Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Painted Upholstery? Who knew!

I'll admit that I was skeptical when I came upon this project by Kristy of Hyphen Interiors. Painting upholstery? Really? I must say, it turned out pretty darn awesome.

Kristy was inspired by this chair from Lonny mag. She thought it would look perfect in her master bedroom.



Inspired, Kristy decided to transform an old upholstered chair with none other than paint! Check out the before:


And the pretty amazing after:



I love the color, the white legs and the nailhead trim!

I've been tossing around the idea of painting some pillows like Abby did. Painting a piece of furniture never crossed my mind. What do you think? Would you ever paint upholstered furniture?
Head on over to Kristy's blog. She's going to post the how-to on Wednesday. I'm curious:)


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22 comments:

  1. Ashley @ A {Blonde's} DIY LifeMarch 22, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous!!!!

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  2. Lucky GirlMarch 22, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Its definitely beautiful, but I've read that painted upholstery gets "crunchy" Because of this, I probably wouldn't try it on a full piece of furniture, but on a throw cushion? For sure.

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  3. JacquelineMarch 22, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    I think its a great idea...and I'm always open to trying new ideas.

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  4. A Vintage VineMarch 22, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    WOW, I need to check that out! Thanks for the heads up!

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  5. KerryMarch 22, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    It looks fantastic. I never would've thought to paint upholstery... but I guess if there is a right way, it would be a whole lot easier than reupholstering (in some cases!)

    Will definitely have to check out that how-to!

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  6. Abby M. InteriorsMarch 22, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Thanks for the shout out!

    Her chair looks amazing. so much better! I would be nervous it would feel crunchy as well. I have considered adding a line of paint as "trim" on the base off my sofa and to frame out the back cushions.

    Will you try it?
    abby

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  7. Laurel @ Ducks in a RowMarch 22, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Really? I have too many kiddos to trust this and would probably just choose to reupholster. You know, do it right and do it once.

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  8. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresMarch 22, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    WHAT????
    I need to check this out!
    Thanks
    Jane

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  9. Carissa @ the Fabulous Design FileMarch 22, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    That is amazing! Can't wait for her full tutorial! It turned out shockingly well!!!

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  10. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum}March 22, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    whaaaaaaaaa?
    I've got to see this!!!

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  11. Swirls of HappyMarch 22, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    What a transformation! Paint?! I got to check this out!

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  12. emilyMarch 22, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    Wow! What a beautiful transformation. I would have never guessed it was paint! I will have to check back for the how-to!

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  13. ElsaMarch 22, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    I'm so excited to see her how-to. I would have never thought of doing this & it looks beautiful!

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  14. Danielle Oakey InteriorsMarch 22, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    wow, this is quite the project. I am dying to sit on it, I wonder if the paint ever bleeds? Regardless, I love it!

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  15. natasha {schue love}March 23, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    This is an awesome transformation! Love the nailheads...great detail! xo

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  16. Megan // Honey We're HomeMarch 23, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    That is wild! It looks great!!

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  17. elizabeth@themustardceilingMarch 23, 2011 at 3:29 AM

    What a transformation! It is hard to imagine that it is painted. I would be skeptical to try it, I am afraid it would feel crunchy. I can't wait to see the tutorial.

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  18. MichaelaMarch 23, 2011 at 3:50 AM

    Oh my gosh! How awesome. I wonder if it's comfy!

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  19. Amber B (Simple Dwellings)March 23, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Wow- it came out amazing! I love that she also painted the legs white. It looks great! I wonder how it feels to sit on the painted fabric. So cool!

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  20. Villa BisonoMarch 23, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I am a big fan of peacock blues so this looks right up my alley. Beautiful nailtrim too!

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  21. Hyphen InteriorsMarch 25, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Jane, thank you so very much for posting about my chair on your blog. I really appreciate the opportunity to have your readers see my chair. Thank you for taking the initiative and reaching out. You're awesome.

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