The Channing Snack Cabinet was the perfect fit for a coffee bar in our little kitchen/dining room. We modified the plan slightly by adding two inches to the height, and putting two drawers in behind a pair of barn doors made from plans by Shanty 2 Chic. The top drawer holds k cups, coasters, etc, and the bottom two drawers hold coffee cups, extra water bottles, and tea.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
The wood alone was $100, and we used some wood and mdf left over from another project.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
First we stained the cabinet with Minwax dark walnut, and sealed it with Shellac to prevent it from bleeding through the chalk paint. Then used white and yellow chalk paint (Americana Decor Delicate) and distressed with sandpaper for a vintage look. Then it was sealed with Annie Sloan clear wax. The drawer pull and knobs were a splurge from Anthropologie.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner