Sarah Richardson used these awesome tubular chairs in her office on Sarah's House:
I love the corduroy.
Ikea has these babies for $99.. they are really cool with the "ghost" seat, but look a bit uncomfortable.
Cool set from eBay..
And last but not least, my new chairs! I got them off eBay. I loooooove that the base is brass. It adds just a touch of traditional. Obviously they need reupholstering. I'm not too fond of the indentations, but an upholster can easily remove that.
I have no idea what to reupholster them in... that will be the fun part!
[Can you tell I'm on a mid century modern kick? I have a feeling our new home will be filled with an eclectic mix of mid century modern and traditional pieces.]
[Our inspection is tomorrow. I PRAY everything goes well!! But even if we don't get the house, we'll still need dining room chairs in whatever house we end up in. :) ]
[There is a perfect antique dining room table I'm eying to go with these chairs at a local antique store. My husband said no more furniture until after we pass inspection... fingers crossed it will still be there!]
I'm sitting in the Ikea Tobias chair right now, it's my office chair. I've found it to be surprisingly comfy. It even rocks a little bit which I really like.
ReplyDeleteI like the chairs you bought - the base is really minimal. I agree with the tufted indentations on the seat - they've gotta go as the over power the petite bases. Don't ya just love eBay?!
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those are gorgeous!! love the brass base. can't wait to see what you do..
ReplyDeleteCongrats on winning the chair. I will cross my fingers your inspection goes perfect today.
ReplyDeletewow, i was just thinking that those were my favorites from the batch you posted and then read that you got them! love the leg detail....fab find!!
ReplyDeleteThese are all such chic options! That shot from the new Lonny is just to die for and don't you love ebay? Such good alternatives... xoxo katie
ReplyDeleteThe bases of those chairs are gorgeous! Good luck on the inspection . . . :)
ReplyDeleteLOVE THE CHAIRS!!!! Good Luck on the table. PRAYING for the inspection!! It's gonna be a beautiful place.
ReplyDeleteLove those chairs and can't wait to see what you do with them! I have gotten to really like mid century modern mixed with things too! I may have to try it in a guest room. I have a tall dresser I might want to reuse.
ReplyDeleteLove the new chairs Bryn! I can't wait until you start helping me with my house!
ReplyDeleteLove almost all of those chairs and used to be really attracted to that "ghost chair look" until someone pointed out how butts look all smashed up in them. Now I can't bring myself to buy any see through chairs! I'm thinking good thoughts for your inspection.
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I agree with Summer. The IKEA Tobias chair is ridiculously comfortable.
ReplyDeleteI am not too sure about the Ikea chairs, but the one's you got from ebay look very comfy. It should be fun reupholstering them :)
ReplyDeleteI love chrome/metal chairs! I have the Ikea chairs in my home and I agree with Summer and Jules they are surprisingly very comfortable!
ReplyDeletetotally sweet score.
ReplyDeleteyou will own those chairs forever, and they will always look great!
LOVE your chairs. good thing you bought them--they're so one of a kind!
ReplyDeleteLove the chairs you got!
ReplyDeleteI've been looking for something similar, and am wondering what phrase(s) you used in your search?
Thanks for sharing!
Just bought the clear ikea chair yesterday! Super easy to assemble and, although I only sat in it for a short while, I didn't find it uncomfortable. Maybe not an ideal chair for someone spending a lot of time at their desk, but otherwise a great option! I'll let you know if I change my mind. :)
ReplyDeleteJust bought the clear ikea chair yesterday! Super easy to assemble and, although I only sat in it for a short while, I didn't find it uncomfortable. Maybe not an ideal chair for someone spending a lot of time at their desk, but otherwise a great option! I'll let you know if I change my mind. :)
ReplyDeleteI love chrome/metal chairs! I have the Ikea chairs in my home and I agree with Summer and Jules they are surprisingly very comfortable!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Summer. The IKEA Tobias chair is ridiculously comfortable.
ReplyDeleteLOVE THE CHAIRS!!!! Good Luck on the table. PRAYING for the inspection!! It's gonna be a beautiful place.
ReplyDeletewow, i was just thinking that those were my favorites from the batch you posted and then read that you got them! love the leg detail....fab find!!
ReplyDeleteI like the chairs you bought - the base is really minimal. I agree with the tufted indentations on the seat - they've gotta go as the over power the petite bases. Don't ya just love eBay?!
ReplyDelete- Danielle