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Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Hello Lover

Where have you been all my life? 
Waiting for me by the curb? Oh no, that's so sad. I know it is lonely out there. I will take you in.

 You are looking a little rough. What can I do to make it all better?


How about some roofing nails I found at Home Depot to dress you up? Shh....no one will know they aren't upholstery tacks. It can be our little secret.


I'm thinking zebra print is just what you need. One sec..let me grab a piece of chalk to outline the stripes. 



I will use my fabric paint brush and dip it in Satin Black by Krylon to fill in the lines. I'm not going to bother adding any fabric medium, you won't notice the difference. It will be crunchy either way.



Feeling better yet, my love? No? You're tired? A little Espresso paint might wake you up.


You do look a little cold though. Let me find something to warm you up.


Are you warm now? I'm so sorry but the only fabric I could find was a fitted black sheet I had tucked away in my hall closet. It is very soft though. Attaching it with my staple gun will keep you nice and snug. 

How about some ribbon and a vintage button for your accessories? I will staple the ribbon under the fabric and sew the button on by hand. 


Still a little chilly? Here's the rest of my sheet to keep you warm. No sewing required. I just removed the existing cover and tucked the sheet in nice and tight. 


How's that? Feel Better? Good. Now let me take a look at you.

WOW! 

Turn around. Let me see the back. 


And the side. Don't be shy. 




Now stand up nice and tall with your shoulders back. 


Very Nice!


I am so happy I didn't pass you by on the street. You clean up rather nicely!

From Bum to Yum! LOL

Linking To...
The DIY Show Off

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The Kurtz Corner
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733 Blog
No Minimalist Here
Beyond the Picket Fence
Fireflies and Jellybeans
Saved by Love Creations
Momnivores Dilemma
Yesterday on Tuesday
House of the Hepworths
Saved By Suzy
At the Picket Fence
French Country Cottage
The Thrifty Grove
Common Ground
Shabby Nest
Fingerprints on the Fridge
Design Dazzle
Miss Mustard Seed
Remodelaholic
Naptime Crafters
Redoux
Addicted 2 Decorating
Funky Junk Interiors
Craft O Maniac
House In Roses
Homemaker On A Dime
Dittle Dattle
Home Savy A to Z
The Girl Creative
It's So Very Cheri
Nifty Thrifty Things
Under the Table and Dreaming
The Soda Parlor
The DIY Home Sweet Home Project
Between Naps on the Porch
Polly Want a Crafter


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40 comments:

  1. Kelli @ The Loss CauseSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    Wow! Quite the transformation.

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  2. Regina from The Queenly AbodeSeptember 14, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Absolutely love the chair....a few questions...How did you adhere the fitted sheet and did you add fabric medium to your paint?
    have a great day,
    Regina

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  3. Ann @ makethebestofthingsSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Beautifully and cleverly done, also well written! I just bought a chair this weekend with great fabric in a horrid pink. I think I will try this, thanks for the momentum.

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  4. JeannaSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    I can't believe that you used paint! I love it!

    jeanna @ dramaqueenseams.blogspot.com

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  5. CharlotteSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Brillant! Why didn't I think of that?

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  6. UnknownSeptember 14, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    What a neat chair!! In featured you on my FB fan page!

    https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Kurtz-Corner/218297661553809

    Audra
    Thekurtzcorner.com

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  7. EllenSeptember 14, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    Wow you certainly know all the tricks. It came alive lovely.
    Hugs,
    Ellen

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  8. PammaSeptember 14, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Wow! Once again...you all ROCKED IT!
    ~Pam
    pamspaintparlor.typepad.com

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  9. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereSeptember 14, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    What a fantastic transformation! I have been thinking about painting some faded cushions so thanks for the push to get it done. Great job and thanks for linking to the Open House party.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  10. UnknownSeptember 14, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    This is fantastic. I am your newest follower via Someday Crafts! Love this!! Come on over and visit some time & follow back if you like :)

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  11. Cassie BustamanteSeptember 14, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    how awesome is that chair??? wow! i love what you did to it- so chic now!

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  12. ColeySeptember 14, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    love that you used paint for this project! Looks sooo much better now!

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  13. Rosemary@villabarnesSeptember 14, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Your chair looks incredible. I love your no rules approach. I'm the same way. New follower!

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  14. Vivienne @ the V SpotSeptember 15, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    Amazing! I love a good project where ya just wing it! Great job! Here from Thrifty Decorating. :)

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  15. MarieSeptember 15, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    AMAZING transformation! I'm kind of out of words right now! So awesome! So glad you linked up to Show & Share! I have a giveaway going on right now would love to have you join in that also! http://mylilpinkpocket.blogspot.com/2011/09/mixed-bag-designs-giveaway-with-3.html

    Marie
    mylilpinkpocket.blogspot.com

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  16. Regina from The Queenly AbodeSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Hi again, I have another question, did you paint the mocha on the chair before you painted the zebra stripes? I have just picked up a really nice chair my neighbor had set out on the curb and I would like to paint mine.
    Thanks so much,
    Regina

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  17. HilLesha O'NanSeptember 15, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    That's very nice!

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  18. Kaitlin SaenzSeptember 15, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Looks amazing! I'd love for you to link this up with my blog recreation party! http://notsosimplehousewife.blogspot.com/2011/09/recreate-into-something-new-6.html

    Hope to see you at my place soon!
    Kaitlin-The Not So Simple Housewife
    http://notsosimplehousewife.blogspot.com

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  19. AmyHSeptember 15, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    What a transformation- Thanks for auditioning for American Crafter!

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  20. Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.comSeptember 15, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    I love you guys! and the chair...amazing transformation.

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  21. SkinnyMegSeptember 16, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Holy cow, that's amazing! Great job, so creative!!

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  22. Deborah MarchSeptember 16, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    QUIRKY...fun re-do!!!

    Deborah.

    (would be tickled pink if you could drop by my space sometime too...
    http://upcyclingmylife.blogspot.com)

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  23. JacquelineSeptember 16, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Amazing!!!

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  24. debSeptember 17, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    I need to pick my jaw up from the floor! Amazing!
    *hugs*Deb

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  25. UnknownSeptember 18, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    I Love this!! Curbside Fiesta!

    :) Laura
    www.ifewelive4.blogspot.com

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  26. JenniferSeptember 19, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    I can't believe you painted that!! So Awesome!

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  27. LeslieSeptember 19, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Awesome! I've never been brave enough to paint furniture. I love how bold the chair is!

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  28. MarieSeptember 19, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    Hey there! Just wanted to let you knwo I'm featuring you on my blog! Come grab a button! Thanks again for linking up! Can't wait to see what you've been up to this week!

    Marie
    mylilpinkpocket.blogspot.com

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  29. DiannSeptember 20, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Well, how cool is that! What a great save and redo!

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  30. Good Time CharlieSeptember 22, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    You are too freakin funny! I would have NEVER thought to do that to the chair. You surprise me every week, and I LOVE that! You need to pitch a book with your amazing totally off the hook makeovers with the hilarious stories. For real. Thanks for linking up!

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  31. Lolly JaneSeptember 23, 2011 at 3:46 AM

    You know we had to feature this at our next linky party.... can't wait to see what you creative gals have in store this week!

    XO

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  32. RoeshelSeptember 24, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Amazing what a little creativity and paint can do! Aweseome job!

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  33. Tracy's Trinkets and TreasuresOctober 2, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    That was a cute story and a fun chair redo. You were brave and it paid off.

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  34. Patti @ Pandoras BoxOctober 3, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    Cute post! Unique transformation, turned out fabulous!

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  35. UnknownOctober 3, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Wow! This is fantastic! Good luck in American Crafter!

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  36. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLROctober 4, 2011 at 2:13 AM

    What a great idea! This was so creative! Looks like a new chair!! I am now following you via the creative blogger's party. I hope you will follow back! Blessings to you!

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  37. Sue@Uniquely ChicOctober 4, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    Are you kidding me??? This is crazy, crazy awesome!!! One of my fave change ups and I love the way you wrote the post.

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  38. CindyOctober 5, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    that chair is fantastic.....i would never have believed that you painted it....

    hugs...

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  39. UnknownOctober 16, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Found you at Under the Table and Dreaming, and so glad I did! This chair redo is to die for ! Love it, your newest follower!

    tiarasandbowties.blogspot.com

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    "Every time I visit this blog, I'm greeted with fresh and thought-provoking articles. The author's ability to tackle a wide range of topics with such expertise is truly remarkable. I'm always left inspired and hungry for more!"
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