Do you love to troll Craigslist and Facebook yard sale sites as much as I do? I always seem to be on the lookout for a friend, family member or myself (I haven’t given up hope that one day I’ll meet my dining table match made in heaven on CL.) Frequently I come across complete steals that I wish someone I know would snatch up, so I thought I’d share gems and their hidden potential……starting with these beauties!
Can you see the potential?
The fabric might not be your style, but imagine them with fresh white slipcovers in a room like this…….
….with a punchy geometric on a porch…..
…..add some texture and warmth to a room….
…..or spray paint them a fun color!!
I love the chair my in-laws gave us. Even though it’s at least 20 years old, it’s so well constructed that all it needed was a fresh set of slipcovers and a paintjob to give it new life. Now it’s one of the most comfy and coveted seats in my house!
The beauty of a rattan chair is that it’s lightweight, easy to move, brings warmth and interest to a room and is as appropriate in a sophisticated living room as it is on a screened in porch! And a pair of them for $75 – a steal!!
Enjoy your day my friend, thanks for stopping by!
Lobster Meets Peach says
I wish that I had better luck with Craigslist! I have yet to have a good "find" there;( But I guess I will just have to keep trying!!!
pam {simple details} says
I have a bit of a problem seeing potential in CL pieces. 🙂 I'd snag those in a heartbeat and worry about who/where they were going later! I think your table is out there somewhere!
Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says
What a find! Someone needs to get those chairs. Why don't I leave closer to Connecticut?! 🙂
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
I am on my way to CT now! those are awesome!
[email protected] says
so much potential! I love them! xo Kristin
Andrea says
Love those chairs! I totally see the potential.
Linda {Calling it Home} says
I spend way too much time making over CL finds in my head. I love rattan chairs, so I think I would go for this one, but probably wait until they are gone.
Kris @ Driven by Décor says
Love those chairs! Even though I need another chair like a need a hole in the head, you had me googling how far Mystic is from where I like in CT (having just moved here, my CT geography is horrible). I was actually happy to find that it is an hour and a half away. It removes the temptation! 🙂
NanaDiana says
I could have sworn I saw this post before- I must be slipping into senility!;>) LOVE those chairs and all the inspiration photos, too. xo Diana
Vel Criste says
A big YES Lisa!!!!!! Especially if their not yet rickety, they would look great anywhere!!!!
Kim @ Plumberry Pie says
These chairs would be fantastic with a little makeover and that price is a steal!
Kelly @ View Along the Way says
Where's all this fun stuff on my craigslist?! Love those!
Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says
Those are fabulous! Unfortunately, our rattan chair is the favorite spot for the CAT to sit! BTW, I've been wondering about that new little item for your chair…is it fabulous? Did I miss you showing it off? 🙂
Rebecca says
Here in Hawaii these rattan chairs are a dime a dozen. I picked one up at a garage sale for $1.00 last week and made it over. 🙂 Here's my post:
http://jedandivy.blogspot.com/2013/08/black-wicker-chair-before-and-after.html
Rebecca says
Here in Hawaii these rattan chairs are a dime a dozen. I picked one up at a garage sale for $1.00 last week and made it over. 🙂 Here's my post:
http://jedandivy.blogspot.com/2013/08/black-wicker-chair-before-and-after.html
Dan Barrett says
I'm loving these chairs, I would have snapped your hand off to get them at $75 if you lived near me in the UK. A real bargain if I say so myself 🙂