The plan was to work on some of the bigger monsters and get them out of the way, leaving the fun stuff for the end. Enter the monster.
This chair was a freebie from my parents. Score. They bought it at an auction 25 years ago and it has sat in the basement ever since. It was sold with another chair, which was the one they were after, so this chair was a castoff from the beginning. Untouched for 25 years.
But my little time capsule chair was actually in excellent condition. The fabric was beyond nasty, but the frame, cushion etc. were in great shape. And I've tackled reupholstery projects before so I thought this one would be a piece of cake. I am nieve.
I got her stripped with no problem but the sanding was a challenge with all of those curves and dips and grooves. Then I went against everything I was ever taught as a child. I painted antique furniture. I probably won't be allowed over for Thanksgiving this year. But (cover your ears Mom and Dad) I'm glad I did it.
She looks so much better.
Killer finish. You always come thru for me RustOleum.
Now if I was Restoration Hardware, I'd call this chair complete. $1800 please, thank you.
But I have other plans. I've always loved the fabric on this bed (thank you Jamie Drake) and was able to find a Sunbrella version that is almost a perfect match.
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| Jamie Drake via Pinterest |
Outdoor fabric on an indoor chair might sound a bit loony, but remember this chair is going in a room with two very busy girls. This fabric will need all the armor it can get.
Now I'd love to show you how beautiful the chair looks but she is not ready for her closeup. She's covered in some spots, naked in others. Staples showing and even a few scratches. Think My Fair Lady, before Audrey gets her makeover.
So back to work I go. It's a marathon, not a sprint...right? Let's see how the other ladies are doing.
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I can't wait to see it! Good for you! (I grew up with the same law about painting antique furniture!)
ReplyDeleteThat finish is perfect, love it. I hope mom and dad understand...it's for the girls. You are working with a plaid, impressive. Can't wait to see her done.
ReplyDeleteglossy white spray paint is always a good idea. Can't wait for next week to see how they turn out!
ReplyDeleteLooking good! And I love using outdoor fabric indoors!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, that chair is going to make one heck of a before and after! It has such lovely bones and already looks great in white!
ReplyDeleteI hear ya! It will be worth the wait though...I love that fabric. Can't wait to see it!!!
ReplyDeleteAhahah that restoration hardware joke, you kill me! I know you can do it!!! Keep up the great work.
ReplyDeleteLove the Restoration Hardware crack - so true. This will be great!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun combo and this old lady is going to get a young new look, can't wait to see her! I hope you still get invited to Thanksgiving....!
ReplyDeleteI love the lines of this chair and the glossy white paint. Definitely the right choice. I can't wait to see her in all that colourful goodness!
ReplyDeleteShe's already oozing charm, Elizabeth! And, that fabric...can't wait to see her all dressed up! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the finish!! I know it's going to be beautiful when you finish. Reupholstery is so fun.
ReplyDeleteOkay, I totally laughed out loud re: the Restoration Hardware comment. They WOULD charge that for an unfinished chair. I'm totally in awe of your ambition to reupholster--I'm sure it will be amazing!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see how it turns out...your so ambitious trying to reupholster a chair by yourself! I would never be able to:)
ReplyDeleteIf we painted our NEW oak kitchen cabinets, with neighbors screaming, you can spray paint an antique! WHY NOT???? It looks fab!
ReplyDeleteLol on the RH comment. So true! Your chair is going to look fab. Can't wait to see.
ReplyDeleteGreat start! I love the shape of the chair and your choice of fabric. Can't wait to see it in all its glory.
ReplyDeleteThe chair looks great in white! I have outdoor fabric on my breakfast room chairs and have loved the peace of mind it brings. I just wish I liked the pattern in there so I could keep it!
ReplyDeleteLove the shape of that chair and the fabric choice. So funny how my parents would also have died if I painted antique furniture! That might be the only way I'd use it, so what the heck. Love that you did and it looks great.
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Outdoor fabric sounds like the perfect plan to me! Love the chair and love the fabric- now I just want to see them together!
ReplyDeleteOooo I'm so excited to see the restored chair darling, the fabric is fabulous and it's great how you can restore the chair yourself...very talented!
ReplyDeleteEda x
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oooh yes! hat finish is amazing!
ReplyDeleteNice! This is a great chair and I can't wait to see the fabric - how does the fabric feel? Regardless it's going to be a fun element for the girls room.
ReplyDeleteAnd paint saves the day again. Good call - it's going to be so special!
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"Now if I was Restoration Hardware, I'd call this chair complete. $1800 please, thank you." Hilarious!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see the chair!
I understand the sunbrella fabric completely! Can't wait to see how it turns out. :)
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT! The white finish looks perfect and fabric is great.
ReplyDeleteWant to do a few chairs for me? ;) I vow to never strip a chair again.
Hahaha! That RH comment was so funny! Seriously though, I agree with outdoor fabric being used indoors, its just practical! When My boys were smaller, I did it all the time, in fact I think I still do it, occasionally. :-)
ReplyDeleteYou are right....Restoration is crazy to charge that kind of money for an unfinished chair! I know it is going to look great...the paint was the right idea girl!
ReplyDeleteTeehee, I love the RH dig. The chair is darn cute and indoor/outdoor fabric...duh. I think it is a very wise choice with tiny sticky fingers about.
ReplyDeleteI have had to really adjust my beliefs of wood as well. Our Mother's sound the same ... but it is an ANTIQUE!! Well ... I paint everything now!! I have successfully evolved!! love your white! xo
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see it with the pink fabric, it will look so nice!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool chair! Good choice on painting it. :) Was that brushed on or glossy spray paint?
ReplyDeleteLove the line of the chair!!!
ReplyDeleteI love that chair. And your Restoration Hardware comment is so true! Can't wait to see it finished!
ReplyDeleteHad me at the RH comment ;) - too funny & true! Fun chair!
ReplyDeleteNice shine!! I can't do ANY DIY so I am impressed:-)
ReplyDeleteI think paint was the right choice. Can't wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteOoooh this will be so good, I can feel it!! I actually eyed up chairs like that on eBay before I got the hoop chairs in my living room and the cost of upholstering them was more than the cost of the chairs - I'm so impressed that you can tackle upholstery and a little bit jealous too ;) xxx
ReplyDeleteThe chair has great lines! Can't wait to see it completed. Love your sense of humor, girl!
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