At $170 each though, I'm thinking this would be a good piece to DIY.
The backs are obviously different, but I'm pretty sure my favorite kids chairs from the Conran shop would work really well for this project. (On sale for $30.60 each, available in pink, blue and white). The legs and the seat are very similar to the inspiration chair.
EDIT: Thanks to your comments everyone! The IKEA Minnen chair is the exact same frame! $16.99 each!
I'd just use a two-inch brush to paint on some Mod Podge or watered down Elmers glue on top of pretty quilting cotton that was cut to fit generously. (PS my favorite cotton prints are available at Purl SOHO - including Liberty of London Tana Lawns and adorable Japanese fabrics). Once the fabric has dried (and fully shrunk) after a day or two, trim the edges with a razor blade and then seal it all up with Polycrylic.
Sounds fun and easy, right!? I think I'm going to order a pair of chairs today.
That is a really unique idea! Not sure I like it enough to try it for our home, but they could really be charming in the right space.
ReplyDeleteOhh I love this idea. I don't think I'm game enough to try it. Maybe on a small chair with cheap fabric first... would love to see someone whose done it! :)
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Very cute! Can't wait to see how your version turns out!
ReplyDeleteOh I love that section of ABC! I might need to do that to finish my office. I am having such a hard time finding a chair!
ReplyDeleteor the IKEA cildren's minnen chair for a near exact replica!
ReplyDeleteLovely idea! With the Polycrylic any spills would come right up. These would look great around a little girl's tea table.
ReplyDeleteLove those chairs and love your idea even more! Can't wait to see what you do.
ReplyDeleteI was actually going to say these chairs remind me of Liberty prints, and then you mentioned them. Please post the "after"s!
ReplyDeleteFab inspiration!!! I'm pretty sure I'm not going to be brave enough to actually complete this project (haha) but it has gotten the wheels in my head turning! (c:
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ooooh! this sounds perfect for you...can't see what you do with them!
ReplyDeleteI think this is something I would like to do for my dining area! Very cute.
ReplyDeleteGo for it! I'm sure you'd do an amazing job with it. Such a creative idea. Can't wait to see how your project turns out!
ReplyDeleteDarling! One of my (many) laments about not currently being in NYC is that I miss ABC so much. Thanks for a little taste of one of my favorite stores!
ReplyDeleteWould you just continually wrap a long, skinny piece around the legs and upper part of the chair? And use Modge podge to secure it?
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great idea! I may try this. I've been looking for a great desk chair and don't want to spend a lot of money on an upholstered one. This is a fabulous alterntive! Hope you share the finished product!
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Gotcha!
ReplyDeleteWait a minute.....
Can't wait to see them in the room.
You HAVE to do this and then show us how. Very cute.
ReplyDeleteYes, please post instructions and the finished product! I saw these at ABC a few weeks ago and too pics too, i LOVE Them, just precious, absolutely precious. What a great baby gift. I die over them! Can't wait to see yours ;)
ReplyDeleteGreat project idea!
ReplyDeletethat is soo cute!!
ReplyDeleteI just love this chair...and that IKEA chair is the exact same. Sounds like a fun DIY..can't wait to see your very own fabulous chairs.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE ABC Carpet and Home. I can never afford to buy anything but I just love going there for inspiration. Definitely keep us posted after your chair remake!
ReplyDeleteSo funny! I started my own DIY version of this 3 weeks ago with the IKEA Chairs! The results are amazing, but time consuming!!!! Start wrapping near the seat and work outwards so you can hide any of the seams. I also did a very pedestrian looking garment rack (container store, $25) that I had out in the open to hang my daughter's dress up close on.
ReplyDeleteThat is an adorable chair!!
ReplyDeleteI want it!