FFf Eclectic Red Barn: From Crappy to Adorable

Monday, March 25, 2013

From Crappy to Adorable

What a cute little stool this turned out to be. However, when I first saw this stool, I didn't give it much thought. My in-laws neighborhood was having a flea market at their club house. I picked up a couple of things and looked at this stool and said, "I don't know". 

Eclectic Red Barn: Updated Stool with Yardsticks and some Easter Items
Near the end of the sale, everything was half price. I kept walking pass this stool and finally said, why not. It was 50 cents. I also got a rocker for $1.00, you will see that in a later post.
As you can see, it needed some lovin.Eclectic Red Barn: Before image of stool with broken tile top
It was probably handmade and it was very sturdy. They placed a 12 inch peel-n-stick tile on the top that was coming off. I had such a mess trying to get the tile off. The glue was everywhere. I used a glue gun on the tile to try and lift it off and that made it worse.

Eclectic Red Barn: Removing tile from top of stool
Finally, the tile was all off. I sanded the top it get it somewhat smooth.  After it was sanded, I painted the entire stool with some leftover red paint. I wasn't careful because I wanted some of the wood to show through.

I had some yard sticks from Home Depot - my vintage ones are for another project. I stained them in a cherry stain and applied them so the seams are in a staggered pattern.

Eclectic Red Barn: Applying yardsticks to painted stool

  I clamped the end to hold that piece while I glued the rest of the pieces. When the top was done, I clamped both ends in place.

Eclectic Red Barn: Yardsticks clamped to top of stool
Now it was a really cute stool. So why not put some Easter items on it. 


The Easter blocks are really special. I purchased them from a lady who was commissioned by Disney to paint some of there items. I have had them a long time and she has since passed away. I also have a set of larger blocks that have Christmas scenes on them.

Eclectic Red Barn: Hand painted Easter blocks
  I think they are so pretty. 
Well, I know how you like the before and after shots, so here is mine.
Eclectic Red Barn: Before and after on yardstick stool
For 50 cents, and three yard sticks from Home Depot. I love how it turned out. 

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16 comments :

  1. JoAnn ( Scene Through My Eyes)March 25, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    Well if that isn't the cutest thing I've seen in a long time. I love clever people (they give me ideas to copy). That would be cute tabletop for a work area, or even for a sewing room. And yes, I do like before and afters.

    What special bunny blocks - they are precious.

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnMarch 25, 2013 at 11:06 AM

      JoAnn,
      I had to salvage that stool some how. I am going to use some vintage yardsticks on a table top. I like using them. I might think of another finish for them. A work area would be cute. Let me know.
      Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
      Have a great week,
      Bev

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  2. BanbaMarch 25, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    Love the yardsticks! I am stopping by from the Chalkboard link party. I make jewelry but also flip furniture on Craigslist. Love your work!

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnMarch 25, 2013 at 1:34 PM

      Hi Banba,
      Thanks so much for commenting on my yardstick stool. I have never put anything on Craigslist or even bought anything from there. I need to get with that. Are you successful?
      Have a great week,
      Bev

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  3. UnknownMarch 25, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    Wow! I love how it turned out. I was just thinking about using rulers on a couple things. Thanks for the inspiration and sharing on Through My Creative Mind. Come share another project (old or new) on Monday's Show and Tell...Now open!

    Jen
    http://throughmycreativemind.blogspot.com

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnMarch 25, 2013 at 5:30 PM

      Hi Jen,
      Glad I could inspire you. I love things with rulers. Let me know how your project turns out.
      Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
      Bev

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  4. Tania PelletierMarch 25, 2013 at 8:30 PM

    Very cute little stool! For .50 cents you got a great little accent/conversation piece!

    Tania

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnMarch 26, 2013 at 2:02 PM

      Hi Tania,
      For just 50 cents, I can use it in so many places. Thanks for leaving me a comment. I appreciate it.
      Have a great day,
      Bev

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  5. Audra @ Renewed ProjectsMarch 26, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    Awesome transformation! I love the yardsticks staggered across the top. Great eye appeal.

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnMarch 26, 2013 at 2:03 PM

      I didn't want to just place them on the top but thought if I staggered them it would make a better appearance and it did.
      Thanks so much for your sweet comment.
      Have a great day,
      Bev

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  6. Donna WilkesMarch 26, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    I always say I am saving my vintage yardsticks for another project, and then off to Home Depot to purchase the cheap ones. I love what you managed to accomplish with this stool. When you said that was a stick-on tile, I knew there was trouble ahead. Those things seem to stick to tables better than the floor!

    Love the red and the story behind the blocks.

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnMarch 26, 2013 at 9:49 PM

      Yeah, those stick on tiles are terrible, but I was determined. Yes, maybe one day I will use my vintage ones too. Good luck with your project.
      Thanks for stopping by and for the sweet comments.
      Have a great day,
      Bev

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  7. UnknownMarch 28, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    50 cents and "good bones" makes for a great deal! You really gave it new life...cute too! I would love to have you share it at the Rock ‘N Share! Blessings, D

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnMarch 28, 2013 at 7:14 PM

      Yes, the price was right and it was solid. What more can you ask for. Thanks for the lovely comments.
      I will check your party out.
      Thanks so much,
      Bev

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  8. Diana of Diana RamblesApril 2, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    I love it!! So cute with the red!

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    1. Eclectic Red BarnApril 2, 2013 at 8:25 PM

      Hi Diana,
      Thanks for the sweet comment. I really liked how it turned out. I appreciate you stopping by.
      Have a great week,
      Bev
      @ Eclectic Red Barn

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