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Step 1: Assemble the two-door cabinet according to manufacturer's instructions.
Step 2: Gently pry away cabinet backing. Replace the backing with pine
board cut to 30 x 30 inches for durability.
Step 3: Measure to center of cabinet top, and drill a 1 1/2-inch-diameter
hole. Measure to center of cabinet shelf, and drill another 1 1/2-inch-diameter hole. Then measure to center of tabletop, and drill a 1 1/2-inch-diameter hole.
Step 4: Drill pilot
holes in base of cabinet for casters. Using galvanized carriage bolts, affix casters to cabinet base from the inside. Secure casters with locker
washers and hex nuts on the outside.
Step 5: Prime all pieces of the cabinet except the top and the underside of the tabletop.
Step 6: Select a panel to use as a marquee, and cover with two coats of
chalkboard paint. Frame panel with scalloped wood trim, and decorate with simple stripes.
Step 7: Paint front of cabinet using your favorite bright colors. We used a citrus theme.
Step 8: Paint tabletop using a stencil and other designs.
Step 9: Using 1 1/2-inch wood screws, attach the tabletop from the inside of the cabinet up through the tabletop.
Step 10: Spray paint two hooks and two wooden knobs, and attach to cabinet when dry. Note: Drill hole 1/4 inch to the outside of the original hole
to allow for new knob size.
Step 11: Apply a clear polyurethane sealer to the whole piece to protect the finish.
Step 12: Using a drop cloth to protect the work area, lay umbrella canvas on flat surface.
Step 13: Paint stripes and a scallop design using acrylic paints mixed with water.
Step 14: Stencil pattern to match tabletop.
Step 15: Using a saw, remove 6 inches from the bottom of the umbrella stand
to balance the weight of the umbrella and cabinet.
Step 16: Attach pole anchor in bottom of cabinet to hold umbrella firmly
in place. Placing 2 10-pound bags of sand in the bottom of the cabinet when rolling on an uneven surface prevents tipping.
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