Friday, March 4, 2011

Fainting Couch

My latest piece I picked up last weekend. I don't even know which room I am going to keep it in, or if I want to paint and/or reupholster it yet. But it is one of those fun pieces that is hard to pass up!

The cat LOVES it. He thinks we bought it just for him. Which is not good when you have a yellow cat and black velvet fabric.



This was NOT a steal at $200, it was way way out of the price range I normally pay for furniture. But it was an early birthday present for myself.

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Posted by The Vintage Farmhouse at 8:23 AM

49 comments:

  1. " SHABBY JUNK"March 4, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Nicki, I have one and paid 500$ for mine. I think you did good. I love it! Ya just don't see these every day. judy

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  2. Amy ChalmersMarch 4, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Holy crap, where do you find these beauties?? I guess if I started looking I might find something, but until then I will be living vicariously through you. Happy birthday indeed!!

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  3. Tammy @ Type AMarch 4, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    happy birthday! i'm so JEALOUS, but in a happy for you way! really. ;)

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  4. Mrs. Cherry HeartMarch 4, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    Well if you don't find room for it I will.
    I love it!
    What a great deal too......
    Awesome birthday present by the way!

    Happy Birthday to you!

    Smiles, Dolly

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  5. The Vintage FarmhouseMarch 4, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    @Amy @MaisonDecor

    Amy, I spend WAY too much time browsing Craigslist!!

    I saw one last year for $300 and we couldn't afford it then, I actually cried over it. Pathetic right?

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  6. The Vintage FarmhouseMarch 4, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    @" SHABBY JUNK"

    Judy do you have pics of yours? I'd love to see it!

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  7. The Vintage FarmhouseMarch 4, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    @Tammy @ Type A

    Thanks Tammy!!

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  8. The Vintage FarmhouseMarch 4, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    @Dolly

    Dolly, if I ever decide to get rid of it I will let you know! Know idea what shipping on something like this would cost though.

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  9. UnknownMarch 4, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    Oh it's gorgeous!!! You would have been kicking yourself if you didn't treat yourself. Enjoy it!
    Roselle

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  10. CrystalMarch 4, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Oh My Gosh....I can't even begin to tell you how great this piece is!!!! I love it....HAPPY B-DAY TO YOU!!!!

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  11. AmyMarch 4, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Love it ! You would have definately regretted if you passed that one up! Amy

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  12. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 4, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    What a gorgeous piece and I think it is a great price!! Love it! :)

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  13. Blue Ridge Altered ArtMarch 4, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Beautiful piece. I saw one in a consignment shop redently that was stripped to it's bare bones and it was $300, so I do not think you overpaid for this beauty. ~~Sherry~~

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  14. The Vintage FarmhouseMarch 4, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    @Blue Ridge Altered Art

    In my heart I know I didn't over pay, but in my mind I am thinking "ouch!" I'm super super frugal and tend not to pay that much for anything. It's officially the most expensive thing I own!

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  15. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    WOW...i'm absolutely speechless!! Its gorgeous:)... I wish i was way more savy and stylish to have something like this in my home! lol

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  16. AllisonMarch 5, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    That is gorgeous! Happy Birthday to you! I would not have been able to pass that up either. I think you got a great price on it. How fun!

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  17. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMarch 5, 2011 at 3:54 AM

    Wow...Happy Birthday to you!! That is just breathtaking! I don't think the price was that bad either!

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  18. LoribethMarch 5, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Gorgeous! Wish I had room for one of those!!!

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  19. Inspired by youMarch 5, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    What a gem!!! I seriously need to rub elbows with you to see if your magic for finding fabulous things would wear off on me!!!!

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  20. LeiMarch 6, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Not a steal but certainly still a decent price. It's lovely!

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  21. nickys nookMarch 6, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    you never let me down i love the couch i think your worth every penny- sit back and enjoy - all your hard work deserves a little reward

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  22. AnonymousMarch 6, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Your fainting couch is lovely!! I have 2 that were given to me! I would never have been able to afford to get one and am so tickled that I have 2 now!

    Love the lines of yours!!

    bee blessed
    mary

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  23. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 7, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    Soooo pretty...love the color!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  24. Pam KesslerMarch 7, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Very pretty. $200 seems like a good price to me. I normally see them in the original wood and horsehair state though. Never seen one all fixed up. Great buy!

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  25. RachelMarch 7, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    What a deal for $200! I actually thought you redid it before I read further, I would leave it in all it's silver and black glory!
    I followed your link from Coastal Charm, stop by and see me at cookscleansplayswithpaper.blogspot.com

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  26. KathyMarch 7, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    This looks fabulous! Definitely a great birthday present to yourself
    Kathy

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  27. Simone @ Doberman's by the SeaMarch 7, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    Marvelous piece!

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  28. Deneen@dreaming-n-colorMarch 8, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    I absolutely love it!!! Let me know when you get tired of it! LOL

    dreaming-n-color.blogspot.com

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  29. Jillian's Bella Rosa AntiquesMarch 8, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Oh my! I just love it... and that is a great price! Thanks so much for linking to SCT... have a wonderful day!

    Jillian
    Bella Rosa Antiques

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  30. Ms.DaisyMarch 8, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    What a beautiful piece for your home! Love the black and siver.

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  31. Kimberlea@SaVvyDeCorMarch 8, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    Wow is that gorgeous! I have just the perfect spot in my home for it too!!!
    savvydecor.blogspot.com

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  32. Fishtail CottageMarch 8, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Awe - what a fun piece of furniture you found. What fun you can have fainting now....lol xoox
    ~Tracie

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  33. Honey at 2805March 8, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    This is just the cutest piece and worth the price you paid!

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  34. ElaineMarch 12, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Just found your blog and this fainting couch is exquisite. I have cats too. The hair will be a challenge on velvet but you just need a good vacuum.

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  35. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 15, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    That is beautiful. My sister and I were just talking about fainting couches the other day. thanks for joining WUW.

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  36. Michelle {Jarrah Jungle}March 15, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    I think its perfect just as it is (aka Bridget Jones style!). Thanks for sharing :)

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  37. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaMarch 15, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    I adore this piece and would have bought it also and ate mac-n-cheese for aweek for it..Hugs and smiles Gloria

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  38. kara@elements-interiors.netMarch 16, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    LOVE THIS! Come on ova' and link up to my Linky Party! xoxokara


    *ENTER LINKY PAR-TAY Here! *

    This makes me want to FAINT!

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  39. Tammy@Beatrice BanksMarch 16, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    That is beautiful! Love the blue velvet!

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  40. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresMarch 16, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    I have been wanting on of those for my CLOSET in purple!!!!
    Love love love it!!!
    I am so jealous!!

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  41. HeidiMarch 16, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Happy LUCKY giRL birthday!!! I have one but its original in dark wood and hot pink velour! ha!

    I love yours!

    come visit
    chickhardware.blogspot.com

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  42. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 17, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    It's wonderful! I have looked for one for my bedroom and at that price...you got a GREAT deal, believe me! And happy birthday!!! ♥

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  43. very merry vintage styleMarch 18, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Sometimes I see things that I normally wouldn't pay that amount for, but this is lovely and I think it's great that you bought it. It's still a deal at $200. New ones begin around $700 and yours is just lovely with all that carving!

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  44. Emily@LovelyBeastsMarch 18, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Super cute and totally worth the money. I like the black fabric but could see it painted. Can't wait to see what you do with it! Nice find!

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  45. Fiber & FireMarch 18, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    $200 is a great price for such a beautiful piece and one that is in such great condition! What a great early birhtday gift. Found you through MMS. :)

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  46. LaceyMarch 19, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    WOW!.. I would have tackled you to buy that piece for only $200!.. hehe... it is absolutly amazing... I have to admit I paid $700 for a swedish couch that needs some serious tlc!.. Great find!

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  47. ScribblerMarch 19, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    For years I have searched for one of these! $200 is not bad at all. So Happy Birthday to you!

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  48. kara@elements-interiors.netMarch 20, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    I am IN LOVE with this Fainting couch! Well done! You just got a new follower:)

    Thank you for linking this up at Whassup Wednesday! I hope to see you again this week :) Great Post!

    xoxokara

    I'd love to have you follow me:)

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  49. KathyMarch 22, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    I love this piece, I have a girlfriend that is always saying that she needs a fainting couch and this is I am sure what she is talking about!

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