Friday, August 28, 2009

Project Day: My Pretty Bedroom Chair





This poor little vintage bedroom chair has seen better days. I picked it up for a song as the upholstery is in a bad way. I tried to use some stain remover and found it ate away at the fabric too much. So I have decided to leave it as is until I get it recovered sometime soon. But in the meantime I thought I would pretty it up. Here's what I did:
  • I bought some pre made yo yo's in bulk (etsy) in 2 sizes.
  • Raided my button collection for 5 vintage buttons (all mismatched).
  • Using a needle & thread sew 1 x large yo yo, 1 small yo yo and 1 button in a stack (see photo # 2).
  • Leave some length of thread on the back of each completed yo yo stack ( see photo # 2)
  • Using that length, twist each stack onto the original bedroom chair button tightening gently as you go.
Time: About 25 minutes. I know it's not perfect but the chair looks a little nicer until I get it re upholstered. I may even fall in love with it the way it is! Have a fabulous weekend everyone. Keep smiling. Simone xx
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44 comments:

  1. Irene ~ RE~VINTAGEDAugust 28, 2009 at 1:59 PM

    Clever idea!
    Pretty yoyos too. :)
    Irene x

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  2. CurlyPopsAugust 28, 2009 at 2:02 PM

    Now that's a cute little makeover. The chair even looks happier!

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  3. Karyn Bernard (French Charming)August 28, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    How clever! I love how you prettied up your chair!!

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  4. Drawn to The SeaAugust 28, 2009 at 2:54 PM

    What a clever girl you are.
    A great little fix, if you ask me:-)
    ~Julia

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  5. EileenAugust 28, 2009 at 2:57 PM

    Oh, Simone, I think she's so pretty and you did her up proud! The buttons and the pillow are perfect dressing!
    Great job!
    All the best,
    Eileen

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  6. Cute as ButtonsAugust 28, 2009 at 3:25 PM

    You've got to love yo yos. they are good for just about everything! Lisa.

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  7. MichelaAugust 28, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    What a lovely thing! by Maison Charmante Blog
    Tuscany, Italy

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  8. Julie@beingRUBYAugust 28, 2009 at 5:04 PM

    Very inventive. Maybe a chair pad also until you decide the IF of upholstery. Have a great weekend. x Julie

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  9. RaisaAugust 28, 2009 at 6:25 PM

    The chair looks much better!^^

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  10. theoldboathouseAugust 28, 2009 at 6:31 PM

    Hey Simone, I think it looks fab!! You are so clever plus even more wonderful is it is another way to use buttons and you know how I love buttons. cheers Katherine

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  11. The Curious CatAugust 28, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    What a cute idea! It looks a lot better now!

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  12. Brabourne FarmAugust 28, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    Great job - the chair looks so much brighter and happier! Leigh

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  13. CourtneyAugust 28, 2009 at 10:20 PM

    Aw, it is so charming now! Nicely done, Simone.

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  14. my favorite and my bestAugust 28, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    that is adorable!!!!

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  15. JujuAugust 28, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    You are SO creative :)

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  16. pattyAugust 29, 2009 at 12:13 AM

    Simone, I just "found" your blog and I am smitten! I am going to try to work a little yo-yo magic on one of my old chairs. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  17. Tamerie ShriverAugust 29, 2009 at 12:58 AM

    What a clever idea! ( I wish I lived on the same continent as you so that I could get my hands on it!) The yo-yos look very cute and it certainly covers up the discoloration.

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  18. AnonymousAugust 29, 2009 at 3:45 AM

    I like this!!!Makes me want to try this myself. I just hope it turns out as nice and cute as yours. Thanks for sharing,
    Queenie

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  19. koraleeAugust 29, 2009 at 4:22 AM

    You really inspire me to become a better DIYer....I am loving these fabric flower yo yo's....I NEED YOU IN MT HOME!

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  20. Ticking stripesAugust 29, 2009 at 5:24 AM

    Loving the tickingstriped fabric on that chair!

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  21. JBeaudetStudiosAugust 29, 2009 at 5:57 AM

    That is so cute and so clever! I love it!

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  22. Pink LemonadeAugust 29, 2009 at 7:10 AM

    So cute! Love the idea!!

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  23. Exquisite AccessoriesAugust 29, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    Great idear Simone, shame the stain could not get out did you try making some nappysan into a paste working it in with an old toothbrush then spong clean? just a suggetion, a shame to have to upolster over the stripes!! have a good weekend :)

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  24. pinkstilettosAugust 29, 2009 at 11:19 PM

    Those yo-yo's are so adorable! I need to learn how to make those so I can do some project with them! Thanks for sharing....your chair looks fantastic! Daisy~

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  25. Laura TreveyAugust 29, 2009 at 11:57 PM

    so imaginative ~~ love it!

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  26. TERI REES WANGAugust 30, 2009 at 5:15 AM

    That's a smart little trick.
    I'd like to see that done all over that chair.

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  27. Marina CapanoAugust 30, 2009 at 8:14 AM

    Just beautiful idea!

    xoxo

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  28. AlkemieAugust 30, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    Hi Simone,

    Thanks for coming by! Your chair is SO cute and whimsical - I adore it! All the cute and pretty colors.

    Cheers,
    Karen O.

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  29. ElyseAugust 30, 2009 at 12:07 PM

    adorable, simone! i love this kind of can-do post!

    happy weekend

    xo

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  30. BrendaAugust 31, 2009 at 5:42 AM

    It's darling! I have made many yo-yos over the years. One project was covering the front of a muslin pillow here in my garden room.
    Brenda

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  31. Joan@anythinsggoeshereAugust 31, 2009 at 6:23 AM

    I think it looks fabulous and so creative. Thanks for sharing.

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  32. lily-gAugust 31, 2009 at 7:52 AM

    you amaze me how clever you are, well done xx

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  33. Cindy@CutepinkstuffAugust 31, 2009 at 11:04 AM

    Cute quick fix idea! Thanks for stopping by to see the Cath Kidston Catalog and all my side porch pics!

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  34. The Enchanted ClosetAugust 31, 2009 at 9:51 PM

    The chair looks fabulous Simone. A great way to brighten it up xxx

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  35. FedericaSeptember 1, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    Super cute idea! Congrats!

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  36. BlairSeptember 1, 2009 at 12:35 AM

    Oh, wow! What a fabulous idea.

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  37. Miss Pico UnionSeptember 1, 2009 at 6:51 AM

    how adorable.. Great DIY...

    http://theyouthwillgrow.blogspot.com

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  38. Karen SandersSeptember 17, 2009 at 6:13 AM

    What a fantastic idea, I am going to give this a try. Thanks for the inspiration. Cavania, London

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  39. Tina RubieDecember 16, 2009 at 4:52 PM

    Simone! What a fabulous idea and your chair looks absolutely gorgeous - you are so clever!:)

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  40. AliJanuary 12, 2010 at 11:36 PM

    Love this! You are so creative!

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  41. yhosieAugust 18, 2010 at 4:10 PM

    cute idea ..
    i belive the chair say " i love you" for giving her so much new bright colour!

    XoXo .. ^_^

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  42. Tile Cleaners BrisbaneJune 15, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    What a different way of art the chair looks amazed. Thanks for the idea.

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  43. Carpet Cleaning CalgaryJune 27, 2011 at 12:49 AM

    Very inventive. Maybe a chair pad also until you decide the IF of upholstery. Have a great weekend.

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  44. nanseeOctober 8, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    great idea

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