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Budget Furniture Fix Ups
In front of my mind ... the dilemma ... I found a great ... for me to share with you some ideas on how to turn that bit tired ... without spending much money with my own furniture dilemma recently bucksFaced, I thought what a great opportunity for me to share with you ideas on how to turn this tired piece of furniture without spending much money so here are the secrets of The Budget Decorator on transforming your furniture from waste TFTE (feast for the eyes)
One of the most expensive items in our rooms, our furniture and we can not always afford to just replace it when it is worn, outdated or simply no longer works in your room.
The number one concern for those trying to update existing furniture is slipcovers. Now, unless you are an experienced seamstress, sewing fitted slipcovers is not an easy task. But fortunately the current trends lean towards casual, which includes furniture.
Here's how some simple, laid-back covers that almost anyone can do.
First of all, use sheets instead of fabric, it is much easier and cheaper Measure your furniture, and buy a sheet size that will cover your furniture with no cushions, tucked in and around the arm. (Do not forget to check garage sales for bargains) Use decorative cording if you want to tie around the "skirt" area to give it a more structured look. Simply tuck ends under the couch or chair. (You can even tape or staple the ends to the bottom of the room if you want.) Take each of your cushions and look as if you wrap a gift. Cut a piece big enough cushion, it automatically as a gift, and safety pin it on the underside of the pad. (Who will watch?) Add a few pillows and a throw, and you have changed the entire look of your furniture for little money, they cover is washable and you can make one for each season, if you want.
Sheets, duvets and quilts can be used for this project, and can be found in garage sales, thrift stores, and maybe even your underwear wardrobe. Try wrapping the cushions to another room, different fabric. Remember, this is a matter of casual style, and slipcovers are definitely trendy
Although chairs can be slip covered. Simply open an envelope of fabric to fit on the back of the chair, like a pillowcase. If you like, it can be dressed up by tying with string or ribbon, sewing on decorative buttons, or add a little blonde. This project can easily be made from scraps of fabric curtains and waste lying around your sewing room.
Next on the list is what is known as "Hardgoods." Tables, dressers, entertainment centers. A quick and inexpensive way to transform these elements are, you guessed it, painting. Almost anything can be painted these days, including laminate. Just the first with a product specifically designed for non-porous surfaces ... I like BIN or Kilzer. So just use the regular paint the house. Woods may be just sanded and painted.
Remember to try their hand at decorative painting or false finishing effects designed. You can use leftover fabric, fabric thrift stores or garage sales or research of your own closet. Simply cut the fabric slightly larger than the drawer or door, then use a staple gun to connect it to your back, stretching it tight as you go. Try painting the rest of the paragraph has chosen the color of fabric for a great coordinated look.
The last time I throw out there are mosaic tiles. This can be very efficient if you have leftover tiles from another project, or ask your local flooring center if they have broken tiles they leave you. Another good place to look for free mosaic materials in residential construction sites, especially those that are more upscale. Always ask first, but there are always broken tiles when installed took place and it will only be transported to the landfill
Mosaic can be as simple as a broken tile in a random pattern and gluing in place, the installation of complex patterns, and grouting and sealing your project. You can use it on top of a table or dresser, drawer fronts, or even a door itself, you can even produce the illusion of the mosaic by using decorative paper in the same way, cut into shapes irregular, and stick it on
Whatever you choose to upgrade your furniture, to impose their own style, take your time and be proud of his creation
Copyright 2002 K. Wilson


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