Monday, August 20, 2012

Craigslist to the Rescue!

I've been dreaming of expensive settees with custom upholstery for my dining room forever!  I wanted a small settee or dining bench to rest against the back wall of my small dining space to make it more cozy.  I love the look of a straight bench with a round table so I created an eBoard to help me visualize. 
This is my current dining room set-up, minus the chic white glass cabinets and pendant lighting in the background.  I added my dream settee and painting to see what they'd look like in the space.  Works for me!

So I couldn't believe it when I found the perfect wingback settee, barely worn, with  perfect classic bones on Craigslist this weekend and it was 10 minutes down the road!  We called and grabbed the deal within a few hours of posting, and honestly felt like we robbed the poor folks by only paying $50.  They were thrilled to get rid of it so fast.



The whole 'good things come to those who wait' thing definitely proved true.  I was saving up for what I thought was an inexpensive compromise: the Parker settee at Ballard for $1300. A real deal as compared to my inspiration piece, the Lincoln settee at Zinc Door.

Parker

Lincoln


So, another project is on our docket!  Reupholstering it with something neutral, rich and glorious.  We were reeling the whole way home, thrilled with our find and trying desperately to beat the impending raindrops.  It tends to bring us so much more joy when we create a beauty out of a thrifty deal versus buying something new!  

Now to decide on what to reupholster it in! The choices (as of today... they are subject to change like the wind) are:

Duralee for John Robshaw




Or stick to the original plan, Primative Stripe like Mom used in her kitchen.




Or everyone's favorite and mine, La Fiorentina!


Connect the Blocks-Camel & White


Lastly, the wildcard option may be a good ol' dropcloth! Certainly is the cheapest route!

Choices, choices.

Happy Monday.  What did you guys and gals get into over the weekend?

-Bethany

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22 comments:

  1. can't wait to see the finished piece -- love all your fabric choices. I got an antique chest of drawers for my new master bedroom via Craig this weekend. Love that guy!!

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  2. Bethany, you lucky dog! There is never anything on my CL. I love the Robshaw fabric and the dropcloth idea too.
    I scored a few goodies at an estate auction this weekend.

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  3. Oh my gosh!! I think you deserve the La Fiorentina for finding such a steal! You could always change out the legs, too!

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  4. You lucky girl! You gotta love a good Craigs score. I've not been having any luck lately, so surely I'm due soon. Love that settee and all your choices, especially the John Robshaw! Can't wait to see what you choose and how it turns out!

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  5. are you kidding me? I really must give ole' Craig a try...both ways...I have a lot to give!

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  6. OK, I have been looking for a settee...you stole mine...just kidding. I have not looked that far away. Great score. Unless you are super comfortable matching stripes and lines...go with a solid. I wouldn't use a dropcloth unless you paint on it first. Good luck!

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  7. Great deal! Love all the fabrics you're considering.

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  8. I am always a sucker for stripes but that Robshaw is perfect!

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  9. ooooo you lucky lady!!! what a steal! love that! And I vote option 2. So fun! Cant wait to see the finished product!

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  10. Oh my gosh! I think I have that exact settee sitting in my garage waiting in line for a redo, plaid and all! I've had a big loveseat at my kitchen table where everyone loved to sit, but this one was a bit smaller and I thought it would fit better. I'm going to try to cut down the wings a bit and I have a black and white fabric that's similar to La Fiorentina that I found in the remnants at Hancock's that I'm planning to use. Can't wait to see how yours turns out, you'll crack up when you see the pic of mine someday...they're twins!

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  11. What a Deal! We have sold on Craig's List, but have never bought! Don't know why???
    I tend to be conservative when it comes to upholstery. It is a commitment! So I would lean towards a solid that could be updated with pillows as the trends change.

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  12. Wow, this was a lucky day! Love the settee,and can't wait to see it finished!
    Happy Monday, Bethany.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  13. Oh hooray for you! I just the idea of a settee in the dining room! And now the fun is in selecting the fabric - take your time - it's such a fun part of the whole process!

    www.chattafabulous.blogspot.com

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  14. oooooo...... I'd love a settee in my dining room too. Don't think you could go wrong with any of those fabrics. Love them all!

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  15. Congrats on the great find! We have a settee in our breakfast nook, and it's one of my favorite places to perch - it's where I do most of my blogging, actually! The classic stripe would be lovely and you would never get tired of it, but there is something about that zebra print - I'm kind of in love with it! Happy deciding and can't wait to see the final results.

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  16. Yay! Craigslist! Can't wait to see what you choose.

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  17. LUCKY DOG!!! I vote for the second John Robshaw print ... give it some punch and fun ... plus it is kind of a neutral too!! Ooh la la baby!! Way to go! xo

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  18. Good work girl! What a find!! I have always loved the first John Robshaw. Although, that really simple stripe would look pretty amazing as well. I know you'll pick something fab!

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  19. I love the really simple stripe! What a great score.

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  20. so lucky!!! That settee definitely has good bones, so no matter what fabric you choose, it will look awesome. Anyhow, I am lovin' the duralee by John Robshow the most! good luck with choosing! :-)

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  21. What a fabulous find! I love the fabric from Duralee and the one with the simple stripe! No matter which one you picked, I am sure it will look beautiful in the end.

    Jessie
    www.mixandchic.com

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  22. What a find...drop cloth cause then you can go hog wild with the pillows!!! AND...you won't get tired of it!

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