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.

22 comments:

Golden Woofs! SUGAR said...

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

Ginny Hartzler said...

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.

Duni said...

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

bichonpawz said...

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

Dr Sonia S V said...

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!!]

Jille said...

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

MadSnapper said...

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...

Unknown said...

That looks like another major project for a crafty mind.

Hootin Anni said...

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]

Out on the prairie said...

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

Sandee said...

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. ☺

Grace said...

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

Donna said...

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

Betsy Banks Adams said...

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

BeadedTail said...

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

Molly Smith said...

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

Sheryl Hastings said...

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

Donna said...

Now that looks like fun!

Lin said...

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

Marie said...

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.

Anonymous said...

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

marie said...

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

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