DIY Tree Stump Table

I am in love with my most recently completed project -- a tree stump side table. I got the inspiration from ceramic garden stools but I just couldn't bring myself to pay $50 for one.

Using a chisel and a hammer, I removed the first layer of bark. This was very time consuming but I wanted the rustic warn look. I then used the Black & Decker Mouse Sander (120 grit paper) to sand the entire piece. For a more modern look, I chose a high gloss white enamel paint that I found at Walmart. 

The only downside of this project is the weight - the stump weighs 80 lbs! Here's the final product:

Log - free, thanks to a neighborhood tree

Chisel - $7.99 at Walmart

Sander - already owned ($49.99 investment)

1 quart of enamel - $8.00 

Total project cost: $15.99