My $3 Chair
I bought this chair a couple of weeks ago at Goodwill for $3. But, when I stripped it down I found $1.40 in the cushions, along with two ink pens, a pencil and several pieces of children's toys. So I would say I'm even. Okay, maybe I'm more than even...
I covered this chair in Alexander Henry Home's Black Veronique, which I liked on the bolt, but I LOVE on this chair. This chair was very different than the Blue Leaflet chair I did- much less sewing, much more stapling and using special upholstery supplies. I also didn't attempt to match anything on this chair, because I just couldn't figure out the repeat. But, I don't think it matters. I did match the covered buttons I put on the back, but you wouldn't know that because they blend in so well, you can't see them! And I made a couple of boo boos on this chair, but a little Fray Check prevented further disaster.
I'll write up a pictorial essay this afternoon or evening. I'll even point out my boo boos.
(Update 3/13/2008: My write-up is done.)
Wow! That chair looks absolutely amazing.
Posted by:ashley | March 12, 2008 at 05:33 PM
That look amazing! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by:KK | March 12, 2008 at 05:55 PM
It looks gorgeous! I wish I could do that. You are awesome!
Posted by:Terri | March 12, 2008 at 05:56 PM
LOVE IT!
I have dining chairs that I need to redo, so I am looking forward to your essay!
How do you choose fabric for your projects? just go with what you like? go with what enhances the piece? or do you try to match where you are putting the piece?
Posted by:johnnie | March 12, 2008 at 06:53 PM
Wow, I am looking forward to your essay. I have a love seat that really needs to be recovered. I know I can do the cushions but I am not so sure about the frame. I hope I can learn something from you.
Posted by:Chris G. | March 12, 2008 at 06:59 PM
wow! I'm enjoying all the furniture you are re-doing! I like this one the best so far!
FYI: be aware of bed bugs in the furniture...my brothers friend is an exterminator and he said they can be found on many 2nd hand items. Look close...if you see little drops of what appears to blood...stay away! oh gosh I hope I did not freak you out! they like to hide in the seams.
Posted by:amy | March 12, 2008 at 07:00 PM
That is really GREAT looking! Nice work :)
Posted by:Brie | March 12, 2008 at 07:01 PM
Fab-U-lous!!
Posted by:SilverLining Designs | March 12, 2008 at 07:09 PM
The Black Veronique is tres magnifique! I hope I spelled that right! That is a fantastic job. I'm so glad I found your blog and store. -- Michele
http://calicodaisy.blogspot.com/
Posted by:Michele C | March 12, 2008 at 07:42 PM
That chair is just gorgeous! Congratulations on a beautiful piece!
Caroline
Posted by:Caroline | March 12, 2008 at 08:23 PM
WOWZA! Why can't I ever find great chairs to recover like that! Awesome job!
Posted by:Tara | March 12, 2008 at 08:49 PM
I have a very similar chair that's in desperate need of recovering (although I paid $15 for mine!!) You're motivating me to get something done!!!! I don't know if I'll be able to attempt it as a diy. Your chair is GORGEOUS!!!!! It's fantastic really!! very chic!
Posted by:courtney | March 12, 2008 at 09:13 PM
I love this chair, I am going to need to start checking out the furniture in Goodwill, I absolutely love what you did to this chair! I can't wait to find a chair like this, and I will buy up some of this fabric!
Posted by:Stephanie | March 12, 2008 at 09:48 PM
how do you do it? seriously, do you ever sleep?
Well i love it, along with everything else on your blog; been a fan and customer at your store and just love love love your willingness to share all you're doing.
Posted by:Sarah | March 12, 2008 at 09:53 PM
AWESOME! I actually went to our Goodwill, thanks to you, but ours is expensive! THey wanted $30 for chairs. What's up with that?!?!
This chair is the best yet, in my opinion!!!
Posted by:janice | March 12, 2008 at 11:17 PM
This is just so awesome... you did a great job... fantastic...
Your are truly an inspiration to me... We have a couple furniture who need a little bit makeover...
Greetings from Germany
Andrea
Posted by:Andrea | March 13, 2008 at 07:30 AM
WOW! What an amazing transformation. I'm quite impressed and inspired. I have a chair that's been sitting in my house for years that I keep saying i'm going to attempt to redo...now maybe I really will!
Posted by:Chandra | March 13, 2008 at 09:32 AM
gorgeous!
Posted by:Emily | March 13, 2008 at 10:49 AM
Have I mentioned recently that you are a GENIUS?!!!!! That looks incredible. What an eye you have.
Posted by:Emily | March 13, 2008 at 01:29 PM
Holy Mother Mary. Yes, that was exactly what came out of my mouth when I saw the transformation.
Can't wait for you to cough up your process.
You're talented.
Posted by:Annie | March 13, 2008 at 02:40 PM
I think the buttons really bring it up a notch. That chair is lucky to have met you.
Posted by:Rhonda | March 13, 2008 at 06:15 PM
Shut up! that is amazing. love the fabric, love the black legs, love that you paid $3 and found $1.40, love it all! what an awesome chair. i think i'm heading to goodwill over the weekend.
Posted by:sharon | March 13, 2008 at 08:02 PM
I've been eyeing your blog for a while now. I love it. Firstly I can't believe you found a chair for $3 even at Goodwill, what a fab buy. Secondly it looks absolutely stunning now that you've re-covered it. Wow. If it wasn't 11pm right now I'd be out at my local Goodwill looking for some awesome bargains to inspire a little creativity.
Posted by:Tonya | March 14, 2008 at 02:00 AM
Love it! Great job!
With friendship,
Lisa
Posted by:Lisa thedomesticdiva | March 14, 2008 at 06:13 AM
B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!!!!!
love, love, love!!!!!
Posted by:andi | March 14, 2008 at 04:58 PM