Sunday, May 3, 2020

Something old is new again?

I haven't done a something old is new again post for a long time.  Our neighbors gave us first chance on this free willow furniture.  It is pretty banged up.  The set includes a rocking chair, a huge bench, and two chairs.  We brought it home somewhat skeptical about if it was worth the effort.  We decided that somebody put a lot of work into making them and they were actually worth quite a bit. Nothing is ever free.  We decided to power wash them and then I sanded the rocking chair and bench with steel wool.  When I'm finished, we will replace the broken pieces and give them a coat or two of linseed oil.
 We don't know anything about making willow furniture, but one is never too old to learn.  It should make for an interesting summer project.
We have enjoyed some beautiful days.  It isn't super warm, but the snow is melting.  I saw our resident fox yesterday.  I was quite happy, as I hadn't seen any tracks all winter.  Do you have any big summer projects?  Have you ever redone any willow furniture?  Tips an hints are appreciated.

8 comments:

  1. It’s hard to plan projects at the moment as buying the things that you need is tricky.

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  2. I think you did a great job!

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  3. I've never dealt with willow furniture, but it will be perfect for your cabin setting! :-)

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  4. Well I will be watching. My willow loveseat is in great need of fixing and I have stared at it wondering the same thing. I will enjoy watching you fix those chairs. They are lovely like that though. Have fun.

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  5. Hi Bonnie! I love your new willow furniture! Way to go, taking it and restoring it!

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  6. I have always admired willow furniture. There is definitely a lot of work involved in making it. I think you will enjoy these lovely pieces.

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  7. That is beautiful furniture. Glad you decided to keep it.
    Big summer project? Moving to NH! Can't get much bigger that that.

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  8. i think the furniture has a bright future, i don't have any tips that i can share to help with refinishing it!! my big project for summer is floating in my pool!!

    we are expecting snow tonight, just a little, but it is funny that it did not snow here all winter!!

    have a great weekend!!

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