Letting Go - Page 3

drizzellla · ‎03-14-2010

@beach-mom wrote:
I would keep them, but if you really truly want a different look, try to find someone who will really appreciate them. I grew up hearing my mom say> "They don't make things like they used to." Now I know what she means. After seeing the newer furniture today, I believe the quality is just not there in most cases.

I know someone who inherited her grandmother's dining room set - beautiful cherry. She painted it blue and eventually sold it. I couldn't believe it!

My parents bought a dresser for my Dad at the "best" funiture store in the area about 50 years ago. And It was so well made. When I cleaned out my parents house, we put it in my son's room.

I can not believe how nice this dresser is. Compared to the bedroom furniture we bought when we were married almost 40 years ago. And when we bought our bedroom furniture, it was considered the top of their line.

I can close the drawer of my son's dresser by standing on one side and using one finger.

I would much rather have quality. Like others have said, can you repurpose them?

AuntG · ‎03-09-2010

@nmurray those farmhouse tables are the best. Ours has five leaves and is nice and big when stretched out. Nothing being made today compares to it (unless you are willing to spend a lot).

wilma · ‎03-13-2010

We tend to keep furniture until it wears out, because those pieces are expensive. My DH thinks it’s silly to replace it when it’s still usable. I finally convinced him to replace our massive 4 poster pine bed. We had it 20 years, still in good shape, but I was tired of it. My DH has difficulty getting rid of anything, whether it be big, small, old, new, cheap, or pricey. Me not so much - I am wanting to downsize and get rid of things.

Regal Bee · ‎07-20-2017

Ladies, thank you for such thoughtful replies.

The chests are solid maple and weigh a ton. I purchased them at the first design studio I worked at many years ago.

I have considered painting them but they would still be too much for me. I need/want a lighter feel to this room. I have given this much thought as they are really good pieces of furniture and...............my husband has decided he wants them for his man cave.

I am feeling much better as they will stay in the family. Ha...ha.

Thanks again. You guys are the best.

Lilysmom · ‎03-09-2010

@Regal Bee, can you repurpose them ... in a bathroom to hold linens, in an office to store supplies, in a kitchen to hold table clothes? LM

@Regal Bee, I see others have already posted this idea. Finally read full post. Your DH will enjoy them I’m sure. LM

racada · ‎03-11-2010

@Regal Bee wrote:
Ladies, thank you for such thoughtful replies.

The chests are solid maple and weigh a ton. I purchased them at the first design studio I worked at many years ago.

I have considered painting them but they would still be too much for me. I need/want a lighter feel to this room. I have given this much thought as they are really good pieces of furniture and...............my husband has decided he wants them for his man cave.

I am feeling much better as they will stay in the family. Ha...ha.

Thanks again. You guys are the best.

I'm glad they are staying with you also 😊

I appreciate what you are saying about wanting a new look at this point......but I must say I LOVE them! I love the whole room (as usual when I see your photos). Would love to see whatever you get to replace them when you re-do!!

Mominohio · ‎08-08-2010

@dancingwoman wrote:
@Regal Bee Why not attach a couple pics of the chests for a few ideas on what to do with them.

I'm thinking the same as @Kachina624 . Why not paint them or have them painted. There are so many great paints available now.

Ive painted a lot of furniture, my DH always says, if he stands still long enough I'd probably paint him too...

just a thought...DW

@dancingwoman

Now that you mention it, my husband could use a good coat of paint! I think he could best get it by the drips and back spray from doing our ceilings in the house, then the walls of the first floor rooms! LOL

Mominohio · ‎08-08-2010

@151949 wrote:
@nmurray I'm like you - once something is gone it's out of my mind. My DH on the other hand will mourn things for years if I give away or throw away anything.

I have not trouble getting rid of 'new' things (furniture pieces) when I'm done with them. I love what I love, and then I know when I'm done with it and have no trouble moving it on.

It's the inherited pieces that I would struggle with if needing to downsize them. They just don't make wood pieces like they used to and some styles you simply cannot find in new.

DREAMON · ‎03-09-2010

@Regal Bee,

I just noticed that you posted a pic of the chests...I am glad you are keeping them because they are beautiful and furniture (along with everything else) is no longer made like those pieces were.

shelbyshelbyshelby · ‎10-28-2017

It is an expense to relocate . Many people I know that they donated or sold most of their possessions . They then started out with you possessions for their new life .

I donated many personal things when my Husband passed . I selected and have kept some possessions and memories.

Recently I donated our bedroom furniture to a family who was in need . They went to a good home . My taste and life has changed and the need for expensive things no longer appeals to me .

Life goes on .