Favorite Upcycled Bench
Can we talk about this favorite upcycled Bench? Instantly, I fell in love with this bench the moment my eyes saw it.
For months, a vision of a gorgeous bench built from a vintage bed frame. I scoured antique stores and flea markets across Maryland and Virginia, searching for the perfect, chunky headboard and footboard to bring it to life. But alas, each visit ended the same way – empty-handed. Talk about project frustration!
Make or Buy
Originally, I was in search of a bed to make a bench. I searched vintage markets, yard sales, and thrift stores and came up empty-handed.
One day on Instagram Stories, Cindy @reinventddelaware wshowcasing items she had repurposed. She was selling a few pieces to move inventory at a local store. One photo in particular stopped me dead in my tracks.
Her bench was made from an antique twin bed. It was chunky and perfect in every way. The bench with all its character was exactly what I wanted for our home. It was love at first sight!
All day Saturday, the dream bench lingered in my mind. With a fantastic sale on, I couldn’t shake the feeling someone would snatch it up. Finally, I took the plunge and contacted the seller. And guess what? The bench and its beautiful cushion were still available! Needless to say, a perma-grin was plastered on my face for days.
On Friday, I drove 2 hours to Delaware to pick up my favorite upcycled bench and cushion. The best part of the trip was meeting Cindy in person. Instant friends!
Have you met Cindy from Reinvented Delaware? We’re kindred spirits, both passionate about breathing new life into old furniture! Cindy’s a master of all trades – painting, refinishing, reupholstering, you name it! She’s a furniture transformation wizard, and her beautiful work is showcased on her blog, Reinvented Delaware.
Where To Put The Bench
Originally, I planned to put the bench in my craft room and create a reading nook. It’s too beautiful to hide away in that room. The bench must be out in the open for all the eyes to see how stunning she is in the room.
My grandson enjoys sitting on this bench to read a book. A bench for reading and hugs. It’s a bench for creating memories.
Just look at this gorgeous French Tufted Cushion. The tufting on the material of the cushion is beautiful. Cindy has step-by-step tutorials with wonderful photos to help you create this beautiful French Tufted Cushion. You can find two tutorials on Reinvented Delaware DIY French Tufted Cushion Part One and Tufted Cushion Part Two.
Just look at this character! She used the board with the stamp of the Davis Cabinet Co. Nashville Tenn. on the front of the bench. Love it!
The details of this bench and the chunk legs make me smile every time I walk past it. Doesn’t it look incredibly plain too?
I look forward to styling this bench throughout all of the seasons. It’s my new favorite piece of furniture in the house. This bench will be perfected to pull up to the dining table. It’s going to be the new special spot in the home.
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This is a beautiful bench! I love the tufted cushion!
Thank you so much, Danielle. Cindy did a great job on that tufted cushion. I love her tutorial and may need to try it myself.
Tammy, you are the sweetest!! Thanks so much for purchasing the bed bench and french tufted cushion! It thrills my heart to see something we have re-loved in someone’s home :). The best part was definitely meeting you! Can’t wait to see you again at Haven and on our zoom calls!! Thanks so much for posting about the bed bench! Blessed Easter to you and your family!
Cindy, thank you so much for your kind words. I look forward to seeing you again in Have too and on our calls. My mother saw the bench for the first time at Easter and fell in love with it too. She said it was one beautiful piece.
Tammy … when I saw this bench on your Instagram I fell in love. Now that I’ve read the story I love it all the more. A beautiful bench along with a new friendship. Win win! xo
Awe, thank you so much Juliet. It’s really such a special piece and love that we are finally making this home our home. A new friendship along the way is always a great thing.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this bench! I wouldn’t be able to resist that either. AND you have the perfect spot for it;)
Thank you so much, Maria. You are right, I think this spot is good. I did not like it in the other temporary spot. Easter, the grandchildren were sitting on it again while I was sitting at the table. It’s perfect here.