I've been hearing rumblings that summer is over, but I'm not buying it. Not yet.
In fact, I'm kind of rebelling against that idea.
Case in point: my Summer Cottage Chair Makeover.
I've mentioned here at A Joyful Cottage that I gather with a group of crafty ladies at my church once a month.
When we meet I always grab this chair because it's the most comfortable seat for me. Lately I've been having some lower back issues, and this chair really helps me while I'm sewing. Knowing this, my church gave it to me so I'd have a comfortable chair at home. Very sweet, right?
The chair is very sturdy and serviceable, and with a little updating I knew it would work well in my studio.
On hand I had some ivory craft paint, and a yard of striped cotton upholstery fabric that I found at a thrift store eons ago.
I took the chair apart, sanded the wood a bit and painted it, then stapled the new fabric onto the seat and back. You may not be able to tell from the photos, but the paint has a whitewashed effect.
This makeover was completed in an afternoon.
I'm really happy with the way it turned out. It will be nice to have a cheery pattern in my studio this winter, not to mention a comfortable chair for my back.
All I need now is to find a chair to replace this one at our church.
Wish me luck.
I party with:
DIY Sunday Showcase
Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
What's It Wednesday at Ivy & Elephants
Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life
Share Your Cup Thursday at Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson
Creative Ways at Posed Perfection
Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home
Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage
The Art of Homemaking at Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth
DIY Sunday Showcase
Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
What's It Wednesday at Ivy & Elephants
Home and Garden Thursday at A Delightsome Life
Share Your Cup Thursday at Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson
Creative Ways at Posed Perfection
Home Sweet Home at The Charm of Home
Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage
The Art of Homemaking at Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth