Friday, May 13, 2011

Free Thrift Store Chair turned FABULOUS!

I am a hopeless romantic for discarded treasures, such is the case for this abandoned chair...






































She was in terrible forgotten, hopeless condition! On the left you can see
the bad fabric and worn wood. I painted up the wood and recovered the fabric with 
old pillowcases . I fluffed up the sides with extra lace from an extra valance I had.





















I had no intention of keeping this fluffy chair until she found a
spot in the corner of my living room!





















Pretty little embroidered pillow with dainty pink and yellow flowers!
I just love fluffy ruffles! Can you tell?


I added this cute wall pocket with fluffy pink roses to the front of my little faux fireplace screen table...


































Thank you for stopping by!
 Have a delightful weekend!
Happy Pink Saturday!
I will be sharing this with the lovely Cindy for Show and Tell Friday!
Hugs,


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49 comments:

  1. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 11, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Olivia, my girly friend, your chair is simply darling! What a lovely job you made of her. I don't blame you a bit for keeping her; I would too. Thanks for sharing and enjoy the rest of your week.

    Blessings and hugs,
    Sandi

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  2. stefanieMay 11, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    oh, its sooooooooo you!!!!

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  3. UnknownMay 11, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Wow. Lame I know but WOW. LOL I can't believe this transformation. You are amazing girlfriend! It's gorgeous and fits perfectly in your living room! OK, I must have missed the post but what are the gorgeous pieces on either side of your armoir?
    xo
    Roselle

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  4. The Polka Dot ClosetMay 11, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    I just knew it would be fabulous if you did it!!! and it was, great job!

    Carol

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  5. Brenda ~ The Heminger FarmhouseMay 11, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    You did a wonderful job breathing new life into the chair ~ It looks FABULOUS!!!

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  6. Sissie's Shabby CottageMay 11, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    I love fluffy ruffles too! Your little chair is so sweet.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  7. A Shabby Moment in TimeMay 11, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Beautiful Olivia!!!! Love the way you transform things!!!
    Blessings & Hugs,
    Karen

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  8. Stephanie ~ Angelic AccentsMay 11, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Wow, now that turned out terrific, Olivia!! Stunning transformation!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  9. shabbychicladyMay 12, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Wonderful job Olivia. I love it. You did a magnificent job.

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  10. SusanMay 13, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Olivia you are so talented! Love the chair!

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  11. HollyMay 13, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    What a beautiful transformation! If that chair were real, she would think you for altering her life! Such talent and creativity! I am your newest follower.
    Happy Pink Saturday!

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  12. ShabbyprimdelightsMay 13, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Hi Olivia....everything you create is always so pretty. Love your lounge...it looks divine.
    HPS
    Michelle

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  13. Jil~Say It With RosesMay 13, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday, Olivia!
    Your room is just delightful and so is your chair. I love the lacy drop and the embroidered pillow is perfect! You did good!!!!
    Thank you for stopping by and come back soon!
    Jil

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  14. Tammy @BeatriceBanksMay 13, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    So pretty! You really know how to bring the romance and charm to an ordinary chair! Beautiful job.
    HPS!

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  15. LVMay 13, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    You did a marvelous makeover on that chair. Looks very nice where you have it.

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  16. UnknownMay 13, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Olivia, your chair is beautiful! I love the lace touch & your room is so peaceful & elegant.

    Have a beautiful PINK weekend.
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

    5 day GIVEAWAY, pop over

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  17. Cottage RoseMay 13, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Hi Olivia; I love your gorgeous chair... she looks so happy with her new beautiful out fit.... fabulous work,,, your living room is so gorgeous. and I love the pretty pink flowers hanging on your pretty fireplace.....
    Happy Pink Saturday;

    Hugs;
    Alaura

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  18. Miss LindaMay 13, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    This is absolutely wonderful. Thank you so very much for sharing this. I will be moving next year and need to find frugal ways to furnish and decorate my new home. Your blog is giving me so much inspiration!

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  19. UnknownMay 13, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    How sweet! It's so fun to breathe new life into old, discarded things! :)

    HaPpY pInK sAtUrDaY!
    Sarah

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  20. Cindy AdkinsMay 13, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Oh wow, Olivia...what a transformation--and your whole room is totally dreamy--WOW!!! Happy Pink Saturday!
    XO
    Cindy

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  21. AnonymousMay 13, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Oh my gosh - I cannot believe what you did with that chair! AMAZING! Now I have to look around and see what other miracles you have done! Happy Pink Saturday!
    Hugs, Patti

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  22. Denise@alloverrosesMay 13, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    Oh my Miss Olivia your chair is unbelievable! Wow what a transformation! Your room is just over the top gorgeous! Happy Pink Saturday!
    hugs,
    Denise

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  23. danaMay 13, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    What an amazing Chair Makeover!! You did a wonderful job on that....and it looks perfect in your room. Happy P. Sat!!!! dana

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  24. VintagesouthernlifeMay 13, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Love the chair. You did a terrific job!
    Visiting from show and tell

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  25. Lynne MoncrieffMay 14, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    Hi Olivia and a Happy Pink Saturday
    Oh this is divine. You have created such a beautifully, old style romantic chair and I love it.
    Thank You so much for taking the time to visit my Blog and also for being part of my Giveaway.
    Wishes
    Lynne

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  26. genieMay 14, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    You were so creative with the old frame of a chair. Someone else’s junk can always become your treasure with just a little bit of thought and work. All of your pictures are beautiful...such a lovely home. So inviting.

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  27. Joyce - Quilted NestMay 14, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    OK - I would have completely ignored that chair - even at 'free'. What you did was nothing short of amazing. Thanks for stopping by my blog and come back anytime!

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  28. AnonymousMay 14, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    WOW you gave that plain jane a makeover
    now she's pretty enough to be a bridesmaid :D
    happy pink saturday
    ~victoria~

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  29. Jillian's Bella Rosa AntiquesMay 14, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    You did an amazing job!

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  30. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)May 14, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    What a talent you have. Your chair turned out amazing. A Perfect fit for your darling living area. hugs ~lynne~

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  31. UnknownMay 14, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Olivia so nice to meet you. I could get lost in this beauty for hours. I have to view this on my phone for now but when I get home I will be adding this to my blogroll. Thanks for visiting me for tea today. Xo Trish

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  32. CharMay 14, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Olivia, what you did with the shabby chair is just beautiful. I don't know if I would have seen it's beauty. You took something that no one wanted and turned her into a treasure. The pillow is gorgeous. I love the lace and all the design. Well done!!!
    Happy Pink Saturday, Char

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  33. DaniellaMay 14, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Who would abandon such a pretty chair! You have created something special for sure!
    HPS!!
    xxDaniella

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  34. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 14, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Hi Olivia,
    I was here and commented on your pretty chair once already but I daresay Blogger ate it because it's not here! Thanks for stopping by and leaving your sweet comment. I always enjoy having you stop by. Happy Pinks and enjoy your weekend, my friend.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  35. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 14, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    Oh my goodness Olivia, with such talent you have who needs to buy anything new! It looks gorgeous that chair, what a job! The roomm's so romantic and beautiful! Congrats! I love this.
    Thank you for coming and leaving me such lovely and sweet comments, I know my hubby's the hero this time!
    Hugs
    FABBY

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  36. mypinkprettiesaboutmeMay 14, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Olivia, You always inspire me. Of course you know I'm moving in any day now! Thx for sharing.

    HPS

    LL

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  37. Tasha AndersonMay 14, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    What a lovely blog. I can't wait to sit and look through it with a nice cup of tea:) Thanks for visiting my site and I LOVE,LOVE, LOVE the chair!!!
    I'd love for you to share it on my blog party
    http://www.frugaliciousme.com/search/label/The%20Sometimes%20Thursday%20Players

    XOXO Tasha

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  38. Tasha AndersonMay 14, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Thanks for sharing:) I know you will inspire many!
    XOXO,
    Tasha

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  39. mercedes scottMay 14, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    I'm so happy that chair found a special corner in your home... after that amazing transformation you gave it, it deserves a place of honor! I enjoyed my 1st visit to your blog and can't wait to come back... :)
    p.s. thanks for stopping by for a visit.

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  40. ShirlMay 14, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Hello Olivia, Happy Pink Saturday! Love your pink post this week. Your chair turned out beautiful and looks so pretty in your living room. Love that pillow too! Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving a sweet comment.
    I wish you peace! Shirl
    Shirls Rose Cottage

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  41. suesuebMay 14, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    A fabulous redo!! Your chair is so pretty and feminine now. I love recycling too. Thanks for the visit and hope you have a wonderful pink week!

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  42. very merry vintage styleMay 14, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Great job--ya gotta love free! The whole room looks amazing. Thanks for linking up your post to my party--
    Mary

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  43. La Vie QuotidienneMay 15, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    How cleaver you are...this is a lovely addition to your room. What a wonderful job you did a total transformation! Super. Thank you for stopping by to visit me, have a great day!

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  44. MonicaMay 15, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Hi Olivia,
    and Happy Pink Saturday!
    What a fabulous job you did with that chair! Now she's ready for a second life around! I'm in love with that small white armoire... truly gorgeous!
    Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving lovely words!
    Monica.

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  45. AnonymousMay 15, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    If she could, that old chair would give you a big fat hug! It's beautiful and happy to be staying with you. Happy Pink Saturday.

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  46. The Polka Dot ClosetMay 15, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Olivia, I want to come to your house! I don't know where small town USA is though! LOL beautiful

    Carol

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  47. AnonymousMay 15, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Oh my I bet that chair feels like Cinderella in her new dress!!

    Great transformation!!

    bee blessed
    mary

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  48. Maryjane-The Beehive CottageMay 16, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Now that is amazing talent and what a vision you had! Beautiful!

    Hugs,
    Maryjane

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  49. Passionate for WhiteMay 16, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    I could have never envisioned that... just beautiful!

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Hello Friend! Thank you so much for stopping by! I love to hear your thoughts! Hugs, Olivia

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