Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Hope For a Bench

Found this little mid century Danish modern bench at the thrift store for $5.
We had a couch with this same teal fabric when I was young (that's how I KNOW the bench is OLD!).
A quick paint job on the legs, some walnut stain wiped over the paint and a new fabric for the top and I have a fresh bench.  I knew it had hope so I made a little hope pillow for it too.

I was honored to be blog spotted on Studio 5--a television program out of Utah.  They featured my burlap pillow.
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28 comments:

  1. gail@My Repurposed LifeMarch 16, 2010 at 10:25 AM

    becky! that is sooo cute! I love the color and the fabric. and... great job on the pillow too!
    gail

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  2. One Cheap B*tchMarch 16, 2010 at 10:26 AM

    What a great makeover. It looks fabulous now! And the pillow is definitely a nice touch!

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  3. Treasia SteppMarch 16, 2010 at 10:33 AM

    What a great makeover. I love the bench and the pillow as well.

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  4. red.neck chicMarch 16, 2010 at 10:48 AM

    Becky - that is adorable!!! AND! Congrats on being spotted... they just know a good thing when they see you!!!

    ;-) robelyn

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  5. JenniferMarch 16, 2010 at 10:55 AM

    I love this bench. I wish I knew more about thrift store shopping. The only thrift store I know of locally is Goodwill. I wouldn't even know where to start.

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  6. CheriMarch 16, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    Love the transformation, what color is the blue paint? I am looking for that color to do some accent painting.
    cheri.geer@gmail.com

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  7. kimMarch 16, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    I love this, you did a wonderful job, love that turquoise-y paint with the stain & the fabric is perfect with it!

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  8. Stacey @ The Blessed NestMarch 16, 2010 at 11:56 AM

    How cute! love the fabric you chose! And the color of the bench legs...so pretty!!
    Blessings,
    Stacey

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  9. RobynMarch 16, 2010 at 12:37 PM

    That is just adorable! I LOVE the paint color you used...I want to run to GOODWILL and look for a bench now! LOL Thanks for the inspiration!

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  10. MarigeneMarch 16, 2010 at 1:21 PM

    Love the color of the bench and fabric...great job!

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  11. UnknownMarch 16, 2010 at 1:43 PM

    I love the "new" bench! Great colors!
    ~Rebekah

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  12. Kami @ Sweet Charli...March 16, 2010 at 1:45 PM

    so cute! really love the new bench! and congrats on being 'blogspotted', that's so fun! the pillow is darling!

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  13. Morgan//Nuts and BowsMarch 16, 2010 at 2:08 PM

    This turned out so stinking cute I love it!

    ~Morgan

    http://meetvirginiaandroo.blogspot.com/
    http://www.etsy.com/shop/MeetVirginiaShop

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  14. UnknownMarch 16, 2010 at 2:09 PM

    Bec, I love it, it turned out just wonderful, as always, you do a great job.Congrats on being spotted, Im not surprised, you did a lovely job on the cushion!
    Sue

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  15. judiMarch 16, 2010 at 2:42 PM

    oh my becky! we had the very same teal fabric covered couch and chair when i was growing up. love what you've done to the bench with the paint color and coordinating fabric...and the pillow is adorable! congrats on being spotted...your stuff is always top notch.
    ~judi ;)

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  16. UnknownMarch 16, 2010 at 5:16 PM

    Great bench!!! I have a thing for benches!!!

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  17. Pam - @diy Design FanaticMarch 16, 2010 at 8:58 PM

    I love the fabric and the painted finish on the wood. Great job.

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  18. Magic BrushMarch 16, 2010 at 9:07 PM

    I love the color you used! It's a dirty turquoise! haha.... I just posted tonight on a dirty sage color! Stop by my painting blog and say hello sometime! Congrats on the TV spot!

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  19. Room to InspireMarch 16, 2010 at 10:02 PM

    I would have never selected that color - but it turned out great! Congrats by being blogspotted!!

    Chelsea

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  20. Crafty SistersMarch 17, 2010 at 12:38 AM

    Looks great! I love your color choice. Congratulations on the blogspot!

    Teal fabric isn't old....yellow and orange furry flowers would be much older. :)

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  21. ShaunnaMarch 17, 2010 at 9:27 AM

    This is beautiful!! I love wiping stain on top of my finishes...such a nice feel to it! Found you through power of paint today--so glad. New follower! -shaunna :)

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  22. AnnaMarch 17, 2010 at 9:38 AM

    that's a great little piece, I love the color and fabric you chose

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  23. PriorMarch 17, 2010 at 6:13 PM

    This really is nice now. Great colors. I lived in Utah for 10 years, beautiful part of the country, congratulations on the tv spotlight. Lezlee

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  24. michelle@somedaycraftsMarch 18, 2010 at 1:35 AM

    that bench is much better under your care. Congrads on being "blogspotted." That rocks!

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  25. Maryann @ Domestically-SpeakingMarch 18, 2010 at 8:45 PM

    Love it! Thanks for linking up to POPP. And CONGRATS on the tv spot - VERY cool!

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  26. AtticmagMarch 19, 2010 at 7:02 AM

    Congrats on being found! As cool as the bench which so benefits from the colors you love. Please come by and take our Home Design Show tour if you have time. -- Jane F.

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  27. JessMarch 19, 2010 at 7:44 AM

    I have been looking for a bench like this one-I love it!

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  28. Miss Mustard SeedApril 1, 2010 at 10:31 AM

    I love the color and the fabric. The bench looks like a totally new piece!

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Thanks so much for taking the time to comment, I really appreciate your kind words!

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