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    Home » Repurposed Furniture » Final Installment of the Jenny Lind Headboard Bench

    Final Installment of the Jenny Lind Headboard Bench

    Published by Gail | Published March 21, 2012 | Updated April 9, 2019
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      Korrie nicknamed this headboard bench the “puzzle” bench because of all of the bits and pieces that make it up.
    Spool Bench Parts

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    This is where we left off on the other post.

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    I sanded back some of the turquoise, but after getting a lot of feedback I decided to paint over the stencil.

    Jenny Lind headboard bench (2)

    I went with damask pillows instead of a damask stencil.

    Jenny Lind headboard bench (7)

    After hauling the bench up from the basement I can see that it needs some touchups.

    Jenny Lind headboard bench (14)

    I’m going to break out the paint sprayer today and apply some more paint.

    spool bench

    After that, I am calling this bench d.o.n.e. You can see the original tutorials in these posts:
    Jenny Lind Bed Bench
    Update on Jenny Lind Bench
    Jenny Lind Bed Bench Pt 2.
    By the way, the pillows are some pillows I already had. I made new (envelope)  covers for them using this video on YouTube.
    I also worked on the “project fail”. I’m liking it a lot better, but it needs to be painted today too.
    gail

    See my favorite Mission Style Headboard Bench with Storage-The Complete Tutorial

    See other fun benches here

    Check out my other repurposed crib projects 

    Need more ideas? how about some chair projects?

    linking to:

        shabby creek cottage      Beyond The Picket Fence   

     

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    1. Stacey

      April 03, 2012 at 2:16 am

      This is a stunning piece!
      You rock!
      Thanks for coming by to link up - please come back this week to link up again!
      Stacey of Embracing Change

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    2. Carri

      March 29, 2012 at 12:38 pm

      This is just too kewl.... how clever and creative of you... it looks fantastic... just awesome.. I love it.. New follower... feel free to come visit me sometime...

      Carri
      simplydonewright.blogspot.com

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    3. Stacey

      March 29, 2012 at 3:24 am

      I liked it before, but now I LOVE it even more!
      Good call!
      Please stop over to link up to my party! I would love to have you there!
      Stacey of Embracing Change

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    4. Taylor

      March 25, 2012 at 5:53 pm

      I love this bench! I think the pillows really make it pop. 🙂
      I would love for you to share this with my "Unveil Your Genius" link party.
      http://taylornorris.blogspot.com/2012/03/unveil-your-genius-link-party_22.html

      Happy Sunday!

      Reply
    5. Becky@Beyond The Picket Fence

      March 23, 2012 at 6:36 pm

      Black always works--I like it simplified!

      Reply
    6. Laura

      March 22, 2012 at 10:11 pm

      love this!I'll be on the lookout as I'm thrifting so I can find a crib to make a bench like this- thanks for sharing!!

      Reply
    7. Beth

      March 22, 2012 at 6:18 pm

      I really liked your bench before - a lot! But after seeing it now with those pillows... it is SO much classier looking!! WOW! Good decision (IMO)

      Reply
    8. Suzanne@Meridian Road

      March 22, 2012 at 3:30 pm

      I think you're puzzle bench turned out great!
      I'd buy it. 🙂

      Reply
    9. Our Pinteresting Family

      March 22, 2012 at 3:24 pm

      Just beautiful!!! Megan

      Reply
    10. Simply Bungalow

      March 22, 2012 at 1:05 pm

      Your bench turned out great!
      ~Heidi

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    11. {northern cottage}

      March 22, 2012 at 12:34 am

      awesome redo & the pillows make it look so complete and comfy! would love to have you come over to visit anytime (linky party is now open if ya wanna come play!)

      http://www.NorthernCottage.net

      Reply
    12. Lori C

      March 21, 2012 at 10:21 pm

      I like it all black with the pillows! Very sophisticated!!

      Reply
    13. Chase the Star

      March 21, 2012 at 9:56 pm

      Great job on the bench! Really love it! I'm your newest follower:)

      Barbara @ chase-thestar.blogspot.com

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    14. Toqua's Crafts

      March 21, 2012 at 7:34 pm

      I truly like the bench a LOT better being all black!! The pillows are the perfect touch. You did GREAT!

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    15. Chrystal - Adorn on a Shoestring

      March 21, 2012 at 4:35 pm

      This is hands down, the best crib-to-bench that I've seen on the internet! Absolutely beautiful! I will definitely be keeping my eyes open for a Jenny Lind crib at yard sales this summer!

      I found your blog through the Blue Cricket Design blog hop, and have joined the ranks of your faithful followers! 😉

      Thanks for sharing this beautiful project!

      Chrystal
      http://www.adornonashoestring.com

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    16. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper

      March 21, 2012 at 3:00 pm

      i love the new look! i love having the damask on the pillows rather than the seat because you can easily change the pillows when you are sick of it. great job , gail!

      Reply
    17. Stephanie

      March 21, 2012 at 2:51 pm

      Love the pillows! Of course I love damask, as pillows or a stencil it all works for me. The combination of the black with the damask pillows looks awesome.

      Reply
    18. Carwin Candids

      March 21, 2012 at 1:53 pm

      It turned out great! I agree the black makes it elegant! Love the pillows!

      Reply
    19. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.

      March 21, 2012 at 1:45 pm

      Perfect!

      Reply
    20. Korrie@RedHenHome

      March 21, 2012 at 1:43 pm

      I think you made a good decision. The stencil was competing with the spindles, I think 😉

      Reply
    21. Wendy

      March 21, 2012 at 1:24 pm

      Really love this look much better. Such an awesome job...you are very talented!

      Reply
    22. Terri

      March 21, 2012 at 1:10 pm

      Yep...I definitely like the final version best! What can I say, I don't think you can miss with black! Love the accent pillows!

      Reply
    23. Midwest Cottage and Finds!

      March 21, 2012 at 12:37 pm

      gail---this is great in black!! is it heading to the shop once it reopens?

      Reply
    24. Anne

      March 21, 2012 at 12:30 pm

      Love it in black!!

      Reply
    25. Inspire Me Heather

      March 21, 2012 at 11:59 am

      It looks great Gail, you've done a fabulous job!

      Reply
    26. Full Circle Creations

      March 21, 2012 at 11:50 am

      I like it in black, but then I'm partial to black benches as you know! It's bold and classic looking! I bet it sells quickly.

      Holly

      Reply
    27. Rose @ Confessions of a Curbshopaholic

      March 21, 2012 at 10:34 am

      The pillows work so well with the bench. Fantastic job!
      I swear you could make a silk purse from a sow's ear. 😉
      (as Mike would say)

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    28. Erin

      March 21, 2012 at 7:45 am

      Love, love, love it...the black with the patterned pillows is elegant. You chose well!

      Reply
    29. jeanetteann

      March 21, 2012 at 7:36 am

      Your bench is really nice,it looks very strong.
      🙂 jeanetteann

      Reply
    30. Kat

      March 21, 2012 at 10:34 am

      Erin's word- elegant- fits this bench perfectly, as do the pillows! It's truly beautiful!

      Reply
    31. Ruth

      March 21, 2012 at 8:53 am

      Wow! I have just found your blog and I love what you are doing. This bench (I read the first post about it as well) made me think of McGyver!
      I love it!

      Reply

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