Comments on: before and after: shelly’s chairs (with instructions)

By: J.

J. — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 03:27:12 +0000

And also love the wooden folding chair in the back corner – am sitting on a similar one right now which is older than I am and which I will likely bust through at any minute but which I refuse to give up because I love the design, and yup – the color of the wood. Perhaps I should turn it into a magazine rack before I hit the ground though . . .anyway – also love the other chair w. the classic curved back and the green cushion – yeah natural wood grain!! Just makes me relaxed looking at them. Thanks so much for posting!

By: J.

J. — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 03:20:13 +0000

Wow- love how they came out – always partial to preserving a natural wood color/grain if possible (I second you Savannah) and the fabric choice perfectly compliments the new stain. It looks cutting edge/retro – like it’s from a 1920′s bohemian apt. whose inhabitants have just stepped out to a cocktail swilling brunch.

By: Niq

Niq — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:57:12 +0000

That fabric is AMAZING! I love it.

By: Angela

Angela — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:02:14 +0000

Very nice- great example of a before & after not requiring paint. I could see these in an Elle Decor or Domino room…

By: Jan Jessup

Jan Jessup — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:37:14 +0000

Wonderful upholstery job, Shelly! For those who are interested in this fabric, it’s available at all the Calico Corners stores across the country or by calling (800) 213-6366. Style SITA in CRANBERRY is $39.99 per yard and is 100% Linen. It’s imported and has a repeat of 6-3/4 inches. You can borrow the fabric to try at home before you buy. Sorry it’s not yet online. And if you’re not into reupholstering, the Calico workrooms will be happy to redo your furniture for you. Thanks!

By: moodboard

moodboard — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:21:55 +0000

oh I love it. I actually like the modern fabric against the distressed wood.