Jaime Costiglio

build - paint - sew

“B” is for Betsy

Side chair makeover, Betsy Ross inspired.

I started with these chairs from my Freecycle friend Denise:

And after a little paint and inspiration I now have these:

I used the 13 stars idea from this picture:

image via flicker

That’s the American flag done by Betsy Ross (although there is quite a bit of controversy in that statement).
Makes for a great design.

Here’s how I did it:
1. Sand off old poly finish:

2. Primed with spray primer:

3. Paint with two coats off white.

4. Using a plastic container lid for the circle shape, tape stars around edge evenly spaced and position on seat:

5. Tape stars to chair gently prying off plastic lid:

6. Trace stars with ballpoint pen to create slight indent in seat.

7. Paint inside the indent.

8. All stars painted:
9. Sand to distress, stain with Minwax dark walnut, seal with satin poly.
A little paint goes a long way to give these chairs a little character.
Thanks Betsy.

 I’m linking up to:
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  1. Maria says

    Oh wow, these are just beautiful. I love the Betsy Ross flag and I love when it is used for other decorations.

    Maria @ Linen & Verbena

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  9. liZ evans says

    These are really great. I have 6 of the same chairs around our kitchen table that so need a makeover…and putting a stencil on the seat is so cute.
    THanks for sharing.
    liZ
    (simplesimonandco)

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  13. Suzanne@Meridian Road says

    You were right! I do love them!
    I love how you took some sort of ho hum chairs and turned them into something so cool! I think we're going to see circles of stars popping up everywhere now. 🙂

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  18. Carissa says

    What great chairs! I love the patriotic country look. I love when freecycle finds turn out to be awesomely crafted up home improvements!

    I found you through the DIY Showoff link party and am your newest follower. Come check me out, too, if you're interested @ Carissa's Creativity Space

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  23. Jann Olson says

    These chairs are Super Stars! I love Americana, so they were sure to be a hit. Love the circle. Interesting how you did it. I would've stenciled the stars. Love them!

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  33. Rach H says

    LOVE your chairs. So awesome!!! Found you on Remodelholic.

    I would love for you to link it up at my weekend Link Party, Once Upon a Weekend. Today is my first-ever party, and I am so hoping someone will participate! 🙂

    Here's the link if you're interested:
    http://www.familyeverafter.blogspot.com

    Also, if you have a list of favorite link parties, I'd love to be included on Fridays. Thanks a ton!

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