Some time ago, I did a trade with a fantastic client, local photographer Dana Moran Photography to reupholster this Settee. Dana found this gem at an estate sale for a bargain. In return of the trade, I will get some very chic family photos taken! (The before has disappeared along with half of my son’s socks…)
The before is sort of missing in action. It was a dated Green poly fabric, torn in places. I started by removing all the fabric, and staples, which was no small feat! Once I had everything removed, it looked a little bare!
We decided to go with an indoor/outdoor fabric. This settee needs to hold up as a prop and being taken outdoors for creative photo shoots.
I used the existing pieces as a template for our new fabric, cut to size . I used a VERY long upholstery needle for the tufting (A must if you are going to do this), and began stapling away. I really liked the ruffle detail the original had along the edge, so I duplicated it with the cream fabric. Just ironed it in place, (kind of eyeballed the measurement), then sewed the edges to hold the pleats. Really, I do not have any special sewing skills, just patience. This is not nearly as difficult as it looks.
Added Black Trim to the seams. The Legs received a coat of black wax to give them a “stockinged” look. Voila, she has a new dress on!
See, you truly can put a new gown on an old figure and manage to look tres elegant!
This Grande Dame never did make it to any parties, so she is making her debut now. Showing off at these elegant affairs:
This is amazing. I am tellin ya I think there is not end to your talent. Wow this came out beautiful. Man I wish you lived closer to me!!! Great job. Love this.
Kris
What a cOOl piece!
You’re amAzing~ you go girl!
Catherine
Wow, what a big project! And it turned out beautifully Karen! Love the fabric combination!
It’s beautiful as usual. You’ve done a great job, love the black and white also. 🙂
Wow, Karen you upholster too???? Your amazing!
This is just lovely, great job and talent!
Cynthia
Wow!!
This is amazing, Karen you’re so talented!!!
Love the choices of fabric too, great makeover 🙂
Talk about a reclamation, this one is terrific. There was a day when I did this kind of project, but no more. I’ve run out of gas!
This is FABULOUS!!! I just love it…
Have a great day and a Happy Easter!
Julie
You did an amazing job. It turned out beautiful.
Amazing! Wow! I love it Karen. Great job.
Have a Happy Easter!
Peace
Linda at The French Hens Nest
Well Karen, you’ve outdone yourself! Love it. You are so talented. My sister Linda, above comment, loved it, she told me to check it out. Like I said, I love it! Happy Easter!
Jeannie
She is absolutely beautiful. I recovered a camel back sofa many years ago, but I never had the nerve to try it again.
I’m so glad I saw this over at Elizabeth & Co. This is just beautiful! I love the fabric choices. So so pretty. Sharon
SHUT UP!!! This is beyond AMAZING!! I totally want it.. 🙂 Thank you so much for linking this up to Knock Our Socks Off!!
xo
Angelina
pretty! love the fabric choices together!
Um. WOW! This is absolutely gorgeous!!!!!
You are so talented! Love it! I collect junk thinking someday I’m going to do something with that
Ooh la la is right! This is gorgeous and it looks so comfy. LOVE!
Blessings,
Patti
Fabulous!
Wow! You did a great job. Thanks for sharing at Silver Pennies Sundays. x
Wow, so very sophisticated! And quite an undertaking … you go girl!
I LOVE this! I’m pinning and sharing on Hometalk. I’ve also started stalking you on all social media, and I’m curious how I missed you at Haven!?!?
So glad you linked up to Twirl & Take a Bow with this and the post about the pretty little stool!
~ Brooke ~
This is so.beautiful. I love all of the details of the ruffles and trim.
I humbly feature your settee on my blog today: http://www.sillypearl.com/2013/11/nine-amazing-furniture-transformations.html Thanks so much for linking up and supporting Project Inspire{d]!
Super!!!!! This is really gorgeous
I’m pretty sure I just bought the exact same settee at a consignment shop. I’m making a slipcover for it. Did yours originally have yellow and cream stripes?
No, it was a torn up old fabric. I had so much fun putting this piece back together. Good luck with your project!