May 4, 2011

From fur-ball to "The cats meow!"

Although she's in great shape and a perfectly fine chair. This chair is SO  not me! Somehow I convinced my self that I could easily remove the fabric and turn it into something that is more me.


..and I did!


Originally called "The cats meow" I have re-named this chair to: "The fur ball"



Now, this is what I call "The cats meow!"






I've been saving this fabric for quite some time for just the right project. I love the coral color with a little pop of aqua. Turned out I didn't have quite enough fabric to cover the entire chair. Thank goodness! I love the addition of the feed sack. Which is funny because Miss Mustard Seed's feed sack chair was my original inspiration.




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Did I ever mention I was a finalist in Miss Mustard Seeds "Copy Me challenge?"


I sure was!





I absolutely adore how this chair turned out and was extremely surprised how easy it was to accomplish!


What do you think? Do you like the combo of fabrics?

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28 comments:

  1. Miss Mustard SeedMay 4, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    I looks wonderful!!! I love that cabinet as well. Wowee. Beautiful work. :)

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  2. christineMay 4, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    I've never been into cat prints on anything, the new chair looks fabulous.

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  3. Rocky Mountain WomanMay 4, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    I absolutely love it!

    Anything with seed sacks on it trips my trigger, but I especially love the coral and turquoise...

    lovely...

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  4. Maria @ Personalized SketchesMay 4, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Congratulations on a job well done and to beign a finalist! I love the feedsack back and the seat and arm fabric looks so well together! I'd love a chair like this!

    Blessings & Aloha!

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  5. JudieMay 4, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    Beautiful lines on that chair! The "fur ball" did not do it justice, so your lovely change is a welcome relief!!

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  6. EG Wow, CanadaMay 4, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    I much prefer your redo over the the original chair.

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  7. Jenny MatlockMay 4, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Love this unusual chair! Gorgeous! I really enjoy your mix of styles and finishes!

    Such a clever combination!

    Thanks for linking your unique and wonderful ideas with Alphabe-Thursday!

    A+

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  8. Kaitlin - The Goodey KnotMay 4, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Great Transformation I absolutely love it! I was a little afraid at first but thats just because I'm not a fan of animal prints! Seriously good job though! Definitely the Cat's Meow.

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  9. Jennifer CrevistonMay 4, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    I love it! :) I want one :)

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  10. JDaniel4's MomMay 4, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    What a transformation!

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  11. Erin @ Carolina Country LivingMay 5, 2011 at 2:36 AM

    LOVE this combination of fabrics, Amy! And putting the chair next to your aqua cabinet really makes it pop. Beautimus. :)

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  12. AmesMay 5, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    I wouldn't call it a fur ball. Fur ball sounds like something gross and this chair is beautiful!~Ames

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  13. Screaming MemeMay 6, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    YOU DID GOOD GIRL!!! I love it! It is the cat's meow! Come by & sign up for my continual giveaway...this week a $100 giveaway! And a few of my recent posts about furniture and bird cages...and a hilarious story about me! ;) Meme

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  14. Cori SmithMay 6, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    I love the way this chair turned out!

    I also Adore that great blue curio cabinet. FABULOUS

    So glad I stopped by from MMS today.

    Cori
    Starview Sonnet

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  15. BettyMay 6, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Very nicely done. It's MUCH improved and I wouldn't mind having it in my home. I always like Miss Mustard Seed's things and you're right up there with her

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  16. debbieMay 7, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    Thanks so much for posting the giveaway on your side bar.Good luck. I have spied your blog before, in fact I may be a follower, but I am double checking. You have awesome work here.

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  17. Elizabeth@BlueClearSkyMay 13, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    Yes, it is a gorgeous combo and the feed sack really makes it! Love the painted cabinet too.

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  18. Cecelia DuPriestMay 13, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    Your chair looks great and I am now on the look out for old feed sacks!

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  19. VickyMay 13, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    The chair looks great good idea to switch-up the fabrics :)

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  20. BonnieMay 13, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I LOVE the combo of fabrics. BTW, WHERE is everyone getting their feedscks. I'm having a dickens of a time finding them. TH!

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  21. bloominganneMay 13, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Great job! Miss Mustard Seed is fantastic, isn't she? You are both inspirational.

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  22. JCMay 16, 2011 at 5:37 AM

    That is amazing! I love it! I've been working on several re-upholstery projects and I appreciated the encouragement and inspiration your post brought me!
    You did a great job, something to be very proud of! I love the fabrics!
    ~JC

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  23. JacquelineMay 17, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    I love the transformation, also I love the cabinet you have, I have one in my workshop waiting for his makeover.

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  24. KimMay 18, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    That looks great and I love the color of the cabinet beside it. Thanks for sharing this at WUW.

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  25. Jane's Junk and TreasuresMay 18, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    LOVE the colors!!!!!
    Great job!
    I love the cabinet too!!

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  26. JamiMay 19, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    That is a gorgeous transformation. The feed sack added the perfect touch. Thanks so much for linking with air your laundry Friday!

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  27. cassieMay 31, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    i think i actualy heard the chair purring in relief! :) it looks so much better!

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  28. ErinJune 1, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    WOW! I LOVE the fabrics you chose--your chair looks amazing!!

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