Hi darlin' Girlies!I finished this little project a few weeks ago, but I've been soooo busy, I haven't had a chance to share.
Hope you're all well! I'm missing you. :-)
Sooooo...........I bought this little desk years and years ago. it's one of my favorite pieces, but it needed the perfect little chair to go with it. A regular height chair just doesn't work...it needed to be a bit lower. I always look at furniture when I'm at the thrift store. Crazy, I know. The cottage is super tiny and it's FULL....but somehow I can't resist.
I swear I could hear this little cutie calling me from the other side of the store.
What??? $19.99??? It can't be! I knew the Hubbs was going to see stars when I unloaded this little beauty. He likes to kvetch when I haul home "new/old" things, but he does love the finished products and after all, I had a plan!
See! What a bargain!
See how well it fits?How on earth could I have left it behind?
Since I've finally finished some of the projects for the den, I'm all amped up! Yipppeee!
I didn't think I'd ever get my mojo back.
I got busy. I cut. I sewed. I marveled at the change.
So, what do you think darling little chickies?
The legs of this little gal had been painted an ishy brown, so I mixed up some paint and matched the fabric but I'm going to repaint them black. I just think it would have much more zippppp!
Do you like it? I took pix as I worked so I can do up a tutorial for you as soon as I get an extra moment.Don'tcha just love a slipcover?
I have the new chair for Hubbs and the dog (they like to be together).....the little ottoman, (from a couple of posts back), four pillows and this chair finished. Moving right along, huh?
Lots more coming!
I can't wait to share it all with you.
The teesie little den at Bellamere Cottage is getting a beauty makeover! (on the cheap).... :-)
I have a couple of Dr. appointments this week to find out about the sore throat and earaches, I sure hope they can figure it out.........and I have a massage to try to make the owies from the wreck feel better. I think I'm falling apart. YIKES!
Have a wonderful day little Sweeties!
Huggies and Lovies,
Spence
Wow your chair looks fantastic. Sadly I would not be able to make a slip cover as I can barely sew a straight line! LOL Hope you get on OK at the docs
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, Spence! Even better than a silk purse! You girls who can sew are so lucky! ♥
ReplyDeleteThe chair looked/looks fabulous! I liked it just the way it was. But as I scrolled down to read your blog, I couldn't get over the transformation of it. You did a swell job with the slip cover. I could have never of done that. Great job!
ReplyDeleteMorning Spencer, I love the chair. You were very fortunate to find the right height at such a great price. Hope you feel better soon. Take care.
ReplyDeleteThat chair is just soooooooo perfect with the desk!!! What a great find! Don't you love it when you find just the perfect thing you have been looking for?! I love the slipcover! I've never made them, the pleats look hard to do so I've never attempted it so will be looking forward to your tutorial!
ReplyDeleteAm loving my little heart hangers that you made for me! I have them in my granddaughter's bedroom here at my house. They are just so girly, I love them! My grands have their own rooms here as they like to spend the night often! I must post some pictures of the rooms as they are really cute.
I see on my sidebar that I have spelled Bellamere wrong. Duh! I spelled it Bellemere so no wonder it wouldn't connect me to your site! I will go back now and correct it! :o)
Have a lovely fall weekend!
What a wonderful transformation...beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAnd I do agree with the ssshhhhhhhhhh. That's what I was thinking the whole time I was making up the post.But you are the only one who has seen it ;-) I keep wondering how it could be possible to make the class.
Blessings.
Oooooooh, I love the slipcover....it is lovely!
ReplyDeleteSuzanne
What a great bargain and genius of you my dear! I love your introduction....how true. You overcame the obstacles and you made something beautiful out of "nothing"! Anita
ReplyDeleteOh Spencer! You did a great job, it's beautiful and it's perfect for the desk!...Christine
ReplyDeleteIt's fabulous! I would soooooo have this in my home!
ReplyDeleteLOVE LOVE LOVE it SpencieGirl! You done good! And Papa was Wrong! :)
Love to you~Rebecca
Good morning Spencer,
ReplyDeleteYour makeover turned out lovely !! The perfect find for your desk.. See, we have to be patient, and we will find exactly what we are yearning for !! You did well my friend, and they looked perfectly matched !! Have a happy day, and how fun to share our finds with bloggy friends..Blessings and love to you...
hugs ~tea~xo
Oh my gosh, Spencer! What a cute chair...and an even cuter slipcover! I am green with envy. I wish I knew how to make slipcovers. Maybe someday...
ReplyDeleteI do hope you figure out the source of your health problems. I've been going for acupuncture for some neck and shoulder problems myself. Getting old does, indeed, s**k. ;)
I love your little slipper chair! I would love to see how you made the cover for it. I have always been afraid to try to slipcover furniture. You did a great job!
ReplyDeleteSpence, that's fantastic, sugar!! Ooooh, why can't I find those fantastic deals when I shop???!!!! Gorgeous.
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Connie
Wow~ That looks great!
ReplyDeleteDon't you just love when you find "The Piece" that is perfect for that certain spot! Finding it at $19.99 is frosting on the cake.
Blessings~LillySue
that is gorgeous, what a beautiful job you did
ReplyDeleteWonderful! I'm contemplating slipcover overhaul in January. Can't wait to see your tutorial.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great bargain and a beautiful transformation.
ReplyDeleteSandy
Oh, that is such a cute little chair, Spencer. What I wouldn't give to be able to sew lovely slipcovers like yours.
ReplyDeleteGreat job!
ReplyDeleteYou are The Goddess of GaGa! WOW! This is absolutely beautiful! Yes, I know it will look sassy with black legs, but it's so fabulous now that I almost have to wonder if you can handle the extra gorge-a-mous-ness! (What am I saying? OF COURSE YOU CAN!) Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteGrins!
Pamm
PS Thanks for your sweet note of encouragement.
Spencer, what a fabulous job you did on that.
ReplyDeleteWow I am impressed, not sure I could do such a good fitting slip cover.
Linda
It looks beautiful! I wish I was so clever. Even with your tutorial I don't think I could make a slipcover. I hope you get to feeling better asap!
ReplyDeleteOh Spencer you are a magacian! I just love it! AND $20 for a chair! Lucky!!! I know you love it!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Lisa
Not only is that little chair adorable but the slipcover is unbelievable. OK, unbelievable to me cause I could never make that. I can't wait to see what else you've done.
ReplyDeleteGreat job Spencer!
Hugs,
Gretchen
Oh My Gosh, Spencer, You are one talented little seamstress! I sew, but don't think I could fool with a slipcover- I would be bald from pulling out my hair from exasperation.
ReplyDeleteThis chair now looks like a million bucks- and once you paint the legs, it will add another 100 grand! It is beautiful.
Get well, why don't ya?! and no more owies...
hugs, Sue
Hi Spencer,
ReplyDeleteThat looks fantastic! I love the color and the print of the fabric, I agree black legs will look very smart.
I had fun exploring your site, very lovely and you have a fun personality!
Glad I found you!
If you have time I'd love it if you'd stop by for a visit.
XO
Heidi - Heart and Home
Your chair is fabulous! The slipcover is beautiful...love the color, and the pleated ruffle...I would love to have a chair like that...if only I could find one for $20! What a wonderful find...your home will love its new addition!
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Mary
Wow. You did an amazing job on this Spencer! I have serious upholstery envy!! Can't wait to see your tutorial! Maybe I will get brave enought to try something like this!! Thanks for the inspiration!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings and hugs to you, sweetie!!
Becky
Spencer, it is beautiful! It looks like it was professionally upholstered! You are amazing! laurie
ReplyDeleteI thought the before was great! But the after was unbelieveable!!! I would love to be able to do that, must be so much fun. The fabric was perfect. 5*
ReplyDeleteOh yes, I do love it. And, I can hardly wait to see more.
ReplyDeleteFeel better soon.
The chair looks fantastic. I love the fabric you chose and the lovely pleated skirt. It looks great with your desk. Nice!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog. I love the chair cover. You did a great job.
ReplyDeleteWillow
Spencer, are you kidding me!!! This is amazing!!! I want your sewing skills. You did a fab job on this little beauty.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
June
HI SPENCER....WHAT AN ADORABLE LITTLE CHAIR. YOU DID WONDERS WITH IT...I KINDA LIKE THE LEGS THE COLOR THEY ARE....HOPE THEY FIND OUT WHY YOU HAVE AN EARACHE....IF YOU DIDN'T HAVE A SORE THROAT ALSO I WOULD SAY TO HAVE THEM CHECK THE ARTERIES IN YOUR NECK...I HAD AN EARACHE FOR A YEAR... THEY FINNALLY DISCOVERED I HAD A TORN ARTERY ON THE LEFT SIDE OF MY NECK....
ReplyDeleteyou know Spencer... I've got some upholstering that needs to be down here in French Lique... feel free to drop by anytime.
ReplyDelete;) Dixie
What a pretty transformation. I like the legs the way you have them now; I wouldn't like them as well black. But since you've done so well, you probably have a better eye than I do. Good job!
ReplyDeleteG'morn, sweet friend ~ You did a marvelous job .. it is perfect. AND, it looks so perfect with the desk .... good bargain. Just give DH a hug & smile. IF only I could sew.
ReplyDeleteI sure ope they get to the bottom of your 'issues'.
Have a lovely autumn weekend. Hugs, TTFN ~Marydon
I love it...are you sure she would not feel more comfortable here at my cottage? rofl...love the redo! I can't believe that is all you paid too. cherry
ReplyDeleteI can't believe I didnt have you on my blog roll....adding ya. cherry
ReplyDeleteYour chair is so beautiful now...maybe now I wont pass up an unpretty chair to give a new dress. Nice job!
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ReplyDeleteTotally amazing!! I want to learn how!!!!! Lori
girlie of my heart! my cottage is full...but when i see something w/ 'pretty bones' i can't resist! there's a chair @ our local GW that i'm aching to buy similar to yours but it's not for sale...i've begged - no luck! i continue to hope...!
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