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Tuesday, July 12, 2011

French Chair Re-do

Why do I never take before photos? I was in no way ready to cart home these chairs from the Flea a few weeks ago. I didn't take my truck, had no place to store them, and they were not at all attractive in the state they were in. But the little voice kept whispering ..."go ahead, they have great bones". I told the sweet vendor that I really couldn't, "Not enough cash on me - husband will pitch a fit - no room at the inn" - all the usual excuses. But there I was 20 minutes later chug chug chuggin down Rt. 10 with, not one but two  big ol' ugly PINK and BLACK satin striped chairs hanging out my window.
But look at these babies now!!! Aren't they great? I just love them. So much so, that I don't think I can sell them. Even the hubby likes them (thank God). 
And the moral of the story is ~ Always listen to your little voice (it usually knows best:).


Linking up to the usual suspects this week ~
Faded Charm for White Wednesday
Common Ground for Vintage Inspiration Friday
French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday
Voila! @ The French Cupboard


Also - Please don't laugh, but I finally figured out how to set up a Facebook page for French Bleu Vintage. I think I did it right. Truth be known, I needed a lot of help from a Facebook guru pal of mine (Thanks Meredith). Check it out if you get the chance - I could really use the feedback. Just click on the FB badge to the left.


Have a great week ~ Dee XO
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13 comments:

  1. Dreaming of VintageJuly 12, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Gorgeous chairs! I love them!
    Kelly

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  2. Rose ~Victorian Rose ~July 13, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    If everyone is happy...life is good.
    They are indeed MORE darling.
    Rose

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  3. Curtains in My TreeJuly 13, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    my kind of chairs. Toile materail love it. I want something red toile I have all blues

    Janice

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  4. Anita at Cedar Hill July 14, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Great job on your finds. I can imagine the befores. I am a new follower.

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  5. PamelaJuly 15, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Loving your chairs Dee!! I am actually trying to acquire some very similar to yours! They turned out fabulous!

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  6. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJuly 15, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Such charming chairs- I love them!! The red toile is perfect!! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! I had a hard time figuring out FB when I first got my page too- I'll pop over there and say hello! :)

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  7. ConnieJuly 15, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Fabulous chairs. By all means keep them until you're ready for something new. They'll sell fast when you're ready to let them go.

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  8. Heaven's WalkJuly 15, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    Beautiful chairs, Dee! Have you considered painting them white and distressing them? Just a thought! :) And thanks for the sweet reminder to listen that little voice in my head.....lol!

    xoxo laurie

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  9. Debra@CommonGroundJuly 18, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    I'd say, "great bones" for sure!! love the outside setting, thanks for linking up to VIF, Dee!
    xoxo Debra

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  10. vintageandartJuly 20, 2011 at 2:51 AM

    Your revamped chairs are awesome. l wouldn't part with them either. The toile fabric is perfect...

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  11. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)July 26, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Dee, these are beautiful! Love red and white toile!

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    treasures    July 27, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    These are gorgeous! Of course, I love toile!
    Great job on the re-do!
    ~ Julie

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  13. PamelaJuly 27, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Dee come by sometime for Treasure Hunt Thursday! I would love to have you visit with us!

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