"Craigslist Sofa Makeover Reveal"

Got to Love Reupholstery

 

If you've been reading this blog for any length of time, you know that I've been itching for a new sofa for almost a year.  

 

It all started when I was Crushing on Tufting last May and then I stumbled upon this Red, Red Rug at a garage sale that was just too great of a deal to pass on.  So after getting a slipcover and making a few other Living Room Updates.  I decided it was time to bite the bullet and start the search for a new sofa.  The problem was, there was far Too Much Inspiration out there, so much so that it was difficult to make a decision.  After a month of deliberation, I was able to not only find a great sofa on Craigslist, but I also found the perfect fabric to recover it in.  I told you about it in the And the Winner Is blog post.

So, here it is nearly a month later and I've got a great reveal for you guys.  Just to refresh your memory, I selected this sofa on Craigslist for $80. 

via Craigslist

I know, some of you were probably wondering, "What is she thinking?"  But I'm a woman of my word, and I told you it would be GREAT!

I immediately contacted my friend Mark of Baity's Custom Upholstery (you should "like" his Facebook page).  Actually, I sent him to pick it up.  Yes, I bought it sight unseen.  You see, I believe that when you hire professionals, you should trust them to get the job done.  I figure who knows better what a "good" sofa is than the man who I'm going to pay to recover one.  He gave it two thumbs up and the rest is history. 

What I love about his process is that he's great about posting the progression of your piece.  It's so cool to see it come together.  Take a look at how it all unfolded.

 

Seriously, the man is good at what he does. I cannot tell you how much I absolutely love this sofa.  And, is it just me or does it not look a lot like this "markdown" Restoration Hardware version that's on sale for $3,280? 
  


Restoration Hardware

This is proof positive that you can indeed achieve the look for a lot less.

 

Nothing like when a plan comes together.  So now for the view of it in its new home.....











So many things I love about this new look.  For starters, I love the texture of the fabric.

 

And Mark's craftsmanship is truly impeccable....  

 

 



I also find it amazing that visually this sofa takes up less space and seems to create a more open entry.  Really highlights the fact that I've got to get to painting the inside of my front door.

 

 

Anyway, I'm so pleased with the result.  I love it!!

 

 

 

So what do you think?