Chairs hold private the secrets of the past and they keep secure our dreams for the future.
Kitchens, dining rooms, offices. We share everyday meals, holiday turkeys and special celebrations. We play cards with friends and we blow out birthday candles. We make bold statements and we fall in love! We pop big questions. By day, we sit in a chair and work as the sun streams through the window, and at night, we sit in the same chair and dream as the moon streams through the same window.
Every vintage chair has witnessed a parade of people, emotions and activity: they have witnessed world-changing events. Chairs are where life happens.
Every chair has a story!
Chairs hold private the secrets of the past and they keep secure our dreams for the future.
Kitchens, dining rooms, offices. We share everyday meals, holiday turkeys and special celebrations. We play cards with friends and we blow out birthday candles. We make bold statements and we fall in love! We pop big questions. By day, we sit in a chair and work as the sun streams through the window, and at night, we sit in the same chair and dream as the moon streams through the same window.
Every vintage chair has witnessed a parade of people, emotions and activity: they have witnessed world-changing events. Chairs are where life happens.
Every chair has a story!
Whatever it is that floats your boat, we can decorate a chair that reflects your passions, your prose, your promise.
Are you a gardener, a doodle-er, book worm or a crazy cat lady?
Do you have a bundle of old love letters or a favorite photo of your pup?
Life’s treasures make delightful design elements, and with inspiration and imagination, they can be artfully translated across a chair frame: colonial, classic, mid-century or modern.
We can decorate a chair that reflects YOU: what you believe, who you love, what makes your spirit soar.
If that all seems a bit extreme, we can decorate a chair that looks…
…SIMPLY FABULOUS!
Whatever it is that floats your boat, we can decorate a chair that reflects your passions, your prose, your promise.
Are you a gardener, a doodle-er, book worm or a crazy cat lady?
Do you have a bundle of old love letters or a favorite photo of your pup?
Life’s treasures make delightful design elements, and with inspiration and imagination, they can be artfully translated across a chair frame: colonial, classic, mid-century or modern.
We can decorate a chair that reflects YOU: what you believe, who you love, what makes your spirit soar.
If that all seems a bit extreme, we can decorate a chair that looks…
…SIMPLY FABULOUS!
Of course, there are some chairs that should not be painted!
Luckily, there are a myriad of ways to add a decorative flair and leave the fine wood finish untouched: groovy tassels, fabulous seat cushions, small pillows….
If you think your chair may be a no-paint zone, send some photos and we can talk about it.
Of course, there are some chairs that should not be painted!
Luckily, there are a myriad of ways to add a decorative flair and leave the fine wood finish untouched: groovy tassels, fabulous seat cushions, small pillows….
If you think your chair may be a no-paint zone, send some photos and we can talk about it.
Do You D-I-Y?
I’m Here to Inspire Your Creative Spirit!
I encourage you to pick out a chair, study it, re-design it, do the work, and fall in love with the process.
Imagine how proud you will be showing off your artful chair!
But there are SO MANY QUESTIONS!
Do I have to sand? What primer is best? Chalk paint or acrylic paint?
Can I use a color that POPS or should I go with something more subtle?
I understand how all these questions can stop you cold in your DIY tracks… and I’m here to help!
Let’s Work Together!
Let’s put our heads together and design the ultimate plan for your chair!
Join me for high-energy conversation about your chair, your room, good design, decorative elements, color options, finishes and materials. These calls include “How To’s”, “Victories / Disasters”, “Pats and Kicks” (pats on the back / kicks in the butt).
Problem solving, horizon-expanding ideas: it’s all included!
I’ll give you the support you need to get your project started …and then bring it over the finish line.
Join me LIVE and we can Whip Up the Artistic Foment!
Three ways we can talk about all things CHAIRS.
Private Consultations
Starts with a high-level look at your favorite styles, colors and themes. After exploring all the possibilities, we create a plan that will get you laser-focused so you can boldly move forward with your project. You will have some prep work before the first call: gathering photos, colors, and ideas.
Included are my flow charts: Elements of Design and Laser-Focused Work Plan for Your Storied Chair.
Three calls: 30 minutes, 15 minutes, 15 minutes. Scheduled at your convenience.
Facetime or Zoom. If you are “in the area”, we can meet in my studio!
Community Zoom Call
A higher-level look at your chair project in the company of a community.
Experience the power of accountability to get your project started and over the finish line. Also a great way to dip your toes and learn what we are all about!
First Wednesdays 7:00pm. Eastern
Second Saturdays: 10:00am. Eastern
Third Mondays: 11:00am. Eastern
Fourth Sundays: 4:00pm. Eastern
In-Person Workshops
There is nothing like being in a room with like-minded chair lovers! The day starts with an already-prepared chair, and the fuzzy idea of A PLAN. All materials are supplied, except any custom elements. (ie: special fabrics or love letters) A planning conversation takes place before the event, so we can make the most of our time together.
Come by yourself and meet new creative people, or bring your friends or co-workers!
If you have a favorite venue for artful workshops, I’d love to know about it!
Workshops can be held in my studio or at a location and time of your choosing.