This thread is turning me off chesterfield sofas! But I love them!

Here ... a palate cleanser. ;-)

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Lindac,

But that sofa goes so well with the rug!

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Haha, Thank you SunnyC! That's going to be my next sofa!

I started this thread because of the overwhelming amount of dreck....and I do mean overwhelming amount..

It ain't easy being green...
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Advertised with "Free Delivery"...buy they aren't up to paying someone to take it away just yet. (This one was a possibility to reupholster because of the lines, but it's a separate pillow back, and those slide down behind the seat cushions and I hate dealing with re-arranging the cushions everytime I want to sit.)
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Imagine if the picture was actually in focus....
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"Very comfortable & looks great!" If you have a Twiggy behind and need coke bottle glasses maybe....
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"New fabric!" I'd hate to see the old then....
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Retro 80's look!
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Recline in comfort....as long as you keep your eyes closed.
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Another bit of hard evidence that "custom" does't automatically equate with high quality or tastefullness....
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More Ugly American...
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OK, I confess, some might think this ugly, but I actually LIKE this one. It's vintage cool, especially with the built in ashtray in the loveseat...But I just don't have the right space for this.
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I even like the colors in this as well as the shape, it's very "today"..if they'll come down on the price enough to pay for me to redo it, we might have a winner.
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"Great, sturdy, comfortable couch! Best couch I have ever own." Aw, geez, now I feel really sorry for them if this is the best and they think it's "sturdy"..
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OK, the fabric knocks you upside the head....but the lines on this are pretty cool...it's also a possibility, but it's 100 miles from here, and they'll have to send some better pics of the structure first.
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"97 inch long custom made sofa in excellent condition." Yup, more quality "custom" work.
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Sofa for sale, Charming Southwestern design. No holes, stains, or tears.
Incredibly comfortable, and each end recline" Charming? Charming? Um, OK.
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"Like new" Return it to the manufacturer as a defect then?
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Proof that hunting for "vintage" stuff doesn't always give you treasures! And a close up of the fabric to entice you even more!
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And, fodder for future years, just to prove that ugly couches are NOT all about 1975...."Brand New, 2 pcs., Couch & Love Seat. Factory Direct. $549 Buy now."

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GreenDesigns, I'm sorry but that leather trio, especially the love seat and chair are SCARY! Like something from a bad sci-fi movie. I give you credit for starting this though, I haven't laughed so much in a long time!

Green, that last one is decent but seems very large. Not sure what year that would be from, though.

Only $325, and it's been in the family since the 40's or 50's...

OMG!!!!!!'nuff said.

Here is a link that might be useful: antique swooping settee loveseat couch

Squirrel damage?!
"Love seat (small couch) is plaid with nice wood trim. Recliner Chair ("burnt orange" color) and would make a very nice reupholstery project. Some squirrel damage"

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You couldn't wake the guy up to get a picture?
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I don't want to know what "cusions" are.
NICE COUCH WITH CUSIONS
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Uh -- does this loveseat look like a pair of elephants, or is it just me?

http://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/zip/3155627030.html

geokid, maybe lazy a$$ husband is included, haha!

Here's another winner.... "Blue 2 seater loveseat"

I wonder if that heaping pile of garbage comes with it?

I am always amazed at the saggy leather sofas or the leather sofas with the stain from where your head rests. Let me see if I can find such finds in my local CL...

Not to get off the subject of sofas .........but why not clear the stuff off the item ? I see that alot..
Need a coffee table??

Oh, my - these are just too "good" to be true! hahahahaha! Squirrel damage? Swooping antique designed in the 50s for fainting wives? WTH??

Is it just me, or can anyone else almost smell some of these while viewing the photos? I feel a little like I need a very long session with a neti pot ...

"Orange One Seat Couch. Excellent condition. Use tailor shop, rarely sat on.
$50".

Hmm. . .last I checked a "one seat couch" was called a CHAIR!!

Oh....dear....Lord-

WHERE is my flame-thrower when I need it!!!

For 98% of these, I'd buy them just to use the Flamethrower!!!

Faron

Per owner: "The couch is honestly not the comfiest but I've been using it more for show."

I'd be afraid to see what their comfortable furniture looks like. . .

Here is a link that might be useful: Listing

SunnyCottage ... but now imagine that Chesterfield sofa, butt-spring from a few years of being sat on, a bit faded and stained, with the button dimples full of cat hair and Cheetos.

EWWWW .

Hey, I am trying to eat my lunch here. But these are funny and disgusting!!!!!!!
Feeling nauseous,
Diane

More early american loveliness, this time in a complete set for only $895!

A beautiful Early American Living Room Set. 2 End Tables, A table Lamp, Plus lamps, 2 Chairs one Rocker Chair. And a beautiful Couch. Good Condition. Please call George or Cathy at 203-723-2980 Pictures below.

Here is a link that might be useful: funny couch post

just what I was hoping to find...

If you're looking for a convertible couch with an appetite for cat toys, have I got the piece of furniture for you! There were so many cat toys under this couch when I cleaned it that I could have opened my own pet store! Toy mice, jingly balls, nail files, bottle caps and even one of those plastic aquarium trees -- this couch is an indiscriminate cat toy eater!

So, I know what you're thinking. You're saying to yourself, I have too many cat toys in my house. Well, look no further friend, because this couch with eat many, if not all, of your cat toys. Imagine your home free of cat toy clutter once and for all. Surely this sleeper couch has attained nirvana.

In addition to eating cat toys, this couch converts to a sleeper with a Sealy mattress. Freshly cleaned, stain- and odor-free. Small tear on right armrest.

Please Note: A couch with this kind of stomach for cat toys is very heavy. Please be prepared to lift, remove and transport the couch yourself; I cannot offer any assistance. You will probably not loose any fingers in the maw of the couch during transport, but this is not guaranteed.

Here is a link that might be useful: Blue couch that eats cat toys!

Caption:
The leather on the middle section has some wear and tear and the middle section also sink in a little.

Me- hummm, some tear, some sinking and a bit of drool, urine, sleep funk and filth...darn if only they would have stated "CUSTOM" I woulda hightailed it over there for that keeper. I dono, maybe I'd think about it cept I guess that kid comes with it and I have enough pets.

This is a beautiful Antique Couch! It has great wood work and a very intricate floral fabric. This would be great for anyone who appreciated beautifully created furniture! Come check out this item, and the other items we have in our store!

Only $300!! Yikes!

Ok one more... too many "beautiful" pictures to post. You have to see for yourself. LOL

Here is a link that might be useful: Versace Fabric Overload

On the topic of CL... check out this one I found in the best of Craigslist: http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/van/206484440.html

DH is trying to figure out what is going on in here. I literally gasped at the dreamsicle colored sofa Lindac posted. And laughed until tears ran down my face at the "one seater sofa." Oh, and 50 grand for the Versace stuff? I don't think you could pay me $50k to take it...ok, well, maybe, but only if it were cash

I never look at craigslist in our area. It is always horrible. Or if it is marginally decent, it is overpriced.

Thanks for the laughs!

This is a current listing and they are asking $15 for this.

I found this CL listing a few weeks ago, then found the picture of the dog on Pinterest, so I put the two pictures together thinking they went well together!

If you love painted furniture AND color, there might be something here for you! ;o)

Here is a link that might be useful: handpainted furniture

Not only a 'designer' couch, but this jewel is HAND MADE!!

Here is a link that might be useful: click here

That poor woman has too much free time on her hands, Patty cakes, don�t you think?

I'm enjoying ALL of these pics so much, but patty_cakes, that handpainted furniture you linked above just about takes the cake.
I don't know why, but I keep looking at it.
Just, wow!

Well one thing is for sure no one could possibly blame any of us for bragging about a craigslist score now that they know what we go through to get it.

"Special-needs couch seeks butts. Free."

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MaryRuth,
why is that look so darn cute on the dog but so repulsive on the couch? Life is unfair I guess.

hhierno, I agree! I couldn't get the picture of that sofa off my mind, I remember thinking 'ughhhh I would't want to walk in to the room on a dark night and see that, it would startle me. But when viewing the dog, I thought, 'awwww he is cute'. LOL

Okay, here are my local CL candidates... Sadly, it appears to be in good shape...

And it comes with a matching 'loveseat'...

Sadly, some of the couches remind me of my mom. Probably a lot being sold from family homes.

Good lesson for us on what holds up. Although I wouldn't have bought them in the first place. And am guessing a lot of people are just trying to get paid to move the dumb couches.

I keep seeing Elvis, Liberace, etc. with some of them. The rest make me feel creepy just thinking of what they went through.

That hand painted furniture link? Priceless!

"My wife does all of this by hand, our whole house is full of items for sale,"

Yes, they are all for sale because everyone sells things they don't want in their house anymore ;)

I think you should get this one. Not because it's beautiful, but because it would be SUCH a challenge to re-upholster :)

http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/fuo/3213461501.html

Or this one - though it would be a SHAME to recover it since they claim it's only a few years old ...

OMG, you guys have me laughin so hard. I used to love Craigslist, but now I am scared to even look. Greenliving: my brother had a large chair like the last green and blue couch. When he left the dorm there was a bidding war among his friends. They all wanted the chair with arm rests wide enough to lay your lap top on one side, and your books and snack on the other.

All of these are awesome but Geokid, you are hilarious! Squirrel damage? Couldn't wake that guy? You had me and my DH rolling!

Ok- cheating since this is a dining table but our local Craig's list is pretty funny too. This listing include a foursome of dudes too! Oh Single ladies?

Here is a link that might be useful: Dining table with dudes included

the last one is concerning..".exchange to take place at the bank"

Just listed! only $85! Hurry!

Oh lol lol lol!! thank you all so much...made my evening
Marti

this just came up on my CL. Ugly? Or fabulous? Only $100 - it's a Howard Parlor couch if that name means anything to anyone.