Abstract: A seat is provided which includes a first frame member having an inner rim and top surface and forms a seat bottom frame. The seat includes a plurality of legs extending downward from the first frame member. A second frame member having an inner rim and top surface is connected to the first frame member and extends upward to form a seat back frame. The seat includes a first insert member having an outer rim and a top surface and is adapted to fit within the first frame member so that the first insert member is releasably secured to the first frame member and preferably the outer rim of the first insert member is disposed adjacent the inner rim of the first frame member so that the top surface of the first insert member is substantially flush with the top surface of the first frame member.

Abstract: A sleeve assembly for a furniture leg. The assembly has a central bore with an open end and is preassembled with decorative members. The bore is inserted onto the leg. The decorative members are preferably lengths of bamboo which are secured to a sleeve by rawhide. A plate to support the bamboo is provided at the end of the sleeve and a fastener extends through the plate to attach the support to the leg. The plate is also used to connect the sleeve to the leg. A method of preparing a decorative furniture leg assembly using the sleeve is also presented.