After running lots of errands this morning, I was determined to find time for this little project this afternoon...
I felt the regency striped fabric covering the seat was a little dated, but I liked the floral details on the legs and frame of the stool. I didn't feel it needed painting, and thought it best to keep the gold highlights original to the stool.
Using the mouldings as my inspiration, I chose a pretty vintage rose printed fabric to re-cover the top (one of my favourites actually!)
I removed the old braid and nails from the upholstery and simply stapled the fresh fabric over the top, trimming off the excess flush with the staples.
I had plenty of this vintage pleated trimming in my supplies, which was ideal for hiding the staples.
This was glued in place.
This was glued in place.
I think it has a more feminine look now and would be a fun addition to a girl's boudoir!
Some fabric covered drawers, green pressed glass jug, glass toothbrush holder, an Observer book and a sparkling brooch.
I also bought a doll's wooden bed, which I intend to make some bed linens for. I'll show that project when its complete.
Hope you have a great week,
Niki x
It's amazing what a fresher, brighter fabric can do - that stool looks just like new!
ReplyDeleteJune.
The stool is so pretty - what a transformation, much better. I love your blog you always sheer me up with your lovely finds and makes.
ReplyDeleteThat fabric is so much more fitting, looks lovely. Linda x
ReplyDeleteI wasn't sure about you removing what it had, but after I saw the very pretty rose fabric I was sold. It's beautiful. God bless. Cathy
ReplyDeleteWhat an improvement! Lovely fabric, so pretty. Well done!
ReplyDeleteI think the stool looks so much prettier with the floral fabric you've used. I've got some old bedroom chairs that I once recovered with some maroon brocade...feel another project coming along!
ReplyDeletethe fabric looks so much more in keeping with the style of the stool. You always have a good eye.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty Niki..
ReplyDeleteSusan x
Great stool transformation....so pretty!
ReplyDeleteJulie x
what a great difference! I love that sweet stool. dont ya just love when just a little bit of time and energy can make such a huge difference?
ReplyDeletehave a great week
I liked the striped fabric and then I saw the floral fabric and I liked it even better.
ReplyDeleteMy house is so full right now that I am having withdrawal from not having a re-do project.
Love the stool!!
ReplyDeleteI love it, it's so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBee happy x
Have a delicious day!
Niki - another of your wonderful transformations.
ReplyDeleteT x
Fabulous stool refurb. The floral fabric is so much prettier. I've only just discovered your blog, I think I will be back, oh yes. x
ReplyDeleteAbsolute Gorgeousness!
ReplyDeleteSandie xx
Love the stool, beautiful 'new' material.
ReplyDeleteCarol xx
Oh the stool looks amazing - at first I was like..uh-oh....then I was like....ok....then I was like....OH YES DEFINITELY! You had the vision and you were so right!!!!
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