This is a nicely documented project that successfully recovers a 1940’s chair. I really like the first step of the build:
Tear up the quote from the professional upholsterer amounting to close to $1,500. You can sew, use a staple gun and a hammer – how hard can it be.
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HOW TO – Reupholster a chair with denim
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Thanks for the excellent photos, these tips are really helpful! Really helpful.
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Now comes the fun part – choose the fabric! Go to a fabric store that sells upholstery. You will be looking for different textures, colors and patterns that match the overall decor of the room of your furniture is in .
I was just wondering why they arent using rugby? i think it would also work right?