I found three perfect little chairs at the thrift store........ Perfect for transformations!
First up
I know, I know...I hated to paint it, but...
...I know what will sell in my booth at Orange Tree, and that is: anything sweet and shabby. I purchased this--oh so sweet--floral fabric from Carousel Designs for $8.40 a yard
Next up, this little vanity chair
Next up, this little vanity chair
Give it a try, it appears to be a hot seller!
And last up this dining chair, you've seen them with the raised rose on the back
There...You've officially had your chair fix for the day!
Once again I want you to know how much I appreciate you stopping by...I know it is a few minutes of your day that you will never get back, and my heart soars with the fact that you decided to spend those few minutes with me!
Once again I want you to know how much I appreciate you stopping by...I know it is a few minutes of your day that you will never get back, and my heart soars with the fact that you decided to spend those few minutes with me!
Happy Creating!
Carol
53 comments:
So cute! I did a chair this week in blue with a burlap-like seat; but I didn't stencil it as you have here. So pretty! :)
Love them all Carol!! I have always had an affinity with anything that has a harp on it. I just bought a side table for my family room with the harp motif on each end. A big hug and congratulations on being published in Stampington. Cool! xo
So darling! I'm always amazed at what paint does. I have quite a thing for chairs too!
I have a lot of painting to do in my home, wouldn't you come to PARIS and help me ??
No spring for the moment here !
xoxo
Joëlle
Lovely as usual! I am always guaranteed a pleasant few minutes when I visit your blog and that is why I keep coming back :)
I have an old chair I need redone and am still searching for the perfect fabric.
Sue
Amazing!
Utterly lovely and whimsical, each and everyone of them.
Already envious of the ones that are going to buy them and have a Carol work of Art in their place.
Thank you for sharing,
Teresa
Gorgeous! Love them all :-)
I love them. They became fantastic after you laid your hand on them.
Have a great day.
Hugs
Great fix ups, Carol. I have a set of 8 of those rosette chairs(last photo). However, I acquired them over the years and stripped them all down....lol...so I guess I WON'T be painting them..but I LOVE yours-xo Diana
I'm in love with all three! They are lovely.
Dear Carol, you are the wizard of make-overs. I need you here helping me sand on Gypsy Rose,LOL. I already have about 25 hours of sanding time in. Once we get this hard stuff done and start oiling and painting, she'll start to shine:)
Your chair make-overs and absolute amazing . . . they are going to sell almost before you set them down in your booth. You amaze me!
Have a great weekend.
Your blogging sister, Connie :)
You are an artist in chair transformations. Loved seeing all three.
Joy
They are all beautiful, Carol! I am going to be looking for chairs for my booth, but it seems I will have to find those without fabric. Apparently, there is a thing in Ohio where you have to have them sprayed if they are second hand and I'm still trying to figure out what you do when it's new filling and fabric. This goes for pillows, too. So this might be a damper on those things I want to have in my booth now.
Carol, they all are beautiful. I have some I want to fix, too. Just waiting for the weather to warm up a little. Have a Blessed day, Trisha
So darling! I'm always amazed at what paint does. I have quite a thing for chairs too!
Have a blessed day
Carol
Very shabby chic!
I could paint the last two chairs, but the 1st I'm not really sure.
But if the objective is for re-sale you have to do what you have to do! It really does look better.
Your chairs are divine and I can see why they sell out. New life and fresh outlook are a very good thing. Happy Transforming Dear...
Soooo pretty, I love them all ;) you always do such great makeovers ;)
Smiles~
Mari
Oh gosh, those are gorgeous!
Love what you did with them. The one you hated to paint would never sell like that... you're version is so much prettier.
Impresiónante cambio....me encantan
un besin
Carolina
I just LOVE seeing the before and afters of these wonderful chairs! So fabulous!
Very cute Carol. Chairs are hard to sell in my booth...don't know why.
I'm glad yours are selling.
Love the fabric on the first one.
hugs
Sissie
Love them! Do you do any priming or sanding first, or just paint them as is? You make it look so easy! And BEAUTIFUL!!!
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Beautiful, I love them all. After spending time on your blog, I'm considering painting some of my antiques I spent many many hours stripping years ago. If I thought I could do as good of a job as you I wouldn't hesitate. I love everything you do!!!
It is a treat to look at all the amazing things you do to make things pretty. Our front porch needs spiffing up and I want to find a chair to paint (or I mean have my husband paint! lol). I love your first chair idea you showed! Nancy
I love re-doing chairs (not necessarily the painting part)because there are so many possibilities. Your white paint/tan combo is delightful! Thanks for the inspirations!
These are just beautiful transformations! You have a real talent for this, Carol!
I love a pretty chair. I guess because they are so easy to fix up and the result can be so amazing--like these! Love that floral fabric :)
Oh this is just the most beautiful!!! I love love the white and gray material with the wood! You are so talented! :D
Hugs,
You found these beauties at the thrift store? Wow, love the bones on all three of them and your fabulous transformations!!
Great transformation and embellishment!I am your newest follower.
Hugs Vicky
Personally, I think that painting a random solo chair is the way to go. My problem is getting the courage to paint a set of them. (But I have!)
My favorite is the lyre back vanity chair. I love that!
Wow what great finds! I love that first one!!! Will I see you at the Fancy Flea tomorrow?
Blessings,
Amy Jo
Great transformations!
I just love stopping in to see what you are creating. I've got to get brave and do this to some chairs I have. When I started painting things, everybody wanted it smooth, covered and perfect. I've not really adapted to this messy, rubbed off , old world charm we all love now. I bought some supplies but haven't been brave enough to try really "messing" it up. I believe you have inspired me and I have some cute burlap ready to go.
: ) thanks for the inspiration (())
the world's a better place with your pretties, carol:) i love these so much! happy weekend!
Oh Carol, I adore chairs too and these are fabulous and I love what you have done. Just charming. Love the fabric on the first one and the graphic is awesome.
I just found a chair last weekend and will share the redo on Monday.
Have a great weekend and happy creating.
XO CM
I'm sure the cuties will sell! Sounds like you have a fun business!
Carol,
All three chairs came out stunning but what also caught my eye was the Tussie Mussie on the first chair. I am sure you also made that too. Very pretty!!
Thanks so much for stopping by and for your encouraging words on my weight loss journey!! I have lost another 2.4 pounds so I am up to 7.8 pounds lost in 3 weeks!!
Hugs,
Deb
Carol...they are all beautiful. My fave is the first one. LOving that fabric...perfectly shabby chic!
I love your chairs, Carol. I have a bit of a chair fetish myself. Thanks a bunch for the shout out too. I always appreciate it.
You are just like MOI. No grass grows under your feet either! :)
My first month was wildly successful in my booth. Oh my gosh! Crazy as it sounds they offered me a larger space that is fab...must think.
Think. Think. Think.
You are crazy talented.
xoRebecca
Your creations are always adorable and such great prices! I love that little stool. Thanks for the tips!
Hugs,
Patti
Your chairs turned out beautifully! Doesn't everything look better painted white? They will sell quickly for sure:)
You sure did find three perfect little chairs Carol. What great re-dos!
I love them all! You made them so beautiful. I have a couple that I would like to re-do. Thanks for the inspiration.
I LOVE THE MUSIC CHAIR!!! Perfectly done. Chairs, one can never ever have too many. Well maybe if you live in a round house I suppose but if there is corner without a purpose, BUY a chair I say! I love mismatched everything so your singing my song! Well done as always. Your such an inspiration and make me feel guilty for slow sluggish days. :) Hugs. Tammy
I love the chairs. - Revis
love your transformations...
all so sweet.
barb
Oh your chairs are wonderful! Love that floral fabric! Gorgeous! I am happy I stopped by.
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