Using Thrifted Clothes to Reupholster

When I need to recover something, the thrift store is always my number one, go to spot to find fabric for the project. I look at not only the fabric scraps thrift stores sell, but also at the bedding, linens, rugs, and clothing. So, when I recently purchased this sweater on half price day ($2.50) I knew it would make great fabric for a vintage stool I wanted to recover.

Now, I must say I was tempted to keep it and wear it. It is super soft and was spendy for someone who originally bought it. But, it didn't fit right, the sleeves were too short, and I don't really resell clothes so I decided upholstery fabric it was! 

I reupholstered this great vintage stool six years ago. I used thrift store clothing then too--a wool vest with great blue and green colors.

This stool is an oldie, this is the tag under it.

While we loved it and definitely use it, I don't have a lot of turquoise or aqua in my decor anymore so I decided it needed a makeover.

The stool is ow being used in the sitting area in our attic space. This space is my new art room, TV spot, and lounging area. It is also the coolest spot in the house right now because it is the room with a standing air conditioner. 

Everything else in the space is second hand and thrifted as well--the rug, the chairs, the table, the quilt hanging on the half wall, the art and decor.

I did show the space awhile ago on my social media. Since then I did find this cute, bamboo, demilune table that works better between the two chairs. 

I saved as much of the sweater as I could because I will use the rest for a pillow or two for the chairs. The colors in the space are reflective of my favorite season, autumn. They are earthy and calming and the newly recovered stool is the perfect addition to the space.

Remember to see the possibilities in thrifted finds and look for what something CAN be rather than what it is.