How was your weekend?....Did you watch the Oscars? I love to see the dresses!!!
I was a bit lazy over the weekend, I admit it. I needed some lazy time.
Now, it's Monday and I am off to a good start finishing some new projects! My garage is housing 2 chairs, 2 benches and a cube that all need to be reupholstered...The fabric I ordered for some of these projects arrived on Friday afternoon and I was down right giddy opening the boxes!
I was a bit lazy over the weekend, I admit it. I needed some lazy time.
Now, it's Monday and I am off to a good start finishing some new projects! My garage is housing 2 chairs, 2 benches and a cube that all need to be reupholstered...The fabric I ordered for some of these projects arrived on Friday afternoon and I was down right giddy opening the boxes!
I can't remember if I have said this before but I am a NUT for fabric! Solids, prints stripes...you name it, I love them! Right now, like others, I'm a fan of Ikat and I ordered a yard of this beautiful fabric from the Etsy shop Renees Fabrics
I'll get two projects out of this fabric, one I'll show you today and another one will be ready for her debut later this week.
This morning after the kids got off to school I started to work on this bench, another thrift store find. The wood was in great shape but the cushion and fabric were the real problem. I was able to solve that...Here is the before....
This morning after the kids got off to school I started to work on this bench, another thrift store find. The wood was in great shape but the cushion and fabric were the real problem. I was able to solve that...Here is the before....
This bench is what inspired me to build my "Mudroom Alternative", you can read about it here
I replaced the fabric, cushion and added some new batting.
Since I'm not an expert, I'll spare you an amateur tutorial on upholstery...However, I will give you some tips for upholstering a simple bench and chair cushion that I have learned through trial and error.
# 1...I use a spray adhesive to secure the cushion onto the board.
#2.....I prefer a batting over the cushion to soften the edges.
#3.....When using a patterned fabric always measure the run of the fabric and center accordingly.
#4....I prefer a single folded corner.
I think she fits perfectly in her new home!
# 1...I use a spray adhesive to secure the cushion onto the board.
#2.....I prefer a batting over the cushion to soften the edges.
#3.....When using a patterned fabric always measure the run of the fabric and center accordingly.
#4....I prefer a single folded corner.
I think she fits perfectly in her new home!
I have gone back and forth trying to decide whether to paint it or not....What do you think? Right now, I'm leaning against painting it...The wood is in great shape and in this case I think I prefer the natural color of the wood.
Total cost of this project= $21.75
Bench $4.50
Fabric 1/2 yd. $9.25
batting and cushion appox. $8.00....supplies I already had on hand.
Hope you enjoy!
I"m back to the garage, those projects are calling my name!
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LOVE that fabric. I'm a fabric junkie, too. And oh--love that vintage hunk!!! awesome job!
ReplyDeleteSo stinkin' cute! In my house, painted would look best, but the wood is in great condition, so it's totally your preference! Where do you get your fabric?
ReplyDeleteLove that fabric! Ohhhh, I love the wood just the way it is. It adds such a nice warmth to your photo :)
ReplyDeleteI love the wood. Don't paint it now, later on you can paint it but I wouldn't now. Loving that material! I am like you I love materials. The bench turned out great. I have an old church bench at the foot of my bed I been thinking about putting some padding and material on it. This makes me want to do it. I am so jelous of your mud room!!
ReplyDeleteLisa, I love your new fabric and the bench! I wouldn't paint it either - I like a little woodsy-ness in a space to balance out the white! But either way I think it's gorgeous! Going to check out that etsy shop now - thanks for the recommendation.
ReplyDeleteLove that fabric, too! (another fabric junkie, here) The bench looks terrific! I'd keep the base wood. It helps it to stand out against the white board and batten. Can't wait to see the other projects. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous fabric!!!! I love it.
ReplyDeleteIt looks fabulous! I love the fabric you chose!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job! You made it look so easy. I do like the look of the wood but if you ever tire you have so many colour options. I could totally see a leaf green or a navy blue. Can't wait to see what you're up to next:)
ReplyDeleteI love the bench! I've been looking for one to re-cover for our family room. I'm very impressed that you found that one for $4.50!
ReplyDeleteIt looks great in that area. Nice work!
Pam
i love that fabric! it is gorgeous! the bench looks so perfect- updated, and fresh! classic but fun, too!
ReplyDeleteThe bench is great!!! love the fabric you pick out, Looks good thanks for the sweet comment. Have a good week
ReplyDeletePattie
I Loooooove that fabric!!! You have a good eye for design. Good lookin entry :) Michelle
ReplyDeleteI love that fabric! hmm...i could use that in my Mom Cave!
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I love it! The whole area looks awesome. I am dying to try a bench like that too. I think I am leaning towards painting. But, it does look awesome as is.
ReplyDeleteIt looks fantastic! Love the fabric. I ADORE fabric! Should see my stash.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Love that fabric!! It's amazing what a change in fabric can do :)
ReplyDeleteCute fabric. I sort of like it unpainted also since it's a nice contract with the white wainscotting. I love fabric, but tend to buy it and then not use it, so I'm on a fabric buying vacation right now.
ReplyDeleteO.K....where did you get that fabric...LOVE it. I know I might be the lone ranger on this one...but I would paint it and really disstress it...but I do that to everything...it looks beautiful this way too!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!! And what a great find that fabric is. Need to check out her site.
ReplyDeleteThat is the perfect fabric for that bench - so cute and sassy. I have enjoyed looking back through some of your previous posts and have added my name (sunflowers pic) as a follower. Linda
ReplyDeleteLOVE IT!
ReplyDeleteFirst, I Love that fabric. And your mudroom alternative is beautiful!! Off to read that post. Oh, love the bench unpainted, it looks really nice against the white walls.
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric. What a great pattern. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Love the fabric, the board and batten - the whole thing!
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric and love the wood tone against the white...my vote is to keep it that way! :-)
ReplyDeleteVanessa
I love the way the wood looks! The fabric is
ReplyDeleteamazing...great job! Thank you for stopping
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Jane
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LOVE IT! Don't paint it. I think the wood looks great. You can always change your mind later. Seriously great choice of fabric!
ReplyDeleteNow that is a fabulous makeover...love the fabric!
ReplyDeleteI have a small fabric addiction of my own! I love the fabric you picked out. It's perfect for the stool - -which I think looks great without any paint. It's a nice contrast with all the white painted items around it.
ReplyDeleteLove that fabric and the bench looks like something in a PB photo in the last picture.
ReplyDeleteI'm a fabric fanatic too. I love the fabric you used on the bench and it looks fabulous in your "mudroom alternative". I agree with Kim, the last photo looks like a magazine shot!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog so I could find yours!!
Jane
I love how it turned out, Lisa! It looks great against the white too.
ReplyDeleteI love that fabric. Your bench turned out great. I think the natural color blends beautifully in that spot with the other natural elements; baskets, branches, etc
ReplyDeletePS Had to smile when you said...."This morning after the kids got off to school"....just because that's when I shift gears too :)
It looks just gorgeous in your entryway!
ReplyDeleteThat fabric is to die for! love it!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Lisa, you did a great job on the bench and I love your choice of fabric. It looks really nice in your entryway. Thanks for visit and now I'm one of your newest followers.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day,
Gail
Love that fabric!!! So cute:)
ReplyDeleteLooks great. I can understand why you don't want to paint wood in great shape. The natural wood is working.
ReplyDeleteThe fabric is so pretty. You did a wonerful job recovering the bench. It looks awesome! You know me I paint everything I can get my hands on :)
ReplyDeleteXO
Kristin
It's adorable! Love your fabric choice :).
ReplyDeleteThe bench was made to go in that spot! I soo love your shelf and wall trim behind the bench!
ReplyDeleteLove it all!! Perfect! Would you mind sharing your gray wall color? Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteGreat job, as usual! I agree with you and am leaning towards leaving the wood as is. It looks great with the white backdrop!
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric. I think it would look even better painted.
ReplyDeletewhat color are your walls in that picture..a gray or green gray?
The Oscars are great! Thanks for stopping by my blog with your healing words and loving concern!
ReplyDeleteIt turned out great. I love the fabric.
ReplyDelete~Heidi
I really love it the fabric is perfect for the shape. I say don't paint the bench it looks great the way it is
ReplyDeleteLooks great and I would keep it natural wood for sure because it really looks great the way it is...a nice touch with all the white trim!
ReplyDeleteLisa,
ReplyDeleteYour bench turned out fabulously! That fabric, to die for! The wood looks great, leave it till you tire of it and then do something different. How warm and inviting your entry way is, what a lovely first impression for your guests!
Rebecca
I love the bench. I'm a fabric nut too. I wouldn't paint it, save yourself the work, it looks great as is.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Lisa x
Oh good gracious I love it! Now I have to check out that shop.
ReplyDeleteLove the fabric - and I love it "unpainted".
ReplyDeleteLooks professional to me! great job!
So, SO gorgeous!! Love it :)
ReplyDeletegreat transformation i love the fabric
ReplyDeleteWhat kind of stapple gun do you use and do you like it?
ReplyDeleteAdorable mud room alternative. I say skip painting it, it's perfect as is. Love the fabric choice!
ReplyDeleteThe bench came out amazing!! Great job...love that fabric! Your mudroom area looks so stylish.
ReplyDelete~Jenna, SAS Interiors
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The fabric is perfect. The bench is well done. The styling of it all is fabulous! In love.
ReplyDeleteLooks fantastic and pretty faric choice too!
ReplyDelete:D Lynda