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Like New Again
Every Spring I get excited about sitting in my “She-Rest Haven” and love finding little items to decorate with. I try to change a few items every year just for a bit of a new look. This year instead of focusing on the small items to place around – I became inspired by a shower curtain I picked up from HomeGoods a few months back. It was in the clearance aisle marked down to $10.00. The beautiful bold print caught my eye and I thought it would be great in the gazebo with the nice subtle tones of the greens and blues.
I figured the bold paisley fabric would make perfect pillow cushions for the Better Homes & Garden outdoor set I purchased a few years ago on sale at Walmart. The set is still in great condition, however, the seat cushions show wear and are not firm anymore, not to mention the fabric has seen better days. Two years ago I recovered the back cushions made some floral throw pillows from scrap fabric.
It held up pretty well, but the seat cushions just bothered me. I saw how another blogger buddy, Brandi, painted her cushions because the color had faded and they looked really good. I thought about doing the same, but mine were just a bit too flimsy and needed stiffening.
So I bit the bullet and made the decision that it was time to really kick it up and get the cushions reupholstered professionally. I found the perfect outdoor fabric that complimented the shower curtain fabric and headed to the upholsterer’s home to get started. A few days later I was picking them up and they look fantastic!
In fact – I think they look even better than when I first purchased them (especially as for the color scheme of them), here’s the original fabric (booooooring)
I know…..not that exciting… but hey – I got the set at a fantastic price and it was sturdy.
You feel me?.. besides…. the fun part is always changing it to reflect your style.
The two colors were blended perfect and I love the new look. It actually looks and feel like I have a new set. Ta-daaaahhhhh!!!
So much prettier ….. I wanted to add another twist of color and saw a delicious orange/pink fabic (with these little fish pattern) and thought that would be a fun pop of color. A bit of tropical blue mixed with some orange crush made a nice contrast for the pillows and kinda reminds me of rainbow sherbert.
I’m so thrilled about the new look.
Found these dainty tealight chandys at Ross’s Dress for Less for &6.99 ea
I couldn’t resist the yoga cat I found at AtHome store
This flower pot was a thrifted item for $1.50
The little vintage tin I picked up from Goodwill for $1.00 holds decorative napkins. Mixing old and new items gives a space a bit more character
I kinda have a secret fettish for collecting these type tins. They’re so useful in so many different ways and they add a decorative touch around your space. Here are more of my At Home goodies… (I think I’m about to get hooked on that store)
and at night it looks even more enchanting..
Recovering the cushions saved money and I’ll have this set a few more years. I can’t wait to hang out in here with my besties – just us girls listening to some music, having some sips and dips and simply “chillaxing”. How’s your “get ready for Summer” going? You’ll see me post more about my “Rest Haven” this summer, but in the meantime – as always – “Happy hunting while Thrifting your house into a home!”
Smooches!!
Awesome Auction
A few weeks ago me and my two musketeers (mom and god-aunt) went to an auction. My aunt had just re-located here and had not been to one, and since she’s shopping for things for her home, we decided to go. I use to go to them all the time (it was the start of my “hoarder” sydrome) getting stuff “just in case”. While there I could feel the excitement building up in me and seeing all those fantastic items, my mind was racing 50 mph, and my mouth was salivating over all the goodies I could bring home with me. I could have really done some purse damage if I hadn’t stopped myself, and mind you.. my mom kept saying.. “Kim, where are you going to put anything..” but yet I was listening like Charlie Brown to his teacher “womp womp”
This was just a tip of the iceberg.. there were lots and lots of good stuff inside and outside. It’s so funny, I always joke about this scenario, but while I’m sitting there, I clearly envision my sons telling them to “SELL IT ALL!!!”.. lol.. all my worldly posessions.. gone to the highest bidder… I only hope they’ll get sentimental and keep a few items. But moving along and enough of that thought…. You know I have a chair fettish, and the white chair you see below almost made it home with me. I did give a bid at 25 but I wasn’t going higher…. (I know what you’re thinking.. foolish me.. and yes I regret not getting it.. but I had no space and had to let it be the “OTGA” mind you .. it sold for $35.00
I wish I had taken more pictures to share with you, but I was just too enthralled with watching the auction. But ….I’d like to share with you exactly what came home with us. My eyes zeroed in on this brass chinoiserie lamp and I snagged it for $10.00! (shade included but I want to change it) You know I was excited..
I also got this lamp for $10.00 too.. I said “shucks” for ten bucks its got to go somewhere..
I got a box of shades and vintage belts and evening purses all for $20.00
This rolling utility cart guess how much – $10.00 (yes, that’s my clutter behind here.. and I’m embarrassed.. so glad the yard sale is this week, because it’s all coming out and major cleaning is about to happen). I promised my sons I won’t let this pile up happen again.. (insert eyes rolling) yea right…
My aunt was the big winner – she got this outdoor sofa set for $120.00
The set included the sofa, chair, coffee table, side table and cushions and it was like new. The colors were perfect for her porch and not to mention, how comfortable it sits.
She found the cute mosaic candle holders at “At Home” – (we’ve found our new addiction..lol)
and last but not least she bought two of the Victorian green chairs you see in the back drop for $35.00 each.. I’ll be showing you a closer look later on when they’re all set in the house.
This was by far one of the best auctions I’ve attended in a long time. High five to my buddies Johnathan & James of Ammons Auction for coercing me to come. I’m so glad we decided to go, but really wish I had taken more pictures.. but next time, I’ll have more pics to show. Have you ever gone to an auction? Auctions and estate sales are just other venues to shop for home items and they’re really fun to go to. If you had never been to an auction, get there early, and be prepared to be there a long time, so pack a lunch or snack and something to drink and enjoy the show. You never know what you’ll find and as always – Happy Hunting – thrifting your house into a home.
Until next – smooches!
Peachy Pico
Happy Cinco de mayo! ! Having margaritas tonight? Make a bowl of this delicious dip to get the party started
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And our story continues. . Enjoy being loved, because life is short and we don’t want to miss what really matters. . Love, peace and blessings to you. ..