Trash to Treasure

St. Paul artist Sarah Kusa didn’t dive into a dumpster for this chair, but almost. She spied it in an alley and decided it had possibilities. After a coat of paint, caning made of stiffened yard and wire, and re-upholstery in screen-printed, natural linen … the chair is just barely recognizable as the same piece of furniture.

Kusa produces hand-printed yardage for $85 and up, and incorporates it in pieces as ordered or as found and inspiration strikes. She’ll also print on tables, floors, and other flat surfaces.

See more of her work at sarahkusa.com.