Curvy chair and Pierre Frey stripes
What an insane upholstery project these curvy chairs ! I rarely say no to my clients so when I was asked to cover these really curvy and complex chairs with…
How to create a perfect seat cushion pattern for a bergere chair ?
This is how to create the perfect pattern for any type of boxed seat cushion (a bergere in this case). This is the technique I always use to reach the…
I want to upholster a Bridge chair !
Here everything you need to know to restore your bridge chair like a pro. My favourote techniques when it comes to this kind of seat I must eadmit is elastic…
Art Deco armchair + Pierre Frey
I just love this transformation! This huge Art Deco armchair was at my client's grandmother and I wish she could see how we bring it back to life in 2024.…
Wadding on on big curvy outside back.
Today I want to share with you how to add some wadding to nicely shape the back of a curvy seat, especially when there is a wooden piece in the…
Dustcover
Dustcover is the very last step of a seat most of the time. How to finish under a seat. Pull the dustcover toward the back edge of the chair to…
How to cut when you can’t see
This is how to cut when you can't see. The tool i'm using is a metal ruler but any long, straight and thin object will do the job… This is…
How to start attaching piping / cording / welting
Here a simple and efficient technique to start attaching the double welt corde on an upholstered seat. You will need: Skewers Hammer of course Universal transparent glue (Mine is by…
7 SEWING TIPS for professional results
7 SEWING TIPS creating a bench box cushion I had to make cushions for a designer's bench this week and I thought it would be nice to show you all…
5 PRO SEWING TIPS for loose cover
Simple and efficient upholstery tips Here some simple but very usefull advices you should follow if you are considering making a new loose cover for a seat. TIP 1: Just…