unique nightstand ideas

Wouldn't you know it, right after I buy a set of matchy-matchy nightstands I find this great article on non-tradtional nightstands. Don't get me wrong, I adore my new lamp, book & cup rests, they're made of dark wood with the cleanest of lines, but I've got to mix things up a bit. I love a simple, romantic, un-fussy bedroom. It seems I have some work to do. Oh, and I'm really digging that wooden starburst above the bed.