Petite Barrel Back Settee
12May 18, 2017 by Terry
I don’t have any “before” pictures of this little settee but I wish I did. Upon first glance it really seemed like it was in great shape. Looking closer though it was in need of a few repairs and the powder blue velvet upholstery was dirty.
Not only did it need a good cleaning but it needed a serious update!
I deconstructed the whole settee right down to her bare bones, made the necessary repairs and gave it 2 coats of MMS Milk Paint in the color Typewriter. I added bonding agent as I didn’t want possible chipping of the paint.
I decided to leave the caning it’s original color for contrast and only painted the legs and frame black. Once dry, I finished it with a coat of hemp oil for a hint of lustre and to seal it.
It’s a rather petite settee and would actually be perfect for the end of a bed. It’s not bulky or heavy in any sense. It would be easy to create a reading nook in any room with this small piece … or just a place to relax and unwind …
It is even small enough to place in an entryway … so many options for this little beauty.
Where ever it goes, I hope it’s used and enjoyed!
Smiles!
Terry
Linking up to:
The Curators Collection 
love that fabric! Where did you find it?
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Hello Gail! Thank you for stopping by and taking the time to comment! The fabric is from a local fabric store called FabricLand. I could look for hours in there … I have such difficulty deciding when it comes to a print. Especially on furniture as it is so much work to replace if you tire of it!
Smiles!
Terry
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So cute. I have the perfect spot…Love that you left the caning natural. Hope the hubs is good!
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Well… if you like I could arrange for it to come visit you! I like that the caning breaks up the black and compliments the flax color in the fabric. You also see more detail that way as well. Hubby was home for a few days but only got one day off. He is in Prince George right now .. they were in Fort St. John before that but still have a crew in Campbell River. This is going to be a long fire season. Thanks for asking :0) ! Fix your swimsuit yet?
Smiles!
Terry
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Oh my! This looks so fabulous! Pinned and tweeted. Please join us tonight at 7 pm, and party with us. I can’t wait to see your new masterpieces or amazing classics! Lou Lou Girls
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Thank you! I’m a little late answering but I will pop on over for the party! Hope you have a great day!
Smiles!
Terry
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Gorgeous!
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Thank you Amber! I hope you have a great day!
Smiles!
Terry
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you did a wonderful job on this!!! love everything! May I suggest GF “lampblack” milk paint instead of MMS? It’s the same look you are going for without the hassle of mixing her paint and adding the bonding agent.
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Hi Beth! Thank you for the kind compliments and the great suggestion! I would love to try general finishes milk paint but I don’t have access to it where I live yet :( I love trying out new products and I’ve heard a lot about this paint … it does seem to be less of a hassle :) Thank you for taking the time to comment! I’d be honored if you’d join in on tonight’s linky party!
Smiles!
Terry
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Do you still do restores of rocking horses? I’ve seen some of your work and love it! We have a plain wood horse needing some prettying up!
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Whereabouts are you located?
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