Traditional webbing a bergere chair
Webbing under (or on top ?l Because we need some space for the springs we will place the webbing UNDER the frame. If you don't want to put springs in…
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How to create a front edge platform
Creating a front edge platform This is how to create a front edge platform. This technique is used to stop the cushion moving forwards. This technique canb done the traditional…
How to create a perfect seat cushion 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…
Sewing springs on the hessian
This is how to sew springs on the hessian right after springing and before padding with any materials, modern or traditional. Materials Strong hessian Button twine Curved Needle Video tutorial
How to create arms with horsehair
This is how we created the arms of the canriolet chair in upholstery class using horsehair and white calico. First we start on a tête d'alouette* to attach a single…
Clove Hitch Knot and simple Knot
We use two differents knot while lashing springs: the clove hitch knot (to start and end) and the simple knot. Here two fast an easy tutorials to remember each one.…
Simple springing technique
What is a simple springing? This is my litteral translation of “guindage simple” which is the springing technique I was taught to use when I to add springs but with…
Sewing springs on the webbing
Hand sewing springs Once the webbing is done and that the springs are well positioned we have to sew the springs on the webbing. Materials twine simple straight needle with…
Springs positioning tutorial
Springs position Once the webbing is done we have to place the springs on the seat before sewing them to the webbing with twine. Materials 8/10 Stainless steel springs for…
How to create a V pleat (tulip pleat) ending with decorative nails
You already have the tutorial to create a V pleat ended with braid, here another option ending with decorative nails. Video tutorial https://vimeo.com/1000046014