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Wednesday, August 17, 2011

A French Bench

A while back I mentioned I was beginning the process of “un-matching” the master bedroom.  I have grown tired of the suite of furniture my husband and I purchased many years ago and now want something with a more collected feel.


Well I am happy to say I have found the first piece for my bedroom redesign – a perfectly imperfect French bench!


I discovered this beauty on Craig’s list and jumped at the chance to exchange the mission style bench which previously occupied the space at the end of the bed for this one with much more character and patina.


The biggest changes to this room, of course, are still to come - replacing the carpet with hardwood flooring, purchasing a new bed, etc.  Until then, however, I will enjoy this first step towards creating the look I have envisioned for this space.


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22 comments:

  1. Katie @ Wildwood CreekAugust 17, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    The bench is gorgeous!

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  2. ChristinaAugust 17, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Love the bench!
    xo

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  3. Carolyn@Sweet Chaos HomeAugust 17, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Great find! I love the bench, and I can't wait to see how you transform the room :)

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  4. Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and AcornsAugust 17, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Wow, that is such a great find! I love it and think it looks beautiful.

    Did it come with the burlap cover?

    Have a great day!

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  5. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsAugust 17, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    What a great piece, Stacy! I love the detailing on it!

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  6. awal.nyAugust 17, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    I just love, love, love your new bench. I was wondering if you did the seat yourself?

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  7. Low Tide High StyleAugust 17, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Your new bench is beautiful and will be the perfect jumping off point for your remodel!

    Kat :)

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  8. Stacy CUrranAugust 18, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    The bench is gorgeous and I can't wait to see what bed you choose!
    Stacy

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  9. AnonymousAugust 18, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    Love that bench! If you're looking for a way to transform the look of your existing bed, I have a very inexpensive way to do it! It'll work until you can find the headboard/foot board of your dreams. Too long to explain here, but if you're interested, contact me through my website. www.cndesigns.biz

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  10. AndreaAugust 18, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Fabulous bench! I recently moved, and it's been my excuse to totally re-do the matchy matchy bedroom I previously had. Our old set is looking lovely in the guest room, and all we have in our new mstr bedroom is our bed, with no headboard yet, an antique armoire, and that's it. No night stands, and books and lamps are on the floor=) Starting from stratch! I did find some wonderful bedding yesterday, so it's a start =)

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  11. Upscale DownhomeAugust 18, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    I love your new bench. Did you have to recover it or was it just like that? I love the collected look, too, but it is a process. I plan on redoing my master bedroom this fall. Can't wait!

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  12. Carol@6WilsonBlog.comAugust 18, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Okay. I have official bench envy! It kills me what people find on Craig's list. I guess I just don't look enough, but I never see any great stuff. And I'm a DIYer and not afraid to do transformations, so it's not like I look for perfection! Anyway, good for you to have found this. I look forward to seeing how the room changes. I admire your patience -- you wait and find the right thing. That's a skill all its own!

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  13. Jane, Naples, FloridaAugust 19, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    An amazing find! I have a bench in my master bedroom which I love! Yours is perfect!

    Jane
    Flora Doora

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  14. JulieAugust 19, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    That IS a cute bench! Can't wait to see how your room unfolds!

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  15. outjunkingAugust 19, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    I think I'm in love with a bench. Gorgeous.
    Lisa

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  16. Courtney ~ French Country CottageAugust 19, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    I love your bench and love it with the burlap showing- perfect!!

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  17. StephanieAugust 19, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    That bench is so unbelievably unique and perfect! I can not believe you found that on Craig's list! I too was wondering if you got it like that or did you add the cushion? Such a great starting point, this is going to be a fun transformation.

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  18. AnonymousAugust 19, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    I love it! The shape is gorgeous!

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  19. Red Door HomeAugust 19, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Thanks for the great questins. I found the bench exactly as pictured - with the burlap cover. I was thrilled to find such a treasure!

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  20. for the love of a houseAugust 20, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    love the bench Stacy!! it's gorgeous!

    joan

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  21. {hooked on hickory}August 20, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    don't you wish you could just twinkle your nose and it could all be done? the bench is amazing! can't wait to see what you do!

    ashley

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  22. D. Jean QuarlesAugust 20, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Slowly but surely you'll get it all done. Nice beginning.

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