Monday, April 11, 2011

Wood vs. Plastic

I have been looking for an older wooden high-chair for a few months now, and all I kept finding is plastic plastic plastic! Lots of Graco and Tons of animal themes ( monkeys, princess etc.. All stuff I'm not into..) Then I found this high-chair off CL for 10 dollars! I was totally willing to pay a ton more, but YAY! I had vision.. A new project! I wanted to sand it, paint it, and distress it a little for an "antique" look. My sweet husband was in. He got excited and wanted to take over the job, so seeing that he knows much more than I do about stuff like this, I let him, and I'm so happy I did. He did an off white/creamy color with a beautiful mahogany stain underneath that comes through a little. He did a beautiful job! I love it! It looks so shabby chic, so restoration hardware.. So not worth 10 dollars now ha!

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7 comments:

  1. So cute! I can't believe it only cost ten bucks. What were the sellers thinking!

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  2. That's awesome! I love it! I can't wait to see you in a month!!

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  3. Looks awesome! Right up my alley, style-wise. I want to paint an end table that I have, so I will have to get some tips on how to do it properly.

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  4. Wow, that looks great! Adam has some serious painting skills :)

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  5. I have a plastic one and paid way more for it. Although I always love wooden stuff better and for $10, you scored girl!!!

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  6. That is sooo beautiful!!! I love it I need to find me a hobby!! love and miss you dearly!!

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