I started a blog about 6 months ago but only did 2 posts. Why??? Because I have been busy creating all the projects that would be really great for a blog. Unfortunately I am a very easily distracted person and I gave up on the blogging part. So here I am do over/ take two.
I acquired some free chairs from my husband’s grandparents.
They had already been recovered about 20 years ago but they were still sturdy albeit dated. I decided to totally strip them to the bones.
Not a great idea since I had no experience in upholstery but with a bit of help from Google I figured it out. However I really do not recommend that you do this unless it is already in terrible condition.
I got fabric, foam, batting and staple board at JoAnn's over the next week with coupons making the total for both chairs about $100. It is hard to tell but the fabric is an textured black zebra pattern.
Ultimately it took about 3 full days to finish both chairs ( though notice the christmas tree in the picture they have been done for a while!) I had quite a few of mistakes on the first one so #2 was much faster. I love the edgy modern fabric on such a traditional chair. I do not think however I will go into the upholstery business anytime soon. It is really tough on your hands!
Have a great day and do something for you!
