How to Style Five Below's $20 Vanity Cart as the Perfect Bedside Book Nook
Some items work well for their intended purpose, while others are amazingly versatile and can be used for a variety of purposes. And when that item is affordable, that ability is all the sweeter.
BookToker Christal recently shared how she transformed the $20 Five Below vanity cart into a bedside book nook that would be perfect for any book lover.
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Aside from the vanity cart itself, the best part is that you likely already have everything you need to turn the item from basic to magical.
Color Vanity Cart, $20 at Five Below
The vanity cart is available in light pink or white, has three tiers, and measures roughly 12 by 27 inches. The bottom tier is the largest, with each top tier smaller as it goes up, creating a tapered effect. Plus, it's on wheels, making it perfect for rolling around your space for easy access or to move it where you want it.
It is important to note that this cart needs to be assembled IKEA-style. The box includes everything you need, so aside from a little time spent assembling and screwing parts together, it's an easy investment.
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How to Style Your Book Table
You can customize the table any way you want, but to start, you'll want to place any larger items on the bottom, like big stacks of books you aren't currently reading or baskets to fill with blankets or other cozy reading essentials.
On the middle tier, place the things you'll reach for most. Things like the book you're currently reading, your e-reader, and a spot to set a drink or mug while you read. A small reading lamp would also work well here if it can be moved and angled in the direction you'll be using it.
The top tier can be mainly decorative, with a plant or candle on top that adds to your reading vibe without getting in the way of things you're grabbing all the time. You could also wrap twinkly lights around your cart to increase the enchanting vibes.
While this is more of a guide to reimagining a vanity cart into a book lover's dream, you could also apply this logic to other sedentary hobbies like knitting or crocheting, easily replicating the cozy vibes and storage for materials.
Regardless of which direction you want to take this cart, the price of the cart itself makes it totally worth it. Plus, you can always switch the cart's purpose as often as you need to adapt to your and your space's changing needs.
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This story was originally published July 8, 2026 at 9:30 PM.