Last weekend I went shopping with a friend of mine who was visiting from out of town. We went to all the usual spots, and ended up at my local Salvation Army. They had a huge selection of furniture.
The upholstery on this sofa has definitely seen better days, but we really liked its clean lines. The sofa and matching loveseat was $150 for the set.
The fabric on this one was also really gross, but the chair had a great shape. Only 20 bucks.
This solid wood chest of drawers was a great deal at $70.
This handsome wingback chair came home with me. It will go in our master bedroom after I have it recovered. It was only $30.
This little guy also came home with me. I'm not sure yet where we will put it, but at only $30 I couldn't pass up its potential.
Won't it look great reupholstered with one fabric on the inside and a different, coordinating fabric on the outside?
My lucky friend snatched up this smart buffet for only $120. It is in perfect condition, just needs to be refinished or painted.
Sometimes you find something, sometimes you don't. I'd say that this time, we totally scored!
Now I just have to figure out how to go about getting a chair reupholstered...
Have you have any luck lately finding the perfect piece of furniture at your local thrift store?
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Great finds. Nothing like a great day of thrifting. I can't wait to see what you do with that chair.
You got some great finds! I'd love that chest of drawers - I can see it paint a bright fun color.
ok, spill it- what Salvation Army is this??
Ah, the thrill of the thrift. You did VERY well. Love all the items you picked up. Can't wait to see them in their beautiful "after" state.
You definitely scored- big time! I love the chairs you found. They both have a great shape and will look amazing reupholstered! I love the idea of two fabrics on one chair!! And the buffet your friend found is beautiful. Looks like I need to check out our salvation army!
Ahh my little Buffy! I can't wait to make her glorious again. What do you think paint or stain?
Oh how I love a good thrift chair...or two.
I told my brother that he needs to get a house ASAP because I keep finding all of these awesome things that I don't have room for!
Awesome find! Your chairs are great! I really like the idea of doing the contrasting fabric on the back! So fun to find a good deal and make it your own! Looking forward to seeing them!
WOW! I'd say you scored too! Wish I had the eye that you do when it comes to thrifting!
Great finds, I am anxious to see what fabric you choose for the chair.
I love the buffet and I can't wait to see the transformation. It's fascinating how you can see beyond the exterior. I'd probably just walk past and fail to see the potential in any of these.
You found a lot of great finds!! Those sofas and chairs just need a little love and some upholstery and they will be perfect! Looking forward to seeing what you do with the buffet! Happy Thursday! Caroline
Oooo...those chairs are going to be lovely! I especially like the wood trimmed one and you can count me in on the two fabric scheme!(c; And I'm jealous of your friend and her new buffet...the straight lines on that are awesome!
I don't think I've ever seen furniture at our Salvation Army store- I haven't been there in a while but I'm going to go back and check it out. Those are great finds!
I love seeing other peoples finds..and its so much fun seeing the "afters"....the best part! I haven't been looking...once we move then the shopping begins. Meantime I am having a ball seeing everyones shopping finds online in blogworld and you scored for sure! Those chests once cleaned up are going to be beauitful!!
I love the Salvation Army....I was just at my local one Tuesday...great stuff and they discount it fast.
Oh you have me all inspired. I used to love to search for and re-done old furniture before I had kids. Love the draws. Fabulous finds :O)
You definately found some great stuff. I love the buffet! I think changing the fabric on the chairs front/back is an excellent idea. Have fun with it!
You found some great finds! That buffet is gorgeous!
I am impressed by your Thrift store finds... idea the wood trimmed chair is perfect for using contrasting fabrics. Great idea! Will you be refinishing the wood on that chair as well, or painting it for additional contrast? Look forward to seeing what you come up with!
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