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April 24, 2012

reFresh reStyle Hopped over the Fence!


We’re not exactly sure when and how we connected with Debbie from reFresh reStyle but we do know that it seems as though we have known her forever!
She has been the truest kind of friend to us here in blogland.
Supportive, encouraging, funny and just an all-around fantastic lady.
We know so many of you treasure her too!

So we are thrilled that she is here guest posting for us today!

And without further ado, take it away Debbie!

You see those ugly brown chairs at Goodwill and yard sales or maybe they’re hiding out in your attic.
Brown, dirty and sad.

But with a little elbow grease, a staple gun, some cute fabric and a happy color,
you can turn blah-blah brown into BLUE-TIFUL!

You only need one in a room to create a pop of fun.

So go ahead and shell out that $5.99 at Goodwill.

You’ll be glad you did.

Have a blue-tiful day 🙂
and come see me, when you can!

Debbie from reFresh reStyle

Thank you Heather and Vanessa for having me!


Wow! Everything Debbie touches turns to DIY gold, don’t you think?
If you have never visited her, you need to just get yourself right over there.
We know you will find her to be just as lovely and inspiring as we do!

Thank you so much Debbie for hopping over the Fence to visit us today!



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  1. miss flibbertigibbet says

    April 23, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    Such a pretty makeover…I just love anything blue!
    Blessings, Lorraine

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  2. Janel@hatingmartha says

    April 23, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    That Debbie does great work! And a great lady to boot!

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  3. Laura says

    April 23, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    Love this, Debbie! It looks fantastic! Just wondering… Can I have this for my house? 😉 Loving that blue!

    Reply
  4. Shari @ turnstylevogue.com says

    April 23, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    We all love Debbie! Oh…and that chair too! 🙂

    Reply
  5. art is beauty says

    April 23, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    as usual, Debbie did an amazing job! Just love it.
    Karin

    Reply
  6. Eclectically Vintage says

    April 23, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    Love Debbie – love her chair – love you girls too (it’s a regular love fest today)!
    Kelly

    Reply
  7. Lizykitty23 says

    April 23, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    The chair looks fantastic Debbie and the fabric is so lovely…Great transformation!

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  8. Pam - @diy Design Fanatic says

    April 23, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    The blue chair looks gorgeous! Wonderful transformation!

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  9. How to Nest for Less says

    April 23, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    LOVE that chair, Debbie!! And yes, everything you touch turns to gold! So glad to see you guest posting at one of my favorite blogs today 🙂

    Reply
  10. NanaDiana says

    April 23, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    Love the chair. What a great transformation. I have a collection of chairs waiting for me! Great guest post here today- xo Diana

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  11. Linda@Coastal Charm says

    April 23, 2012 at 3:30 PM

    What a charming little chair Debbie…love the fabric that you used.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  12. Karla says

    April 23, 2012 at 3:49 PM

    What a lovely makeover. It’s so pretty. I love it.

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  13. Fox Hollow Cottage says

    April 23, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    Hi girls! What a great guest you have! Debbie did good. It is a vast improvement, that is certain 😉 You know it’s just my color too! I might have to keep my eye open for a “makeover” chair of my own.

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  14. Debbie says

    April 23, 2012 at 5:21 PM

    I really love the way this turned out. I wish I could master that sort of shabby sanded off finish. I generally tend to do too much or too little. This is just right.

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  15. reFresh reStyle says

    April 23, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Thanks for having me over ladies! I love hopping over the fence to visit you two! Have a great week!
    Debbie

    Reply
  16. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    April 23, 2012 at 5:46 PM

    Yes, it certainly is “blue-tiful”….What a great transformation….Just finished my first painting project (furniture) and I am hooked!….

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  17. Becca says

    April 23, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    What fun to have Debbie guest post! I LOVE her chair makeover … just one of many pieces that Debbie continuously puts her magic touch on!

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  18. Merlin says

    April 23, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    This is SO FUNNY!!! I have that VERY SAME CHAIR…which I found on “trash day” while walking the dog…I painted mine “chinese red” recovered the cushion in plaid, took off the back finials and replaced with “Anthropologie” knobs…Voila’ guest bedroom! Debbie, do you perhaps live in Arlington, VA???

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  19. Good Time Charlie says

    April 23, 2012 at 8:38 PM

    What a beautiful transformation. Love the color and the fabric. Makes me feel like Spring!

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  20. Judy says

    April 23, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    I love the transformation. I love the blue.

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  21. Gina says

    April 23, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    What a beautiful makeover! The blue is such a great color and the fabric is so pretty. Debbie, you did an awesome job!

    Reply
  22. Judy at GoldCountryCottage says

    April 24, 2012 at 12:56 AM

    That style of chair is probably the most seen at flea markets and thrift stores. So ugly you would never buy it even for 5 cents. Will be looking at that particular chair more closely now. Thanks for the good advice..Happy Monday..Judy

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  23. Sherry says

    April 24, 2012 at 1:27 AM

    Debbie, luv that chair and luv that color blue!

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  24. Bliss says

    April 24, 2012 at 2:28 AM

    Your description of Debbie is right on. And she paints a mean (or nice) blue-tiful chair too.

    ~Bliss~

    Reply
  25. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    April 24, 2012 at 2:31 AM

    She really is a treasure and so is that chair. Love it. Hugs, Marty

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  26. Shelia says

    April 24, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    Your chair is so pretty and love the color you chose! You gave her new life and now she’s singing your praises! 🙂
    Be a sweetie,
    shelia;)

    Reply

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