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Using Bar Carts in Different Ways

January 24, 2014 by Amber Filed Under: #projectcoastalchic, design, entertaining, organize, personal Leave a Comment

I have been working with a local client {#projectcoastalchic} to add some warmth and texture to her family room. When you first enter the family room off of the kitchen, there is one large wall that also sits next to a door to the garage entrance. I thought it would be pretty and fun to add a little entry spot/organization station for resting your keys, mail and anything else they may need. There are fun ways to make a station like this both functional and beautiful. I instantly thought of using the Threshold bar cart from Target!

Target Bar Cart
Not only can this be pulled out and used for entertaining guests, it will also be amazing to make this an organization station! We will be hanging a framed chalkboard above the cart, so the family can write down grocery lists, practice/game schedules and anything they need to know before heading out the door. When they have a large dinner party, this amazing cart on casters can be easily rolled into the kitchen/dining area for drinks and appetizers. It is without a doubt that bar carts are no longer a trend, but here to stay! Here are some creative ways to use this versatile furniture accent piece:
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Here are fun ways to use them when not entertaining:

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I think I may need to pick one up for myself! I love any and all carts, especially when they are brass!
What about you… do you think this trend is here to stay???
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  1. Danielle Oakey Interiors says

    January 24, 2014 at 4:29 pm

    I love that bar cart used as a side table. so cute!

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  2. Leasa @Simple Fashion and Decorating says

    January 24, 2014 at 4:35 pm

    Love all of the great ideas !

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  3. Nancy {at} powellbrower at home says

    January 24, 2014 at 9:47 pm

    beautiful Amber! I have a bar tray on my counter, but I still covet a bar cart. Great stamp of approval today from Emily Clark! congrats! xo Nancy

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  4. Simply LKJ says

    January 24, 2014 at 9:54 pm

    Love them. We purchased the Target bar cart and it is fantastic. Love the idea of using it for command central when not entertaining!! Would love to see how you style it.

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  5. Marin Smith says

    January 27, 2014 at 6:59 am

    Wow what a decoration! This is the better plan to make your room spacious and attractive. The selection of pictures home bars are really good. I ll decorate my room like this. thanks for sharing this blog. If you have better idea of room decoration then please mention them. Thank you.

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  6. The 2 Seasons says

    January 27, 2014 at 12:48 pm

    I am a fan of this trend. Now like you I am thinking I need to get one.

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  7. Dee D says

    January 27, 2014 at 1:56 pm

    I think using bar carts is a trend that will stay around for a long time. It's such a classy look. I love using the cart as a side table, too.

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  8. Brandi says

    February 2, 2014 at 8:02 pm

    I love my bar cart, but never thought to use it as a side table as well. Thanks for sharing.

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  9. Andrea Mowery says

    February 6, 2014 at 7:07 pm

    I think they make great side tables.

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