Friday, April 17, 2009

An Ugly Duckling

Every once in awhile I find something good at Goodwill. This was my latest find, only $10 but it was seniors day so I got it for $7.50. It's a good size, 32" x 45" and nice and sturdy. I can picture it as a coffee table piled with books, or holding a big tray filled with goodies for tea, or wine and cheese, or as a footstool or even extra seating in our living room. I have some left over fabric to use and I'm thinking of painting the legs in Mackenzie Childs style. Stay tuned.... Have you got an ugly duckling at your house just waiting to be transformed into a swan?

Rhondi xo


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24 comments:

  1. Lisa~A Cottage To MeApril 17, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    I never find cool stuff like that at our goodwill! I can't wait to see what you'll do with it! Have fun!

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  2. Lois ChristensenApril 17, 2009 at 8:59 AM

    I can't wait to see what you turn this into!! I'm sure it will be a masterpiece!!! Let us know when you're done!

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  3. GoneApril 17, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    Can't wait to see it!!! It will be beautiful, I'm sure.

    I am in the midst of turning a few ugly ducklings into swans!!! I'm sooooooooooo busy!!!

    ;-)

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  4. PondsideApril 17, 2009 at 10:28 AM

    Wow - our Goodwill never has anything like that.....at least not on the days when I visit.
    I look forward to seeing the finished project - love the idea for the legs.

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  5. AprilApril 17, 2009 at 10:45 AM

    Another great find, Rhondi! Way to go! :)

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  6. LisaApril 17, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    I think you've got a winner on your hands! Can't wait to see the finished product!

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  7. LisaApril 17, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    LOVE IT. I'M SURE IT WILL BE BEAUTIFUL WHEN YOUR DONE WITH IT.

    HUGS FROM FLORIDA

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  8. AdrienneApril 17, 2009 at 11:52 AM

    Hi Rhondi -
    Yes, I love to find the 'ugly ducklings' when I'm out and about. But I do get tired of some family members asking 'what are you going to do with THAT?' or 'are you sure?' Can't wait to see what you come up with.
    ~Adrienne~

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  9. Crystal Rose CottageApril 17, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    Isn't it exciting when you find something at Goodwill? I will stay tuned to see what you do with it!
    ~Patti

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  10. AngieApril 17, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    Hi Rhondi - first of all I am SO sorry your name didn't get deleted from my fwd list. I thought I had dne it and I didn't. Sorry.

    I wish we had goodwill stores over here. What is it, something like a charity shop, where proceeds go to a worthy cause? I'm not very handy at transforming things. I always know how I want them to look butsomehow they just..... don't! My sis is good at those things though so I leave it to her.

    love, Angie, xx

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  11. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsApril 17, 2009 at 3:45 PM

    That is going to turn out amazing! Can't wait to see it..
    Hugs,
    Penny

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  12. marcyApril 17, 2009 at 4:43 PM

    Lucky you! I love those treasures I've found at Goodwill but I can't top your bench. Be sure to post your completed project.
    Yes, I do have some ugly ducklings at my house. I really need to learn to sew slipcovers to make them into swans.
    Marcy

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  13. LalleeApril 17, 2009 at 5:45 PM

    Hi Rhondi. I had fun catching up on missed posts. I love your new tea cups, your pansy bouquets, and spring garden. I'll look forward to this transformation. We visit NC next week to see our son. I'm hoping the blooms might still be on the dogwoods!

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  14. Wendy LoveApril 17, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Yes! Me! Ha, ha....
    your sister xoxoxox

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  15. Made In The SouthApril 17, 2009 at 10:04 PM

    WoW what a bargain. I found a little chair for 3.oo. but it still sits in the carport unfinished. Have a great weekend..MISSY

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  16. AnonymousApril 17, 2009 at 10:54 PM

    What a lovely find, Rhondi. I can't wait to see it being transformed. I am sure it will be beautiful!

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  17. Marie RaynerApril 18, 2009 at 3:01 AM

    What a beautiful find Rhondi! I can't wait to see how you fix it up. I am sure it will be just lovely! I never get that lucky to find a treasure like this!

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  18. Linda's Blue GateApril 18, 2009 at 3:18 AM

    What a different shape and size it is..... Oh yes .... those legs are screaming for a Mackenzie make over..... cant wait to see it..
    HUgs
    Linda

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  19. ElizabethdApril 18, 2009 at 5:14 AM

    I can imagine you will turn it into a swan!

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  20. Kathleen GraceApril 18, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    I can see this redone and it will be wonderful! I always seem to see things as they could be rather than as they are:>) I just got some really ugly chairs to replace my dining room chairs for $2 each at a church sale. I'm in the process of painting and recovering them then I'll show everyone.

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  21. NancyApril 18, 2009 at 5:44 PM

    I don't think it is an ugly duckling at all but I bet it will be great when you finish with it. What a deal you got on it too.
    Nancy

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  22. princessApril 18, 2009 at 7:22 PM

    Oh, I have about 20!!!

    PPPP

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  23. BeverlyApril 19, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    I can't wait to see the finished creation. This is a great piece.

    I've missed visiting, but I have been so busy with my mother. Hopefully, she is on the upswing.

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  24. Manuela@A Cultivated NestApril 19, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    What a fabulous find at Goodwill! I'm glad someone else besides me is lucky at the thriftstore!

    Manuela

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Hi
Thanks so very much for taking the time to leave a comment. I always read every one. I am glad you stopped by for a visit. Hope you'll come again!
Rhondi

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