"B" is for Betsy

Side chair makeover, Betsy Ross inspired.

I started with these chairs from my Freecycle friend Denise:

And after a little paint and inspiration I now have these:

I used the 13 stars idea from this picture:

image via flicker

That's the American flag done by Betsy Ross (although there is quite a bit of controversy in that statement).

Makes for a great design.

Here's how I did it:
1. Sand off old poly finish:

2. Primed with spray primer:

3. Paint with two coats off white.

4. Using a plastic container lid for the circle shape, tape stars around edge evenly spaced and position on seat:

5. Tape stars to chair gently prying off plastic lid:

6. Trace stars with ballpoint pen to create slight indent in seat.

7. Paint inside the indent.

8. All stars painted:

9. Sand to distress, stain with Minwax dark walnut, seal with satin poly.

A little paint goes a long way to give these chairs a little character.

Thanks Betsy.

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