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DIY bar cart

Never let it be said

….that I can’t don’t won’t tackle a DIY project.

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While I do love going out to dinner vs. cooking…I cook. While I love going to the spa…I give myself facials & manicures (now & then). And while I enjoy buying furniture…I LOVE going to Ikea and putting the pieces together. There’s a certain satisfaction that I get from putting the pieces together. I’ve tackled bookcases, desks, and even entertainment centers. I still enjoy getting pampered, but don’t you DARE touch my tool box!

I had tossed our bar (bought) before the move. It was old fashioned looking and didn’t reflect the simple cleaner look that our new mansion demanded. So, last week I drove to Ikea and picked up a RASKOG cart. I’d seen it used as a kitchen cart and to hold cosmetics and toiletries in the bathroom, but I needed a bar that could be used both inside and outside by the pool for parties. Yes, I was going to make a DIY bar cart.

Ikea Raskog cart pieces

I was a little surprised at just how SMALL the box was. Maybe I made an error in judgement. Ikea is a master at small spaces and it is even reflected in their packaging. I was under pressure as I needed to use the cart within 3 hours of building it. After taking everything out of the box, my heart sunk. There are a LOT of pieces.

Ikea makes it simple.

Not only are the pieces just “slide together and add a screw,” but they even supplied the tool to build it properly.

Ikea Raskog assembly Collage

It took me approximately 30 minutes to put together. It probably would have taken even LESS time, if I hadn’t had a screw roll away (spent the extra 10 minutes looking for it).

Drinks anyone?

Raskog bar cart

For more DIY decorating ideas, visit a few of my favorite bloggers:

  • Easy Cinnamon Pine Cones with Essential Oils by Confessions of an Overworked Mom
  • DIY Bar Cart by Champagne Living
  • Thanksgiving Decor with Cricut by Life with Lisa
  • Easy Home Decorating for Thanksgiving by Controlled Confusion
  • Homemade Name Tags for Thanksgiving Dinner by Tools 2 Tiaras
  • My Six Best Holiday Decorating Secrets by Rajean Blomquist

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About Zipporah Sandler

Zipporah Sandler AKA Zippy is a lifestyle and travel specialist who after living everywhere from Providence to Paris found herself suddenly residing in South Florida (something she swore she’d never do).

Whether it be San Pellegrino water or Louis Roderer Cristal, Zippy suggests that you keep your life sparkling and your glass full.

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Comments

  1. Lisa from Life with Lisa says

    November 5, 2015 at 9:35 am

    You simply amaze me with your talents! I never know what you’ll do next!

  2. Rajean says

    November 5, 2015 at 9:57 am

    I love that color and have seen this cart at style salons, but I like it much better with booze! I may have to put this on my list. Did you see any other colors?

  3. Rachel Ferrucci says

    November 5, 2015 at 5:01 pm

    I love bar carts or bar counters lol. You did an awesome job all by yourself with this DIY!!! Go you

  4. Crissy Beam says

    November 5, 2015 at 6:03 pm

    Love that cart! Such a great idea!

  5. Ellen Christian (@ellenblogs) says

    November 6, 2015 at 7:45 am

    I so want one of these for my planner supplies. I never would have thought to use it this way.

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