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Swedish Bench

By Anita 21 Comments

This is a new bench I purchased when we had the house built at Cedar Hill. But it didn’t look exactly like this when I bought it.
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I actually got the bench for a song (about $450 when it should have sold for about $2000).  I got a great deal on it, because I believe it was missing some cushions for the back.  It had one back cushion and two side cushions.  Amazingly, I moved the side cushions around to the back, and viola!!  It looked great to me.  If you look closely in some of the photos, you might be able to tell that the back cushions are not all the same size. Also, the cushions came in a muslin fabric and needed to be covered.
I bought sage green fabric so it would coordinate with the sofa and chairs.  This is another before picture from the back.
For the seat, I used a staple gun to staple the fabric on the underside.
For the back cushions, I made new covers.  There is piping on the front and back, so they are reversible.

The bench has some lovely hand-carved detail, and distressing to make it look antique.

This really is a lovely bench and I enjoy it so much.

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Comments

  1. Evie says

    November 25, 2011 at 15:07

    Wow, it really is beautiful! But then, I’m Swedish, so naturally I’m going to be fond of it! 🙂 I inherited our family Swedish wooden sofa, and I looove it, but it’s definitely not as pretty as yours!

    Have a great weekend!

    evie @ brown paper packages

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  2. Tracey says

    November 25, 2011 at 15:17

    I think it looks fantastic, and what a bargain!

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  3. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says

    November 25, 2011 at 16:01

    What a beautiful bench with all its details. I love Swedish design. You did a great job with its makeover. It looks really pretty in your room.

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  4. THE FARMHOUSE PORCH says

    November 25, 2011 at 16:13

    Wow, what a steal! I have a thing for benches…and this one is gorgeous! Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving…

    ♥Linsey

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  5. Parisian Bijoux says

    November 25, 2011 at 16:49

    That is so beautiful! I will have to look for something similar now! Love your blog.

    I am having a jewelry giveaway ! Feel free to join the giveaway = )

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  6. life just saying says

    November 25, 2011 at 21:11

    What a pretty bench. Love the distressed look. When I click on the link and your blog appears, the pictures at the top are so peaceful and inviting. I always enjoy visiting your blog!

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  7. Pattie says

    November 25, 2011 at 22:13

    I in love… this is amazing…

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  8. Tracey says

    November 26, 2011 at 01:22

    I love this bench.. I love the detail and the patina of it.. what a great find.. loving this!

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  9. Betsy@ coastal-colors says

    November 26, 2011 at 04:43

    I love this bench! The detail is wonderful! What a fabulous piece!

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  10. rkbsnana says

    November 26, 2011 at 05:58

    What a sweet find. It fits your place so well

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  11. Comeca Jones says

    November 26, 2011 at 13:57

    I love it!

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  12. Simply Stacie says

    November 26, 2011 at 18:10

    Your blog feature is up today! http://www.simplystacie.net/2011/11/saturday-featured-blog-cedar-hill-ranch/

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  13. Trudy Callan says

    November 27, 2011 at 00:35

    I loved the distressed look of this bench. You did a great job on the cushions.

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  14. Penny @ The Comforts of Home/Flea Market Makeovers says

    November 27, 2011 at 00:36

    My husband is Swedish and I am part French, so I love decorating with both styles. They go so well together. Love, love, love your bench!

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  15. Shannon@Cozy Home Scenes says

    November 27, 2011 at 02:43

    Anita, the bench is lovely and looks right at home with your other pieces in the room. Don’t you just love it when you find something you really want and it is found at a bargain price? I do!——Shannon

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  16. PⒿ @ $ € € ₦$ ₣®0₥... says

    November 27, 2011 at 11:24

    The carved detail is exquisite! What a find!!!

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  17. time worn interiors says

    November 27, 2011 at 15:40

    Great bench! Love it!
    tot

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  18. Linda says

    November 28, 2011 at 01:40

    Your bench is really lovely, Anita! I love the finish and the cushions, too!

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  19. Sarah says

    November 28, 2011 at 03:31

    What a great find. I like the changes you made, but most of all I like the long, lean look. It’s perfect for holding lots of fun pillows. 😉

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  20. Terrie says

    November 28, 2011 at 03:43

    Wow, this is the bench I’m looking for. I’ve a little studio. I just want to have a bench like this, can have a rest for a break or lay down when I’m a bit tired. Wish I could find one or make it here !

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  21. Honey at 2805 says

    November 29, 2011 at 15:09

    Your bench is beautiful! Such gorgeous details! You did a lovely job on the upholstery and cushions!

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