. Then, I thoroughly cleaned my vacuum and my Dyson hand-held vacuum.
Charlie does seem to like the new Sleep Number bed. It’s hard to tell with Ivy, as she isn’t in one spot for very long.
I have 100 days to decide if this is the mattress I want, so that’s good. They say it takes about 30 days to acclimate. And since I bought the cheapest mattress, I would have to go up instead of down.
The babies seem to be happy as long as Mama is happy. And Mama is pleased with this server in the dining room.
Fabulous. Looks so “Cozy”. Looks like you found the perfect size pieces of furniture to enjoy your Patio view. Your place is lovely. Enjoy and Happy Coffee Time. Cheers. Thank you for sharing.. wonderful inspiration. I wonder if your little ones are like mine when I am redecorating ..probably going, “there she goes again”.. lol
Oh my, I LOVE that server.
Love it!
Looks perfect.
Hi to the furkids from Bella and Buddy?
Looks great, glad you found something that works for you in your space!
I remember you already had a coffee bar there. A yellow one but you gave it away. Does this one have more storage?
That one was a curbside throw out find. Served its purpose for years. But the inside shelves fell apart, so it wasn’t giving me any storage.
So glad you have more storage with this piece of furniture.
Brenda,
I really like this one. You know I love the contented picture of Charlie.
Susan
Brenda, I love the new server. Much, much better than the Walmart piece…it was pretty, but small. I’m glad that you were able to get some extra storage space. I’m with you on buying from Hobby Lobby…some pieces are great, others, not to much! I bought a bookcase from them about 8 years ago and it has survived through all of our moves. I still love it! Love and hugs!
Such a nice and fresh look you have accomplished. I love the top of your bar, and all of your accessories. Your fur babies look very happy too ?. Enjoy it all!
Looks nice, great find, maybe was meant to be. I do admire your decorating style everything seems to belong together, put together with purpose and without being too “matchy, matchy. Charlie and Ivy look so comfortable in your/their home,
That looks really nice and I just love those French doors. Your place is just cute as a bug!
Pretty pictures of Charlie and Ivy. Spring is just around the corner as we’ve got tulips popping out of the ground here in Atlanta, I love it! Have a lovely afternoon.
Carol and Molly
xoxoxo
I absolutely love the new coffee bar, it is perfect! I missed the fiberglass situation, what post is that contained in? I didn’t know I ever missed a post, but with your new schedule I may been confused!
I am anxious to know how you like the new bed, I’ve always wondered about the sleep number bed.
Never mind Brenda, I found the post! What a mess!! Glad you went to HL and found something else!
I love Hobby Lobby I got my coffee bar there.
hi brenda, i love this! Great find and I love the patio doors in the background! laura
LOVE IT ALL…the whole wall and setup too!! Reminds me of my beloved grandparents home when I was a child…a place of love and safety!! Thanks for sharing!!
Love the new cabinet/coffee bar, the picture and shelves above it, and love the white mugs, too. So perfect, Brenda. You really nailed it!
I love your new cabinet. I love the rustic look. You do such a wonderful job of decorating and finding just the right piece to fit.
Fur babies are so adorable. Ivy is watching for those birds to come by. Have a wonderful day
I love it! IT looks fabulous! I haven’t been to hobby lobby in awhile so I will have to check them out! The coffee bar is a great idea, although I would have to make mine a hot chocolate bar as I do not drink coffee.
Charlie and Ivy look happy and cute!
That piece is gorgeous and fits the space so nicely. I also love the shelves you have above the server. What a nice coffee bar area you have!
Take care and have a great day.
I love your new server. I’ll have to check our Hobby Lobby to see if they have one on display. I like the fact that it has a galvanized top. The view from your living room through your dining area and out your atrium doors is so pretty. It will be gorgeous this summer when all your plants are blooming. I can’t wait to see it. Ivy has really gotten big and Charlie looks so cute and comfy on his little red bankie!.
That was supposed to say “blankie.” I knew I should have proof read before sending. lol
Love this look, Brenda! And all the storage, yes you nailed it on this one!
H Brenda! I love your new piece!! It looks absolutely perfect in your apartment! I love the shelves too! I am so happy you have a wonderful friend in Nathan!! Love the french doors too!! Hugs to you and your babies!
Jamie
A coffee bar – love that!!!
I love this new piece! I loved the blue cabinet as well, it was such a bright sunny piece, but I understand if it annoyed you. Did not know your new bed came, anxious to hear your thoughts about it. Enjoy the sunshine!
Love, love. love your new server…it is a perfect coffee bar! Beautiful and functional!
I love the new server! The combination of wood and galvanized features are fabulous! Looks lovely with the new table, as well. Enjoy!
I really love your new piece. It looks great!
Another thing caught my eye- the shelves that you have pictured with your coffee cups. Do you happen to have a link?
Got it at Hobby Lobby on a half price sale some time ago. No, I don’t have a link.
Love the cabinet! The small 3 drawer cabinet you have sitting on top, did that come with it? It looks like it was made for it.
No, I had it on my desk with office stuff in it. Got it from Hobby Lobby some months ago.
Very nice. I love the galvanized features as well. Storage is always important.
The babies look good.
I love it! Looks so convenient. You do a great job decorating.
Will you be letting Ivy out, when the weather warms up?
No. I signed an agreement with the rescue she came from that I would not allow her outside.