8/16/12

Gotta Love Road Side Finds ~ Wicker Love Seat

I have been kicking around the idea of slowly talking Mr. Rosemary Lane into possibly purchasing outdoor seating for our back patio. I thought I may have a good chance since it is the end of the season and most places that sell outdoor furniture are pretty much slashing their prices to move the summer merchandise out of their stores. But as luck would have it I found this wicker love seat sitting on the side of the road. Boy talk about being in the right place at the right time. Check out my road side find.




Yep...that's the God's honest truth. My sister, myself and the kids were on our way to Chuck E. Cheese last Saturday and there it was as we drove down the road. I turned around and went back to pass it a second time, then we stopped and Kim jumped out to ask the couple relaxing on their side porch if the love seat was up for the taking. They replied "yes" and moments later the love seat was in the back of my minivan and the kids were strapped to the roof! (Just kidding about the kids.)


The piece was in perfect condition, no holes or huge breaks in the wicker. So I cleaned it up and sprayed on a fresh coat of white paint.


 Luckily I was able to find a seat cushion on sale at TJMaxx for only $15. The two pillows are from Khol's, they sold for $7 each. The whole ensemble cost me less than $30!


Now I have a great new addition to my back patio. And I was so excited about my find that I took the $5 yard sale wicker rocker from the front porch and painted it white so it can be used to round out my seating arrangement. Oh and the tray on the coffee table is one I made a few weeks ago...click here to see  how I did it!



I think Mr. Rosemary Lane lucked out with not having to spend any money on outdoor furnishings, so hmmm...what can I think about buying now!


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23 comments:

  1. Barbara,
    What a great "free" find. I never run across those. Believe it or not, I just purchased a wicker loveseat off Craig's list just about exactly like the one you got. Was thrilled to buy a cushion that fits it perfectly.

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  2. Fabulous roadside finds! You have given them new life with the gorgeous color you used!

    Thank you for sharing your charming project at Potpourri Friday at 2805!

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  3. Wow! I am so jealous. I've been trying to find a super deal on patio furniture all summer. To think you found this on the side of the road is amazing! It looks great with the other things you chose.

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  4. What a great find! It was meant to be! You dressed it up nicely.

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  5. That's amazing. I love white wicker. It says summer like nothing else and pretty colors always "pop" off of it.

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  6. That's amazing. I love the cushions!

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  7. Came over from Nifty Thrifty. You must be the luckiest person - I bet tem minutes later someone else would have owned that beauty. You created a beautiful space with your wicker finds!

    Distressed Donna Down Home

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  8. Wow weren't you a lucky little lady! What a nice wicker bench, Love the color of the cushions you choose! I so would of picked this up myself in a second. Very pretty setting you created!

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  9. Girl,
    You rock! Free is the best! And the cushions you added are so bright and cheery! I just love it. If you hadn't told me I would have thought you spent a small fortune on both the loveseat and "matching" rocker!
    dee dee

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  10. Simply unreal! You found a wicker loveseat for free then scored a cushion and pillows for that price? I need to follow you around, you are just lucky! lol. Hope you'll share your lucky finds at Gettin' Krafty With It tomorrow!
    http://kraftykat76.blogspot.com/search/label/Gettin%27%20Krafty%20With%20It

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  11. Barbara, What an amazing find! You must feel like you have a whole new porch. It looks so pretty!
    I'm happy to be a new follower, Mary Alice

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  12. What an amazing find! I always dream I'll run into something like this, but it hasn't happened yet. I'm excited for you. Love the tray, too!

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  13. I love roadside finds! Although, I don't think I have ever found anything this good!!

    I would love it if you would link up Martha Mondays, open now through Wednesday night!

    http://www.watchoutmartha.net/2012/08/marthday-mondays-link-up-party-features.html

    Amanda
    www.watchoutmartha.net

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  14. Great find! And you have made them look beautiful! I found the SAME 5 years ago when living in an apartment! Just sitting in front of the dumpster! It was pratically brand new! I have since purchased a home (3 years ago) and this wicker couch is still with me albeit now painted black!!! Enjoy!

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  15. What a glorious patio you have, Barbara--and what a great story about how you got your wicker love seat! I love the bright greens and blues in the seat cushions and pillows--perfect!

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  16. Wow! What a great curbside find! it looks beautiful. Your whole porches is so pretty and inviting! Thank you for sharing this with us at TTF. Have a fun day!

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  17. It's amazing what new cushions can do! Love your free find!!

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  18. That's amazing. To find used wicker at a consignment or thrift store is one thing...or perhaps a garage sale at a great price. But you really lucked out! :) It's lovely

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  19. Wow, what a lucky find! Your patio looks so inviting and cheerful now with those wicker pieces and the cute cushions.

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  20. I don't know how many times I have featured you but you just have great ideas and great posts and this was another one. I know the readers will enjoy seeing it if they haven't already. Thanks so much for linking up.
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  21. Barbara, what a lucky find!! This is wonderful; and all of the cushions coordinate so beautifully! Yep, your hubby should be thrilled!!!!

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  22. Still think you scored big, and love the cushions! Thanks for sharing your creative inspiration with Sunday’s Best – you helped make the party a success!

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