An Upcycled Bench & Feather Bed Cushion

Happy Tuesday!

I hope you are all having a good start to the week.

 

Recently I cleaned up  the "toy corner" in my family room

and decided to create  new sitting area.

 

Before I rushed into buying something NEW

I shopped my home first to see

what I  could re-use.

A dark woven wood Pier 1 settee in the

basement was just waiting for me:).

Two bottles of spray paint later

&.......

 

Sorry for not having a better before shot.

This was actually a very dark brown piece from years ago.

My camera broke right before I started this project so

this was the only shot I could get.

 

I used a creamish color and lightly sanded the edges. 

  On to the feather bed.

Instead of a cushion I used a huge feather bed.

Really what it is, is a huge custom down pillow I ordered from Calico Corners.

I don't know about you but...

I like easy sewing.

 I sewed a large knife edge pillow(to my measurements)
with an envelope back.

 

 I did taper the sides.

 

 I love the staged photos

 but I thought I would share a few images of real life.

This is MY spot.
In the afternoon it gets the perfect amount of sunlight
&
I can sneak glimpses of the bay.

Right before my oldest son gets off the bus

and while my little guy takes a snooze,

I like to sit here and take a few moments

for myself,

 with my coffee in one hand 

& if I am lucky

 a decorating magazine in the other.
It refuels me.

Do you have a spot like this in your home,

where you feel peaceful and you can recharge?

 

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Have a wonderful week,

-Jen