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army cot transformation

December 28th, 2009 in member junk

TroyRash, member

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finished project - mosquito netting added

notice the little cast iron frog in the middle of the bed?

finished project - mosquito netting added

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I took an old army cot and dressed it up for a relaxing spot on the back porch, under a tree or just about anyplace.

I used vintage fabrics and covered a queen size feather down comforter I had purchased at a close-out store. I stuffed it into the cot size cover I had made. When I made the cover, I added ruffles and an underskirt of vintage crocheted lace and muslin. I added two pillows at each end. One pillow is a standard bed pillow in a vintage fabric sham I made and the other is a toss pillow in vintage fabric with a crocheted doily. The toss pillow is filled with polyfil.

I set this under a new mosquito net, which I thought added a sense of the perfect get-away.

(thank you all for your words of encouragement and praise. i wish there was a better way to communicate with you all - like a board or something - or even emails)

thanx,

troy

Pattern or design used: My own design

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Comments (35)

nancat1946 writes: I'm so jealous. I just have to have one of these. So adorable and useful also. A wonderful place to get away and catch some zzzz's on a warm afternoon. You are so smart ! Posted: 12:23 am on May 28th

grabe writes: Love this!!!! Posted: 5:01 pm on May 24th

vanj writes: this is wonderful! thanks for your talent Posted: 7:25 pm on March 18th

emilymary writes: very romantic and i love the print Posted: 5:26 am on January 27th

Stile writes: now that's a transformation...inspiring. Looks like good way to create extra seating and extra sleeping space. Posted: 2:09 pm on January 17th

GreenerPastures writes: Beautiful! Posted: 11:35 am on January 7th

StepAwayFromMyJunk writes: This would be Perrrfect in my spare room...When are you delivering it?? :) LOVE it! Posted: 7:48 pm on January 4th

GatheredOverTime writes: I KNEW I shouldn't have sold my little cot in that garage sale last year. Rats. Posted: 3:59 pm on January 2nd

CleverThinker writes: Troy,

I just joined JMS and spotted your stuff....very cool! I also found Dewberry Junction after searching online....nice adventure on the website! You should put it in your bio to share with the other junquesters! Happy new yar to the both of you and Merry Junque-ing!!!!! Posted: 12:12 pm on December 31st

TGTG writes: Wow - what a difference! Love!

Jenny K Posted: 11:33 am on December 31st

piecesofthepast writes: I have an image in my mind when I see this....it's me laying on this on my porch overlooking the beach!! I just love this! Posted: 6:51 pm on December 30th

jillruth writes: That is beautiful! Posted: 11:19 am on December 30th

suewannabeinkc writes: This is lovely! Oh how I wish I had a place for such a "getaway" of my own! What a wonderful transformation!
Joanne Posted: 8:59 pm on December 29th

SnowmanHill writes: This is gorgeous, can I come over and take a nap? Love it!

dana Posted: 11:50 am on December 28th

georgiamoon writes: I have admired a lot of the projects put up by our friend TroyRash but this one stuck in my mind for a long time. I love how he took such and ordinary and utilitarian item and transformed it into a lush, serene, and beautiful, place to take a little cat nap or just kick back and enjoy the afternoon. The cot now has such a romantic and charming look to it that NO ONE would be able to guess at it's humble origins. Fantastic job and a beautiful post. Thanks for sharing this one with us, Georgia Posted: 6:46 pm on December 18th

MakinItHappen writes: Oh my gosh, this is gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Posted: 10:58 am on December 10th

pofolksdecorator1 writes: Love the cot. Wish I could find one, maybe on ebay. Great Job! Annie Posted: 5:44 pm on July 26th

rosiemoonbeams writes: What a romantic feeling you get just looking at the photos.I love the vintage fabrics.
Robin Posted: 4:10 pm on July 16th

FrenchMarketPapers writes: What an inviting space you have created. I just love it! Posted: 10:46 pm on June 21st

LastChance writes: Great last chances for old cots! This would be nice for old fold-away portable beds, and maybe even hammocks!! Love your touches of chic!

Terry Posted: 11:37 pm on June 15th

oldtoysrock903 writes: oh my gosh! love this, i have an old army cot too! now i have a new plan for it outside! thank you for the inspiration! Posted: 10:41 am on May 13th

SeaGlassLady writes: Wow! That is an amazing transformation, and the result is so romantic and inviting! Posted: 9:25 pm on May 11th

vecernice writes: What a great transition from simple to fabulous. Great Job
Eva Posted: 9:28 pm on May 6th

annieaudrey writes: Troy you have the eye. a great gift. Love your talent. This is so cute and fun. An army cot, who knew??? Posted: 8:37 pm on May 5th

OldBarnRescue writes: You did a beautiful job! I love it. Very dreamy. Posted: 5:05 pm on May 3rd

fellowjunker writes: Yes Troy, I agree.........this should be in a magazine!!! Your work is truly amazing. You have a great talent and vision, and each one of your projects has wonderful detail and a twist that definitely makes it your own. Thanks for sharing your work with us all.
xojanis Posted: 1:02 pm on May 2nd

irishrovr writes:
An amazing transformation, Troy! A Cinderella story!

Eileen
http://ruralwisconsin.blogspot.com/ Posted: 12:49 am on May 2nd

alicemom writes: Troy,
What a masterpiece! I am green with envy over your sewing skills. You really did us Texans proud!
Smiles,
Alice Posted: 5:59 pm on May 1st

grannijo writes: How sweet it is!..nice idea and beautiful fabric ,love the mosquito netting...all ya need is a book and a lemonade...sharon Posted: 12:12 pm on May 1st

monakent writes: This is another winner Troy. I think you have found your calling in life - buy vintage items and make them into masterpieces. Your work should be in magazines and/or books for more of the world to see your great talents. You amaze me on a regular basis, my friend!!! Continued success in your work. gailmarie, bfa Posted: 11:45 am on May 1st

suewhitney writes: Nice work!!! Love the use of an army cot because you can readily find them! Also love the sweet linens used with the military look. Way to go!

Take care,
Sue Posted: 10:20 am on May 1st

junkermidge writes: What a great way to use an old cot! I love it! That would look perfect on a porch as it seems to be calling out for you to relax and enjoy. Good job.
Midge Posted: 10:19 am on May 1st

Junk_Sophisticate writes: Never would have thought an army cot could look so dreamy! Lovely job.
Candy Posted: 10:19 am on May 1st

oldnews writes: It looks so wonderful! If I knew where you lived I be over there right now taking a little siesta! I'm afraid if this was at my house I'd never get anything done ever again! Really, really nice!! Marie Posted: 9:56 am on May 1st