How to create a simple pleat on a squared edge seat
Hello everyone. This is how to create a simple pleat on a squared edge easily. Step 1 The fabric must be really well tensioned on the side before turning on…
How to upholster a picture back “medallion” chair with foam and edge roll.
What is a picture back ? What we call a picture back chair is this type of chair with a back you need to cover BEFORE padding. You may see…
How to cover a drope in seat chair
This is one of the easiest chair to cover. Let's see this simple work with an efficient covering method. 1- Video tutorial : How to cover a drope in seat…
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…
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 cut the fabric on a seat
There is only 2 differents cuts you should know to cover any kind of seat: this is the simple cut and the Y Cut. We need both simple and Y…
How to create a v pleat (under a frame)
How to make perfect pleat (tulip pleat) Here an example of a V pleat (or tulip pleat) under a drop in seat. It's the same technique on the back on…
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…
How to cover a picture back chair
This is part 2 of this whole covering tutorial but maybe you just need to learn how to put the fabric on a picture back chair like this one. video…
How to cover the seat of an armchair
This is how to cover an armchair the seat of an armchair with the professional techniques. The tools needed to cover Cissors Upholstery hammer Tacks for temporary tacking (9 or…