remove fabric carefully, so you have pattern to use to cut out your new fabric, I have done hand sewing or staples if there is something to staple fabric too, also on arms and front have used decorative upholstery tacks.
Fit newspaper on the chair and cut it to fit. This will become your pattern. Mark your newspaper pieces as you go. After that, it's a matter of cutting the new fabric leaving 2 inches on all sides. That will give enough space for seams. Keep doing "dry runs" as you sew to ensure everything will fit. I hope this helps you.
Former owners left a pair of rocking chairs on the porch. can I fix the gaps in the arms? I would love to salvage it or should I trash it? Suggestions would be appr...
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remove fabric carefully, so you have pattern to use to cut out your new fabric, I have done hand sewing or staples if there is something to staple fabric too, also on arms and front have used decorative upholstery tacks.
Fit newspaper on the chair and cut it to fit. This will become your pattern. Mark your newspaper pieces as you go. After that, it's a matter of cutting the new fabric leaving 2 inches on all sides. That will give enough space for seams. Keep doing "dry runs" as you sew to ensure everything will fit. I hope this helps you.
Hi Julies, Here's a how to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vR_rjW7Ro3c
Good luck!
Hello Julies! Here is a guide that will help you recover your chair. Click on the link and scroll through the instructions and photos!
http://amp.bhg.com/decorating/do-it-yourself/fabric-paper-projects/diy-chair-upholstery-guide/
you got this!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIcq_qq3m7c