Monday, March 15, 2010

Re-Upholstered Chair




I have added a new addition to my entryway/mudroom. A little spot to call my own. I don't read books, just magazines...so I decided to add a little seating area to our entryway.

I had a certain shaped chair in mind. Comfy but not overstuffed and huge. Wood Detail, but not antique, and frilly. Small but not child like. And I found it for $2 at a little thrift store near my home.

When I saw it, I just knew it was the one...The seat was big enough for my big'ol'bootie...I can even put a leg up and get really comfy. Unfortunately it was upholstered with this dreadful green pleather fabric...So that was the next step, finding the fabric! And I did...it was perfect, at Joanns! I got 2 yards (only used 1 1/2) for $12. and then it was time to actually work.

I ripped off all the old stuff, but kept all the innerds...they were in really good shape. Sprayed it with our power washer, and then painted it "Heirloom White" and re-covered it. Ooooh I also added a few couple layers of batting to the seat part...make it more comfy!
BEFORE
And here ya go about 2 days later it was done!





Very fun!I was really nervous about this project...but it wasn't too bad! And it turned out really good, for my first time...I believe I will do this again!

See me soon...I've got more to come!

Ooooh and I'm linking up here:




17 comments:

FrouFrouBritches said...

Oh, that's precious! Love that fabric!

Katie @ On the Banks of Squaw Creek said...

oooohhh! I love that fabric! Especially the way the white legs, arms and flowers work together! And 2 days? You are FAST!

Alicia@Thrifty And Chic said...

This turned out great! I wish I could find a chair with good bones for only $2. ohhh, and I love the fabric you chose :)

Rene said...

LOVE it!!! The mum print is really nice.

Kassi Jane said...

Cute~ i love it! i want one!

Cathy M~(checkitoff) said...

LOVE your chair makeover!!!! It looks perfect~great job!

angie said...

Love the white and how the fabric stands out against the new paint job. You did great!

Shaunna said...

Turned out wonderfully! I LOVE refinishing furniture, but I haven't tackled upholstery yet...kudos to you for such a beautiful job! (passed through from reinvented this morning--so nice to have met you!)
-shaunna :)

Kimba said...

Oh glory! I love that fabric! How's about you come over and teach me to re-upholster? :)

Sarah @ 365 Glimpses of John Parker said...

Visiting from New Friend Friday! That's amazing! I can't believe you saw that old ugly chair and envisioned what you could do with it. It turned out beautiful!

Alison said...

Adore the chair redo. Just came over from The Shabby Nest linky party and adore your blog. Just call me your newest follower!

Alison

Shaunna said...

he he...already commented on this great chair! I might be begging your help very soon because I've got a beast of a reupholstery job coming! Following you too--thanks for stopping by the blog! Nice to meet you-shaunna :)

Wendy @ The Shabby Nest said...

Great job!

Gracefully Vintage said...

Awesome Job, there is giving new life, new love to that forgotten chair or the chair you once loved and now cant stand-then making it your favorite piece in your space. I started doing that, because we couldnt afford to special order or have a professional do it for me. And now i have quite the collection of items, and a place to share them.. I think sometimes you have to take a chance and paint or recover or re-upholster, Most the time Youll Surprise yourself.. Check Out All my fixer uppers-I began taking before -after pics for my own ammusement...
Karryann (Gracefully Vintage)

Dayka (Life +Style) said...

this chair is a great find--love it!

thanks for stopping by my blog and commenting on my nightstands!

agirlsmusthaves said...

love your chair and thanks for the nice comments! Have a great day!

Miss Mustard Seed said...

That fabric is so awesome and really makes this chair special. Great find and great work!

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