How To DIY A High-End Entryway Table On A Dollar Tree Budget

If there's one thing seasoned DIYers understand, it's that you can create a piece of furniture that looks high-end without breaking the bank. In fact, you don't even need a ton of knowledge or skill in woodworking, for example, to create stunning statement pieces. There are basic DIY home improvement projects that beginners can easily do. Among those is making your own entryway table with this clever Dollar Tree punch bowl hack. It looks luxurious, yet only requires a few materials, some of which you may already have in your home. 

For this project, you'll need around 20 Crystal Cut Punch Bowls from Dollar Tree, plywood, which you can get from Home Depot, natural sodium chloride ice melt, paint, and E6000 or hot glue. E6000 is much stronger and more permanent than hot glue if you want a solid hold for your entryway table. While it's not recommended to deck out the table with heavy items, this creative DIY can still make a statement. Not only is it beginner-friendly, but it's also a gorgeous addition to hallways and entryways, perfect for displaying books, decorative bowls, plants, or other decor.

First, you'll want to paint your thick piece of plywood and set it aside to dry. Feel free to choose a color combination that best fits your home's interior decor. Next, pour your sodium chloride into two bowls to add weight. These first two bowls will form the base of your table, so add enough to make sure they're sturdy enough to hold the top of the table.

From there, glue the top rims of two more glass bowls, and then place them upside down so they align evenly with the two bowls filled with sodium chloride. Then, glue the bottom half of the bowls and attach another bowl on top of that one. Repeat this process until you have two sets of 10 bowls stacked on top of each other. These will serve as the stands for your entryway table.

Once the glue has finished curing on your stands, you can paint both of them. Finally, construct the tabletop by adhering the bottom portion of your plywood to the punch bowl stands. It helps to measure the plywood so that they're set evenly.

As with any DIY project that uses paint, the color combo that you use for this entryway table depends on design preference. You'll want to consider the space's interior decor, including colors and textures that exist within the entryway. A white and gold color palette works for a glam home decor aesthetic, but you might consider using more neutral or moody tones. For example, earthy greens for the stands can pair beautifully with a neutral beige tabletop. Alternatively, you can use a single shade throughout to create a monochromatic statement piece.

When it comes to styling your entryway table, you may consider adding potted plants, candles, or charming vases. A table lamp is a great way to add brightness and visual intrigue, especially when you have other decor with matching hardware, like a brass table lamp with a complementary brass vase. It's important to note that because the table is stacked on top of several glass bowls, you want to refrain from putting too much weight on the tabletop to avoid damaging or possibly breaking the glass. Regardless, don't forget to hang wall art or a mirror over your entryway table to add dimension to the space.