I had a wingback chair and ottoman upholstered in a black and white houndstooth fabric, as a Christmas gift for my son. This fabric is the unofficial "pattern" if you will, for the University of Alabama. Bear Bryant, the famous head coach of the Alabama football team, always wore a houndstooth hat. Now, houndstooth is everywhere on campus. I must admit, it is far better than some school colors! The chair used to be a pink and white check...
now it has a new look...
It was tricky, trying to hide this before Christmas, but I did it. I had a friend stop by on Christmas morning and help me move it next to the tree, so that he would be surprised when he woke up. I was concerned that he would think it was a dumb gift, but he actually likes it. He will be graduating from college in May...I can't believe 4 years have passed so quickly! This chair will (hopefully) always remind him of his fun college days!
What an absolutely lovely idea. I'm sure your son will treasure your thoughtful gift for many years to come.
Posted by: Debra Graham | December 29, 2011 at 09:40 PM
What a great gift!
Posted by: Laurie | December 29, 2011 at 10:08 PM
Go 'Bama!
Posted by: Trece | December 30, 2011 at 10:35 PM
LOVE the chair Suzanne! But...do you have a matching chair to upholster in purple and gold too??? ;))) Happy New Year and I'm so looking forward to a GREAT BCS game on January 9th!!!! Geaux Tigers & good luck Alabama!!!! :)))))
Posted by: Jodie | December 31, 2011 at 11:39 AM
I NEED to know where you got that cushion! My husband would just adore it - we are in Australia so excuse my ignorance if everyone else knows what/where it's from!
Posted by: Pilbara Pink | January 09, 2012 at 03:07 AM