DIY Farmhouse Live Edge Table Charger
It’s pretty hit or miss when I pick up a new junking finds, as to whether I’ll jump right in and get them scrubbed up or otherwise made presentable enough to allow them in the house… or, if they will languish in the shop for weeks, or possibly months, before I circle back to them and give them some attention.DIY Farmhouse Style Live Edge Wood Slab Charger:
- Find a big ole slab-O-wood
- Remove any loose dirt (scrap and whisk broom)
- Sand: I suggest an orbital or belt sander. Work towards a finer grit as you go.
- Sand faster: (we fed ours through a flap sander a kajillion times)
- Protect & finish: I wanted a soft sheen and used Maison Blanche O Wax.
- Admire natures (enhanced) beauty.
So – would you decorate with a giant slab of wood at your place, or is this a little rustic and raw for your taste?

I love the wood slab it’s beautiful… this past Christmas I used slabs of mesquite as chargers for my Christmas table it was stunning… love your blog
OH my gosh I bet that was!! I tried to get wood chargers but could only find one. So I used it as an accent 😉
I love a cozy natural Christmas. Happy 2017!
I love that wood slab!!! I would definitely decorate with one.
I know the wood chargers for dinner tables are available, bet these will be soon. I see lots of live edge tables now.
Love your slab of wood!! Gave me lots of ideas, too!! Like when I go to the farm in MI next time, I know where I’ll find some of the same thing!! Now, I can’t wait!! But then, it’s cold in MI right now, and, I’m comfy right here in Texas. So, it’ll wait a while!!!!
Sara
Oh yes. Wait for better weather 😉 Lucky you though!
That is a neat story about the $3 piece of wood slab that you found. Driving down the road and all. It sounds like something I would enjoy doing. I like the Cherub also. Does she have a story as well?
I think I picked her up at HomeGoods for a couple bucks a few years ago. Not a very exciting story there 😉
I love that slab. Great deal and I love how you styled it. You are so gifted. I try and I work on my decorating skills but it takes effort. 🙂 But I guess that’s okay. It’s still fun for me.
I’m a follower on Instagram. Your pictures are always beautiful and inspiring.
I’m really not in comparison to so many, but like you, I enjoy it. I’ll tell you, in the years I’ve been blogging I have gotten better. When I look back at things I shared in the early days… oh my. Not pretty. hahaha. So we all improve with practice 🙂
I love it!! What a find and what insight you had to transform it to the beauty it is today.
Thanks Joyce! Wood is so inherently beautiful. And my husband did all the sanding. I got the easy part.
Wax and fluff 😉 Have a great day!
Hi Shannon, I just LOVE your wood charger- you are soo talented and what an eye you have for decorating your cute home! I Love your blog; keep up the good work!!! Sanedd- Fairfax Va.
Me too! I tell ya, that wax just put the prettiest glow on it. Thank you so much Sandee for your sweet comment and kind words.
I’m so happy to hear you enjoy visiting. Best, Shannon
I love the charger! I would definitely use it in my cottage. Like you, I enjoy the versatility of pieces like that. I’m forever moving things around to experience them to the fullest. Love your blog!
Just visited your blog! Look forward to sharing your custom table and story on my Facebook page soon!
I love things like that! Looks great.
It’s fun – I’m enjoying it 🙂 Thanks Terry!
Love live edge pieces. I have one I use on the kitchen table, holds anything from antlers and lanterns in winter to bunny and greenery with berries in spring. Saved from the firwood burn pile ! Waxed mine , placed on table only to have my husband as, “where did you find that?” …. really enjoy your blog !!!
I do too, and this is perfect for me. I get to appreciate it, without committing to a full size furniture piece. Rescue is always fun! Burn piles… trash piles… 😉 hahaha on the hubby comment!! Have a great day Mary.
LOVE that charger! So beautiful!
Thanks a bunch Jill!!
I’m loving the raw wood look! I have a slab (round) of cherry wood on my dining room table. I am planning to perhaps put some felt on one side to protect my wood table or I’ll have to always remember to use a doily or cloth under it. I have several “slabs” – cut from the trunk of oak trees. I can use them on end tables, etc. as they are smaller than the cherry slab. I love the “gold tone” Xs and Os on the garland and it highlights the rustic piece of wood – simple, country, yet refined and glamorous!
That is a good plan for fine furniture. Since mine is laying on a DIY Fence Board coffee table… I don’t have to be as concerned. LOL. Sounds like you ahve some great treasures of your own to get creative with – I bet the Oak is incredible!!
I love it and yes, would definitely use it …..and my house is old (nearly 100 years) but we have re done it but kept the “old” feel to it….something like this would be perfect.
Ours is getting close too! But it was a very, very simple home so it doesn’t really show it’s age in a way that one could appreciate. With millwork and the like… We’ve tried to introduce some of that as we go.
It is gorgeous! What a find .
Thank you Peggy!
I would definitely use it, especially with the beautiful edge. If you want to see the ugly before pictures, come on over and take a look around my blog…there’s plenty of that lately! You got a great find anyway! Have a delightful day!
I think we all have those. I’ve got some real corker from when we first got this pace. Oh my! haha