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Wednesday, August 20, 2014

A freebie

Years ago I had a swing. It had two padded seats with an arm rest in the center. After years of sitting in the sun the fabric was less than attractive and would fall apart just by touching it. The swing ended up in the trash but we kept the frame that it was hung on.
I've been wanting to buy a new swing for some time now but this time I wanted a wood one. It would be more durable and I could always add cushions for a little more comfort.
A couple weeks ago one of Wade's friends gave us an old wood swing. He had it in his shed and wanted to get rid of it and we were willing to help him out.

It can use a coat of paint and definitely some cushions but otherwise it's in pretty good shape. I'll be swinging again in no time.
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22 comments:

  1. Golden Woofs! SUGARAugust 20, 2014 at 1:12 AM

    For sure you can make a good pretty cushion. Happy Wednesday

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  2. Ginny HartzlerAugust 20, 2014 at 1:43 AM

    What a great gift! Wonder why he didn't want it anymore. I actually like the print of the cushions very much. Blue for the sky and green for the grass. But maybe something more modern would be better.

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  3. DuniAugust 20, 2014 at 2:16 AM

    That's cool! I've always wanted one of those :)

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  4. bichonpawzAugust 20, 2014 at 3:14 AM

    Recycling is always a good thing! Cushions will be easy for you Ann!

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  5. Dr Sonia S VAugust 20, 2014 at 4:52 AM

    Ha Ha Ann...I envy you.We have a small swing at home-- hubby made it [ finally managed to convince him to start some hobby!!]

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  6. JilleAugust 20, 2014 at 7:24 AM

    That is great! I always think if you have patience eventually what you want will turn up x

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  7. MadSnapper n BeauAugust 20, 2014 at 7:36 AM

    I love to swing, ours is just like yours, the fabric is in strings, we can still sit on it but it is not comfy... it has a great thing to hang a new one on, but the new wooden ones cost more than the type we have, metal... i would love to find one like this. Bob could build one but you know how that goes...

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  8. UnknownAugust 20, 2014 at 9:39 AM

    That looks like another major project for a crafty mind.

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  9. Hootin AnniAugust 20, 2014 at 9:46 AM

    So, one time it was naked in the grocer's aisle, now you're telling us you're a swinger?

    My goodness...what next?

    [in all seriousness, LOVE it]

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  10. Out on the prairieAugust 20, 2014 at 10:35 AM

    Spent a lot of time on one of these, nice to have

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  11. SandeeAugust 20, 2014 at 10:51 AM

    How fun. I love a good swing myself. Way to score something you wanted in the first place and it's free.

    Have a fabulous hump day. My best to Duke. ☺

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  12. GraceAugust 20, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    I love those things. I'm sure with your creativity you will have that spiffed up in no time!

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  13. DonnaAugust 20, 2014 at 1:37 PM

    Oh, I Love an old swing! Mom had one and that's always the first place we' head for!
    hughugs

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  14. Betsy Banks AdamsAugust 20, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    Wow--you all hit the jackpot with that swing, didn't you? I wouldn't paint it if it were me.. I like the natural look --so maybe I'd just stain it. (Once you paint it, you'll have to paint it over and over...)

    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  15. BeadedTailAugust 20, 2014 at 4:01 PM

    That's a nice swing! There's room for you and Wade AND Duke! Enjoy!

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  16. Molly SmithAugust 20, 2014 at 4:55 PM

    Very nice swing. You are so lucky to have room for it, a nice big yard and good weather :) Enjoy it!!!

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  17. Sheryl HastingsAugust 20, 2014 at 5:20 PM

    If anyone can dress up that swing, it's you! I can't wait to see the pictures when you're done.

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  18. DonnaAugust 20, 2014 at 7:12 PM

    Now that looks like fun!

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  19. LinAugust 20, 2014 at 9:52 PM

    ooooh, Lucky you!! I always wanted a front porch swing. And a front porch. :)

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  20. Marie August 20, 2014 at 9:58 PM

    I love to swing! So glad Wade's friend gave you this swing and didn't throw it out. I can't stand seeing good items in a trash pile.

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  21. AnonymousAugust 20, 2014 at 9:59 PM

    Nothing better than a bit of swing time in the evening just as the sun is going down.

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  22. marieAugust 22, 2014 at 3:36 PM

    That's a great freebie! Hope you find plenty of time to enjoy it!!

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