An Extremely Low-cost & Straightforward Chair Makeover

We are excited to share what we are convinced is one of the thriftiest makeovers of the decade submitted by one of our quite own readers. So without further ado, here is Amy’s letter:

You inspired me to finish at least one project I said I would do over my summer break from work. I inherited this antique chair from my strong aunt a few years ago (it originally belonged to my strong-grandmother). My mom remembers it over the years being many distinct colors with distinct fabrics, and when it was handed down to me it was a peach color with a crushed velvet seat (which was not truly my style). Luckily, two weeks ago I came across a strong Waverly fabric on clearance and scored a yard of it for $1.83 with tax! After seeing your post last week, I chose I better get to it, so I painted the chair a truly strong shade of green that my sister had on hand and then reupholstered the seat cushion. I am quite proud of the transformation that cost under $2.00 for such a big change! -Amy

Here is the peach colored crushed velvet covered before:

And the thoroughly updated and excellent after:

Thanks so much for sharing Amy. Your steal of a makeover is extra inspiring. And for all you crafty people quietly making over your home one project at a time, do not forget to send us your before and afters… we eat that stuff for breakfast.