An Ottomans Makeover...in Plaid, Again

I have a love obsession with plaid. I am saying it out loud for all to hear...it just makes me happy! It doesn't matter what color family it is in. It could have oranges, yellows, pinks, reds, blues or just about any combination and I am smitten. Don't get me wrong, I am selective in picking which ones I like, but there are fewer ones I dislike. What is it about plaid that I am so drawn too? It has fun and whimsy all over it! I like patterns that adds whimsy to each room, something unexpected. So where am I going with my love obsession with plaid? I just re-covered my ottoman in plaid...again!

Our first home we bought in Utah.

We had just moved to Utah from Iowa and bought our first home. We loved most everything about this house...except one room. The not-so-in-love-with room, was our family room. It was very long and small. It seemed more like a bowling alley than a room to live in. I automatically found myself trying to figure out creative ways to break up the bowling ally feel and still have lots of seating in a smaller space. This is where my now adored ottoman comes in.

A small and long family room. This is only half of the room.

Being that my husband is in the military, also means that he can be gone alot at varying times. We had only been in our home for less than 5 months when he had to leave for some schooling and would be gone for 3 months. If you are a homeowner, you know that buying any home means project after project! This meant that some of the ideas and projects I had might be put on hold because he was gone. Again, the key word...might. I am very much a DIY kind of woman! I get impatient waiting for things to happen. So if I want something done...I do it.

After months of looking and trying to find the perfect ottoman for my awkward family room, I came to the conclusion I would just have to make it. This was a little intimidating for me, but a challenge at the same time. I told my husband of my plans and he tried to convince me to wait until he got back, but he knows I am stubborn and once my mind is made, I was doing it. I was determined to build this! I also knew that I would save some money and get exactly what I wanted. It took me all of 3 days to build, sew and staple together and become the now adored ottoman!

A great ottoman with a hinged lid and storage.
Another great place to sit.

I built this in 2003 and after almost 6 yrs. in the same fabric, it definitely was time for a change! I originally had done soft butter yellow's, brick reds, sage greens, dragonflies, pomegranates and of course plaids in my family room. When I decided to change the ottomans fabric, I knew I still wanted it done in plaid. My colors now are still in the yellows, greens and reds just more vibrant than before. I have crimson reds, apple greens, golden yellows and creams. I love the vibrancy and boldness of these colors. I was very happy when I found these same colors in another plaid! I think it turned out great and I now can check another project off my 101 project list! Here is my beautiful ottoman transformation. I think you too just might have a love obsession with plaid!

I love how bright and cheery this is!

Details pull it all together.
Cording and buttons done in red and white gingham.
A little apple green pleated fabric peeking out the sides.

I am linking this with Metamorphosis Monday. There are so many other great transformations going on at Between Naps on the Porch hosted by Susan. Make sure to stop by and see them all!

Hope you feel inspired and want to go and create your

own transformation this week!

Hugs,