Sunday, March 27, 2011

My New Adirondack Chairs

For my birthday a couple of weeks ago, we went out and bought a pair of Adirondack chairs.  I'd been wanting them for years and was excited about finally getting some.  As the clerk gave me my receipt, she said, "Make sure you never leave them out in the rain, or they'll split."  Are you kidding me??  We get crazy weather here and yes, they will get wet!  The chairs sat unassembled in the boxes for a week.   I was concerned that they wouldn't even last a year.  My husband was thinking the same thing and researched building plans for them.  He had me return the chairs and immediately went out and got wood to get started.






I didn't take pictures of the mess from planing down all of the wood, but let's just say our trash was very full and very dusty for two weeks!










They are coming together nicely! 





He put cork plugs in all of the screw holes.  80 holes per chair! 
The piece that's missing is so he can reach the screw holes in the back of the chair.  He assures me that he will be attaching that piece before he is done.  :)



The corks have been sanded down and the final piece has been attached.





Done!  I am so happy!

(I do realize that a picture of this chair outside in the sun would be soooo much better, but since it's still snowing and yucky here, that picture will have to wait... )


 

Amazingly enough, these beauties ended up costing less than the cheap-o, don't-get-them-wet ones!
  I guarantee we will enjoy these much more and for a lot longer.  I love when I get homemade gifts and I will certainly treasure these!

Thanks for coming by!  I appreciate your visits and comments.

Pam

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57 comments:

  1. Sherry@Back2VintageMarch 27, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    Kudos to the hubby!!! They look great and I know you will treasure them for many years!!!

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  2. UnknownMarch 27, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    That's fabulous!! he did a fantastic job!

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  3. Yvonne@StyleBurbMarch 27, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Wow....80 holes per chair! What a great husband! I hope you both have lots of chances to enjoy your gorgeous chairs this summer....beautiful workmanship!

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  4. RachelMarch 27, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    They're great, Pam! What an awesome birthday present! Smart idea to make them - they will mean so much more.

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  5. DawnMarch 27, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Great job, you will get years of enjoyment out of them. My son made one in 4H one year and they're always in style:)

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  6. DebbiedoosMarch 27, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    WOW...we just bought some new chairs too. However we had a cheaper set out there for years and they never split. Your husband did an amazing job. Thanks for joining my newbie party.

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  7. Jem March 27, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Crikey - what a fabulous job your hubby did! Kudos!! I hope there is plenty of beautiful weather for you both to enjoy them over the summer :-)

    Thanks so much for popping by my blog and saying hello - it's the first time I've joined the newbie party :-)

    Jem xXx

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  8. DonnieMarch 27, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    He did a great job. I know how proud you must be of them. Lovely.

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  9. KatieMarch 27, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    I'm so impressed! I can't believe you all BUILT you own chairs! They look great! So glad you stopped by, I love your house!

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  10. DianneMarch 27, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    What a talented husband you have. The chairs look wonderful. I love that you stained them rather than painting them.

    My husband has an engineering degree and while sometimes his solutions freak me out (like screwing a leaning bookcase into the wall!), he is also very clever. Thanks for you kind comments on my blog. I look forward to getting to know you. If you love gardening, check some of the older posts that show several years of garden show gardens. Dianne

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  11. Pamela GordonMarch 27, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    Your hubby did a wonderful job building the chairs. I love Adirondacks - such a classic style. I hope you enjoy them for years to come. Pamela

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  12. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMarch 27, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Pam your hubby did an amazing job on those chairs!! You'll be enjoying them for a long time! Martina

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  13. Honey at 2805March 27, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    What a nice hubby and such a good job at putting your chairs together, Pam. With 80 holes to a chair, he certainly has patience!

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  14. A Vintage VineMarch 27, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    High 5 to hubby....love them. I bought the ones you almost bought at HD and you will be much better off with the ones you made!!!! Tell hubby he did a great job on all those pictures and FYI, that is a very clean garage....mine needs a visit from the declutter fairy!

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  15. Jennifer @ Rustic RenditionsMarch 27, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    These look fantastic! I love how you kept the natural wood showing through. Really nice!

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  16. AmandaMarch 28, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    These look wonderful, fantastic work!

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  17. Ricki TreleavenMarch 28, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Great job on the chair! It looks too complicated to me...

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  18. Maddie Kertay- The Domestic AnarchistMarch 28, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Go hubby!... Honestly this is why I ended up with some very high end resin chairs ( not the cheapies).. the resin has held up very well but the warmth of your wood cannot be beat that is for sure!

    I mean really.. what next.. umbrellas that you can't get wet??

    Maddie - the D.A.

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  19. emilysnanMarch 28, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    hiya , wow wow wow , can you tell i love your chairs ??? oh and can i borrow your hubby please ...lol
    tfs
    xmaggiex

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  20. Debilou ~ Mississippi MamaMarch 28, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Your chairs look great.. yay for woodworking husbands.

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  21. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    They look great Pam! I am super jealous! I love Adirondack Chairs! :)

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  22. MimiMarch 28, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    What wonderful chairs - you are so lucky! I know you and hubby will enjoy them for many years. Thanks for sharing!

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  23. BobbiMarch 28, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Pam

    Your Adirondack chairs are beautiful!!! And what a treasure, every time you sit in them you will remember what a sweet man you have, and you will be open to lots and lots more wonderful new adventures in wood!!

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  24. JenniferMarch 28, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    I love Adirondack chairs! I've been wanting a pair, but they are so expensive! I wonder if I can talk hubby into making me some! Yours look fantastic! Found you over at BNOTP.
    Jen
    Scissors & SPatulas

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  25. MarianneMarch 28, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Hi Pam,
    Thanks for visiting my blog. What a great job hubby did on those chairs. Isn't it wonderful to have a talented husband. Enjoy them!
    Marianne :)

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  26. DianeMarch 28, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Awesome job on the chairs....better than store bought ones! Scrolled through your blog, love the blue tablescape. Looking forward to more posts. Diane

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  27. RachelMarch 28, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    WOW! Those are amazing! My Mr has always wanted to make a couple of those. Such a fab job!

    Found you on Debbiedoos

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  28. lcMarch 28, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Great job Pat! Pam, I wish we could sit in those this summer, drink a beer and smoke a cigar..... :)

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  29. BeverlyMarch 28, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Wow those are great!

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  30. AnonymousMarch 28, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Phew... I'm tired just hearing about 80 holes per chair. They look great, Pam! What a sweet sweet gift!
    I'm sure it won't be long before you'll be breaking them in :)

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  31. Brenda PruittMarch 29, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    I have long wanted some Adirondack chairs myself, and these are so beautiful! I think your husband could have a second career here!
    Brenda

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  32. PamMarch 29, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    He did a wonderful job. I have had some adirondaks outside for years that my BIL made for me. They are my favorite seat. I'd probably put them in my living rom if I could.

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  33. JodiMarch 29, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    Wow! What a talented husband you have! Those are a million times better than any store bought chair!

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  34. CindyMarch 29, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    Your chair is lovely! You will enjoy for years to come and you will enjoy the fact that you and your hubby made them!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  35. Serendipity Chic DesignMarch 29, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    How amazing are these! Kudos to hubby!

    Take care,
    Lisa

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  36. Simone @ Doberman's by the SeaMarch 29, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    What a loving hubby you have. He did great.

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  37. Tammy @ Type AMarch 29, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    the hubby did a great job! love the way they turned out. thanks for sharing it at my party!

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  38. Michelle @ Ten JuneMarch 29, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    They look great!! And way to go for doing it yourself, cheaper than the originals :) Love it!

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  39. Divine TheatreMarch 29, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    I am so glad you found me! Now I can happily follow you!
    Your husband is very talented! There is no greater gift than one from the heart. I can picture the two of you enjoying the sun with a nice, cool drink very soon! Take pictures!

    Andie

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  40. Terri @ Creative EyediasMarch 29, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    I bet you are looking forward to enjoying your new chairs in warm weather!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog!

    Terri @ Creative Eyedias.

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  41. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Wow! These are fabulous. You guys put a lot of work into them and it really shows. Love it!

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  42. Allison ShopsMarch 30, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Nice looking chairs! (80!?!) I love Adirondacks too. We had several at our last home and after they started looking worn from the weather, we coated with Thompsons Water Sealer. After several years of that, I painted one with leftover shutter paint. I still have them - 15 years later - although the last 5 they have been under cover.

    Allison
    Atticmag

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  43. CarolynMarch 30, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    They are beautiful! Hubby did a fantastic job! And you were absolutely correct to return the other ones. I bought something similar years ago -- they lasted one season. Last year, we bought 2 chairs and a bench from a local craftsman and they are built to last!

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  44. My Dream CanvasMarch 30, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    This is lovely. Hope to see you at My Dream Canvas!

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  45. Shabby SoulMarch 30, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    The chairs are great! He did a wonderful job!! I am glad the clerk told you about the rain...that would have been a bummer, for sure!

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  46. MeredithMarch 30, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Oh my goodness - he has some talent! I need to borrow your hubby and his power tools for some woodworking projects at Heardmont! ;)
    They look awesome.

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  47. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 30, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Hi Pam! How wonderful that you have a husband that can build things. They look wonderful and should last for many years. Thanks for sharing this project at my Open House party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  48. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comMarch 31, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    They look great! Things certainly are not made very good these days,that's why I hardly ever buy new furniture. I would rather go to an estate sale and find solid wood furniture rather than the "cardboard "junk that is out there now.

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  49. JessaMarch 31, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Seriously wow, way to go! These are so expensive in stores, I bet you are happy, they are lovely!!!

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  50. ErikaApril 1, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    I adore adiraondack chairs! You did an awesome job on making your own!!! Way to go! Makes me want to replace my 2 plastic cheap-o versions with the real deal!

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  51. Carrie @ Dittle DattleApril 1, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    These turned out so nice! Kuddos to your hubby for a job well done! My dad made me some 15 years ago and it's now time to replace them and I leave them outside all year long!!! I've even repainted them several times. I hope you enjoy yours for as long as I have mine. What kind of wood did you use?

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  52. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeApril 2, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Wow, your hubby did a great job! Love your chairs!!! Can't wait to see the pictures of them in their new location!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  53. UnknownApril 3, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    I am just trying to wrap my mind around a hubby that can do something so wonderful! Does he have a brother? They are beautiful chairs- I know you'll love them for years to come!

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  54. BrandiApril 5, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Beautiful chairs Pam! Your husband is so talented! Maybe my husband could spend the day with your husband and learn a few things!!!!

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  55. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️April 5, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Pam,

    WOW! I love your new adirondack chairs!!! Your dh is a keeper!

    Dee

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  56. kara@elements-interiors.netApril 6, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    WOW! Those turned out GREAT! Those are always so comfortable!
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  57. AnonymousJune 8, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Really good post!

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