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French Chair Makeover

May 14, 2013 By Jill Flory 40 Comments

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Just when I think I’m ahead of schedule I decide I’m actually behind.

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Just when it seems I’m getting almost to the finish line, I remember a few more things I wanted to do.

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Just as I mark one thing off the list, 3 more get added.

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Just when I think I’ve thought of everything I’m reminded of something I forgot.

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Just when the stress level gets too high, I remember that God is able and He will carry me through.

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Just when I begin to worry a bit too much, I remember that I can’t control the things I’m worrying about anyway so why bother!

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Just when I start to thing ‘I will NEVER do a pop-up shop event again’ I rememberthat I have thought that every time I’ve done one and I most likely WILL do one again ๐Ÿ˜€

This french chair that I showed you here got a makeover last week and is headed to the Springfield flea this weekend! ย Isn’t she lovely with her new paint job, skirt and arm bands?! ย She was a fun makeover to do and I love how she turned out.

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Forecast for the weekend is showing some rain and thunderstorms. ย I am praying that neither materializes!

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I am the blogger behind this blog, a small business owner, both retail and wholesale. I'm a designer and design consultant, I blog about DIY projects, sewing tips and tutorials I've picked up along the way in the more than 25 years I've been using needle, thread, and machine, home decor, homeschooling, and life.

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  1. Debbie says

    May 14, 2013 at 7:54 am

    Oh Rats!! I was SO hoping you wouldn’t get to that chair for another…oh, 9 months or so? Ha ha ha. Did you replace the padding? Or is the slip cover laying on top of it? I can’t tell. Either way, it’s beautiful Jill, and you’ve done an amazing job, as always. If I were a guest at your house, I’d make a b-line for that chair and sit right down and make myself at home. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Debbie

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 14, 2013 at 7:22 pm

      ๐Ÿ™‚ I decided this was the perfect time to get most of the chair projects finished! I didn’t replace the padding – I just made a slipcover to put over the seat. And I hot glued the fabric to the arm pieces and made double welt piping for around the edge. The only thing I took off was the old piping on the arms. The seat really could be torn apart and new springs/padding put in. But it’s not terrible like it is so I left it. The slip could always come off and some rework be done to make it a bit more comfortable if you wanted to use it all the time and then the slip tied back in place ๐Ÿ™‚ I’ll let someone else tackle that hopefully!

      Reply
  2. Liz @ Quirky Vistas says

    May 14, 2013 at 8:08 am

    Well, if that’s what comes of your forgetfulness and feeling behind, I’d say you are doing well! What adorable things you always come up with. Rain, rain go away, come again another day! I hope you have a wonderful time and a profitable sale. The folks who come to shop have a treat in store for them for sure!
    Liz

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 14, 2013 at 7:19 pm

      It’s all coming together Liz! I even took a nap today! I’m just sure there is something important I should be doing that I am forgetting about completely – LOL! I start loading Thursday morning and we shall see if I am able to get it all in the minivan I am borrowing!

      Reply
  3. Jane says

    May 14, 2013 at 11:20 am

    The chair is absolutely gorgeous! You are one heck of a seamstress! Love it!

    XO,
    Jane

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 14, 2013 at 7:14 pm

      Awwww, thanks Jane! I love to sew ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  4. Jane's Adventures in dinner says

    May 14, 2013 at 2:19 pm

    Ok, you’ve convinced me. I will get out my machine and tune things up this summer.

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 14, 2013 at 7:14 pm

      ๐Ÿ™‚ Yay! I can’t wait to see what you make!

      Reply
  5. angela rogersa says

    May 14, 2013 at 3:05 pm

    darling just absolutely darling!

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 14, 2013 at 7:13 pm

      Thanks Angie! It was a fun one to do!

      Reply
  6. Kellie says

    May 14, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    You did a great job Jill! I really like the pleated cover.
    I’m not too far from the flea market. Can you believe I have never been there?

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 14, 2013 at 7:12 pm

      Thanks Kellie! Well, this year should be the year for you to make it to the flea! if you go after 1:00 on friday it is only a few bucks to get in! If you go on Friday morning it costs at least $10 – I don’t know if that price has gone up or not. I didn’t mind the entrance fee when it was just me – but the year my hubby and I both went spending $20 just to get in was a bit hard!! Hopefully I’ll see you there! ๐Ÿ˜€

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  7. Amy of While Wearing Heels says

    May 14, 2013 at 6:25 pm

    Just breathe. Everything will fall into place.

    And, your chair is stunning.

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 14, 2013 at 7:10 pm

      Thank you Amy! It is coming together nicely today! I am about done to the point of loading up – I even laid down for a short nap today! I am sure there is a lot more I COULD do but most things are priced now and I’m not sewing anything else – unless I decide to make myself a new skirt tomorrow – LOL!

      Reply
  8. Leslie Stewart @ House on the Way says

    May 14, 2013 at 8:00 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous! I’d love for you to share it at my Twirl & Take a Bow party. Have a great week.
    Leslie

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 15, 2013 at 10:16 am

      Thanks Leslie!

      Reply
  9. Lynne says

    May 14, 2013 at 11:23 pm

    From here, you look right on track, dear Jill! The chair is fabulous!
    Have a wonder market!
    ~Lynne
    withLove

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 15, 2013 at 10:16 am

      Thanks Lynne, I am so ready to load up and see if it’s all going to fit in the vehicle I am using!

      Reply
  10. breida @ breidawithab.com says

    May 15, 2013 at 12:04 am

    The details on that chair are really outstanding, Jill! I admire your skill so much!
    -b.

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 15, 2013 at 10:15 am

      Thank you very much Breida with a b! Are you going to Lucketts again this year??

      Reply
      • breida @ breidawithab.com says

        May 15, 2013 at 10:47 am

        yep. i leave sometime on Friday!

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  11. Judy says

    May 15, 2013 at 8:12 am

    The chair looks beautiful. You did such a great job with all the details.

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 15, 2013 at 10:15 am

      Thanks Judy, it was a fun one to makeover ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  12. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says

    May 15, 2013 at 11:43 am

    Your chair is fabulous , I love the linen and the seatccover is so beautiful. Great job. I would love for you to link up to my Inspire Me party that is ongoing.
    http://www.astrollthrulife.net/2013/05/164th-inspire-me-tuesday.html
    Hugs, Marty

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 15, 2013 at 5:03 pm

      Thank you Marty – I just linked it up!

      Reply
  13. Jami at Freckled Laundry says

    May 15, 2013 at 3:04 pm

    The chair and the bag are both beautiful, Jill! You do such lovely work. Wishing you all the best with your market this weekend. Hope the clouds stay far away. Loved the words in your post. You’re so right. Control the controllable and let the rest go.

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 15, 2013 at 5:01 pm

      Thanks Jami! They are calling for thunderstorms – about 40% chance on Friday. I’m hoping we are in the 60% that doesn’t get any ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  14. Julie@Inspired by You says

    May 15, 2013 at 9:14 pm

    Too cute! Nice work!

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 20, 2013 at 3:23 pm

      Thank you Julie!

      Reply
  15. Sherry says

    May 16, 2013 at 7:00 pm

    Hi Jill, The chair is beautiful and I love the ruffled slip you made. Thanks for linking to the Open House party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 20, 2013 at 3:20 pm

      Thank you Sherry!

      Reply
  16. Pamela says

    May 18, 2013 at 10:51 am

    Just amazing!!

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    • Jill Flory says

      May 20, 2013 at 3:16 pm

      Thank you Pamela! It sold at the flea this weekend ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  17. Goedele - Old Red Barn says

    May 19, 2013 at 5:18 am

    She’s absolutely perfect! Feel free to share her in my link party: Crafty Country Cottage @ Old Red Barn.

    Reply
    • Jill Flory says

      May 20, 2013 at 3:11 pm

      Thank you! I will try to get over there this week!

      Reply
  18. Suzanne says

    June 28, 2013 at 7:25 am

    Your chair turned out fantastic. Love the ruffled edge and the padded arms – so pretty!
    Thanks for sharing,
    Suzanne
    Pieced Pastimes

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    • Jill Flory says

      June 30, 2013 at 9:55 pm

      Thanks Suzanne! I was very happy with the way this one turned out!

      Reply
  19. brooke says

    June 28, 2013 at 10:33 am

    What a Fun Project, I love the slip, I have a few chairs I could use one of these on! I would love you to come link up at my Paint Party going on now
    http://startathome.blogspot.com/2013/06/paint-party_26.html
    Hope to see you soon,

    brooke

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    • Jill Flory says

      June 30, 2013 at 9:53 pm

      Thanks Brooke! I was so happy with the way this chair turned out! I sold it at the Springfield Flea ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply

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