Tuesday, April 9, 2013
My Bouillon Fringe Foot Stool
It is my husband's annual golf outing with his brother, cousin and dad. Each year they come to Florida to golf. This year they decided to come to our house in Eustis. They golf and I cook. Well, it is not that bad since I like to cook and I get to garage sale while they are out. I came across this little stool at a garage sale. She was asking $5 but I got it for $2.50.
It was in good shape and the fabric was nice, but the color was all wrong for me.
When I turned it over to remove the fabric, the tag was on it and the price was $45. As if they was not bad enough, the original price was $89. Can't image paying either one of those prices!
At first I wasn't sure about the fringe, but then it grew on me. The legs are not fancy so the bouillon fringe hides them. The construction of the stool was quite good and the legs unscrewed from the bottom.
I removed the fringe, the bottom fabric, and the top fabric. I was left with the wooden base and the top foam. Off to JoAnn fabrics. I took the fringe with me and I was glad I did. It seemed like when I found a fabric I liked, the fringe didn't look good with it. There were two designer fabrics that I liked but I didn't want to get into that much money even with a coupon. I thought about changing the fringe but that would be expensive too. I could make a skirt out of fabric. Finally, I found this fabric. I love paisley and at $3 for half a yard, the right price and I only used half of it.
I used the original fabric as a pattern except that I cut out the corners and stitched them to make the corners. I wanted the corners to be tight and I didn't want to fold it over.
I wanted to get a picture of the top of the stool but Claire had other ideas.
I wanted to get a picture of the top of the stool but Claire had other ideas.
I am not sure what I am going to do with the stool yet, probably sell it. For now it is in the bedroom.
I can't say this was a trash to treasure, but it was a nice makeover. Here are the before and after photos. The stool looks the same, just a different color.
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that turned out so cute - I agree - the purple was not the right color - kitty agrees too. Delightful. The price astonishes me - glad you got it for such a great price.
ReplyDeleteHi JoAnn,
DeleteYes, I was amazed at the price. Does any one really pay that. They had a big expensive home so I don't know.
Thanks for taking the time to leave a message.
Have a great day,
Bev
It's so much prettier in the fabric you chose! My cats have to get in every picture I take, too, unless I actually want to take a picture of them. Then, they run and hide.
ReplyDeleteHi Maureen,
DeleteThanks for liking my new fabric. I agree with you about the cat. She has to be right there all the time, but if I want a picture, she is gone. They are so silly.
Thanks for stopping by and commenting,
Have a great week,
Bev
Cute make-over! The fabric really makes a difference!
ReplyDeleteSarah
Hi Sarah,
DeleteIt is surprising how fabric can make a difference. Thank you so much for taking time to stop by and leave a message.
Have a great day,
Bev
Love the fabric choice, and of course kitty! Newest follower, hope to see you visit and follow. Take care
ReplyDeleteHi Marilyn
DeleteThanks for stopping by and leaving a message and becoming a follower. I checked out your site and it is cute. I am a new follower.
Have a great week,
Bev
Great makeover! I always love pics with the kitties too.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing at Tuesdays with a Twist!
Hi Mary,
DeleteThank for the sweet message. You can't help but love the cat. Glad I found your party.
Have a great week,
Bev
Yes, the stool definitely looks better, while purple is my favorite color some places it just does not belong. Stopping by from the Tuesdays With a Twist link up.
ReplyDeleteHi Joyce,
DeleteI love purple too, but it is not in my home decor. I was happy with the paisley.
Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a comment.
Have a great week,
Bev
That is beautiful. I like paisleys too but if you keep it, maybe you should find fabric in Claire colors :) Less hair to show that way.
ReplyDeleteHi Abrianna,
DeleteI just wanted to say I love your name. Maybe we should come up with cat fabric so their hairs would show. Now there is an idea! :)
Thanks for the lovely comment.
Have a great week,
Bev
Hi Marie,
ReplyDeleteThanks for your sweet comment. Claire is a pistol as many cats are. Thanks for following me.
I am going to hop over to your blog.
Have a great day,
Bev
I love the make over. Really like the fabric you used. It looks great.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for linking up at the Real Family Fun link party! Hope to see you next week.
KC
Thank you for stopping by and leaving a message. I appreciate the sweet comment about my fabric choice. I really like it so much better than the original fabric.
DeleteHave a great weekend,
Bev
I like it a LOT!!!!
ReplyDelete:) You go girl!! Woot-woot!
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Crystelle
Crystelle Boutique
Hi Crystelle,
DeleteI am so glad you liked it and such warm support.
Thanks you so much for taking time to stop by and leave a message.
Have a great weekend my friend,
Bev
Beautiful makeover, thanks for stopping by:) Hugs, Biljana
ReplyDeleteHi Biljana,
DeleteThanks for the sweet comment on my footstool.
Have a great weekend,
Bev
Hi Beverly...stopping by from the Sunday Social @ Love Bakes Good Cakes! Your newest follower. I'm a vintage lover too!
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Hi LoriAnn,
DeleteWhat a pretty name. Glad you could stop by and leave such a sweet comment. We will get along well as vintage lovers.
Have a great week,
Bev
Hi Beverly,
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric you chose and I agree in keeping the fringe it looks wonderful. Thanks so much for linking up at Transformed Tuesday.
Hugs,
Peggy~PJH Designs
Hi Peggy,
DeleteThanks so much for liking my fabric choice and keeping the fringe. Love Transformed Tuesday.
Thank you for your lovely comment.
Have a great week,
Bev
Ohhh, this brings back VERY GOOD memories for me. My grandmother had a chair with that fringe and I just loved it!!
ReplyDeleteOh how sweet. Memories are great. I wasn't sure about the fringe at first, but glad I kept it on.
DeleteThank you so much for the sweet comment.
Have a great week,
Bev
Bev guess whose featured tonight on Transformed Tuesday? Why you of course.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Peggy
Hi Peggy,
DeleteI can't believe it. That is so exciting. I always go into shock when one of my items is featured. Thank you so much, I really appreciate it.
Have a great week,
Bev
Gorgeous rocking stool ! It would look great in my house too. Discount Beds and Mattresses
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