Monday, May 31, 2010

Sewing Stool Makeover


I got this sewing stool at Goodwill for $8.


I was reluctant because the price seemed a little high but the hidden storage and the functionality won me over.


It's made by Burlington and similar stools are available for upwards of $50 on eBay (here and here).
It was covered in vinyl with a very "Spirit of '76" theme: cannons, eagles and whatnot.  Not to mention the shiny gold trim which must be the trademark of Burlington sewing stools:


I painted the legs and inside black.  I covered it with the lovely Perfect Pattern fabric.



In keeping with the sewing theme, I used tape measures for the trim.


I sewed a double pocket onto the inside of the lid like there had been on the original.


Another look:
before

after

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after

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after

I'm trying to be cool about it but the truth is, it's so cute it makes me want to squeal.


Linking to Reinvented's Trash to Treasure Tuesday
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  1. UnknownMay 31, 2010 at 11:55 PM

    This is so cute you should squeal. I love the way you used the sewing measuring tape as trim.
    Way cute. Definitely squeal worthy.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  2. My7gemsJune 1, 2010 at 12:45 AM

    OMG...IT IS DARLING!!! This is my favorite piece yet...but I have to say the pin cushion was pretty fricking cute. You are so crafty! I LOVE this blog!!

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  3. KayleenJune 16, 2010 at 3:27 PM

    WOW! I'm amazed that you thought to put the measuring tape on for trim. SO creative! I love it!

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  4. Amanda @ Healthy House on the BlockJuly 17, 2010 at 9:41 AM

    LOVE THIS! That measuring tape idea is perfect! You did a great job!! :)

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  5. UnknownMarch 14, 2014 at 1:01 AM

    Nice Sewing Stool Makeover design dear. heavy duty casters wheels & caster wheel manufacturer

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