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May 9, 2012

my pool side beverage cart


I'm so happy with how my little bar cart turned out. All it needed was a good scrubbing and some spray paint.  I got all the rust off of the chrome with Brillo pads. They worked like magic. Now, I'm all ready for entertaining this summer. I've already stocked up on some of my favorite drinks. Not too bad for a little $12 yard sale find. my

The cart before, Kenzie is on the left

After - I used a flat black spray paint on the frame and handles,
and "Ivory Silk" and "Aqua"  Rustolium in a satin finish on the center panels.





Here's some more
summer bar cart inspiration
from pinterest:



















ciao! fabiana

29 comments:

  1. DIYbyDesignMay 2, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    That looks awesome. You did a great job. I have something similar...I can't wait for the weather to warm up here enough so that I can be outside and use it. Thanks for sharing at DIYbyDesign.

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  2. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️May 2, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    Super redo on the cart. The view of the pool looks very inviting :)

    Dee

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  3. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMay 2, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    Love the cart and what a great idea using it by the pool. Thanks for linking to the Open House party. xo, Sherry

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  4. AmandaMay 2, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    Love the cart! I've always wanted one that had a nice retro feel to it - and I love the colors you chose too!

    I would love it if you would link up at Watch Out, Martha!’s first link up party: Martha Mondays on May 7th! Hope to see you there! (www.watchoutmartha.net )

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  5. SandyMay 3, 2012 at 8:11 AM

    Your remake is perfect. Great job
    painting it also.
    Nice post, now all I need is one
    of those pools.....
    Sandy

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  6. Fishtail CottageMay 3, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    I love yours more than any of the others - what a great cart for your poolside.....hummmm? my next vacation might be in your back yard? lol Thanks so much for linking up to the Cottage Garden Party over here at Fishtail Cottage! xoox, tracie

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  7. AnonymousMay 3, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    Great job, it looks wonderful!

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  8. Chubby ChiequeMay 3, 2012 at 12:32 PM

    What a great idea. It turn out fantastic.

    I love bar trolley and I need to have now that our weather is warmer.

    TY for kicking my thoughts §;-)

    Happt TsS,
    /CC

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  9. Rosemary@villabarnesMay 3, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    Love the way your cart turned out.

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  10. Laura @ duke manor farmMay 3, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    Cocktail please! Awesome job on your cart. I am going to feature on my weekly wow's on Sunday.
    Laura

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  11. chateau chicMay 3, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    Great drink cart transformation. So chic!
    Mary Alice

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  12. Janel from NellieBellieMay 4, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    What a great idea! I have a cart just screaming for something done with it...you give me good ideas :). Thanks for linking to the Stinky Linky. My cart thanks you :).

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  13. AnonymousMay 4, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    I love it! What a fun and easy idea.

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  14. Laurel @ Ducks in a RowMay 4, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    What a difference - now I want a beverage cart!

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  15. DharmaMay 4, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    I want....over from Stinky Linky :)

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  16. AnonymousMay 4, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Great collection of bar carts. I even see mine there! It had become quite rusty, so it got cleaned off, spray painted silver and now looks very saucy!

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  17. KristelMay 4, 2012 at 5:34 PM

    Your Cart turned out wonderful! Can I come over to your party? Coming over form Tatertots and Jello.

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  18. Be Colorful CoastalMay 5, 2012 at 9:11 AM

    Really like the fresh take on your beverage cart. if only I had a pool. :D Actually, I am thinking a bar cart would be the perfect addition to one of the rooms INSIDE our home. Thanks for the inspiration and for sharing on BeColorful
    pam

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  19. MicheleMay 6, 2012 at 4:53 AM

    Your little cart turned out great. The redo was inspired. Wonderful job.

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  20. Jennifer OpsahlMay 6, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    Absolutely lovely! Thank you for all the inspiration! Newest follower to your blog :)

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  21. cgammeterMay 6, 2012 at 1:42 PM

    Hi Fabiana, I'm Connie at http://hotflashncraftn.blogspot.com/, a new GFC friend. I would love if stop by and be mine, too.
    Nice touch showing all the others, but your turned out nice. When's the party?

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  22. Athena at Minerva's GardenMay 7, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    Your cart turned out darling--I love the pink and the aqua together! And I like Tab, but haven't had any in years!

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  23. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideMay 7, 2012 at 1:03 PM

    I love your beverage cart! My son has a rusty one in his barn that I've been meaning to redo for our backyard! I'm your newest following, Blessings, Tammy

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  24. Nita StacyMay 7, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    I featured this today at Mod Mix Monday!


    http://modvintagelife.blogspot.com/2012/05/mod-mix-monday-49.html

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  25. UnknownMay 7, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    great idea and i love the way yours turned out!

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  26. Ricki TreleavenMay 9, 2012 at 5:22 AM

    Your cart is so nice! I like the inspirational photos, too.

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  27. Six SistersMay 9, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    The cart is so cute!! We loved having you link up to our "Strut Your Stuff Saturday." We hope you'll be back soon! -The Sisters

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  28. RobinMay 10, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    I am on the lookout for one of these. Yours turned out great. It seems hard to find one that's tall enough to be a true "bar" cart. Thanks for sharing these great examples.

    Robin
    Robin Flies South

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  29. UnknownOctober 1, 2012 at 6:44 PM

    Great post! Thanks for sharing!

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