So I decided I wanted 2 Plinths to go on either side of this book case I had.
So first I tried to make a simplified column. . . which didn't work:
Attempt 1: covering wood and cardboard in drywall mud. I wanted it to look like those plaster covered tables that are so trendy right now . . . did not look like that at all. |
So I also have $0 left at this point to spend on furniture so I thought PAPER. I had just seen a post by a friend about making blinds with folded paper. So I thought I could give it a tailored upholstered look but with paper, I love crisply pressed box pleats, so off I went again:
Attempt 2: Paper folded into box pleats |
Final attempt: Again with paper but this time I made lots of pleats. |
I think the 3rd Attempt came out best. I love the idea of using paper as a material in your home. It has a great textural quality. Obviously only a temporary solution until I can afford some real Plinths. Or better yet a great piece of furniture to replace both Plinths and the bookcase.
The end result:
They do a great job of hiding the cords for the wall sconces. |
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