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Turn that old chair into something people will just be dying to sit in.
Found this old wrought iron chair on it's way to the scrap yard and new I just had to have it. Originally all I planned on doing was changing the fabric on it but then the twisted mind started turning.
Found this old wrought iron chair on it's way to the scrap yard and new I just had to have it. Originally all I planned on doing was changing the fabric on it but then the twisted mind started turning.
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Remove the cushions and sand/wire brush any rust or loose paint off.
Spray paint silver and let dry. Once dry take a can of flat black spray paint and lightly spray sections and quickly wipe off with a rag. This will give it a tarnished look.
Spray paint silver and let dry. Once dry take a can of flat black spray paint and lightly spray sections and quickly wipe off with a rag. This will give it a tarnished look.
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Finding the chair may not be as difficult as you think. You may be able to find a chair by just driving through your neighborhood on trash night. Also check the thrift stores. I bought another chair, for about 3 or 4 bucks at a thrift store. I plan to do that chair for a friend (whenever I get the time)! The new chair is totally different from the one I used here. The main thing that you need to worry about is if you will be able to attach the torso to the back of the chair.
If you make one, please send me a link to it, so I can check it out. I love to see what people come up with... especially for Halloween things!
Well, I live here in MN and I live for garage sales, estate sales, thrift stores, etc. I admit I have sorta a 'thing' for chairs, I've bought many chairs and done some fun stuff with them - although (NOTHING) like what you've done! But I have to say, in all my searches, I've never seen a chair like that. I'm afraid the nearest I'd find would white-painted wrout iron chair from an outdoor funiture set? Mainly what I find are wooden or wicker ones. But, I will start looking hard to find one, during this winter, I'll be checking Craigslist and thrift stores because I really, really want to make one - well, more than one because all of my family members (and there are 8 sibilings) are Halloween lovers! If I do find one and make one, well, it turns out good enough, I will send you a link! Would you mind if I contacted you for help if needed? Anyway, FANTASTIC chair and great incredible!
You are sooooo lucky to have a family full of Halloween lovers. I myself have always been the black sheep of the family.
Feel free to contact me if you need any help at all. I look forward to seeing you creation!