7.05.2005

I'm Too Macho for Myself

I feel like such a badass! I *finally* got to work reupholstering this armchair I bought... a year ago? Two? I think it was shortly after the big X hit the Fitch house, which was a year ago now. Anywho.. I borrowed a handy do-it-yourself book that is almost foolproof (hence, perfect) when I was in MQT. On Saturday, I got to work on the last bits of stripping before really working on the rebuilding.

It has been FUN! I bought some spiffy tools for half of what they were marked for (which means I paid close to actual value) with my kool-kid 50% off coupon. My hammer is half magnetic to pick up and knock in the little tacks. And I have a scary looking web-stretcher, some curved needles and an 8" needle. My dad found some old (as in 1960's) tacks in the basement, so that was awesome. AND the craft store had a half-off sale on fiber fill and batting on Sunday when I went to stock up. Just happened to be that way; it's not like I was smart enough to read the advert.

I'm at the last stages, with most of the final material put on. I miscut some of it, so I need to redo, but, that's no biggie. As soon as it is all complete, I will attempt to post photos to show off my handiwork. In the meantime, rest assured, It's a waycool and waycomfy armchair!

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hey, I read your postings. I comend you on being a femistist. Believe it or not, when Mary, your mother and myself were much younger, we were consider feminist. Some may still consider your mother and I femineist. I think Mary chose religion which she probably thinks is safer (think Bush) Already responded to NARAL and sent money. Kenneth Brown looks okay, if you like blondes, but try Carter on TLC While you were out. Real cute. Love

Jess said...

Carter? Can't find a pic... I'll keep looking.

And yea, I know you ladies were/are feminists. Makes me proud! And what a relief! I don't know what I would do in a family of conservatives. (ugh)
[probably just be more wild and extreme, actually!]