Rope Detailing

I like *touches* of nautical inspiration in home decor. Not whole rooms - but maybe like a little brass anchor on a stack of books. Or a bold navy and white stripe fabric. But as of late, my favorite thing has been carved rope detailing on furniture.

I bought these stools a couple months ago on eBay (there are still some available if you are interested in making an offer).


Even though I'm planning to reupholster and repaint them, I still love the shape.


I wish mine were a little more delicate and had the nice knot detail like this much more expensive Draper bench and Meg Braff's vintage chairs below. Someday maybe, but mine are great for now, and I think really fit the scale of our space.


images source: Coastal Living

Also, another rope project HERE:

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11 comments:

  1. Tonia Lee SmithApril 25, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    Those stools are really nice. I'm loving the rope detailing and wish I had a place for them...but since I have so much of my own stuff, it's just wishing.
    Chic Modern Vintage

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  2. Atelier de ChiquiApril 25, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Lovely rope detailing !

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  3. Danielle Sigwalt InteriorsApril 25, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    I don't even want to see this...there were 6 rope chairs around the corner from me for free on Craigslist and I totally missed it :(. I'm still bummed!

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  4. Design BloomsApril 25, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    That living room is looking so good, excited to see the new and improved look that you give them!

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  5. laxsupermomApril 25, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Love the new stools. Can't wait to see what you do to them. Thanks for sharing.

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  6. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingApril 25, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    The stools are so nice! I really like that closet. I could fill it up really fast. I have hit a milestone on my blog and am having an all natural organic giveaway. Would love for you to enter!

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  7. natashaApril 25, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    If you like the pillows on the tangerine colored sofa, check out these pillows from Wal-Mart of all places! They actually have some really cute outdooor pillows. i bought the blue and white paisely ones. It does not tell you this anywhere on their website, but the pillows are 2 for $15.
    http://www.walmart.com/ip/Felton-16-Square-Toss-Pillow-Chili/13907951

    http://www.walmart.com/ip/16-Square-Outdoor-Toss-Pillow-Navy-White-Print/11008313

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  8. elissa, ebb & flowApril 25, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    great find on ebay! i agree that the other image do have some great details as well but i'm sure yours will serve you well and shine after a little TLC.

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  9. Sarah C.April 26, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    I went a little more literal on the rope detailing and used actual rope... Check out my lamp!

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  10. {whenpenmeetspaper}April 27, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    I absolutely love the mirrors and the tangerine patterned walls. Sweet! x

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  11. casey at loft and cottageMay 2, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    The rope picture frame rocks!

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