Here it is, my next big save from the thrift store. I’ve been looking for some time for some sort of seat that was narrow enough to pass by, comfy enough to sit and put on your shoes, easy to look at and most important, as usual, CHEAP. This one came with a delightful little bonus – storage!! There are far too many shoes in this house, and honestly they aren’t even mine. Honestly….
Here’s the before:
Here’s the bonus:
A cool $15.00 and she was mine.
Since it is made of vinyl and I did NOT want it to stay brown, I pulled out all the stops and purchased Rustoleum spray paint for plastic in flat white from the Home Depot (4 coats – 2 cans – a darker colour would take less). I considered painting the trim charcoal or even painting a monogram or graphic stencil on top, but I wasn’t really feeling it, and decided to leave it simple. I can always add to it or paint it out again if it seems to take a beating.
And SHABANG! If you recall (and even if you don’t), I posted the Before and After of our front door going from black to Sapling yellow. And here you can see I’ve used some of the leftover paint as my little surprise inside. It’s high gloss, so should repel scuff marks made by the shoes.
Those shoes will be placed in nicely like this:
Oh who am I trying to kid. They will totally end up like this:
But no worries, I’ll just do this:
Oh and disclaimer, the rug you see is actually a runner folded in half that is usually in my hallway. I have yet to find the entry rug of my dreams. Remember I told you magazines do this all the time for staging, they just don’t tell you. They will move things around and even bring things to the shoot. Shhh it’s a secret. Just keeping it real, people!
love this! I want one! I’m always looking for easy extra seating. Shopping my thrift stores now.
Honesty I’ve been looking for a long time, I would find some that would almost be perfect but not quite. I like that it’s on wheels and I can roll it into the living room for extra seating if needed. Don’t give up!!
Wow! What a transformation. I had no idea you could paint vinyl! Very nice. And I looooooove that mirror.
I think in this application it’s ok. I’ll let you know if it starts to flake or scratches off, but I don’t expect it will, it has worked great on my plastic outdoor furniture. And hey, for $15.00, it’s a good experiment if nothing else, lol!
Oh, that yellow! I am a serious fan of yellow, because yellow is a happy color. And the interior of your shoe seat is the *perfect* place for it—such a fun little surprise when you open the lid!
Yay! I know, it’s my favourite too. It’ll distract me from the mess, haha.
This turned out awesome! I love that you used spray paint instead of ripping it apart.
Loving the yellow surprise inside as well :0)
Smiles!
That’s funny because I never even considered ripping it apart since I don’t have your talents!! I went directly to my comfort zone and did not pass go! Maybe that’s why my blog is not called found this upholstered that, lol
You’re so funny!! Maybe I should make a spin off blog with that name :0) Ha! Have a great day!
Terrific makeover! I’ve never considered painting vinyl, but I sure will keep it in mind now!
Oh I have no filter when it comes to painting something, lol! It’s all fair game and if I keep things low cost I don’t lose too much if it fails
Love this! I am looking for a place for our jumble of shoes. This looks so comfy and like it hides a lot. The yellow is really fun, too. Maybe it will make people actually put their shoes away!
Ha I can dream! There’s a closet directly across from it but they don’t seem to make it in there much, lol.
I love it! So great and cute AND practical. Maybe one day you can share with me your thrift stores:) – I like thrifting too but tend to stick with Value Village only.
Fine I can share but I get first dibs!
I’ve never thought to paint vinyl. You’ve opened a whole new world for me!
Let me test it for you, lol, but I can’t see why it won’t last. I’ve got some vinyl barstools I’m needing to refresh…I’ll probably give it another go.
great color choice
You can’t go wrong with them. Classic!
Love Love Love It!!!
Yay!
Painting vinyl?! Who knew? You did! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the credit but I didn’t REALLY know, I gambled. Shocker!
I’m with you on that. I had no idea painting vinyl was possible. The finished product looks great and now I want one.
Ok when do I break it to everyone that it was a fluke? In my little brain it made sense that spray paint you use for plastic furniture would work on vinyl, and it did! I’ll be testing it out on other projects, so here’s hoping it comes through for me again!
It looks great!!
I have to say it was an easy fix and I do love an easy fix. I should write a book called the lazy DIYer but I’m too lazy, lol
Nice! I love your mirror and rug/runner as well. Great combo!
I love that mirror too! It was perfect timing when I did the shim wall to find it. Haven’t seen anything like it since!
I love it! Your entryway is gorgeous – the mirror, the rug, the wood wall… swoon! By the way – Rustoleum does make a specialty spray for vinyl that you can buy in black or white. It’s what we used on my desk chair and it’s held up wonderfully!
Yeah not in Canada! I’m trying to not be bitter…thanks for the thumbs up!
It’s beautiful. I’m totally crushing on that wall, though! Did you do that? I wrote about a little chair today, too. Like minds. 🙂
PS, love Wayfair.com for their rugs. 🙂
Ooooh I’ll check it out. Yes if you look under my post Shim-shimeny you’ll see my step by step. Super easy. Seriously. Thanks for appreciating it!
Your home looks beautiful with all your found and decorated bits and pieces. What talent!
Well you just made my day! Thank you. I’m considering posting a home tour. Does that interest you? It seems a little cocky and I keep changing my mind!
Home tour please please please!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh my gosh I’m starting to hyperventilate! I’d have to clean, re-consider decorating choices, re-consider them again, freak out…but …maybe I’ll consider since you sound so excited…..oh the pressure, lol!
Great job!
Thanks so much!
Your house is ADORABLE. Oh my goodness…so much lovely texture and patterns and life!! That shoe box is a fantastic idea! Love the yellow interior!
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Thank you! I appreciate the kind words. When you decorate your home you always hope it feels / looks inviting.
Well, I think you hit the nail on the head!
Wow! I’m so jealous. Great find and fabulous transformation. I like Flat White for everything! Literally EVERYTHING! When I first saw the pic I thought it was taken in one of those boutique stores. Love the mirror! House Tour Please!!
I’m thinking about it and I change my answer daily, lol!
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Love what you are doing! I am a lover of refurbishing or using things in ways that are not the traditional use. Looking forward to reading more and being inspired. 🙂
This looks fantastic, and I love the idea of giving new life to an old object. I’m just starting to develop my DIY mojo and will need to get some confidence up before I try anything too extensive, but you’ve inspired me!
Yay! I love that I inspired you – try it- I’m here if you need help (or encouragement!)
What a terrific idea for shoe storage…and such a bargain on top of it all.
I do adore a bargain! Thanks for the great comment!
Love what you did her! Great idea!
Thanks! I think those shoes are multiplying as I sleep – the box is full and there are still shoes all over – I don’t get it! But thanks for following!
This is perfect! I have been looking for a bench/shoe storage option for our entry way. Pretty nifty idea 🙂
Awesome idea! I didn’t know they had a spray paint that would work on vinyl!
It’s actually for plastic outdoor furniture but I figured vinyl is LIKE plastic…and certainly never gave it a second thought. Happily, It’s holding up great!
OMG! So glad you did this one :))
…and I hear ya about how it will “really” look on the inside once the shoe fairies get there…LOL!!!
I’m gonna be yard sale hopping this weekend. I’ll keep you posted.
Dr. D
Yeah I wasn’t lying. It’s only gotten worse and even spilled over. I think they are mating in there!
LOL LOL LOL :)))
I love this idea. Well done.
Thanks! It was so easy – the hard part was finding the ottoman – I’d been looking for a long time and got lucky. Right place right time!
And thanks for following
Fabulous little makeover:) and what a steal at $15!!!
I also want to comment on that wood wall behind it! It’s gorgeous!!
Thanks for popping by and the great comment! I still love my wall, I show how I did it on my post Shim Shimeny if you want to see
Wow! I’m a real newbie compared to you! I think I’m going to follow your blog, to learn from a master! 😉
Ha ha I’m hardly a master, but I’m really glad you’re following. You can watch my mistakes, lol!