I’m an “up north” girl, so I enjoy the charm of using natural materials in design.  It’s no wonder, then, that I was immediately drawn to this rustic-yet-modern lounge chair by Intructables user HomeMade Modern.  I love how it marries sleek, modern lines with the raw...

The web is full of great chair makeovers, but few techniques are simpler than hitting the fabric with some spray paint.  Did you know that fabric spray paint really exists?  The center cushions of this chair were taken from stuffy ivory to bold turquoise with the stuff.  Click through the...

I love this chair!  This is a fantastic way to liven up old or boring children’s furniture.  You can download the templates to recreate the cute chimp from Parents.com or use the same technique to create lions, fairies, or robots.  Ooh.  Now I need a robot chair. Monkey Chair...

Created from straightforward industrial materials, the P.3 armchair is a cool representation of how necessity breeds innovation.  The sleek, modern look of the piece isn’t over-designed, but still looks designer.  While you might not be up for a chrome and rubber lounger in your...

Many home decor items can be freshened up with a simple coat of paint: bookshelves, baskets, even hardwood floors.  But upholstered furniture is a bit trickier.  It is possible to paint upholstered fabric, but it requires patience and a plan.  This post from Hyphen Interiors outlines the...