Remember the glossy white laminate shelves I found at Crate and Barrel Outlet for $7 each? Well I added some rustic gnarly sandblasted grape wood legs and made one of them into a chic coffee table!
I find the juxtaposition of the slick white top with the grape wood branches very rich. I would place the table on either a dark ebony stained wood floor or a very light creamy white rug to help it stand out even more.
Here is how you can make your own:
Purchase at least 3 (that is what I used) and up to 6 grape wood branches. Use more for a heavier look or a larger table. You can find them at Blooms and Branches for about $19 each.
Next, decide what you would like to use as the table top. You can use a prefabricated shelf, paint a piece of plywood or use a piece of glass.
Once you have your grape wood, intertwine the wood pieces until you have a sturdy base that is locked together.
Place the table top of your choice gently on the grape wood and Voila!
Steven Gambrel's Beach House - Shelter