Reddit mentions: The best kitchen & dining room sets

We carved jack-o-lantern faces into our baked apples! Really cute.

Last weigh-in: 124.8lbs.

Yesterday was a planned out cheat day. Fast food in the morning, normal lunch, Chinese buffet with buddies for dinner. That weigh in number has definitely changed, but it was worth it to spend a couple of hours with friends. ❤ I definitely ate until uncomfortably full, BUT it was only a fraction of what I used to wolf down, so I consider it a win.

We finally got our new dining room set! The old table that I sanded and stained is now our terrarium stand. Our new baby is counter height, with really comfortable seats.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C2KB32J/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_f57QDbCYEHFB6

I officially my promotion at work! I'll be the trainer for new hires, which is a position I've wanted for over a year. There was an alternate route I could have gone to be on the safety team -- with more pay -- but I decided to stick with the social option since it will bring me joy on a daily basis.

Oh, and I beat my fiance in arm wrestling. I know how to seduce a man.

1. This Dining Room Set at $214
   
   
2. I'm tired of eating on the bed! It would also be nice to be able to invite friends over for dinner. Right now the dining area is just open and awkward looking. But it's hard getting furniture on a tight budget!
   
   
3. Yes, just lots of cleaning the bed and couch to pick up crumbs. I really do need to prioritize it as something that I need. Seems like there's always something more important that comes up. One day I will be able to eat a nice meal in my place!
   
   Thanks for the contest!!!
   
   Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds

I don't see any problem with a round table (especially a drop-leaf), but if you want something narrow so that you can pass between the table and the couch, you might want to look for a rectangle shaped table. Are you looking for something lower or higher?

You could go for a simple drop-leaf or mid-century (one, two) bistro table or something more modern, like a pub table (one, two, three). Either way, I'd encourage you to mix & match chairs to suit your style and comfort level, since sometimes dining sets can look a bit dated or cheap.

Another tip for your plant fantasies I've suggested to others before - add a shelf or two across the window for some extra storage/light. Maybe hang some around the window as well.

I found a bunch of inexpensive midcentury-modern style stuff for you. I hope you like it.

Sleeper sofa: https://www.amazon.com/Flynn-Century-Futon-Sofa-Sleeper/dp/B06VW6PF8T/ref=sr_1_3?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1497385038&sr=1-3&keywords=mid+century+modern+futon

Coffee table: https://www.target.com/p/porter-mid-century-modern-coffee-table-brown/-/A-14963277

Alternate coffee table: https://www.target.com/p/porter-mid-century-modern-two-tone-coffee-table-white-brown/-/A-50424762?lnk=rec|adaptpdph1|related_prods_vv|adaptpdph1|50424762|0

Dining set: https://www.amazon.com/Baxton-Studio-Sumner-Mid-Century-Dining/dp/B00VIONR84/ref=pd_sbs_196_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00VIONR84&pd_rd_r=TADF6B5P9VAW5VAQ7X94&pd_rd_w=phgfK&pd_rd_wg=x3hjW&psc=1&refRID=TADF6B5P9VAW5VAQ7X94

Chair:
https://www.amazon.com/Century-Modern-Fabric-Upholstered-Espresso/dp/B06XYL5V1Y/ref=pd_day0_196_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B06XYL5V1Y&pd_rd_r=Y1C8W7R2E3AN0FNKHK1X&pd_rd_w=LknC3&pd_rd_wg=x66yi&psc=1&refRID=Y1C8W7R2E3AN0FNKHK1X

Side-table for chair: https://www.target.com/p/alborg-accent-table-brown-boraam-industries/-/A-14887508

Floor lamp: https://www.allmodern.com/Romanza-60.23-Tripod-Floor-Lamp-VERR1006.html

Table lamp: https://www.allmodern.com/Luxor-20.5-Table-Lamp-AE1488.html

Even if you don't like the stuff I picked out, hopefully I gave you some places to get started. In addition to the stuff I showed you, I highly recommend you get some things that will add life and color to your room; namely, plants, wall art, and a rug.

The wood on the stuff I showed you matches your kitchen cabinets (from what I can tell), so your place will have a uniform feel. However, as I mentioned, it's the little things like plants that will really make your place shine!

I was most amused by this one regarding a table:

> If you're looking for a place to set your food that also provides a place to sit down in front of your food so that you can eat it, I think you're making the right choice by considering this set. The bench is nice. Too nice. I refuse to use it. It just sits against the wall for me to admire. I dust it regularly. One time my mother was visiting and she tried sitting on it. I won't go into detail about what happened but we're not on speaking terms anymore. If I may be so bold as to make a recommendation, try eating a burrito at this table. You'll be pleasantly surprised!

STOCK MY HOUSE

this and this are what I really need to finish off my kitchen for the retro theme but I know they are out of the price range, lol

I am learning to cook healthier so this wok would be the next item I'm looking to purchase.

and if that is still a little too much this colander would do the trick and you could gift some one else also. :-)

Since you mentioned a small place, instead of a large table, maybe try a pub top table? One like this or like this?
I have one in my tiny place, and it's been great.

There is room for a small stand under the window, but I was going to put something like this, or this, or this.
I like the idea of having stool storage, so I can just whip them out when I want to have breakfast in the kitchen.

You should deepen the color to a darker oak grey: http://www.eleganzatiles.com/hudson-dark-oak.html

And pair it with some cool looking comfortable chairs
[Eames Style] (https://www.amazon.com/GreenForest-Cushion-Elegant-Century-Eames-style/dp/B06XTY8HQX/ref=sr_1_17?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1505768677&sr=1-17&keywords=dining+chairs)

High Back chairs

armchair

Actually thinking of something more like
https://www.amazon.com/Abington-Lane-Kitchen-Table-Set/dp/B07BSP5K3B/ref=sr_1_8?crid=NBJ20GZ488GP&keywords=kitchen+table+with+stools&qid=1555556356&s=gateway&sprefix=Kitchen+table+with+stools%2Caps%2C160&sr=8-8

My big question is can I mix lighter furniture with what I have. Or do you think I should trade out the bedroom dresser and tv stand for white furniture?

Thank you! COSTWAY 3 Pieces Bar Table Set with 2 Stools Round Height Steel Pub Dining Bistro Table Set Coffee https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0768474FL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fBc1DbH3697HC

I like this one better, no glass top to suddenly break and the chairs have a solid back. https://www.amazon.com/Best-Choice-Products-Kitchen-Dinette/dp/B079M9M2PD/ref=sr_1_5?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1519951396&sr=1-5&keywords=dining%2Bset&th=1

> We will find another solution for the furniture replacement."

here ya go:

https://www.amazon.com/VECELO-Dining-Table-Chairs-Black/dp/B01KCBIT72/ref=sr_1_5?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1519925549&sr=1-5&keywords=dining+set

That so strange, I just add a [similar item](http://www.5-piece.com/ Compact Round Dining Set Home Living Room Furniture (Walnut/Black Faux Leather) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07285VF2V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Q5kuzbE3ZKKRD) to my cart on Amazon today.

Yeah I guess that does sound a little confusing.

Simple Living 5-piece Baxter Dining Set with Storage Chair Ottomans (Taupe) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012J2B7RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.aDwCb5D6382G

Try looking at breakfast tables.

Table dimensions 43.3” L x27.6” W x29.5” H,

Here you go! https://www.amazon.com/Baxton-Studio-Sumner-Mid-Century-Dining/dp/B00VIONR84/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1537720834&sr=8-16&keywords=baxton+studio+5+piece

Merax 5-piece Dining Table Set High/Pub Table Set with 4 Bar Stools (Walnut.) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y1S6BPD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.E50Cb4XP1850

Here you go

It looks similar to this https://www.amazon.com/Heather-Ann-Creations-3-Piece-Natural/dp/B01AKN18Z2?th=1