Nesting side tables with cute cottage charm for your living room! DIY plans to build these nesting end tables inspired by Pottery Barn Pratt Nesting Side Tables.

Preparation
SMALL TABLE
2 - 2x2 @ 8 feet long
1 – 2x4 @ 4 feet long
1 – 1x4 @ 8 feet long
1 – stick 5/8” cove base moulding @ 6 feet long
LARGE TABLE
1 - 2x2 @ 8 feet long
1 – 2x4 @ 8 feet or stud length
1 – 1x4 @ 10 feet long (if you are building small table, you can buy an 8 footer and use scraps from small table)
1 – stick 5/8” cove base moulding @ 6 feet long
1 – 1x2 @ 8 feet long
FOR BOTH
2” screws
1 ¼” finish nails
SMALL TABLE
4 – 2x2 @ 20”
2 – 2x4 @ 12”
2 – 2x4 @ 11”
4 – 1x4 @ 15”
5/8” cove moulding cut to fit4 – 2x2 @ 24 3/4”
LARGE TABLE
2 – 2x4 @ 17”
3 – 2x4 @ 14 1/2”
5 – 1x4 @ 20”
5/8” cove moulding cut to fit
6 – 1x2 @ 7” (Longest point to longest point, both ends cut at 45 degrees off square, ends NOT parallel)
2 – 1x2 @ 14 ½”
1 – 1x2 @ 17”
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Instructions
Step 3
Step 4
It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
Dene (not verified)
Wed, 11/30/2011 - 20:05
Love these side tables
Awesome project!
meganleiann (not verified)
Wed, 11/30/2011 - 21:09
I have been looking for
I have been looking for reasonably-priced nesting tables for about 2 years! It even autofills on Craigslist! This just got moved to the top of my list!
spiceylg
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 02:54
Yes!
Been waiting for these! Question, do you absolutely have to have the angle braces?
In reply to Yes! by spiceylg
Ana White
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 04:45
Would be fine without!
Would be fine without!
In reply to Would be fine without! by Ana White
spiceylg
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 05:18
Yay!
That's great news, thanx for taking the time to answer Ana!
Kate (not verified)
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 06:40
I'm very excited! We
I'm very excited! We recently got a loveseat to complete the rest of our living room (we moved from an apartment to a house and needed the extra seating that we now have room for) and have been trying to figure out what to do for a side table. I think this would work well and help with the modern cottage look I (sort of hope to) have going.
jigganancy
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 06:58
wood coaster
hey brooke .. beautiful table!
I still love this site but I have a pause on building while I decorate and complete the spaces that I've built.
So ... what caught my eye was the coaster made out of tree branch. I love it. What type of saw did you cut it with?
In reply to wood coaster by jigganancy
beingbrook
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 07:16
Saw
The coasters were cut with a chop saw. I actually just posted last night how to make the coasters-so easy. http://beingbrook.com/easy-log-coasters-nesting-tables/. Have to protect my new tables!
bhoppy
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 07:19
looks great
Love the tables and coasters. Great tutorial for the coasters on your blog link too. Although I was surprised you guys didn't mention the nesting table plans already on the brag board from Karen at the "The Quaint Cottage".
http://ana-white.com/2011/07/diy-copy-cat-nesting-tables
In reply to looks great by bhoppy
beingbrook
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 09:52
Cute!
I love Karen's tables! The turquoise is fabulous. Thanks for linking them.