Friday, April 30, 2010

Look What I Made

Isn't it pretty? My wonderful mother-in-law spent an afternoon helping me put this together. We even attached shelf liners on the bottom for grip. That way, we didn't need to put on strings so, they look more like dining room chairs than kitchen chairs. A really clever trick:-)

I am so proud of myself because although my email address is sewing@wi.rr.com, I don't sew:-) She was very patient with her remedial student and, I am going back on Thrursday to sew the other five:-) Wish me luck!

They are only going to cost me $20 total for all 6!! Normally, 4 would cost over $100!! With the money I saved, I need to get table linens to go with it:-) Or, I could get some new home supplies but maybe I will just celebrate with a cheese and wine party .

What do you guys think I should do?
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28 comments:

  1. Lisa@BlessedwithGraceApril 28, 2010 at 12:06 PM

    Good job, Susie! I don't sew. Never have. My mom did not sew and therefore I did not learn from her.

    Thanks for stopping by today. It is always good to hear from someone who did not have their little ones potty trained early! We may have it down by 4 yrs. :-)

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  2. CandiApril 28, 2010 at 12:26 PM

    Good for you! Funny about your email address too!

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  3. More Than WordsApril 28, 2010 at 1:16 PM

    Wow, that looks good!! I wish I knew how to sew!

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  4. Together We SaveApril 28, 2010 at 1:36 PM

    Wow - great job... I don't sew either. My daughter wants to learn how. She joined the sewing club offered by the 4H, they have had 2 meetings in 6 mos. She is not learning very fast. LOL

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  5. yoncaApril 28, 2010 at 2:50 PM

    It's pretty! Good luck on Thursday!
    Have a great afternoon!

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  6. AmyApril 28, 2010 at 5:18 PM

    what a great job.. love the chair..

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  7. JennyApril 28, 2010 at 5:57 PM

    Those look great! I love plaid!

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  8. Liz MaysApril 28, 2010 at 6:17 PM

    Shelf liners!! That is brilliant!

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  9. BettinaApril 28, 2010 at 7:31 PM

    Cute, cute, cute...love them! The plaid is awesome!

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  10. Melissa B.April 28, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    Wonderful! And I really LOVE the pattern...

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  11. EmmaPApril 28, 2010 at 11:50 PM

    good idea about the no-slip shelf-liners. Plus i am not a fan of the ties anyway. eventually, they wear out and rip off. looks great!

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  12. Jenna @ NewlywedsApril 29, 2010 at 7:45 AM

    Great job. I don't sew either and I've tried....

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  13. catApril 29, 2010 at 8:18 AM

    Great job! They looks stunning.

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  14. UnknownApril 29, 2010 at 11:05 AM

    Very cool!!!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  15. Holly LefevreApril 29, 2010 at 2:51 PM

    Way to go...If you can sew (or get help) you can make such great things ans ave so much money!

    Thanks for stopping by on SITS Day (last week)!

    Holly
    504 Main

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  16. AmyApril 29, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    Hope you are having an amazing day..

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  17. The Blonde DuckApril 30, 2010 at 6:10 AM

    I need new chair pads, but I don't think I have your talent to make one!

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  18. AnonymousApril 30, 2010 at 6:59 AM

    Great job!!!

    I have an award for you!

    http://justahappyhousewife.blogspot.com/2010/04/ima-be-blingin-baby.html

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  20. AmyApril 30, 2010 at 5:39 PM

    Have a wonderful weekend Susie.. :)

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  22. AnonymousMay 1, 2010 at 6:55 AM

    Wow, you are amazing. Cooking and making and all things homemade. I am impressed!

    Lynn

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  23. UnknownMay 1, 2010 at 9:33 AM

    i like them, I'd like new ones for our chairs
    stopping by from SITS

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  25. debi9kidsMay 2, 2010 at 12:17 AM

    It looks wonderful and the colors are so pretty (or, should I say "sew pretty". LOL)

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  26. AmyMay 2, 2010 at 11:29 AM

    Have a wonderful Sunday..

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  27. Ma What's 4 dinnerMay 2, 2010 at 6:23 PM

    I say celebrate with a cheese and wine party then invite me! Great job.

    Thanks for coming by and making my SITS day such a wonderful experience! Your time and words mean the world to me.

    Lots of yummy love,
    Alex aka Ma, What's For Dinner
    www.mawhat4dinner.com

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  28. KathleenMay 2, 2010 at 9:35 PM

    Using shelf liners is brilliant! I need to use those on my kitchen chairs!

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