Sunday, May 8

Thrift Store Chair: Before and After

Before:
Bad Stain Job:
After:

 I found this chair at Goodwill (for $5!) and fell in love with the lines.  It's got some great details in the legs and I love the bow-tie back.  I envisioned refinishing it with a dark chocolate brown stain and this yellow fabric, but for some reason the stain did not take evenly and it turned out really red.  So, I opted for plan b-- an antique white satin paint.  I'm not crazy about the yellow fabric with the white paint, but for now it will do.  Plus, I am always looking for an excuse to shop for fabric. :)
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7 comments:

  1. wordandcraftMay 8, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    I think it looks fantastic with the paint! Happy accidents and all...

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  2. LisaMay 8, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  3. JenMay 8, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    I love the yellow and white.

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  4. jennieMay 8, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    i love it becca!

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  5. JaneneMay 8, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    If you saw this chair at a furniture store you would love it and want to buy it! It looks fantastic!

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  6. emilysiglerMay 9, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    lovely! seriously.

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  7. UnknownMay 14, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    I bought the same chair but without arms at goodwill yesterday :) I'm excited to get it redone too! Yours looks great!

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