A Complete Set

In one of my earlier posts, I described the dramatic tale of how I acquired two of my dream Rachel Ashwell dining chairs via Craigslist. Turns out the person who bought the other chairs from the salon was an antique store owner. She bought them to resell, so I got her number and we worked out a deal.






















She was kind enough to allow me to buy them on a layaway plan. In addition, she bought an upholstered bench from the salon which she also resold to me. When I saw it, I knew it would be just the touch to complete the set.
















It's lovely on its own, isn't it?






















But even lovelier sitting amoungst friends.
Posted by Rie on Friday, April 16, 2010
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49 comments:

  1. Looks great !!! I especially love the bench!!!!

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  2. Luck was with you that day. I love, love the chairs and the bench! The ballet slipper ties are adorable.

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  3. oh lucky you! I love this look and I adore how you hung your bamboo shades a bit lower than normal..

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  4. You lucky girl. It's beautiful. Enjoy. And enjoy your weekend.

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  5. Oh my...simply stunning! I think it was meant to be!

    Enjoy!
    Cathy

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  7. oh my heavens ~ mouth hanging open here! love it!!!!!!!! it looks fabulous!

    xo,
    Shellagh

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  8. Oh Rie, it is absolutely perfect in your house. And those Shabby chairs are gorgeous. How it pays to be persistent like you were. The whole room is lovely.

    Chania

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  9. Those ARE special chairs and I love little settees like the one you are using with it. You must have been THRILLED when she pulled it out to show you! Thanks for the peak into your very special space. xx P&H

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  10. Oh Rie.......i love it !! so beautiful !! especially that bench !!!

    Enjoy !! the weekend hugs from me........

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  12. That settee I would dream to have...especially being a Rachel Ashwell.

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  13. yay!!! i am so happy you have completed your set of chairs!!!! and the settee is perfect. have a great weekend! :)

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  14. It's all so beautiful! Lucky girl!

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  15. Hi Rie, i love so mutch the little settee!!!!
    Have a good weekend, Annamaria

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  16. OK...so I would not only buy your house....but I would put all your lovely furniture in the offer. You truly KNOW how to complete a home to perfection.

    Cheers~
    e

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  17. That is just perfect in your home. Love it!

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  18. How lovely! sigh. I wanted those chairs. I will just live vicariously through you. Okay?:)

    The setee is a perfect companion! Such a pretty home for your pretty chairs! :-)

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  19. good they all got back together again!

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  20. oooooooooooooooh just the perfect match!!!!! It look so ladylike, beautifull!!!!
    What a joy!!

    Have a nice weekend!

    Lynda

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  21. Yes ma'am that is a lovely bench. What a nice set. So sweet of the lady to let you buy it on a layaway plan.

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  22. I just love your determination you've had with this. And look how LOVELY it all turned out! I'm so happy for you because it looks gorgeous and the bench is FABULOUS!!!!! It looks like a setting straight out of a magazine. I'm rather envious of it ..... :)
    Sarah

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  24. I love those chairs and the bench is fab...the chairs are so airy, visually!
    See...in your heart of hearts you knew those chairs were meant to be yours...

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  26. Wow...great find! The chairs look gorgeous and I totally love that bench! Happy Weekend!
    Beth

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  27. It's absolutely gorgeous. I love it.

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  28. Gorgeous.. Love it! I stumbled upon your blog not too long ago and felt an instant connection. I love your home and style and I too have a little girl that is visually impaired.

    I love your slip covers on your dining chairs and was wondering if you made them or purchased them? I'd love some for my chairs!

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  29. It's so nice to see the chair re-united and the bench looks lovely with them too.

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  30. Love the chairs and the bench!!! All soooo perfect:)

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  31. Oh, I love your bench and chairs. What a lovely room they sit in. Just beautiful.

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  32. That bench is amazing! How lovely. Your home looks like something from a magazine. Well done!

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  33. I'm so happy for you! Your room looks beautiful and I love the addition of the bench!

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  35. this set is yummy! you are so lucky!

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  36. It was just meant to be Rie. It looks perfect in that spot. You must be thrilled.
    Angex

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  37. Oh you lucky lady Rie!! They all look so perfect together:) I still love that story about your chairs:) Hope you have had a wonderful week ~ Tina x

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  38. You have the best luck dont you?! They are great...and sooooo beautiful. You must have done a little happy dance when you brought them inside =0)
    Ness xx

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  39. Oooh, so fantastic I can't stand it! I love that you got the bench too! Oh, how I love Craigslist!

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  40. wow!! what a beautiful table... AND JUST LOVE the bench...hugs~

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  42. Rie, they were meant to be yours! Great job getting the set, I love those chairs and the settee is the icing on the cake! I searched CL for the longest time for one. Its in my garage waiting to be reupholstered.
    Londen

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  43. The SET looks sooo nice! And so does the setee. I had forgotten how much I liked these chairs until I read your post today! Do you know the name of the chairs? I would love to look for some in my area.

    Christi

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  44. I love the look of this whole room. The size of that settee is perfect. And your table is so nice and roomy. Beautiful!

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  45. It's beautiful! It is very elegant and sophisticated.

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  46. Hello Rie,
    I love those chairs. You are so lucky to have gotten an entire set. I also love the bench. I think that is a great investment. Great job.
    Take Care,
    Maria
    Hope you are having a lovely week

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  47. Hi There!
    Just found you blog and love it!!
    I have been in search for a light fixture like the one here....did you install this one?
    Thanks!;)
    Ashley

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  48. Your entire home is beyond gorgeous! I LOVE everything about your kitchen, especially the table. The bench and chairs truly are amazing!

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  49. Love your chairs and settee. Do you mind if I ask where you found your table? I've been searching high and low for something similar!

    Amy

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