Fake Grain Sack Stool

You know I’m a huge fan of grain sack and everything related to stripes. Do you remember the little footstool redo? And the wooden tray makeover? So when I bought this old-fashioned stool I had a quite clear idea what to do with it.

How to redo an old fashioned stool with some fake grain sack fabric | Via www.sweethings.net

It had great bones but the fabric and the elastic straps we a bit ugh and decided to remove everything.

How to redo an old fashioned stool with some fake grain sack fabric | Upholster | Via www.sweethings.net

I took everything out and left it to the bones. I painted the legs white with my fav DIY chalkpaint

How to redo an old fashioned stool with some fake grain sack fabric | Upholster | Via www.sweethings.net

I stapled some new straps very tight and then I realized I had done the wrong way. They must cross up and down each other for better results. I unstapled one side of three of them to cross.

How to redo an old fashioned stool with some fake grain sack fabric | Upholster | Via www.sweethings.net

Now it was time to upholster it. I bought a 4 cm piece of medium density foam, and some batting for the top and stapled them in place.

How to redo an old fashioned stool with some fake grain sack fabric | Upholster | Via www.sweethings.net

I added some white plain fabric I had on hand, and decided to transfer some lettering to it. You can have the full tutorial here, it’s fast and easy! Once it was done, I took some tape and paint to make the stripes.

How to redo an old fashioned stool with some fake grain sack fabric | Upholster | Via www.sweethings.net

How to redo an old fashioned stool with some fake grain sack fabric | Upholster | Via www.sweethings.net

How to redo an old fashioned stool with some fake grain sack fabric | Upholster | Via www.sweethings.net

What a difference some paint and fabric can make, don’t you think? Do you like grain sack fabric as well?

Hugs,

Pili

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34 comments

    • Pili says:

      Thank you Mary! Yes, only changing the color is a great improvement, but the light color fabric adds an extra touch

  1. Katrin@KreativK.net says:

    Hey that’s german! The stencils you used I mean… lol. It turned out really pretty Pili! Also the straps are such a clever idea. I love the fabric you used and you know I love white!!! This is a great project, I’d love this stool in my home 🙂

    • Pili says:

      Yes Katrin, it’s German! There are a lot of German people here in Mallorca and I knew they would love it. It sold really quickly, yay!

    • Pili says:

      Haha, it’s not talent, Keri, it’s the technique which is really simple!! Thanks for your kind comments 🙂

  2. Beatriz Campillo says:

    Qué buena compra hiciste!! el banquito es monisimo.
    Tenía un estilo bastante rústico con el tono de la madera y la tela. Ahora está mucho más bonito, me encanta!!
    Entre la pintura blanca y el tapizado personalizado, ha dado un giro increíble. Muy bonitas las rayas y el transfer. Hay que ver lo que se puede hacer con una tela blanca. Parece que la decoración ya venía con ella!!
    Ya te dije que tengo mucho que aprender de ti, y ver poco a poco todos tus trabajos.
    Me alegró verte en los Findes Frugales, pero más todavía, ver la acogida que te dieron. Más de una vino para quedarse, justo lo que yo pretendía!! por eso me siento feliz.
    Un besazo guapa, y felicidades por tan lindo trabajo!!

    • Pili says:

      Hola Beatriz! Me alegra verte de nuevo por aquí. Las rayas son muy socorridas a la hora de decorar algo, como algo tan simple puede llegar a cambiar tanto la apariencia, verdad?
      Y te estoy agradecida por esa introducción a los findes, me alegra conocer a otras personas que comparten la misma afición.
      Besos!!

    • Pili says:

      Thank you very much, Zakkiya! I really appreciate you taking the time to stop by and comment. Happy Thanksgiving!

  3. Beverly says:

    This turned out so pretty, Pili. You have such a talent for makeovers. Pinned and Tweeted. Thanks for partying with us at Snickerdoodle!

  4. Laurie says:

    Love how this turned out! Such a beautiful transformation! Pinning and tweeting to share.
    Thanks for linking up with Snickerdoodle Sunday!
    ~Laurie

    • Pili says:

      It really did, and that makes me really happy because I feel I am not the only one who likes my stuff.

  5. Life Loving says:

    What a makeover for that stool. It looks awesome. I love the design you’ve done on the top. It looks much more modern.

    Sally @ Life Loving
    #LifeLovingLinkie

    • Pili says:

      Thanks, Indah! I love the lettering too, when I found it I new I was going to use it for something, but didn’t know what yet.

    • Pili says:

      Hi, Mimi! I wish I could think I have something of a saint but I’m a bit far from that.
      Thank you so much for the visit, I really appreciate having you here.

  6. Betsy @ Happily Ever After, Etc. says:

    I absolutely love this transformation! Such a great example of how a little paint and patience can completely transform anything! Thanks for linking up at Welcome Home Wednesdays… can’t wait to see what you link up with us tomorrow!

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