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Jun 01 2010

Furniture Upcycling Inspiration

If you’re into revamping vintage pieces, and after a hit of inspiration, go check out Nordic store Precious. Loving it.

Image Source: Precious

Posted in Decorate, Inspiration Tags: colour, DIY, furniture, inspiration, shopping

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May 13 2010

Recovered Ottoman

I was so excited when my fabric arrived from Signature Prints. Did anyone else go a bit over-the-top at their sale? I know, it’s hard not to. Now I have lots of projects underway. This is the first one I tackled, the brown was a little tired and we’d just painted the room. There is nothing more frustrating than a freshly painted room filled with stuff that doesn’t “work”. I know you’re supposed to pick you’re fabrics first. I never do. I’m all about the paint colour.

So, the ottoman was a cheapie from ~~K-Mart~~ Target. I’ve had it for ages, and it gets stacks of use. Mainly as a train (the little seats are the trucks); a close second would be as a foot rest, usually with the computer propped on my lap while I stalk all your blogs ;P

Boring, hey?

Apologies for the poorly styled photo, I had little people hanging off my ankles, literally.

Posted in Decorate, DIY, Our Home, Projects Tags: craft, DIY, fabric, Florence Broadhurst, ottoman, projects, Signature Prints

11 comments

Kerri - May 13, 2010 - 7:51 am

Looks fabulous Abby! Love the fabric you chose, it looks great in the room. And that’s a pretty good pic considering you had a couple of attachments along for the ride! K xx

sarah, flourish design + style - May 13, 2010 - 8:52 am

Looks fabulous, what a lovely corner I LOVE your window trim, so pretty! xx

Kelly and Sara - May 13, 2010 - 9:56 am

I love it!! You did a great job, wanna come decorate my place?!?!!?

Flick, - May 13, 2010 - 11:14 am

They look amazing Abby! I really like the fabric you chose, it works so beautifully with your sofa and that great rug.. Love the contrast, and now the kids have a new ‘train’ to play with!
Flick

Chavah - May 13, 2010 - 6:10 pm

It came up great!

A Room For Everyone - May 14, 2010 - 5:24 am

Ha ha, I know what that’s like, they hang off the pockets on the back of my jeans! I love the ottoman, the fabric is perfect for your room. Rachaelxx

jules @ The Diversion Project - May 14, 2010 - 5:14 pm

wow, that turned out great!! love the fabric you chose. I was really tempted by some of the wall paper in their sale. had all sorts of projects schemed up, but then monday came and i went back to work : (

Anna - May 15, 2010 - 10:45 am

Oh you are just way too clever…love it! x

julie - May 16, 2010 - 7:17 am

I can’t resist a bit of Florence either, it looks great!

Amanda - May 18, 2010 - 2:45 pm

Love the fabric you chose Abby – it looks wonderful. What a lovely loungeroom nook – I love that branch/bird cushion x

chair up - May 19, 2010 - 8:38 am

Great job! I’m in the middle of covering an ottoman for a “client” {should be doing it right now actually but I got caught up looking through your blog:o)}
Angex

Apr 01 2010

Crafty Nest Feature

Hi everyone, are you all gearing up for a fantastic Easter Break?

I have more painting in the works. This time, the living and dining areas. I’ll be a busy girl, but will hopefully still (okay, okay, definitely) find time for yummy easter treats and lots of cuddles with my boys.

If you have some time, hop on over (yes that was a pun, sorry) to visit the lovely Monica at Crafty Nest. She has kindly featured my dressing table makeover, with how-to instructions. If you’re into DIY or upcycling homewares and furniture, Crafty Nest has plenty of projects, and some gorgeous ones to boot.

Thanks Monica!

P.S. Don’t forget to sign up for our Poppies for Grace Giveaway here!

Posted in DIY, Features, Projects Tags: Craft Nest, DIY, easter, feature, Giveaway

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