Antique Chair Anticipation

By: Ashleigh

I have to tell you about possibly my favorite finds yet. Also the ones I am most excited about fixing up.

This pair of antique chairs.

I had stalked a similar pair on CL but due to a snowstorm wasn't able to get to them before someone else snagged them. I was heart broken. But thankfully, I am a diligent Craigslister and found another pair not long after.  This was the picture listed in the ad:

A round back, sleek curvy legs. Everything I wanted! And the pair was $37. Can't beat that.

So I hustled down to the antique store as soon as it opened and snatched them up. The next challenge: fitting them in to my tiny two-door car! My furniture shopping is severely hindered by my lack of transportational space. But I made it work. It was like solving a puzzle!

I've got big plans for these babies and I'll be blogging about it every step of the way. I just couldn't wait any longer to share them. So here are some before pictures:

This picture makes it look better than it really is.

The foam under there is a hard, crumbly mess.

I love the nail head detail right here. I'm going to try to recreate that when I reupholster them.

As you can see the finish is in pretty rough condition.

The backs of them might be my favorite part.

Actually, this little plate that says "a decorator chair" is my favorite and I will definitely find a way to put that back on. I love it.

I'm excited to take these on. It will definitely be the most challenging project I've tackled to date, but I'm confident! I'll be blogging about them periodically as I work on them between classes, work and my internship.

Sincerely,

Ashleigh


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