The easiest way to upholster arms with foam
This is the go-to method for upholstering arms that don't need a thick, built-up pad. Think modern Voltaire chairs like this one, bergère chairs, or cabriolet chairs where the arm…
Modern Foam Upholstery : The back of a Voltaire Chair
Let's tackle the inside back of the Voltaire, padded with foam and edge rolls for a clean, tailored result. No edge roll? No problem. In that case, use a 5…
Modern Foam Upholstery with a Traditional Shape: Voltaire Armchair SEAT Tutorial
This time, no springs: the elastic webbing carries the full suspension load. What we're building instead is a beautifully structured foam seat: a generous main pad resting on the webbing,…
How to make a foam pouf
Foam pouf, also called ottoman, are really fun upholstery project to start with. I thought you will love to see this easy process to create a foam pouf. My suppliers…
How to create a perfect 3 layers foam seat cushion
When you need to create a foam cushion there is different ways to do: you can use a single piece of foam or you can use different layers of foam.…
Rounded stool tutorial (wooden structure)
I was asked to give a new life to this Marie's Corner rounded stool and this is exactly what I did to make it new on the inside and on…
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 do a foam seat with edgeroll
You can upholster a seat the traditional way or you can try the modern technique using foam. MATERIALS Foam Edgeroll (ideally 3 sizes) 5 cm HR 35 foam (top foam)…
How to create arms with horsehair
How to Stuff the Arms of a Cabriolet or Bergère Chair with Horsehair StagePaddingTypeTraditional paddingLevelIntermediate Duration30 min (per arm)MaterialsHorsehair (about 250 g / 9 oz per arm) · White calico…
First stuffing on a cabriolet chair
First Stuffing in Traditional Upholstery: Bridle Ties, Fibres and Stuffing Ties StagePaddingTypeTraditional paddingLevelBeginnerDuration30 minMaterialsNatural fibres (horsehair or coconut fibre) · Hessian · Twine · Tacks (including 9 mm (⅜ in)…