We've seen card files as coffee tables, consoles and in craft rooms, but this kitchen island is proof that every idea has not yet been exhausted for using this much sought-after vintage find. We especially like the smaller footprint afforded by this particular card file, which we may have otherwise passed up for its odd dimensions.
The shape of the drawers tells us that this isn't a library card file exactly, but perhaps storage for some other kind of document or supplies. We wish we could find more pictures of how those drawers are being used in this kitchen. Towels, cutting boards or other vertical storage perhaps? What would you use them for?
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I am in LOVE with this idea! In the kitchen? How fabulous! One of the ladies on two peas in a bucket said that she found a card catalog that she was using for all her scrapbooking stuff. I just ADORE the ways these catalogs get used!
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I agree....being in the middle looks a little hazardous, but it's a great idea. I would move it against a wall, though. Overall, cute kitchen!
I think this is a great idea. What makes it "hazardous" and "in the way" more than any other kitchen island? Color me confused.
I love this! I have always had a thing for card catalogs. We used an old tin top cabinet, refinished the back and put it in the middle of our open kitchen as an island. Its not in the way, we love how useful it is! check it out:
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I think this is a case of function following form, rather than form following function. I wonder what they store in those drawers?
"I wonder what they store in those drawers?"
Band-Aids - for the folks who trip over it?
;-)
Mmmmm. Love it.
Emily